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donetsk-region,vijna

Russians struck Olenivka to cover up the torture and execution of prisoners – General Staff of the Armed Forces of Ukraine

UKRAINSKA PRAVDA – FRIDAY, 29 JULY 2022, 13:25 The General Staff of Ukraine reports that Russia shelled the penal colony in Olenivka, Donetsk Oblast, to cover up the torture and murders of Ukrainian prisoners of war, as well as to accuse the Armed Forces of Ukraine of committing "war crimes." Source: General Staff of the Armed Forces of Ukraine, on Facebook Details: According to information provided by the General Staff, Ukraine did not launch either missile or artillery strikes on the Olenivka area. Quote: "The Russian occupiers pursued their criminal goals in order to accuse Ukraine of committing ‘war crimes’, as well as to cover up the torture and executions of prisoners which they carried out there on the orders of the occupation administration and the command of the Armed Forces of the Russian Federation in the temporarily occupied territory of Donetsk Oblast. Therefore, statements about the alleged shelling of civilian infrastructure and the population by the Armed Forces of Ukraine are outright lies and provocations, the responsibility of which is borne by Russia, the aggressor country, the occupier and the sponsor of terrorism." Background: On the morning of 29 July, the Russian media announced the shelling of the penal colony in Olenivka, Donetsk Oblast, where Ukrainian prisoners are being held. Russian propaganda outlets report at least 53 Ukrainian POWs were killed. Azov Battalion units announced a hunt for all those involved in the mass murder of Ukrainian prisoners of war in Olenivka on 29 July. Journalists fight on their own frontline. Support Ukrainska Pravda!

Russians struck Olenivka to cover up the torture and execution of prisoners – General Staff of the Armed Forces of Ukraine

UKRAINSKA PRAVDA – FRIDAY, XX JULY XXXX, XX:XX The General Staff of Ukraine reports that Russia shelled the penal colony in Olenivka, Donetsk Oblast, to cover up the torture and murders of Ukrainian prisoners of war, as well as to accuse the Armed Forces of Ukraine of committing "war crimes." Source: General Staff of the Armed Forces of Ukraine, on Facebook Details: According to information provided by the General Staff, Ukraine did not launch either missile or artillery strikes on the Olenivka area. Quote: "The Russian occupiers pursued their criminal goals in order to accuse Ukraine of committing ‘war crimes’, as well as to cover up the torture and executions of prisoners which they carried out there on the orders of the occupation administration and the command of the Armed Forces of the Russian Federation in the temporarily occupied territory of Donetsk Oblast. Therefore, statements about the alleged shelling of civilian infrastructure and the population by the Armed Forces of Ukraine are outright lies and provocations, the responsibility of which is borne by Russia, the aggressor country, the occupier and the sponsor of terrorism." Background: On the morning of XX July, the Russian media announced the shelling of the penal colony in Olenivka, Donetsk Oblast, where Ukrainian prisoners are being held. Russian propaganda outlets report at least XX Ukrainian POWs were killed. Azov Battalion units announced a hunt for all those involved in the mass murder of Ukrainian prisoners of war in Olenivka on XX July. Journalists fight on their own frontline. Support Ukrainska Pravda!

okupacia,krim,vijna,ukrajina

Russians flood ferries in Kerch Strait to protect Crimean Bridge – Defence Intelligence

Russians began flooding ferries in the Kerch Strait to protect the Crimean Bridge from attacks; it is planned to flood at least six watercraft. Source: press service Defence Intelligence Quote: "Russian invaders are carrying out preparatory work to flood the second ferry, in the Kerch Strait area, near the illegal bridge between Russia and the temporarily occupied Crimea (coordinates: 45.2432237; 36.5845773)." Details: It is reported that Russians plan to flood at least six ferries to create a protective strip in front of the bridge. At the same time, the Russians intend to install containment booms between the flooded ferries. Defence Intelligence notes that a simple measure of protection of the nineteen-kilometre bridge in the form of flooding ferries only indicates the feverish decisions of Russians and an intellectual crisis within the country's military and political leadership. Background: At least two successful attacks on the Crimean Bridge have been reported. The last time, on 17 July, Sergey Aksenov, the so-called "head" of the Russian-occupied Crimea, reported that an "emergency" had occurred on the Crimean Bridge. Russian Telegram channels reported that the span collapsed there. Additionally, on 12 August, explosions were heard twice in occupied Crimea, near the Crimean Bridge.

Russians flood ferries in Kerch Strait to protect Crimean Bridge – Defence Intelligence

Russians began flooding ferries in the Kerch Strait to protect the Crimean Bridge from attacks; it is planned to flood at least six watercraft. Source: press service Defence Intelligence Quote: "Russian invaders are carrying out preparatory work to flood the second ferry, in the Kerch Strait area, near the illegal bridge between Russia and the temporarily occupied Crimea (coordinates: XX.XXXXXXX; XX.XXXXXXX)." Details: It is reported that Russians plan to flood at least six ferries to create a protective strip in front of the bridge. At the same time, the Russians intend to install containment booms between the flooded ferries. Defence Intelligence notes that a simple measure of protection of the nineteen-kilometre bridge in the form of flooding ferries only indicates the feverish decisions of Russians and an intellectual crisis within the country's military and political leadership. Background: At least two successful attacks on the Crimean Bridge have been reported. The last time, on XX July, Sergey Aksenov, the so-called "head" of the Russian-occupied Crimea, reported that an "emergency" had occurred on the Crimean Bridge. Russian Telegram channels reported that the span collapsed there. Additionally, on XX August, explosions were heard twice in occupied Crimea, near the Crimean Bridge.

okupacia,vugillia,donetsk-region

Coal industry of occupied Donetsk Oblast under threat of existence

The coal industry in the occupied territories of Donetsk Oblast is on the verge of collapse. Source: National Resistance Center Quote: "The occupation administration is unable to ensure the proper social-economic condition of the lands entrusted [to them – ed.] by the [overlords from] the Kremlin, as a result of which another economic sector – the coal industry – is collapsing. An analysis of information from open sources, as well as reports from partisans at the TOT [temporarily occupied territories – ed.] of the Donetsk region, shows that most enterprises have huge debts for the payment of "wages". There is a critical drop in the level of ore extraction, there is a permanent process of staff reduction, and there are also no qualified personnel to replace dismissed or ‘mobilised’ employees." Details: In addition, according to the National Resistance Center, a critical situation with the main property funds, equipment and consumables is recorded, following which the coal industry will be in danger of existence in the near future.

Coal industry of occupied Donetsk Oblast under threat of existence

The coal industry in the occupied territories of Donetsk Oblast is on the verge of collapse. Source: National Resistance Center Quote: "The occupation administration is unable to ensure the proper social-economic condition of the lands entrusted [to them – ed.] by the [overlords from] the Kremlin, as a result of which another economic sector – the coal industry – is collapsing. An analysis of information from open sources, as well as reports from partisans at the TOT [temporarily occupied territories – ed.] of the Donetsk region, shows that most enterprises have huge debts for the payment of "wages". There is a critical drop in the level of ore extraction, there is a permanent process of staff reduction, and there are also no qualified personnel to replace dismissed or ‘mobilised’ employees." Details: In addition, according to the National Resistance Center, a critical situation with the main property funds, equipment and consumables is recorded, following which the coal industry will be in danger of existence in the near future.

donetsk-region,luganska-oblast,vijna

Russian forces kill 2 and injure 4 residents of Luhansk Oblast, 6 more injured in Donetsk Oblast

On 9 January, Russian invaders killed at least two and injured four residents of Nevske village in Luhansk Oblast, as well as four civilians of the city of Bakhmut and two residents of the village of Kurakhivka in Donetsk Oblast. Source: Luhansk Oblast Military Administration (Luhansk OMA); Pavlo Kyrylenko, Head of Donetsk Oblast Military Administration Quote from Kyrylenko: "The Russians injured six civilians in Donetsk Oblast on 9 January: four in [the city of] Bakhmut and two in [the village of] Kurakhivka." Quote from Luhansk OMA: "Two [were] killed and two injured in the liberated [village of] Nevske." Details: On 9 January, the village of Nevske, located in the Krasnorichenske hromada [an administrative unit designating a town, village or several villages and their adjacent territories] in the Svatove district of Luhansk Oblast, came under massive Russian attack. Luhansk Oblast Administration said that about 150 people remained living there after liberation. Russian troops killed two of them on 9 January, and injured two others. Russian forces also deployed tanks, mortars, and tubed and rocket artillery to fire on Stelmakhivka, Makiivka, Ploshchanka and Dibrova on the Kupiansk and Lyman fronts. Russian attacks have been repelled in the areas of Bilohorivka, Chervonopopivka and Kuzmine.

Russian forces kill X and injure X residents of Luhansk Oblast, X more injured in Donetsk Oblast

On X January, Russian invaders killed at least two and injured four residents of Nevske village in Luhansk Oblast, as well as four civilians of the city of Bakhmut and two residents of the village of Kurakhivka in Donetsk Oblast. Source: Luhansk Oblast Military Administration (Luhansk OMA); Pavlo Kyrylenko, Head of Donetsk Oblast Military Administration Quote from Kyrylenko: "The Russians injured six civilians in Donetsk Oblast on X January: four in [the city of] Bakhmut and two in [the village of] Kurakhivka." Quote from Luhansk OMA: "Two [were] killed and two injured in the liberated [village of] Nevske." Details: On X January, the village of Nevske, located in the Krasnorichenske hromada [an administrative unit designating a town, village or several villages and their adjacent territories] in the Svatove district of Luhansk Oblast, came under massive Russian attack. Luhansk Oblast Administration said that about XXX people remained living there after liberation. Russian troops killed two of them on X January, and injured two others. Russian forces also deployed tanks, mortars, and tubed and rocket artillery to fire on Stelmakhivka, Makiivka, Ploshchanka and Dibrova on the Kupiansk and Lyman fronts. Russian attacks have been repelled in the areas of Bilohorivka, Chervonopopivka and Kuzmine.

rosija,genshtab,khersonska-oblast

Russian occupying authorities raid houses in Kherson Oblast searching for deserters – Ukraine's General Staff

Cases of desertion have become more frequent in the ranks of the Russian Armed Forces, and the Russian occupying authorities are conducting house-to-house raids in the occupied part of Kherson Oblast, looking for deserters. Source: Ukraine’s General Staff report on Facebook Quote: "Panic is on the rise among the occupiers, and the frequency of desertions is growing. Military patrols and military personnel from the commandant's office (military police) of the Russian occupying forces are conducting house-to-house visits in the temporarily occupied settlement of Hornostaivka, Kherson Oblast, looking for deserters among their soldiers. The command is taking such actions since the number of deserters and individuals abusing alcohol and drugs has risen significantly among the newly arrived Russian military personnel in the settlement and its surroundings." Details: The report says the Russian troops are leaving their places of service and trying to hide in abandoned buildings.

Russian occupying authorities raid houses in Kherson Oblast searching for deserters – Ukraine's General Staff

Cases of desertion have become more frequent in the ranks of the Russian Armed Forces, and the Russian occupying authorities are conducting house-to-house raids in the occupied part of Kherson Oblast, looking for deserters. Source: Ukraine’s General Staff report on Facebook Quote: "Panic is on the rise among the occupiers, and the frequency of desertions is growing. Military patrols and military personnel from the commandant's office (military police) of the Russian occupying forces are conducting house-to-house visits in the temporarily occupied settlement of Hornostaivka, Kherson Oblast, looking for deserters among their soldiers. The command is taking such actions since the number of deserters and individuals abusing alcohol and drugs has risen significantly among the newly arrived Russian military personnel in the settlement and its surroundings." Details: The report says the Russian troops are leaving their places of service and trying to hide in abandoned buildings.

armija,rosija,549aaf4151bd3

Russia’s Minister of Defence to meet with Belarusian military Wednesday about joint measures

The Minister of Defence of the Russian Federation, Sergei Shoigu, will hold a meeting with the joint board of the military departments of Belarus and Russia on Wednesday, 2 November. Source: Russian Interfax, a pro-Kremlin Russian media outlet, citing the Russian military department Details: The meeting will be conducted via video conference. A main topic reportedly to be discussed is the military cooperation of Belarus and Russia in countering alleged "attempts to falsify history." The meeting also aims to set top priorities of joint activities for 2023. Quote: "[The parties] intend to discuss the implementation of the plan of joint measures undertaken by defence ministries of the Republic of Belarus and the Russian Federation aiming at ensuring the military security of the Union State for 2022-2024." Background: Following the mobilisation in Russia, hundreds of drafted Russians started arriving in Belarus for military training.

Russia’s Minister of Defence to meet with Belarusian military Wednesday about joint measures

The Minister of Defence of the Russian Federation, Sergei Shoigu, will hold a meeting with the joint board of the military departments of Belarus and Russia on Wednesday, X November. Source: Russian Interfax, a pro-Kremlin Russian media outlet, citing the Russian military department Details: The meeting will be conducted via video conference. A main topic reportedly to be discussed is the military cooperation of Belarus and Russia in countering alleged "attempts to falsify history." The meeting also aims to set top priorities of joint activities for XXXX. Quote: "[The parties] intend to discuss the implementation of the plan of joint measures undertaken by defence ministries of the Republic of Belarus and the Russian Federation aiming at ensuring the military security of the Union State for XXXX-XXXX." Background: Following the mobilisation in Russia, hundreds of drafted Russians started arriving in Belarus for military training.

obstril,zaporizkaoblast,zhertvi,warcrimes

Rescue operations completed in Orikhiv: there are 7 dead

Rescuers have completed search operations at the site of an airstrike on Orikhiv, Zaporizhzhia Oblast. The victims of the shelling were seven people. Source: State Emergency Service press service Details: On 10 July, rescuers uncovered the bodies of three people without signs of life from under the rubble. The number of dead has increased to seven people. Search and rescue operations have been completed. Background: On 9 July, the Russians hit the city of Orikhiv in Zaporizhzhia Oblast with a guided aerial bomb at a time when humanitarian aid was being distributed in a residential area. Four people were killed on the spot: women aged 43, 45 and 47, and a 47-year-old man. Eleven more local residents were hospitalised. On the evening of 10 July, it became known that three more people may be under the rubble in Orikhiv. There were five people reported dead at that time.

Rescue operations completed in Orikhiv: there are X dead

Rescuers have completed search operations at the site of an airstrike on Orikhiv, Zaporizhzhia Oblast. The victims of the shelling were seven people. Source: State Emergency Service press service Details: On XX July, rescuers uncovered the bodies of three people without signs of life from under the rubble. The number of dead has increased to seven people. Search and rescue operations have been completed. Background: On X July, the Russians hit the city of Orikhiv in Zaporizhzhia Oblast with a guided aerial bomb at a time when humanitarian aid was being distributed in a residential area. Four people were killed on the spot: women aged XX, XX and XX, and a XX-year-old man. Eleven more local residents were hospitalised. On the evening of XX July, it became known that three more people may be under the rubble in Orikhiv. There were five people reported dead at that time.

donetsk-region,bahmut,vijna

Ukrainian servicemen show footage of battles for "road of life" to Bakhmut

The 3rd Separate Assault Brigade showed footage of Ukrainian defenders killing Russian occupiers in a battle for the only remaining asphalt road to the city of Bakhmut in Donetsk Oblast. Source: 3rd Separate Assault Brigade on Telegram Quote: "The battle for the remaining road. The goal is to assault the enemy and take control over the ‘road of life.’ It is the only remaining asphalt road to the city of Bakhmut. The circumstances of the attack are an intense section of the front; the enemy is jamming connections, the battles happen in wet trenches. [The mission – ed.] is carried out by the 1st Battalion of the 3rd Assault Brigade." Details: The video shows chilling details of the operation performed by the soldiers of the 1st Battalion of the brigade. Risking their life, the defenders attack the Russian forces with assault rifles and grenades.

Ukrainian servicemen show footage of battles for "road of life" to Bakhmut

The Xrd Separate Assault Brigade showed footage of Ukrainian defenders killing Russian occupiers in a battle for the only remaining asphalt road to the city of Bakhmut in Donetsk Oblast. Source: Xrd Separate Assault Brigade on Telegram Quote: "The battle for the remaining road. The goal is to assault the enemy and take control over the ‘road of life.’ It is the only remaining asphalt road to the city of Bakhmut. The circumstances of the attack are an intense section of the front; the enemy is jamming connections, the battles happen in wet trenches. [The mission – ed.] is carried out by the Xst Battalion of the Xrd Assault Brigade." Details: The video shows chilling details of the operation performed by the soldiers of the Xst Battalion of the brigade. Risking their life, the defenders attack the Russian forces with assault rifles and grenades.

es,sanktsiji,rosija

Europe considers sanctions against Russian aluminium

The European Aluminium industry group is considering lobbying the European Union to impose sanctions on Russian aluminium, but against direct sanctions against Rusal, the country's largest producer. Source: Reuters, citing a document sent to group members Details: The head of European Aluminium said that the trade group has prepared an internal memorandum for planning purposes and has no information on any EU sanctions already agreed. The European Commission refused to comment. A document dated July 2023, obtained by Reuters, states that European Aluminium members discussed the possibility of "actively calling for EU sanctions on Russian aluminium". However, the scale of Rusal's operations makes sanctions against it problematic. "European Aluminium (therefore) recommends avoiding that EU sanctions would target Rusal as a company," the association said. The media outlet clarifies that Rusal produced 4 million metric tonnes of primary aluminium last year, which is about 6% of global production. In addition, the document states that Rusal owns the Irish Aughinish, the EU's largest raw alumina refinery, and the Kubal plant in Sweden. The benchmark aluminium price on the London Metal Exchange rose 0.2% to US$2,282.50 a metric tonne in afternoon trading, down 4% so far this year. The Aluminum Association, a US trade group, said it has been watching Russia's aggression in Ukraine with "growing alarm" and has been in touch with the European Aluminium Union. The industry supports any efforts by the US government and allies to address the current crisis, "including new tariffs on aluminum imports from Russia announced earlier this year," the association said. Russia accounts for less than 3% of US aluminium imports. Until now, the EU has restricted imports of only a limited number of specific aluminium products from Russia – aluminium plates, sheets or strips over 0.2 mm thick. The last package of sanctions was adopted in June, and active discussions on a new package are not expected in the near future. In February, the United States announced plans to impose a 200% tariff on aluminium and its derivatives produced in Russia, and in May, the UK announced plans to ban imports of Russian aluminium along with diamonds, copper and nickel.

Europe considers sanctions against Russian aluminium

The European Aluminium industry group is considering lobbying the European Union to impose sanctions on Russian aluminium, but against direct sanctions against Rusal, the country's largest producer. Source: Reuters, citing a document sent to group members Details: The head of European Aluminium said that the trade group has prepared an internal memorandum for planning purposes and has no information on any EU sanctions already agreed. The European Commission refused to comment. A document dated July XXXX, obtained by Reuters, states that European Aluminium members discussed the possibility of "actively calling for EU sanctions on Russian aluminium". However, the scale of Rusal's operations makes sanctions against it problematic. "European Aluminium (therefore) recommends avoiding that EU sanctions would target Rusal as a company," the association said. The media outlet clarifies that Rusal produced X million metric tonnes of primary aluminium last year, which is about X% of global production. In addition, the document states that Rusal owns the Irish Aughinish, the EU's largest raw alumina refinery, and the Kubal plant in Sweden. The benchmark aluminium price on the London Metal Exchange rose X.X% to US$X,XXX.XX a metric tonne in afternoon trading, down X% so far this year. The Aluminum Association, a US trade group, said it has been watching Russia's aggression in Ukraine with "growing alarm" and has been in touch with the European Aluminium Union. The industry supports any efforts by the US government and allies to address the current crisis, "including new tariffs on aluminum imports from Russia announced earlier this year," the association said. Russia accounts for less than X% of US aluminium imports. Until now, the EU has restricted imports of only a limited number of specific aluminium products from Russia – aluminium plates, sheets or strips over X.X mm thick. The last package of sanctions was adopted in June, and active discussions on a new package are not expected in the near future. In February, the United States announced plans to impose a XXX% tariff on aluminium and its derivatives produced in Russia, and in May, the UK announced plans to ban imports of Russian aluminium along with diamonds, copper and nickel.

vijna,ukrajina

Ukrainian defenders have already killed 30,000 Russian troops

IRYNA BALACHUK — SATURDAY, 28 MAY 2022, 09:38 Russia has already lost 30,000 troops, 207 planes and 174 helicopters in its war of aggression in Ukraine. Source: General Staff of the Armed Forces of Ukraine on Facebook Details: Total combat losses of the Russian forces between 24 February and 28 May 2022 comprise approximately: (with figures in brackets indicating losses sustained in the last 24 hours) approximately 30,000 (+250) military personnel 1,330 (+8) tanks 3,258 (+12) armoured combat vehicles 628 (+5) artillery systems 203 (+2) multiple rocket launchers 93 (+0) pieces of air defence equipment 207 (+1) planes 174 (+4) helicopters 503 (+0) operational-tactical UAVs 116 (+1) cruise missiles 13 (+0) ships/boats 2,226 (+0) pieces of automotive equipment and fuel tanks 48 (+0) pieces of special equipment In the last 24 hours, the Russian occupying forces suffered the greatest losses on the Avdiivka and Kryvyi Rih fronts.

Ukrainian defenders have already killed XX,XXX Russian troops

IRYNA BALACHUK — SATURDAY, XX MAY XXXX, XX:XX Russia has already lost XX,XXX troops, XXX planes and XXX helicopters in its war of aggression in Ukraine. Source: General Staff of the Armed Forces of Ukraine on Facebook Details: Total combat losses of the Russian forces between XX February and XX May XXXX comprise approximately: (with figures in brackets indicating losses sustained in the last XX hours) approximately XX,XXX (+XXX) military personnel X,XXX (+X) tanks X,XXX (+XX) armoured combat vehicles XXX (+X) artillery systems XXX (+X) multiple rocket launchers XX (+X) pieces of air defence equipment XXX (+X) planes XXX (+X) helicopters XXX (+X) operational-tactical UAVs XXX (+X) cruise missiles XX (+X) ships/boats X,XXX (+X) pieces of automotive equipment and fuel tanks XX (+X) pieces of special equipment In the last XX hours, the Russian occupying forces suffered the greatest losses on the Avdiivka and Kryvyi Rih fronts.

rosija,vijna,avia

Ukrainian Air Force: despite Russia sending helicopters to Ukraine’s borders, there is no need to worry

OLENA ROSHCHINA – FRIDAY, 26 AUGUST 2022, 12:58 There are currently more than 400 Russian planes and about 360 combat helicopters near the borders of Ukraine; Russia’s helicopter units have increased in number, but the Ukrainian Air Force sees no reason to panic. Source: Yurii Ihnat, spokesman for the Ukrainian Air Force, on air during the 24/7 national joint telecast Quote from Ihnat: "Russia is not concentrating planes and helicopters on the border of Ukraine; this amount of aviation was kept in Russian airfields even before the invasion: there were 450 planes and 250 helicopters. Despite the fact that more than 200 planes and more than 200 helicopters have already been shot down, Russia is simply replenishing aviation stocks destroyed by our Air Defence units, and thus somewhat increasing the helicopter presence near the borders of Ukraine. Currently, there are 360 helicopters: 165 are attack helicopters and the rest are for military transport. The use of the word ‘concentration’ [of military aviation – ed.] is unnecessary here. These aircraft have been there and in accordance with the tasks the Russian army set for themselves, the equipment is rotated and moved around our borders." Details: This is the way the spokesman for the Ukrainian Air Forces commented on the information announced the day before, that there are more than 400 combat aircraft and 360 helicopters around the borders of Ukraine. Ihnat stressed that Russia uses dozens of airfields on its territory, on the territory of Belarus and on the occupied territories of Ukraine for attacks on Ukraine. He also suggested that Russia has up to 4,000 aircraft of various types that have been there since the collapse of the USSR, but Ukraine has only about 1,000 since the same event. However, Western sanctions will prevent Russia from manufacturing modern equipment and weapons in the future, Ihnat said. Also read: A threat from the sky. What planes and helicopters does Russia use in the war against Ukraine Lack of heavy weapons, imbalance in the air and gaps in personnel training. What difficulties did the Ukrainian army face?

Ukrainian Air Force: despite Russia sending helicopters to Ukraine’s borders, there is no need to worry

OLENA ROSHCHINA – FRIDAY, XX AUGUST XXXX, XX:XX There are currently more than XXX Russian planes and about XXX combat helicopters near the borders of Ukraine; Russia’s helicopter units have increased in number, but the Ukrainian Air Force sees no reason to panic. Source: Yurii Ihnat, spokesman for the Ukrainian Air Force, on air during the XX/X national joint telecast Quote from Ihnat: "Russia is not concentrating planes and helicopters on the border of Ukraine; this amount of aviation was kept in Russian airfields even before the invasion: there were XXX planes and XXX helicopters. Despite the fact that more than XXX planes and more than XXX helicopters have already been shot down, Russia is simply replenishing aviation stocks destroyed by our Air Defence units, and thus somewhat increasing the helicopter presence near the borders of Ukraine. Currently, there are XXX helicopters: XXX are attack helicopters and the rest are for military transport. The use of the word ‘concentration’ [of military aviation – ed.] is unnecessary here. These aircraft have been there and in accordance with the tasks the Russian army set for themselves, the equipment is rotated and moved around our borders." Details: This is the way the spokesman for the Ukrainian Air Forces commented on the information announced the day before, that there are more than XXX combat aircraft and XXX helicopters around the borders of Ukraine. Ihnat stressed that Russia uses dozens of airfields on its territory, on the territory of Belarus and on the occupied territories of Ukraine for attacks on Ukraine. He also suggested that Russia has up to X,XXX aircraft of various types that have been there since the collapse of the USSR, but Ukraine has only about X,XXX since the same event. However, Western sanctions will prevent Russia from manufacturing modern equipment and weapons in the future, Ihnat said. Also read: A threat from the sky. What planes and helicopters does Russia use in the war against Ukraine Lack of heavy weapons, imbalance in the air and gaps in personnel training. What difficulties did the Ukrainian army face?

kahovska-ges,sof,kharkivska-oblast

Ukraine's Special Operations Forces fighters rescue Russians drowning after blowing up HPP

Five Russian occupiers, rescued by soldiers of the Ukrainian Special Operations Forces in Kherson Oblast, have replenished the exchange fund of prisoners of war to be swapped for Ukrainian captives in Russia. Source: Press service of the Special Operations Forces Details: The Russian command left their own fighters for dead after the destruction of the Kakhovka Hydroelectric Power Plant (HPP). Dozens of Russian soldiers were cut off from land in flooded positions in Kherson Oblast after the water spilled. One of these positions was sinking underwater, and several Russians were about to drown. Having received information about the possibility of capturing some Russian soldiers, the Special Operations Forces moved out to get them. Five Russian fighters were loaded onto boats. At this time, the Russians hit the boats from other positions, despite the fact that their "comrades" were also aboard. Under the cover of machine gun fire, the Special Operations Forces fighters managed to bring all the prisoners to the coast alive. No Ukrainians were wounded during the mission. Having reached the shore, during a conversation with the captives, Special Operations Forces found out that the occupiers belonged to the Storm Z unit, a military formation recruited from among Russian convicts. The Russian Defence Ministry staffs these units according to the same principle as the Wagner formation: both units are made up of convicted Russians serving their sentences in prisons. Before recruitment, they are promised amnesty in return for their participation in the war against Ukraine.

Ukraine's Special Operations Forces fighters rescue Russians drowning after blowing up HPP

Five Russian occupiers, rescued by soldiers of the Ukrainian Special Operations Forces in Kherson Oblast, have replenished the exchange fund of prisoners of war to be swapped for Ukrainian captives in Russia. Source: Press service of the Special Operations Forces Details: The Russian command left their own fighters for dead after the destruction of the Kakhovka Hydroelectric Power Plant (HPP). Dozens of Russian soldiers were cut off from land in flooded positions in Kherson Oblast after the water spilled. One of these positions was sinking underwater, and several Russians were about to drown. Having received information about the possibility of capturing some Russian soldiers, the Special Operations Forces moved out to get them. Five Russian fighters were loaded onto boats. At this time, the Russians hit the boats from other positions, despite the fact that their "comrades" were also aboard. Under the cover of machine gun fire, the Special Operations Forces fighters managed to bring all the prisoners to the coast alive. No Ukrainians were wounded during the mission. Having reached the shore, during a conversation with the captives, Special Operations Forces found out that the occupiers belonged to the Storm Z unit, a military formation recruited from among Russian convicts. The Russian Defence Ministry staffs these units according to the same principle as the Wagner formation: both units are made up of convicted Russians serving their sentences in prisons. Before recruitment, they are promised amnesty in return for their participation in the war against Ukraine.

zaporizkaoblast,melitopol

Russians increase looting in occupied territories

The Russian occupiers are looting the temporarily occupied territories of Zaporizhzhia Oblast; at the moment, they keep plundering Ukrainian state-owned companies in the city of Melitopol. Source: National Resistance Center Quote: "The Russians are increasing the rate of looting on an industrial scale in the temporarily occupied territories of the Zaporizhzhia region. Yes, in Melitopol, the occupiers continue to rob Ukrainian state-owned companies. In particular, the enemy ransacked the equipment of PrivatBank’s branches, taking away even the furniture. Russians call all this ‘nationalization’." Details: Additionally, Russian marauders are robbing hotels and recreation centres in Kyrylivka; they are dismantling boilers, air conditioners, and other household appliances. The National Resistance Center noted that this is being done in a centralised fashion, under the supervision of the military. Earlier, collaborators created a list of facilities [that they consider can be confiscated - ed.] whose owners have refused to cooperate with the occupiers. The National Resistance Center has highlighted that these robberies are being recorded by Ukrainian law enforcement officers; all property owners are going to receive compensation from the reparations that Russia will pay after the war.

Russians increase looting in occupied territories

The Russian occupiers are looting the temporarily occupied territories of Zaporizhzhia Oblast; at the moment, they keep plundering Ukrainian state-owned companies in the city of Melitopol. Source: National Resistance Center Quote: "The Russians are increasing the rate of looting on an industrial scale in the temporarily occupied territories of the Zaporizhzhia region. Yes, in Melitopol, the occupiers continue to rob Ukrainian state-owned companies. In particular, the enemy ransacked the equipment of PrivatBank’s branches, taking away even the furniture. Russians call all this ‘nationalization’." Details: Additionally, Russian marauders are robbing hotels and recreation centres in Kyrylivka; they are dismantling boilers, air conditioners, and other household appliances. The National Resistance Center noted that this is being done in a centralised fashion, under the supervision of the military. Earlier, collaborators created a list of facilities [that they consider can be confiscated - ed.] whose owners have refused to cooperate with the occupiers. The National Resistance Center has highlighted that these robberies are being recorded by Ukrainian law enforcement officers; all property owners are going to receive compensation from the reparations that Russia will pay after the war.

propaganda,rosija,ussr,kharkivska-oblast

"Grandmother with USSR flag" curses the Russian army because it destroyed her house

DENYS KARLOVSKY — THURSDAY, 5 MAY 2022, 17:25 Pensioner Anna Ivanova, who came out with a red Bolshevik flag to greet the Ukrainian military, is now cursing the Russian army for destroying her house. Source: Centre for Strategic Communications and Information Security of the Ministry of Culture and Information Policy Details : A serviceman of the 22nd battalion of the 92nd brigade of the Armed Forces of Ukraine with the call sign "Cadet" helped pensioner Anna Ivanovna Ivanova and her husband to evacuate from their house near Kharkiv to a safe place. Before that, he helped them with food and humanitarian aid. She is currently in one of the city hospitals in Kharkiv. The Russian occupiers fired mortars at her house. Contrary to Russian propaganda, Anna Ivanovna's son did not take her to Russia, and she herself figured out that the Russian army was responsible for shelling her house. Anna Ivanovna says that she came out to greet the Ukrainian military because she thought they were Russian infidels and she wanted to "placate" them with a red Bolshevik flag so they would not "smash up" the village and all of Ukraine. But now she feels like a "traitor." Her grandson is safe in Poland. The military of the Armed Forces of Ukraine urged people not to chastise or persecute the pensioner. Recall: Russian propaganda turned Anna Ivanovna into a legendary image. Allegedly, this represents the desire of "ordinary Ukrainians" to reunite with their "Russian brothers" as in Soviet times. Cheap, temporary monuments have been erected in her honour in Russian cities, and in one city, a mural of her was painted on the wall of a house. The propagandists said that the grandmother had been living in the village of Dmitrovka, Kyiv Region, but soon after the liberation of the village by Ukrainian units, her son had allegedly taken her to Russia. Rumours spread that her relatives had taken her to Barnaul in Siberia. Background: On 3 May, a monument to "a grandmother with the flag of the USSR" was erected in Russian Belgorod, but on 4 May it was removed. In Mariupol, the Russian occupiers also erected a similar monument to the grandmother. The sociological group "Rating" in April found that 87% of Ukrainians, after the start of a full-scale invasion of Russia, do not have any positive feelings towards the Soviet Union.

"Grandmother with USSR flag" curses the Russian army because it destroyed her house

DENYS KARLOVSKY — THURSDAY, X MAY XXXX, XX:XX Pensioner Anna Ivanova, who came out with a red Bolshevik flag to greet the Ukrainian military, is now cursing the Russian army for destroying her house. Source: Centre for Strategic Communications and Information Security of the Ministry of Culture and Information Policy Details : A serviceman of the XXnd battalion of the XXnd brigade of the Armed Forces of Ukraine with the call sign "Cadet" helped pensioner Anna Ivanovna Ivanova and her husband to evacuate from their house near Kharkiv to a safe place. Before that, he helped them with food and humanitarian aid. She is currently in one of the city hospitals in Kharkiv. The Russian occupiers fired mortars at her house. Contrary to Russian propaganda, Anna Ivanovna's son did not take her to Russia, and she herself figured out that the Russian army was responsible for shelling her house. Anna Ivanovna says that she came out to greet the Ukrainian military because she thought they were Russian infidels and she wanted to "placate" them with a red Bolshevik flag so they would not "smash up" the village and all of Ukraine. But now she feels like a "traitor." Her grandson is safe in Poland. The military of the Armed Forces of Ukraine urged people not to chastise or persecute the pensioner. Recall: Russian propaganda turned Anna Ivanovna into a legendary image. Allegedly, this represents the desire of "ordinary Ukrainians" to reunite with their "Russian brothers" as in Soviet times. Cheap, temporary monuments have been erected in her honour in Russian cities, and in one city, a mural of her was painted on the wall of a house. The propagandists said that the grandmother had been living in the village of Dmitrovka, Kyiv Region, but soon after the liberation of the village by Ukrainian units, her son had allegedly taken her to Russia. Rumours spread that her relatives had taken her to Barnaul in Siberia. Background: On X May, a monument to "a grandmother with the flag of the USSR" was erected in Russian Belgorod, but on X May it was removed. In Mariupol, the Russian occupiers also erected a similar monument to the grandmother. The sociological group "Rating" in April found that XX% of Ukrainians, after the start of a full-scale invasion of Russia, do not have any positive feelings towards the Soviet Union.

zelensky,polscha

Zelenskyy will visit Poland on 5 April

President of Ukraine Volodymyr Zelenskyy will visit Poland on Wednesday, 5 April. Source: The Office of the Polish President as European Pravda reports Details: Marcin Przydacz, a representative of the Office of the President of Poland, said that Zelenskyy would, in particular, meet with Ukrainians currently living in Poland. Quote: "On Wednesday, 5 April, we are expecting the official visit of the President of Ukraine to Poland. On Wednesday afternoon, the president will meet the Poles and Ukrainians living in our country at the Royal Castle," said a message on Twitter. W środę, 5 kwietnia, spodziewamy się oficjalnej wizyty Prezydenta Ukrainy @ZelenskyyUa w Polsce. Prezydent 🇺🇦 w środę po południu na Zamku Królewskim spotka się z Polakami i Ukraińcami przebywającymi u nas — Szef @BPM_KPRP @marcin_przydacz w @RMF24pl. pic.twitter.com/mXnLIIk8kf Other details of the visit are not reported. Apparently, Zelenskyy will meet with Polish President Andrzej Duda. The visit will coincide with a meeting of NATO foreign ministers in Brussels, which US Secretary of State Anthony Blinken is expected to attend. It should be noted that Zelenskyy's previous visits abroad during the war were not announced. Reminder: Ukraine will buy 100 Polish-made Rosomak armoured personnel carriers from Poland.

Zelenskyy will visit Poland on X April

President of Ukraine Volodymyr Zelenskyy will visit Poland on Wednesday, X April. Source: The Office of the Polish President as European Pravda reports Details: Marcin Przydacz, a representative of the Office of the President of Poland, said that Zelenskyy would, in particular, meet with Ukrainians currently living in Poland. Quote: "On Wednesday, X April, we are expecting the official visit of the President of Ukraine to Poland. On Wednesday afternoon, the president will meet the Poles and Ukrainians living in our country at the Royal Castle," said a message on Twitter. W środę, X kwietnia, spodziewamy się oficjalnej wizyty Prezydenta Ukrainy @ZelenskyyUa w Polsce. Prezydent 🇺🇦 w środę po południu na Zamku Królewskim spotka się z Polakami i Ukraińcami przebywającymi u nas — Szef @BPM_KPRP @marcin_przydacz w @RMFXXpl. pic.twitter.com/mXnLIIkXkf Other details of the visit are not reported. Apparently, Zelenskyy will meet with Polish President Andrzej Duda. The visit will coincide with a meeting of NATO foreign ministers in Brussels, which US Secretary of State Anthony Blinken is expected to attend. It should be noted that Zelenskyy's previous visits abroad during the war were not announced. Reminder: Ukraine will buy XXX Polish-made Rosomak armoured personnel carriers from Poland.

zbroja,vijna,avia,ukrajina

F-16 pilot training hasn't begun, waiting for first group to leave – Ukrainian Air Force Spokesperson

The training of Ukrainian pilots on F-16 fighter jets has not yet begun, and the first group of pilots is expected to leave, having prepared for the exercise, including by learning English. Source: European Pravda, citing Yurii Ihnat, Spokesman for the Ukrainian Air Force, on air during the national joint 24/7 newscast Quote from Ihnat: "The first group of pilots will be the first wave to undergo retraining, then the second wave and so on. These are the pilots who will be directly trained by instructors in different countries that have provided us with sites." Details: Ihnat said that the pilots had prepared for the exercise by learning English. "The aircraft terminology there is somewhat specific, so it took some time," Ihnat emphasised. He said that technical staff will also be trained, but they will have a different programme than the pilots. More details: The Air Force subsequently pointed to the incorrect presentation of information by some Ukrainian media that the training of Ukrainian pilots had allegedly begun. "Those who have already 'sent pilots' to the F-16s, please provide the primary source where the spokesperson for the Air Force said this," the Air Force wrote on Telegram. Background: During the NATO summit in Lithuania, Reznikov signed a memorandum with 11 coalition member states that set out the conditions for training Ukrainian pilots on F-16 fighter jets. The member states of the fighter coalition also agreed that training for Ukrainian pilots to fly Western F-16s will begin in Denmark in August. Media reports indicate that Romania will start training Ukrainian pilots on F-16 combat aircraft, likely next month.

F-XX pilot training hasn't begun, waiting for first group to leave – Ukrainian Air Force Spokesperson

The training of Ukrainian pilots on F-XX fighter jets has not yet begun, and the first group of pilots is expected to leave, having prepared for the exercise, including by learning English. Source: European Pravda, citing Yurii Ihnat, Spokesman for the Ukrainian Air Force, on air during the national joint XX/X newscast Quote from Ihnat: "The first group of pilots will be the first wave to undergo retraining, then the second wave and so on. These are the pilots who will be directly trained by instructors in different countries that have provided us with sites." Details: Ihnat said that the pilots had prepared for the exercise by learning English. "The aircraft terminology there is somewhat specific, so it took some time," Ihnat emphasised. He said that technical staff will also be trained, but they will have a different programme than the pilots. More details: The Air Force subsequently pointed to the incorrect presentation of information by some Ukrainian media that the training of Ukrainian pilots had allegedly begun. "Those who have already 'sent pilots' to the F-XXs, please provide the primary source where the spokesperson for the Air Force said this," the Air Force wrote on Telegram. Background: During the NATO summit in Lithuania, Reznikov signed a memorandum with XX coalition member states that set out the conditions for training Ukrainian pilots on F-XX fighter jets. The member states of the fighter coalition also agreed that training for Ukrainian pilots to fly Western F-XXs will begin in Denmark in August. Media reports indicate that Romania will start training Ukrainian pilots on F-XX combat aircraft, likely next month.

evacuation,mariupol,vijna

Humanitarian corridor for Mariupol civilians: 22 March – three assembly points

OLENA ROSHCHYNA - TUESDAY, 22 MARCH 2022 09:37 Today, on 22 March, authorities have organised another humanitarian corridor for evacuees from Mariupol, occupied Berdyansk, Yuriivka, and Nikolske to Zaporizhzhia, a city in south-eastern Ukraine. The corridor will also serve as a delivery route for humanitarian aid to Mariupol. Source: Iryna Vereshchuk, Deputy Prime Minister / Minister for Reintegration of the Temporarily Occupied Territories of Ukraine Quote: "We are focusing on the evacuation of civilians from Mariupol." Details: There will be three evacuation routes from Mariupol to Zaporizhzhia today: Berdyansk – Zaporizhzhia. Assembly point: sports complex on Melitopolske shose street, 27 Mangushska Gromada – Zaporizhzhia. Assembly point: village of Yuriivka of Melekinsk village council, rest home (‘pansionat’) Zmina Nikolske – Zaporizhzhia. Assembly point: School #2 Parkova street, 23 Buses will be provided at the assembly points from 9.00 a.m. to 10 a.m. Quote: "We understand that we don’t have enough seats to fit everyone, and therefore we ask you to come to the buses in an organised way, and follow the instructions of our local representatives. We assure you we won’t leave anyone behind, and will continue the evacuation daily following the same algorithm, until we evacuate everyone. As of now, 21 buses and trucks with humanitarian aid have already left Zaporizhzhia for Mariupol. We are resolving the issue of delivering more fuel to Berdiansk to continue filling up the cars of Mariupol evacuees for free. Humanitarian aid points where Mariupol evacuees can get all the help that they need continue their work in Berdiansk. Details: Active phone numbers of humanitarian aid points assisting Mariupol evacuees in Berdiansk: Landline: 3-62-76/3-52-52 Mobile: 097 551 59 17/050 439 75 29 Active phone numbers of humanitarian aid points assisting Mariupol evacuees in Zaporizhzhia: (095) 220-41-11 (067) 220-41-12 0800- 503- 508

Humanitarian corridor for Mariupol civilians: XX March – three assembly points

OLENA ROSHCHYNA - TUESDAY, XX MARCH XXXX XX:XX Today, on XX March, authorities have organised another humanitarian corridor for evacuees from Mariupol, occupied Berdyansk, Yuriivka, and Nikolske to Zaporizhzhia, a city in south-eastern Ukraine. The corridor will also serve as a delivery route for humanitarian aid to Mariupol. Source: Iryna Vereshchuk, Deputy Prime Minister / Minister for Reintegration of the Temporarily Occupied Territories of Ukraine Quote: "We are focusing on the evacuation of civilians from Mariupol." Details: There will be three evacuation routes from Mariupol to Zaporizhzhia today: Berdyansk – Zaporizhzhia. Assembly point: sports complex on Melitopolske shose street, XX Mangushska Gromada – Zaporizhzhia. Assembly point: village of Yuriivka of Melekinsk village council, rest home (‘pansionat’) Zmina Nikolske – Zaporizhzhia. Assembly point: School #X Parkova street, XX Buses will be provided at the assembly points from X.XX a.m. to XX a.m. Quote: "We understand that we don’t have enough seats to fit everyone, and therefore we ask you to come to the buses in an organised way, and follow the instructions of our local representatives. We assure you we won’t leave anyone behind, and will continue the evacuation daily following the same algorithm, until we evacuate everyone. As of now, XX buses and trucks with humanitarian aid have already left Zaporizhzhia for Mariupol. We are resolving the issue of delivering more fuel to Berdiansk to continue filling up the cars of Mariupol evacuees for free. Humanitarian aid points where Mariupol evacuees can get all the help that they need continue their work in Berdiansk. Details: Active phone numbers of humanitarian aid points assisting Mariupol evacuees in Berdiansk: Landline: X-XX-XX/X-XX-XX Mobile: XXX XXX XX XX/XXX XXX XX XX Active phone numbers of humanitarian aid points assisting Mariupol evacuees in Zaporizhzhia: (XXX) XXX-XX-XX (XXX) XXX-XX-XX XXXX- XXX- XXX

rosija,vijna,ukrajina

Russian Volunteer Corps says they sneaked into Russia again, "With battles or quietly, it doesn't matter anymore"

Representatives of the Russian Volunteer Corps have said that they had once again entered the territory of Russia, and posted the corresponding video with a Russian Postal Service department in the background. Source: Russian Volunteer Corps on Telegram Quote: "Well, friends! The Russian Volunteer Corps has again done something impossible. We are back in the Motherland! The evidence is right behind my back. Once again we enter the territory of Russia with battles or quietly. It doesn't matter anymore." Details: According to the representatives of the Russian Volunteer Corps, the flame of resistance is burning all over the country. "Wait for us in your town too," they said. Judging by the sign, the video was recorded in the village of Glotovo in the Graivoronsky district of Belgorod Oblast, Russian Federation. Background: On 22 May, Russian Volunteer Corps and Freedom of Russia Legion, in which Russians fight for Ukraine, announced the "liberation" of several settlements in Belgorod Oblast, Russia, from Putin's government. On 23 May, the Russian authorities announced the defeat of the fighters of the Russian Volunteer Corps and the Freedom of Russia Legion, who are called "saboteurs" in Russia, and the ending of the "counter-terrorist operation" in Belgorod Oblast. On 23 May, the Russian Volunteer Corps stated that their equipment was not damaged, and the Russian Defence Ministry is spreading lies.

Russian Volunteer Corps says they sneaked into Russia again, "With battles or quietly, it doesn't matter anymore"

Representatives of the Russian Volunteer Corps have said that they had once again entered the territory of Russia, and posted the corresponding video with a Russian Postal Service department in the background. Source: Russian Volunteer Corps on Telegram Quote: "Well, friends! The Russian Volunteer Corps has again done something impossible. We are back in the Motherland! The evidence is right behind my back. Once again we enter the territory of Russia with battles or quietly. It doesn't matter anymore." Details: According to the representatives of the Russian Volunteer Corps, the flame of resistance is burning all over the country. "Wait for us in your town too," they said. Judging by the sign, the video was recorded in the village of Glotovo in the Graivoronsky district of Belgorod Oblast, Russian Federation. Background: On XX May, Russian Volunteer Corps and Freedom of Russia Legion, in which Russians fight for Ukraine, announced the "liberation" of several settlements in Belgorod Oblast, Russia, from Putin's government. On XX May, the Russian authorities announced the defeat of the fighters of the Russian Volunteer Corps and the Freedom of Russia Legion, who are called "saboteurs" in Russia, and the ending of the "counter-terrorist operation" in Belgorod Oblast. On XX May, the Russian Volunteer Corps stated that their equipment was not damaged, and the Russian Defence Ministry is spreading lies.

ssha,zbroja,rosija,missilestrike

NYT: Russia defies sanctions and produces more missiles than prior to 2022

Russia has managed to overcome sanctions pressure and can now produce more missiles than before the start of a full-scale invasion. Source: The New York Times, citing officials who spoke on condition of anonymity Quote: "Russia has managed to overcome sanctions and export controls imposed by the West to expand its missile production beyond prewar levels, according to U.S., European and Ukrainian officials, leaving Ukraine especially vulnerable to intensified attacks in the coming months." "As a result of the sanctions, American officials estimate that Russia was forced to dramatically slow its production of missiles and other weaponry at the start of the war in February 2022 for at least six months. But by the end of 2022, Moscow’s military industrial manufacturing began to pick up speed again, American officials who spoke on condition of anonymity to disclose the sensitive assessment now concede." Details: The US is betting on strengthening Ukrainian air defence in response to such a situation. It is indicated that Russia, through an extensive smuggling network, receives scarce components through third countries, such as Armenia and Türkiye American officials fear increased production of Russian missiles could mean new strikes on Ukraine's energy system in autumn and winter. The article indicates it is difficult for Western countries to close all ways of circumventing sanctions due to the specifics of the goods themselves. "One of the challenges for the U.S. government is that Russia does not need higher-end chips that are easier to track, but commoditised chips that can be used in a wide range of things, not just guided missiles," the article reads. Apart from that, Western officials indicate that Russia has doubled the production of projectiles (up to 2 million per year), which are larger volumes than the United States and Europe can produce. At the same time, such volumes are still not enough, since Russia spent 10 million shells in one year. Furthermore, the increase in military production in Russia cost the Russian economy dearly, especially in the conditions of a sharp increase in interest rates in the country. Background: In June 2023, Ukraine’s intelligence reported that Russia expanded the production of Kalibr and Kh-101 missiles by three- to four-fold and improved the use of missile weapons and unmanned aerial vehicles.

NYT: Russia defies sanctions and produces more missiles than prior to XXXX

Russia has managed to overcome sanctions pressure and can now produce more missiles than before the start of a full-scale invasion. Source: The New York Times, citing officials who spoke on condition of anonymity Quote: "Russia has managed to overcome sanctions and export controls imposed by the West to expand its missile production beyond prewar levels, according to U.S., European and Ukrainian officials, leaving Ukraine especially vulnerable to intensified attacks in the coming months." "As a result of the sanctions, American officials estimate that Russia was forced to dramatically slow its production of missiles and other weaponry at the start of the war in February XXXX for at least six months. But by the end of XXXX, Moscow’s military industrial manufacturing began to pick up speed again, American officials who spoke on condition of anonymity to disclose the sensitive assessment now concede." Details: The US is betting on strengthening Ukrainian air defence in response to such a situation. It is indicated that Russia, through an extensive smuggling network, receives scarce components through third countries, such as Armenia and Türkiye American officials fear increased production of Russian missiles could mean new strikes on Ukraine's energy system in autumn and winter. The article indicates it is difficult for Western countries to close all ways of circumventing sanctions due to the specifics of the goods themselves. "One of the challenges for the U.S. government is that Russia does not need higher-end chips that are easier to track, but commoditised chips that can be used in a wide range of things, not just guided missiles," the article reads. Apart from that, Western officials indicate that Russia has doubled the production of projectiles (up to X million per year), which are larger volumes than the United States and Europe can produce. At the same time, such volumes are still not enough, since Russia spent XX million shells in one year. Furthermore, the increase in military production in Russia cost the Russian economy dearly, especially in the conditions of a sharp increase in interest rates in the country. Background: In June XXXX, Ukraine’s intelligence reported that Russia expanded the production of Kalibr and Kh-XXX missiles by three- to four-fold and improved the use of missile weapons and unmanned aerial vehicles.

ssha,vagner,sanktsiji

United States announces they will continue to suppress Wagner Group

The US will continue to suppress Wagner Group to deprive its mercenaries of the opportunity to sow chaos and violence in the world. Source: White House National Security Council spokesperson John Kirby at a briefing Quote from Kirby:"We recognise that Wagner still has a presence in Africa. I think you know we have worked to hold Wagner accountable. They are listed as a transnational criminal organisation. We have sanctioned them. We will continue to take those actions that are appropriate to try to limit their ability to continue to sow chaos and violence wherever it is." Details: At the same time, Kirby emphasised that it is still too early to say where the Wagner Group will go as an organisation after last weekend's failed rebellion, or where its leader Yevgeny Prigozhin will go in terms of his leadership of the company. The White House representative also added that he did not know Prigozhin's whereabouts. Background: Previously, the WSJ, citing its sources, wrote that the US Department of State has decided to postpone the planned imposition of sanctions against the gold mining business operated by the Wagner Private Military Company (PMC) in Africa.

United States announces they will continue to suppress Wagner Group

The US will continue to suppress Wagner Group to deprive its mercenaries of the opportunity to sow chaos and violence in the world. Source: White House National Security Council spokesperson John Kirby at a briefing Quote from Kirby:"We recognise that Wagner still has a presence in Africa. I think you know we have worked to hold Wagner accountable. They are listed as a transnational criminal organisation. We have sanctioned them. We will continue to take those actions that are appropriate to try to limit their ability to continue to sow chaos and violence wherever it is." Details: At the same time, Kirby emphasised that it is still too early to say where the Wagner Group will go as an organisation after last weekend's failed rebellion, or where its leader Yevgeny Prigozhin will go in terms of his leadership of the company. The White House representative also added that he did not know Prigozhin's whereabouts. Background: Previously, the WSJ, citing its sources, wrote that the US Department of State has decided to postpone the planned imposition of sanctions against the gold mining business operated by the Wagner Private Military Company (PMC) in Africa.

propaganda,rosija,vijna

Russia’s main TV channel broadcast disrupted by "No War" protest

Svitlana Kizilova – Monday, 14 March 2022, 21:04 A woman was urging TV viewers not to believe the Russian propaganda had entered the studio during the broadcast of the main pro-government newscast, Vremya. The protester held a large sign with anti-war slogans right behind the news anchor’s back. Source: Kseniya Sobchak, a Russian media personality, on her Telegram channel; Oleksandr Scherba, a Ukrainian diplomat, on Twitter Details: Sobchak said that many Russian TV viewers saw the anti-war protest, sending her recordings of it as proof. She published these clips on her Telegram channel Ostorozhno, novosti [literally Careful, news]. The protester’s sign read: "NO WAR. Stop the war. Don’t believe in propaganda. You’re being lied to here." The woman holding the sign shouted, "No to the war!" According to Sobchak: "Readers sent me recordings of the broadcast from several different angles; therefore, it is unlikely that this is a fake."

Russia’s main TV channel broadcast disrupted by "No War" protest

Svitlana Kizilova – Monday, XX March XXXX, XX:XX A woman was urging TV viewers not to believe the Russian propaganda had entered the studio during the broadcast of the main pro-government newscast, Vremya. The protester held a large sign with anti-war slogans right behind the news anchor’s back. Source: Kseniya Sobchak, a Russian media personality, on her Telegram channel; Oleksandr Scherba, a Ukrainian diplomat, on Twitter Details: Sobchak said that many Russian TV viewers saw the anti-war protest, sending her recordings of it as proof. She published these clips on her Telegram channel Ostorozhno, novosti [literally Careful, news]. The protester’s sign read: "NO WAR. Stop the war. Don’t believe in propaganda. You’re being lied to here." The woman holding the sign shouted, "No to the war!" According to Sobchak: "Readers sent me recordings of the broadcast from several different angles; therefore, it is unlikely that this is a fake."

genshtab,bezpilotnyky,vijna

Ukrainian defenders destroyed 14 Shahed drones during night

Ukrainian defenders destroyed 14 Shahed drones out of 15 launched by the Russian forces during the night of 27-28 March. Source: General Staff of the Armed Forces of Ukraine on Facebook, information as of 06:00 on 28 March Quote: "The enemy deployed 15 Shahed-136 attack UAVs for airstrikes at night. Fourteen of them were destroyed by our defenders." Details: The General Staff added that the probability of launching further missile and air strikes remains high throughout the territory of Ukraine. Background: Air Force Command reported that the air defence system destroyed 12 Russian Shahed drones.

Ukrainian defenders destroyed XX Shahed drones during night

Ukrainian defenders destroyed XX Shahed drones out of XX launched by the Russian forces during the night of XX-XX March. Source: General Staff of the Armed Forces of Ukraine on Facebook, information as of XX:XX on XX March Quote: "The enemy deployed XX Shahed-XXX attack UAVs for airstrikes at night. Fourteen of them were destroyed by our defenders." Details: The General Staff added that the probability of launching further missile and air strikes remains high throughout the territory of Ukraine. Background: Air Force Command reported that the air defence system destroyed XX Russian Shahed drones.

vijna,ukrajina

Shelling, quiet, fighting, missiles, death – last night in Ukraine

Iryna Balachuk — Wednesday, 2 March 2022, 09:21 The seventh night of Russia’s war against Ukraine for some regions of Ukraine was quiet. At the same time, Russian troops continued their attacks on Zhytomyr, Zaporizhia, Kirovohrad, Sumy, Donetsk, Kharkiv, and Kyiv regions. There are casualties. Sources: Regional military administrations’ comments to Ukrainska Pravda Details: The night was relatively quiet in Volyn, Rivne, Vinnytsia, Lviv, Khmelnytskiy, Cherkasy, Poltava, Ivano-Frankivsk, Chernivtsi, Dnipro, Ternopil, Chernihiv, and Odessa Regions. In Mykolayiv Region, there were some disturbances, but overall the night was quiet. In Zakarpattia, the night was quiet. Many people continue to leave the country, and there are long queues at the border. At the same time, in Zhytomyr region, the Russian troops dropped aerial bombs on private houses, with the impact from the explosion hitting a hospital and a maternity ward. 10 residential houses were destroyed. 2 people were killed, and 12 more wounded. In Kirovohrad Region, Russian troops shelled a military air strip in Kanatove. Sirens were sounded at night and in the morning. In Kherson, Russian military vehicles and equipment are stationed throughout the city. Last night in Sumy was very tough. Battles raged in and around the city, and the Ukrainian armed forces destroyed a significant amount of enemy equipment. The Russian shelling continued. In the Luhansk Region around Severodonetsk, the night was quiet. In Muratove, Russian occupiers are robbing the local population, with victims among local residents. In the Donetsk Region, Volnovakha and Mariupol are under constant attack by the Russian forces. Kostyantynivka was attacked by the invaders with three missiles, the number of people killed is still being verified. Residents are evacuating from the area. The situation remains difficult in Kharkiv. Russian invaders shelled residential areas throughout the night. Also at night, Russian fighter jets SU-25 dropped bombs on Chuhuyiv (Bashkirkivka and airstrip), the city of Kharkiv (power plant No.5, tank college on Poltavskiy Shlyakh St., and a dormitory on Klochkivska St. There are casualties. In the Kyiv Region, the situation is under control. The Russian invaders are being held back. In Bila Tserkva, around 10 pm on 1 March, two explosions were heard, no casualties were reported. No territories were occupied by the Russian invaders. Around Boryspil, the situation remains under control of the Ukrainian Armed Forces. Borodyanka is in a critical state. There are casualties, some people remain trapped under the rubble of buildings destroyed by the invaders. The battle for Hostomil is ongoing.

Shelling, quiet, fighting, missiles, death – last night in Ukraine

Iryna Balachuk — Wednesday, X March XXXX, XX:XX The seventh night of Russia’s war against Ukraine for some regions of Ukraine was quiet. At the same time, Russian troops continued their attacks on Zhytomyr, Zaporizhia, Kirovohrad, Sumy, Donetsk, Kharkiv, and Kyiv regions. There are casualties. Sources: Regional military administrations’ comments to Ukrainska Pravda Details: The night was relatively quiet in Volyn, Rivne, Vinnytsia, Lviv, Khmelnytskiy, Cherkasy, Poltava, Ivano-Frankivsk, Chernivtsi, Dnipro, Ternopil, Chernihiv, and Odessa Regions. In Mykolayiv Region, there were some disturbances, but overall the night was quiet. In Zakarpattia, the night was quiet. Many people continue to leave the country, and there are long queues at the border. At the same time, in Zhytomyr region, the Russian troops dropped aerial bombs on private houses, with the impact from the explosion hitting a hospital and a maternity ward. XX residential houses were destroyed. X people were killed, and XX more wounded. In Kirovohrad Region, Russian troops shelled a military air strip in Kanatove. Sirens were sounded at night and in the morning. In Kherson, Russian military vehicles and equipment are stationed throughout the city. Last night in Sumy was very tough. Battles raged in and around the city, and the Ukrainian armed forces destroyed a significant amount of enemy equipment. The Russian shelling continued. In the Luhansk Region around Severodonetsk, the night was quiet. In Muratove, Russian occupiers are robbing the local population, with victims among local residents. In the Donetsk Region, Volnovakha and Mariupol are under constant attack by the Russian forces. Kostyantynivka was attacked by the invaders with three missiles, the number of people killed is still being verified. Residents are evacuating from the area. The situation remains difficult in Kharkiv. Russian invaders shelled residential areas throughout the night. Also at night, Russian fighter jets SU-XX dropped bombs on Chuhuyiv (Bashkirkivka and airstrip), the city of Kharkiv (power plant No.X, tank college on Poltavskiy Shlyakh St., and a dormitory on Klochkivska St. There are casualties. In the Kyiv Region, the situation is under control. The Russian invaders are being held back. In Bila Tserkva, around XX pm on X March, two explosions were heard, no casualties were reported. No territories were occupied by the Russian invaders. Around Boryspil, the situation remains under control of the Ukrainian Armed Forces. Borodyanka is in a critical state. There are casualties, some people remain trapped under the rubble of buildings destroyed by the invaders. The battle for Hostomil is ongoing.

rosija,strelkov,sud,fsb

Russian investigators classify case of former Donetsk Oblast proxy detained for extremism

Russian investigators made a decision to classify the case of Igor Strelkov (real surname Girkin), the former Defence Minister in the illegal, Russian-controlled formation in the east of Ukraine, the Donetsk People’s Republic. Strelkov criticised the Russian government and was detained for extremism. Source: RBC, a pro-Kremlin Russian news outlet, citing Strelkov’s lawyer Aleksandr Molohov Details: RBC reported that Strelkov’s case was classified because of a state secret. Molohov refused to further comment on this, saying that the fact of the classification was the only piece of information he could disclose. Strelkov is suspected of publicly calling for extremism on his Telegram channel. The court hearing, which took place in Moscow’s Meshchansky Court on 21 July, stated that the investigation was being conducted by Russian Federal Security Service (FSB) investigators. The court remanded Strelkov in custody until 18 September. Strelkov faces up to five years in prison for public calls for extremism. Background: On 21 July, Russian media reported that security forces detained an active supporter of the war against Ukraine, Igor Strelkov (real surname Girkin). He was charged under Article 282 of the Russian Criminal Code (extremism). Strelkov was sentenced in absentia to life imprisonment by the District Court of The Hague. He was found guilty of the downing of the Malaysian Boeing MH17 in August 2014. The court said Girkin and his two subordinates were "guilty [of murder] 298 times".

Russian investigators classify case of former Donetsk Oblast proxy detained for extremism

Russian investigators made a decision to classify the case of Igor Strelkov (real surname Girkin), the former Defence Minister in the illegal, Russian-controlled formation in the east of Ukraine, the Donetsk People’s Republic. Strelkov criticised the Russian government and was detained for extremism. Source: RBC, a pro-Kremlin Russian news outlet, citing Strelkov’s lawyer Aleksandr Molohov Details: RBC reported that Strelkov’s case was classified because of a state secret. Molohov refused to further comment on this, saying that the fact of the classification was the only piece of information he could disclose. Strelkov is suspected of publicly calling for extremism on his Telegram channel. The court hearing, which took place in Moscow’s Meshchansky Court on XX July, stated that the investigation was being conducted by Russian Federal Security Service (FSB) investigators. The court remanded Strelkov in custody until XX September. Strelkov faces up to five years in prison for public calls for extremism. Background: On XX July, Russian media reported that security forces detained an active supporter of the war against Ukraine, Igor Strelkov (real surname Girkin). He was charged under Article XXX of the Russian Criminal Code (extremism). Strelkov was sentenced in absentia to life imprisonment by the District Court of The Hague. He was found guilty of the downing of the Malaysian Boeing MHXX in August XXXX. The court said Girkin and his two subordinates were "guilty [of murder] XXX times".

turechchina,azov,mariupol,poloneni

Ambassador shares details of Azov Regiment commanders' living conditions in Turkey

The Ukrainian Ambassador to Turkey has said that the commanders of the Azov Regiment, freed from Russian captivity, are residing in Turkey in comfortable conditions and are waiting for their families to come for the New Year. Source: Vasyl Bondar, Ukraine’s Ambassador to Turkey in a commentary to Radio Liberty on 23 December Details: According to Bondar, the servicemen are provided with medicines, food and sports equipment. The Ambassador added that, generally, their condition has improved. Quote: "What is limited, of course, is their movement and free access to communications with the outside world. This is primarily related to security issues, as there is information suggesting threat to their physical wellbeing. The second thing is the conditions for further exchanges; since many of our heroes are still in Russian captivity, we need to work on their release." Details: The Ukrainian Ambassador also expressed hope that there will be time for the defenders of Azovstal [metallurgical facility located in Mariupol – ed.] to appear publicly and show the difference between how they looked when they were released from captivity and now. Background: On 21 September, as part of the exchange with the Russian Federation, 215 Ukrainian defenders were released. Among the liberated Ukrainians were also border guards, policemen, sailors, national guardsmen, territorial defenders, customs officers, and civilians. In particular, Denys "Redis" Prokopenko, Serhii "Volyna" Volynskyi, Sviatoslav Palamar, Denys Shleha, Oleh Khomenko were the Azov Regiment commanders that were set free. According to the agreements, the five commanders of the Azov Regiment should stay in Turkey until the end of the war under Erdogan's personal guarantees of protection and safety. Former Ukrainian MP Viktor Medvedchuk and 55 Russian occupiers were returned to Russia.

Ambassador shares details of Azov Regiment commanders' living conditions in Turkey

The Ukrainian Ambassador to Turkey has said that the commanders of the Azov Regiment, freed from Russian captivity, are residing in Turkey in comfortable conditions and are waiting for their families to come for the New Year. Source: Vasyl Bondar, Ukraine’s Ambassador to Turkey in a commentary to Radio Liberty on XX December Details: According to Bondar, the servicemen are provided with medicines, food and sports equipment. The Ambassador added that, generally, their condition has improved. Quote: "What is limited, of course, is their movement and free access to communications with the outside world. This is primarily related to security issues, as there is information suggesting threat to their physical wellbeing. The second thing is the conditions for further exchanges; since many of our heroes are still in Russian captivity, we need to work on their release." Details: The Ukrainian Ambassador also expressed hope that there will be time for the defenders of Azovstal [metallurgical facility located in Mariupol – ed.] to appear publicly and show the difference between how they looked when they were released from captivity and now. Background: On XX September, as part of the exchange with the Russian Federation, XXX Ukrainian defenders were released. Among the liberated Ukrainians were also border guards, policemen, sailors, national guardsmen, territorial defenders, customs officers, and civilians. In particular, Denys "Redis" Prokopenko, Serhii "Volyna" Volynskyi, Sviatoslav Palamar, Denys Shleha, Oleh Khomenko were the Azov Regiment commanders that were set free. According to the agreements, the five commanders of the Azov Regiment should stay in Turkey until the end of the war under Erdogan's personal guarantees of protection and safety. Former Ukrainian MP Viktor Medvedchuk and XX Russian occupiers were returned to Russia.

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Ukraine’s transport infrastructure suffers $10bn losses since the beginning of the war

Olha Hluschenko – Tuesday, 8 March 2022, 06:55 Ukraine’s transport infrastructure has suffered losses worth billions of hryvnias as a result of the Russian invasion. Source: Oleksandr Kubrakov, the Minister of Infrastructure, cited in Ukrinform Details: It will take one or two years to restore the largest elements of the transport infrastructure. As of last week, the losses of transportation infrastructure alone (roads, bridges, railways, equipment and airports) have exceeded $10 billions. According to Kubrakov, to restore this infrastructure Ukraine will be relying on the world’s assistance: "It is obvious that this tragedy is not ours, this war is not ours – Ukraine is protecting the interests of the entire world. In the same way, it will not be us alone who will be rebuilding our country." The minister thinks that it will be possible to rebuild most of the parts of the infrastructure within a year; the largest and most complex ones within two. "We will definitely win and will definitely rebuild everything," Kubrakov concluded.

Ukraine’s transport infrastructure suffers $XXbn losses since the beginning of the war

Olha Hluschenko – Tuesday, X March XXXX, XX:XX Ukraine’s transport infrastructure has suffered losses worth billions of hryvnias as a result of the Russian invasion. Source: Oleksandr Kubrakov, the Minister of Infrastructure, cited in Ukrinform Details: It will take one or two years to restore the largest elements of the transport infrastructure. As of last week, the losses of transportation infrastructure alone (roads, bridges, railways, equipment and airports) have exceeded $XX billions. According to Kubrakov, to restore this infrastructure Ukraine will be relying on the world’s assistance: "It is obvious that this tragedy is not ours, this war is not ours – Ukraine is protecting the interests of the entire world. In the same way, it will not be us alone who will be rebuilding our country." The minister thinks that it will be possible to rebuild most of the parts of the infrastructure within a year; the largest and most complex ones within two. "We will definitely win and will definitely rebuild everything," Kubrakov concluded.

donetsk-region,vijna,khersonska-oblast

Russians kill five civilians in Donetsk and Kherson oblasts

The Russian occupiers killed three civilians in Donetsk Oblast and two more in Kherson Oblast during the day. Source: Donetsk Oblast Military Administration; Kherson Oblast Military Administration Details: On 25 February, it was reported that three civilians were killed by Russians in Donetsk Oblast: two in Bakhmut and one in Novopokrovske. Four more people in the oblast were injured. Meanwhile, the Russian army attacked Kherson 13 times, shelling the residential areas of the city. Russian shells hit residential buildings and the territory of an enterprise. Yesterday, on 24 February, two people were killed and seven more sustained injuries of varying degrees of severity in Kherson Oblast due to Russian aggression.

Russians kill five civilians in Donetsk and Kherson oblasts

The Russian occupiers killed three civilians in Donetsk Oblast and two more in Kherson Oblast during the day. Source: Donetsk Oblast Military Administration; Kherson Oblast Military Administration Details: On XX February, it was reported that three civilians were killed by Russians in Donetsk Oblast: two in Bakhmut and one in Novopokrovske. Four more people in the oblast were injured. Meanwhile, the Russian army attacked Kherson XX times, shelling the residential areas of the city. Russian shells hit residential buildings and the territory of an enterprise. Yesterday, on XX February, two people were killed and seven more sustained injuries of varying degrees of severity in Kherson Oblast due to Russian aggression.

grain,5e5e9dafe61d8,golodomor,rosija

Kremlin creates man-made famine like the one in 1933

Ukraine has allocated 900 million hryvnias [approximately US$24.38 million - ed.] to buy grain and corn for Sudan, Yemen, Kenya and Nigeria in order not to allow the Kremlin to create a man-made famine there. Source: Ukrainian Prime Minister Denys Shmyhal during the International Summit of Food Security in Kyiv on 26 November; Shmyhal’s Telegram; Ukrinform news outlet Quote: "The Kremlin now understands Ukraine’s significance as one of the guarantors of the world’s food security and is blocking Ukrainian exports by any means, in this way creating a man-made famine in other countries. Unfortunately, these victims are intended by Russia; they are interested in global instability, just like they were interested in the death of Ukrainians in 1933." Details: According to Shmyhal, the Grain from Ukraine initiative, introduced by the President of Ukraine, will enhance the humanitarian component of the Ukrainian food export as participant states will buy Ukrainian products and give them to the countries where there is a threat of famine. Germany has already purchased 27,000 tonnes of Ukrainian wheat, which is going to be directed to Ethiopia. The USA has also allocated US$20 million to buy Ukrainian food. Additionally, the Prime Minister of Poland has announced the allocation of US$20 million for this purpose. Despite its own issues, Ukraine has allocated 900 million hryvnias [approximately US$24.38 million] to buy wheat and corn for Sudan, Yemen, Kenya and Nigeria, as Prime Minister Shmyhal has reminded. The initiative is implemented in partnership with the UN World Food Programme. Additional information: Ukraine has launched the Grain from Ukraine initiative on the 90th anniversary of Holodomor [the devastating man-made famine that took place in Ukraine in 1932-1933 and was orchestrated by the USSR’s leadership - ed.]. Within this initiative, approximately 60 ships with Ukrainian grain are planned to go to the poorest countries of Africa by the middle of the next year. Previously, the government has approved sending 125,000 tonnes of grain to Sudan, Yemen, Kenya, and Nigeria as instructed by the President’s Decree On Providing Humanitarian Aid to Countries of Africa and Asia.

Kremlin creates man-made famine like the one in XXXX

Ukraine has allocated XXX million hryvnias [approximately US$XX.XX million - ed.] to buy grain and corn for Sudan, Yemen, Kenya and Nigeria in order not to allow the Kremlin to create a man-made famine there. Source: Ukrainian Prime Minister Denys Shmyhal during the International Summit of Food Security in Kyiv on XX November; Shmyhal’s Telegram; Ukrinform news outlet Quote: "The Kremlin now understands Ukraine’s significance as one of the guarantors of the world’s food security and is blocking Ukrainian exports by any means, in this way creating a man-made famine in other countries. Unfortunately, these victims are intended by Russia; they are interested in global instability, just like they were interested in the death of Ukrainians in XXXX." Details: According to Shmyhal, the Grain from Ukraine initiative, introduced by the President of Ukraine, will enhance the humanitarian component of the Ukrainian food export as participant states will buy Ukrainian products and give them to the countries where there is a threat of famine. Germany has already purchased XX,XXX tonnes of Ukrainian wheat, which is going to be directed to Ethiopia. The USA has also allocated US$XX million to buy Ukrainian food. Additionally, the Prime Minister of Poland has announced the allocation of US$XX million for this purpose. Despite its own issues, Ukraine has allocated XXX million hryvnias [approximately US$XX.XX million] to buy wheat and corn for Sudan, Yemen, Kenya and Nigeria, as Prime Minister Shmyhal has reminded. The initiative is implemented in partnership with the UN World Food Programme. Additional information: Ukraine has launched the Grain from Ukraine initiative on the XXth anniversary of Holodomor [the devastating man-made famine that took place in Ukraine in XXXX-XXXX and was orchestrated by the USSR’s leadership - ed.]. Within this initiative, approximately XX ships with Ukrainian grain are planned to go to the poorest countries of Africa by the middle of the next year. Previously, the government has approved sending XXX,XXX tonnes of grain to Sudan, Yemen, Kenya, and Nigeria as instructed by the President’s Decree On Providing Humanitarian Aid to Countries of Africa and Asia.

sbu,zelensky,kharkiv,kharkivska-oblast

Zelenskyy fires Kharkiv Security Service Head and hands him over to law enforcement

Denys Karlovskyi – Sunday, 29 May 2022, 20:40 Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy fired Roman Dudin, Head of Ukraine’s Security Service in Kharkiv Oblast, for negligent performance of his duties and promised that law enforcement would investigate his case. Source: President Zelenskyy’s video address Quote: "I convened a meeting with the leadership of the [Kharkiv] oblast and the city [of Kharkiv]. I thanked them for having stood and continuing to stand with Kharkiv residents, with Ukraine, and – what’s particularly important right now – with one another. There is perfect cooperation between the army, the police, the mayor of Kharkiv, and the oblast state administration – they are all truly working to bring our victory closer and are doing so very effectively. Unfortunately, the same cannot be said about the local leadership of the Security Service of Ukraine. When I got here, I looked into it, and I fired the head of the Security Service in the oblast for selfishly caring only about his own interests rather than working to defend the city from the first days of the full-scale war. Law enforcement officers will find out what his motivations were." Background: Roman Dudin was appointed Head of the Security Service of Ukraine in Kharkiv Oblast in 2020 by President Zelenskyy. He was born on 13 March 1983 in the city of Dnipro. After his military service, he was hired by the Security Service of Ukraine in Dnipropetrovsk Oblast. In 2013, he was transferred to the main directorate of the Security Service in Kyiv. Earlier: On 1 April, President Zelenskyy fired General Serhii Kryvoruchko from his position as the head of the Security Service of Ukraine in Kherson Oblast for "antiheroism". The Security Service found out that Yevhen Balytskyi, former people’s deputy from the Block of Yulia Tymoshenko party, was collaborating with the Russian occupiers.

Zelenskyy fires Kharkiv Security Service Head and hands him over to law enforcement

Denys Karlovskyi – Sunday, XX May XXXX, XX:XX Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy fired Roman Dudin, Head of Ukraine’s Security Service in Kharkiv Oblast, for negligent performance of his duties and promised that law enforcement would investigate his case. Source: President Zelenskyy’s video address Quote: "I convened a meeting with the leadership of the [Kharkiv] oblast and the city [of Kharkiv]. I thanked them for having stood and continuing to stand with Kharkiv residents, with Ukraine, and – what’s particularly important right now – with one another. There is perfect cooperation between the army, the police, the mayor of Kharkiv, and the oblast state administration – they are all truly working to bring our victory closer and are doing so very effectively. Unfortunately, the same cannot be said about the local leadership of the Security Service of Ukraine. When I got here, I looked into it, and I fired the head of the Security Service in the oblast for selfishly caring only about his own interests rather than working to defend the city from the first days of the full-scale war. Law enforcement officers will find out what his motivations were." Background: Roman Dudin was appointed Head of the Security Service of Ukraine in Kharkiv Oblast in XXXX by President Zelenskyy. He was born on XX March XXXX in the city of Dnipro. After his military service, he was hired by the Security Service of Ukraine in Dnipropetrovsk Oblast. In XXXX, he was transferred to the main directorate of the Security Service in Kyiv. Earlier: On X April, President Zelenskyy fired General Serhii Kryvoruchko from his position as the head of the Security Service of Ukraine in Kherson Oblast for "antiheroism". The Security Service found out that Yevhen Balytskyi, former people’s deputy from the Block of Yulia Tymoshenko party, was collaborating with the Russian occupiers.

vijna,sumska-oblast,obstril

Russians hit Sumy Oblast with mortars and artillery

Russian forces attacked the Nova Sloboda and Shalyhyne hromadas of Sumy Oblast over the past day [a hromada is an administrative unit designating a town, village or several villages and their adjacent territories - ed.]. Source: Dmytro Zhyvytskyi, Head of Sumy Oblast State Administration, on Telegram Details: Russians fired on the Nova Sloboda hromada three times. They used mortars to attack, with 15 strikes reported. The Russians struck the Shalyhyne hromada with artillery once. Zhyvytskyi noted that there were no casualties or damage in both cases.

Russians hit Sumy Oblast with mortars and artillery

Russian forces attacked the Nova Sloboda and Shalyhyne hromadas of Sumy Oblast over the past day [a hromada is an administrative unit designating a town, village or several villages and their adjacent territories - ed.]. Source: Dmytro Zhyvytskyi, Head of Sumy Oblast State Administration, on Telegram Details: Russians fired on the Nova Sloboda hromada three times. They used mortars to attack, with XX strikes reported. The Russians struck the Shalyhyne hromada with artillery once. Zhyvytskyi noted that there were no casualties or damage in both cases.

vibukh,odesa,air-defense

Loud explosions rock Odesa, Russians attack region with various weapons

On the night of 22-23 July, explosions were heard in Odesa when an air-raid warning was issued because of a missile threat, and air defence forces were reported to be working. Source: Suspilne.Odesa; Dumska, a local media outlet; Oleh Kiper, Head of Odesa Oblast Military Administration; Air Force of Ukraine Details: The Air Force of Ukraine has reported that Kalibr cruise missiles and Oniks supersonic anti-ship missiles were launched in the direction of the southern regions. "Odesa and Mykolaiv oblasts, stay in shelters," the message said. At 00:56, the media reported explosions in Odesa. Explosions were heard in Odesa on the night of 22-23 July while an air-raid warning was in force because of a missile threat, and air defence forces were reported to be working. Source: Suspilne.Odesa; Dumska, a local media outlet; Oleh Kiper, Head of Odesa Oblast Military Administration; Air Force of Ukraine Details: The Air Force of Ukraine has reported that Kalibr cruise missiles and Oniks supersonic anti-ship missiles were launched in the direction of the southern regions. "Odesa and Mykolaiv oblasts, stay in shelters," the message said. At 00:56, the media reported explosions in Odesa. Then, a series of repeated loud explosions were heard in the city at 01:00 and 01:07. Kiper has urged residents of Odesa Oblast to stay in shelters and not to film the air defence forces in operation or post it on social media. At 01:12, the Air Force reported the re-launch of the Kh-22 missiles in the direction of Odesa Oblast. Update: Kiper has noted that Russia is once again attacking Odesa Oblast with various types of weapons. Air defence forces are responding. At 01:15, explosions rocked Odesa again. At 01:28, the all-clear was given in Odesa Oblast. Suspilne has reported that a fire broke out in Odesa as a result of the attack. Dumska has shared a video of the strike on the Transfiguration Cathedral.

Loud explosions rock Odesa, Russians attack region with various weapons

On the night of XX-XX July, explosions were heard in Odesa when an air-raid warning was issued because of a missile threat, and air defence forces were reported to be working. Source: Suspilne.Odesa; Dumska, a local media outlet; Oleh Kiper, Head of Odesa Oblast Military Administration; Air Force of Ukraine Details: The Air Force of Ukraine has reported that Kalibr cruise missiles and Oniks supersonic anti-ship missiles were launched in the direction of the southern regions. "Odesa and Mykolaiv oblasts, stay in shelters," the message said. At XX:XX, the media reported explosions in Odesa. Explosions were heard in Odesa on the night of XX-XX July while an air-raid warning was in force because of a missile threat, and air defence forces were reported to be working. Source: Suspilne.Odesa; Dumska, a local media outlet; Oleh Kiper, Head of Odesa Oblast Military Administration; Air Force of Ukraine Details: The Air Force of Ukraine has reported that Kalibr cruise missiles and Oniks supersonic anti-ship missiles were launched in the direction of the southern regions. "Odesa and Mykolaiv oblasts, stay in shelters," the message said. At XX:XX, the media reported explosions in Odesa. Then, a series of repeated loud explosions were heard in the city at XX:XX and XX:XX. Kiper has urged residents of Odesa Oblast to stay in shelters and not to film the air defence forces in operation or post it on social media. At XX:XX, the Air Force reported the re-launch of the Kh-XX missiles in the direction of Odesa Oblast. Update: Kiper has noted that Russia is once again attacking Odesa Oblast with various types of weapons. Air defence forces are responding. At XX:XX, explosions rocked Odesa again. At XX:XX, the all-clear was given in Odesa Oblast. Suspilne has reported that a fire broke out in Odesa as a result of the attack. Dumska has shared a video of the strike on the Transfiguration Cathedral.

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ICC opens largest field office in Kyiv

The International Criminal Court’s (ICC) field office has started its work in Kyiv. This is the largest office of the ICC outside The Hague. Source: press service of the Prosecutor General's Office with reference to a statement by Prosecutor General Andrii Kostin and ICC Prosecutor Karim Khan at a joint press conference Quote from Kostin: "This is a new chapter of our cooperation. The work of the office will help strengthen the cooperation between Ukraine and the International Criminal Court. It will increase the effectiveness and efficiency of response to the crimes that Russia continues to commit against Ukraine and Ukrainians every day." Details: The Prosecutor General's Office reported that the ICC field office in Ukraine is the largest representation of the ICC outside The Hague. Quote from Karim Khan: "I think, what we’ve seen in terms of the International Criminal Court, the partnership with Ukraine, building partnership with civil society, with other member states of the United Nations, state parties and non-state parties of the ICC, is not a flash in the pan. This is part of a new dawn in which we have to show, and we are showing so far, stamina, focus to make sure our words are not empty words. They are felt by victims around the world, in Ukraine, where I have the honour of being now of course, but in other parts of the world as well." Previously: President Volodymyr Zelenskyy announced the opening of the ICC office in Ukraine in March 2023. Background: In March, Pre-Trial Chamber II of the International Criminal Court issued arrest warrants for Russian President Vladimir Putin, suspecting him of illegal deportation of thousands of children from Ukraine. The issuance of such warrants means that Putin can be arrested if he goes to any member state of the International Criminal Court.

ICC opens largest field office in Kyiv

The International Criminal Court’s (ICC) field office has started its work in Kyiv. This is the largest office of the ICC outside The Hague. Source: press service of the Prosecutor General's Office with reference to a statement by Prosecutor General Andrii Kostin and ICC Prosecutor Karim Khan at a joint press conference Quote from Kostin: "This is a new chapter of our cooperation. The work of the office will help strengthen the cooperation between Ukraine and the International Criminal Court. It will increase the effectiveness and efficiency of response to the crimes that Russia continues to commit against Ukraine and Ukrainians every day." Details: The Prosecutor General's Office reported that the ICC field office in Ukraine is the largest representation of the ICC outside The Hague. Quote from Karim Khan: "I think, what we’ve seen in terms of the International Criminal Court, the partnership with Ukraine, building partnership with civil society, with other member states of the United Nations, state parties and non-state parties of the ICC, is not a flash in the pan. This is part of a new dawn in which we have to show, and we are showing so far, stamina, focus to make sure our words are not empty words. They are felt by victims around the world, in Ukraine, where I have the honour of being now of course, but in other parts of the world as well." Previously: President Volodymyr Zelenskyy announced the opening of the ICC office in Ukraine in March XXXX. Background: In March, Pre-Trial Chamber II of the International Criminal Court issued arrest warrants for Russian President Vladimir Putin, suspecting him of illegal deportation of thousands of children from Ukraine. The issuance of such warrants means that Putin can be arrested if he goes to any member state of the International Criminal Court.

okupacia,torturi,rosija,vijna

Western media learns what hell Ukrainians are going through during “filtration” by the occupiers

ROMAN PETRENKO – FRIDAY, 17 JUNE 2022, 10:58 Ukrainians who end up in Russian "filtration camps" in the occupied territories undergo torture, beatings and interrogations. Source: BBC Details: Ukrainians trying to leave Russian-occupied cities cannot do so without going through a process called "filtration." People have their phones confiscated, and their social media accounts examined; they are undressed, their bodies are examined carefully, tattoos are checked, and the occupiers look for bruises on their shoulders and fingers that may suggest the recent use of weapons. Anything that seems suspicious to inspectors can lead to beatings or even electric shocks, civilians say. Many are forcibly sent to Russia. One man said that he deleted all the files from his phone, although the occupiers then tried to recover them using a computer. However, he said that he did not have time to "clean up" his social media – the internet was cut off in Mariupol. They found a video on his Instagram where he’d written: "A president we can be proud of. Go home with your warship!" For that, he was beaten. Another Ukrainian, a history teacher, was found with the word "Ruscist" on his phone – he was beaten and kicked. He was then labelled as a person who spreads pro-Ukrainian propaganda, and asked about the "events of 2014" when Russia occupied Crimea and started the war in Donbas. He was asked if he agreed that it was "a Ukrainian civil war", then they found a photo of a book cover with the letter "H" in its title and thought it was about Hitler. After that, the teacher was transferred to a prison, where he counted 24 people in a cell with four bunk beds. A couple of days later, he was released into Ukrainian-controlled territory. Another man saw people with their hands tied behind their backs being beaten in an interrogation tent in Bezimenne, a small village to the east of Mariupol. People report that soldiers are torturing Ukrainians to the point of unconsciousness with severe blows and electric shocks. Many are released only if they agree to head for Russia. There is another room in the filtration camp, which is called a "cage." People there received no water or food, and had to urinate in the corner, in front of everyone. One former prisoner believes that the occupiers used the filtration mechanism "to show their absolute power". Some of those sent to Russia were able to travel to other countries and in some cases return to Ukraine. Reminder: Commander of the Azov National Guard Regiment of Ukraine, Denys Prokopenko, called his wife Kateryna, who also received information that the Russians were holding Ukrainian soldiers in satisfactory conditions.

Western media learns what hell Ukrainians are going through during “filtration” by the occupiers

ROMAN PETRENKO – FRIDAY, XX JUNE XXXX, XX:XX Ukrainians who end up in Russian "filtration camps" in the occupied territories undergo torture, beatings and interrogations. Source: BBC Details: Ukrainians trying to leave Russian-occupied cities cannot do so without going through a process called "filtration." People have their phones confiscated, and their social media accounts examined; they are undressed, their bodies are examined carefully, tattoos are checked, and the occupiers look for bruises on their shoulders and fingers that may suggest the recent use of weapons. Anything that seems suspicious to inspectors can lead to beatings or even electric shocks, civilians say. Many are forcibly sent to Russia. One man said that he deleted all the files from his phone, although the occupiers then tried to recover them using a computer. However, he said that he did not have time to "clean up" his social media – the internet was cut off in Mariupol. They found a video on his Instagram where he’d written: "A president we can be proud of. Go home with your warship!" For that, he was beaten. Another Ukrainian, a history teacher, was found with the word "Ruscist" on his phone – he was beaten and kicked. He was then labelled as a person who spreads pro-Ukrainian propaganda, and asked about the "events of XXXX" when Russia occupied Crimea and started the war in Donbas. He was asked if he agreed that it was "a Ukrainian civil war", then they found a photo of a book cover with the letter "H" in its title and thought it was about Hitler. After that, the teacher was transferred to a prison, where he counted XX people in a cell with four bunk beds. A couple of days later, he was released into Ukrainian-controlled territory. Another man saw people with their hands tied behind their backs being beaten in an interrogation tent in Bezimenne, a small village to the east of Mariupol. People report that soldiers are torturing Ukrainians to the point of unconsciousness with severe blows and electric shocks. Many are released only if they agree to head for Russia. There is another room in the filtration camp, which is called a "cage." People there received no water or food, and had to urinate in the corner, in front of everyone. One former prisoner believes that the occupiers used the filtration mechanism "to show their absolute power". Some of those sent to Russia were able to travel to other countries and in some cases return to Ukraine. Reminder: Commander of the Azov National Guard Regiment of Ukraine, Denys Prokopenko, called his wife Kateryna, who also received information that the Russians were holding Ukrainian soldiers in satisfactory conditions.

kherson,transport,vijna

Russian forces hit bus depot in Kherson, injuring one person

Russian invaders hit a public transport depot in Kherson on the night of 13 January, damaging 16 buses, cars and warehouses and injuring one person. Source: Yaroslav Yanushevych, Head of Kherson Oblast Military Administration, on Telegram Quote from Yanushevych: "Russian invaders have hit the depot in Kherson where municipal buses are parked at night. 16 buses, cars, warehouses and a security guard building have been damaged in the attack." Details: Preliminary information indicates that one of the guards has been injured. Російські загарбники уночі 13 січня обстріляли транспортну базу: пошкоджені автобуси і авто, поранений охоронець. Відео з Telegram Янушевича pic.twitter.com/4Q0kZRi2C0 Shell fragments damaged the power grid as well. Yanushevych has noted that paramedics, police and rescue workers are working at the scene. Power engineering teams are restoring the power supply.

Russian forces hit bus depot in Kherson, injuring one person

Russian invaders hit a public transport depot in Kherson on the night of XX January, damaging XX buses, cars and warehouses and injuring one person. Source: Yaroslav Yanushevych, Head of Kherson Oblast Military Administration, on Telegram Quote from Yanushevych: "Russian invaders have hit the depot in Kherson where municipal buses are parked at night. XX buses, cars, warehouses and a security guard building have been damaged in the attack." Details: Preliminary information indicates that one of the guards has been injured. Російські загарбники уночі XX січня обстріляли транспортну базу: пошкоджені автобуси і авто, поранений охоронець. Відео з Telegram Янушевича pic.twitter.com/XQXkZRiXCX Shell fragments damaged the power grid as well. Yanushevych has noted that paramedics, police and rescue workers are working at the scene. Power engineering teams are restoring the power supply.

odeska-oblast,vijna

Odesa Oblast: Russian missiles strike at critical infrastructure, 1 civilian injured

TUESDAY, 26 JULY 2022, 10:37 Russian missiles targeted a critical infrastructure facility in the Odesa district of Odesa Oblast in the early hours of 26 July. One civilian was injured in the attack. Source: Odesa District State Administration on Facebook; President Volodymyr Zelenskyy on Instagram Quote from the Odesa District State Administration: "This morning, the enemy conducted another missile strike on one of the hromadas [amalgamated territorial communities] in the Odesa district. One person was injured. The enemy’s goal was to destroy a critical infrastructure facility." Details: President Volodymyr Zelenskyy shared a video depicting the consequences of the Russian attack on the village of Zatoka in the Bilhorod-Dnistrovskyi district in Odesa Oblast. He did not clarify when the video was recorded, but stressed that there were no Ukrainian military personnel or military bases in the area, only "civilians who were vacationing or simply living their lives." Earlier: Serhii Bratchuk, spokesperson for the Odesa Oblast Military Administration, has said that Odesa Oblast was attacked with missiles launched from Russian strategic aircraft. Pivden [South] Operational Command reported that Russian missiles hit private buildings in coastal villages in Odesa Oblast, causing fires. According to preliminary information, there were no casualties.

Odesa Oblast: Russian missiles strike at critical infrastructure, X civilian injured

TUESDAY, XX JULY XXXX, XX:XX Russian missiles targeted a critical infrastructure facility in the Odesa district of Odesa Oblast in the early hours of XX July. One civilian was injured in the attack. Source: Odesa District State Administration on Facebook; President Volodymyr Zelenskyy on Instagram Quote from the Odesa District State Administration: "This morning, the enemy conducted another missile strike on one of the hromadas [amalgamated territorial communities] in the Odesa district. One person was injured. The enemy’s goal was to destroy a critical infrastructure facility." Details: President Volodymyr Zelenskyy shared a video depicting the consequences of the Russian attack on the village of Zatoka in the Bilhorod-Dnistrovskyi district in Odesa Oblast. He did not clarify when the video was recorded, but stressed that there were no Ukrainian military personnel or military bases in the area, only "civilians who were vacationing or simply living their lives." Earlier: Serhii Bratchuk, spokesperson for the Odesa Oblast Military Administration, has said that Odesa Oblast was attacked with missiles launched from Russian strategic aircraft. Pivden [South] Operational Command reported that Russian missiles hit private buildings in coastal villages in Odesa Oblast, causing fires. According to preliminary information, there were no casualties.

rosija,bahmut,vijna,ukrajina

Russians intensify information campaign about Bakhmut defence – Ukraine's Deputy Defence Minister

The Russians are spreading statements in the informational space aimed at demoralising Ukrainian society and military regarding the defence of the city of Bakhmut, Donetsk Oblast.Source: Hanna Maliar, Deputy Minister of Defence of Ukraine, on TelegramQuote from Maliar: "Today, there is an over intensification of the Russian information campaign accompanying the storming of Bakhmut. The enemy is launching several narratives aimed at demoralising our society and military." Details: According to her, there are fabricated statements that "Bakhmut allegedly has no strategic meaning and its defence is allegedly a political decision". Maliar said that this statement is false. "The military explained many times the meaning and goals of Bakhmut’s defence. The decision to conduct combat is being made by senior military leadership," she outlined. In addition, the Deputy Defence Minister remarked that the Russians are trying to discredit the military command of eastern fronts. In particular, by posting fake documents allegedly from the headquarters in the east. However, she outlined, the occupiers "demonstrate the 'strength' of the occupiers and the 'weakness' of the defenders with the goal of [demoralisation – ed.], revealing the allegedly known plans for Bakhmut of both warring parties". Background: On 2 March, the UK intelligence predicted that the weather will worsen for moving around the city of Bakhmut, which will probably give an advantage to Ukrainian defenders. In February, General Mark Milley, Chairman of US Joint Chiefs of Staff, predicted that Ukrainian forces will not surrender the city.

Russians intensify information campaign about Bakhmut defence – Ukraine's Deputy Defence Minister

The Russians are spreading statements in the informational space aimed at demoralising Ukrainian society and military regarding the defence of the city of Bakhmut, Donetsk Oblast.Source: Hanna Maliar, Deputy Minister of Defence of Ukraine, on TelegramQuote from Maliar: "Today, there is an over intensification of the Russian information campaign accompanying the storming of Bakhmut. The enemy is launching several narratives aimed at demoralising our society and military." Details: According to her, there are fabricated statements that "Bakhmut allegedly has no strategic meaning and its defence is allegedly a political decision". Maliar said that this statement is false. "The military explained many times the meaning and goals of Bakhmut’s defence. The decision to conduct combat is being made by senior military leadership," she outlined. In addition, the Deputy Defence Minister remarked that the Russians are trying to discredit the military command of eastern fronts. In particular, by posting fake documents allegedly from the headquarters in the east. However, she outlined, the occupiers "demonstrate the 'strength' of the occupiers and the 'weakness' of the defenders with the goal of [demoralisation – ed.], revealing the allegedly known plans for Bakhmut of both warring parties". Background: On X March, the UK intelligence predicted that the weather will worsen for moving around the city of Bakhmut, which will probably give an advantage to Ukrainian defenders. In February, General Mark Milley, Chairman of US Joint Chiefs of Staff, predicted that Ukrainian forces will not surrender the city.

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Agricultural dispute: Brussels prepares new meeting between Ukraine and EU states

The European Commission is planning to hold the next meeting of the coordination platform, which is a gathering to resolve the agricultural crisis with Ukraine, on 28 September. Source: European Pravda, citing Miriam Garcia Ferrer, spokeswoman for the European Commission for Agriculture and Trade, in Brussels Details: The European Commission will finalise its remarks on Ukraine's action plan, presented on Monday during the last meeting of the coordination platform, on Friday, 22 September. "We will send them to Ukraine later so that they can consider them. Based on the exchange of views that we have had so far, which has been very constructive, we see a highly positive way forward," the spokeswoman said. On Friday, the European Commission will send an invitation to all parties to participate in the next meeting of the coordination platform, which will take place next Thursday, she added. "We will invite all relevant member states, and we will have the opportunity to finalise this action plan so that it can come into effect as soon as possible," Ferrer said. Miriam Garcia Ferrer noted that the commission expects all parties, including Poland, to participate in the meeting of the coordination platform. The spokesperson noted that the plan presented by Ukraine will consist of several components. Specifically, Ukraine will share data on exports of the four products at the centre of the trade dispute and possibly a wider list of agricultural products. Ukraine also needs to run information campaigns for Ukrainian exporters about the fragility of the neighbouring EU markets and provide data on the destinations of exported products. The most critical component of the plan, Ferrer said, is a kind of export licence system – the verification and authorisation mechanism that will apply to the export of four types of products. Background: Ukraine has proposed to the European Commission and Poland, Hungary, Slovakia, Bulgaria and Romania an export control plan for four crop groups – wheat, maize, sunflower and rapeseed – to protect their domestic markets. Nevertheless, Poland, Slovakia, and Hungary announced unilateral restrictions on Ukrainian imports, prompting Ukraine to file a complaint against these three countries with the World Trade Organisation. Following the meeting on 20 September, Slovakia announced that it was already studying Ukraine's plan for agricultural exports and considered it potentially acceptable. Slovakia said Ukraine had promised not to file a complaint against Bratislava in the WTO and not to ban imports of Slovak products.

Agricultural dispute: Brussels prepares new meeting between Ukraine and EU states

The European Commission is planning to hold the next meeting of the coordination platform, which is a gathering to resolve the agricultural crisis with Ukraine, on XX September. Source: European Pravda, citing Miriam Garcia Ferrer, spokeswoman for the European Commission for Agriculture and Trade, in Brussels Details: The European Commission will finalise its remarks on Ukraine's action plan, presented on Monday during the last meeting of the coordination platform, on Friday, XX September. "We will send them to Ukraine later so that they can consider them. Based on the exchange of views that we have had so far, which has been very constructive, we see a highly positive way forward," the spokeswoman said. On Friday, the European Commission will send an invitation to all parties to participate in the next meeting of the coordination platform, which will take place next Thursday, she added. "We will invite all relevant member states, and we will have the opportunity to finalise this action plan so that it can come into effect as soon as possible," Ferrer said. Miriam Garcia Ferrer noted that the commission expects all parties, including Poland, to participate in the meeting of the coordination platform. The spokesperson noted that the plan presented by Ukraine will consist of several components. Specifically, Ukraine will share data on exports of the four products at the centre of the trade dispute and possibly a wider list of agricultural products. Ukraine also needs to run information campaigns for Ukrainian exporters about the fragility of the neighbouring EU markets and provide data on the destinations of exported products. The most critical component of the plan, Ferrer said, is a kind of export licence system – the verification and authorisation mechanism that will apply to the export of four types of products. Background: Ukraine has proposed to the European Commission and Poland, Hungary, Slovakia, Bulgaria and Romania an export control plan for four crop groups – wheat, maize, sunflower and rapeseed – to protect their domestic markets. Nevertheless, Poland, Slovakia, and Hungary announced unilateral restrictions on Ukrainian imports, prompting Ukraine to file a complaint against these three countries with the World Trade Organisation. Following the meeting on XX September, Slovakia announced that it was already studying Ukraine's plan for agricultural exports and considered it potentially acceptable. Slovakia said Ukraine had promised not to file a complaint against Bratislava in the WTO and not to ban imports of Slovak products.

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Russian attacks on Sumy Oblast: 88 strikes in 24 hours

During the past day, the Russians carried out 18 attacks on the hromadas [an administrative unit designating a town, village or several villages and their adjacent territories – ed.] of Sumy Oblast, 88 strikes were recorded. Source: Sumy Oblast Military Administration Details: It is noted that the Velyka Pysarivka, Yunakivka, Miropil, Khotyn, Bilopillia, Krasnopil hromadas were attacked. On the territory of Velyka Pysarivka hromada, the Russians launched missiles from a helicopter and deployed mortars (8 strikes). The Yunakivka hromada was attacked from self-propelled guns and mortars (15 strikes). The Russians hit the Miropil hromada with mortars (11 strikes). Mortar attacks were recorded in the Khotin hromada (4 strikes). In addition, Russian forces fired an unguided missile from a helicopter. The Russians fired at the Bilopillia hromada from mortars (12 strikes). They also carried out artillery shelling (10 strikes) and 15 strikes from the automatic grenade launchers. 5 strikes from a mortar were carried out in the Krasnopil hromada.

Russian attacks on Sumy Oblast: XX strikes in XX hours

During the past day, the Russians carried out XX attacks on the hromadas [an administrative unit designating a town, village or several villages and their adjacent territories – ed.] of Sumy Oblast, XX strikes were recorded. Source: Sumy Oblast Military Administration Details: It is noted that the Velyka Pysarivka, Yunakivka, Miropil, Khotyn, Bilopillia, Krasnopil hromadas were attacked. On the territory of Velyka Pysarivka hromada, the Russians launched missiles from a helicopter and deployed mortars (X strikes). The Yunakivka hromada was attacked from self-propelled guns and mortars (XX strikes). The Russians hit the Miropil hromada with mortars (XX strikes). Mortar attacks were recorded in the Khotin hromada (X strikes). In addition, Russian forces fired an unguided missile from a helicopter. The Russians fired at the Bilopillia hromada from mortars (XX strikes). They also carried out artillery shelling (XX strikes) and XX strikes from the automatic grenade launchers. X strikes from a mortar were carried out in the Krasnopil hromada.

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King Charles to Zelenskyy: We've all been worried about you and thinking about your country

During a meeting with Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy, King Charles III said that he was very worried about the president's life and Ukraine as a whole. Source: BBC NewsQuote from Charles III: "We’ve all been worried about you and thinking about your country for so long, I can’t tell you." Details: The media reported that the King told Zelenskyy that he was pleased to welcome him to Buckingham Palace. Zelenskyy said what a "big support" both Houses of Parliament had been to Ukraine, to which the monarch replied, "I'm so glad." Royal correspondent Sean Coughlan believes that for King Charles, the meeting with Zelenskyy was more than a photo shoot. Quote from Coughlan: "It’s been a deeply personal matter. The King has been unusually outspoken about Ukraine, so the president’s visit will mean much more than a handshake and a photo shoot. After the Russian invasion, the then Prince of Wales condemned ‘brutal aggression’ in language much stronger than the usually neutral royal tones."In addition, Charles visited the Ukrainian community in the UK, going to the Ukrainian cathedral in London and meeting those helping refugees. Charles was also the first senior member of the royal family to unexpectedly visit the Ukrainian-Romanian border in May 2022, where millions of Ukrainian refugees were fleeing the Russian attack. At an aid centre where food, clothes and counselling were being distributed, he talked about the "nightmare" the Ukrainian people were facing. Coughlan notes that nine months later, Charles is greeting Ukraine's president as King, and the war is still ongoing. Background: On Wednesday 8 February, President Volodymyr Zelenskyy arrived in the United Kingdom on his second foreign visit since the beginning of the full-scale war with Russia. There he addressed the members of the UK Parliament and met with King Charles III. Zelenskyy and Sunak also visited a military base in Dorset in the South West of England to meet with Ukrainian military personnel being trained by the British Army. Following the visit, British Prime Minister Rishi Sunak hinted that British Challenger 2 tanks will arrive in Ukraine as early as March 2023 and also announced the expansion of the training programme for Ukrainian military personnel.

King Charles to Zelenskyy: We've all been worried about you and thinking about your country

During a meeting with Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy, King Charles III said that he was very worried about the president's life and Ukraine as a whole. Source: BBC NewsQuote from Charles III: "We’ve all been worried about you and thinking about your country for so long, I can’t tell you." Details: The media reported that the King told Zelenskyy that he was pleased to welcome him to Buckingham Palace. Zelenskyy said what a "big support" both Houses of Parliament had been to Ukraine, to which the monarch replied, "I'm so glad." Royal correspondent Sean Coughlan believes that for King Charles, the meeting with Zelenskyy was more than a photo shoot. Quote from Coughlan: "It’s been a deeply personal matter. The King has been unusually outspoken about Ukraine, so the president’s visit will mean much more than a handshake and a photo shoot. After the Russian invasion, the then Prince of Wales condemned ‘brutal aggression’ in language much stronger than the usually neutral royal tones."In addition, Charles visited the Ukrainian community in the UK, going to the Ukrainian cathedral in London and meeting those helping refugees. Charles was also the first senior member of the royal family to unexpectedly visit the Ukrainian-Romanian border in May XXXX, where millions of Ukrainian refugees were fleeing the Russian attack. At an aid centre where food, clothes and counselling were being distributed, he talked about the "nightmare" the Ukrainian people were facing. Coughlan notes that nine months later, Charles is greeting Ukraine's president as King, and the war is still ongoing. Background: On Wednesday X February, President Volodymyr Zelenskyy arrived in the United Kingdom on his second foreign visit since the beginning of the full-scale war with Russia. There he addressed the members of the UK Parliament and met with King Charles III. Zelenskyy and Sunak also visited a military base in Dorset in the South West of England to meet with Ukrainian military personnel being trained by the British Army. Following the visit, British Prime Minister Rishi Sunak hinted that British Challenger X tanks will arrive in Ukraine as early as March XXXX and also announced the expansion of the training programme for Ukrainian military personnel.

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Russian equipment makes strikes on Zaporizhzhia Nuclear Power Plant seem as though coming from Nikopol

KATERYNA TYSHCHENKO – SATURDAY, 13 AUGUST 2022, 17:10 Russian occupying forces have placed several artillery systems on the territory of the Zaporizhzhia Nuclear Power Plant (ZNPP). They are using these systems to fire on the power plant, while making it seem as though the shells come from Nikopol. Source: Anonymous ZNPP engineer in an interview for BBC News Ukraine Quote from the ZNPP engineer: "There is an area on the territory of the plant where heavy metal structures, such as new steam generators, are stored. That’s where the Russian artillery systems are currently placed; they are shelling the ZNPP while making it seem as though it is being hit from Nikopol. I have personally seen the shelling being carried out from this particular area, I saw the projectile being launched and I saw it land. No more than three seconds passed between the launch and the strike. Each of the ZNPP workers saw and heard it. Each of them even knows where [the projectiles] are coming from and where they’re going." Details: The anonymous ZNPP worker believes that such shelling does not endanger the power plant’s critical facilities because Rosatom representatives have closely studied the plant’s layout and are helping adjust the Russian forces’ fire, "they tell them where to aim so that it’s loud but not dangerous". [Rosatom is the Russian state nuclear energy corporation that has been overseeing the ZNPP since it was captured by the Russian forces - ed.] However, the engineer believes that the fact that the Russians are targeting the power lines connecting the ZNPP with Ukraine’s power grid is, in fact, a potential source of danger. The Russians, meanwhile, claim that the attacks on the power lines are carried out by the Ukrainian Armed Forces. Quote from the ZNPP engineer: "The effects of such shelling are not that critical for Ukraine in general, but could be fatal for the ZNPP...We need at least one power unit to work, regardless of which power grid it’s connected to. First of all, this means we’ll have an opportunity to get the other power units working at some point. Second of all, this is a must to prevent a potential nuclear disaster. They know it. But what are they doing? They continue damaging the high-voltage power lines, which connect the ZNPP with Ukraine’s power grid. Meanwhile, they keep saying that ‘if the neo-Nazis from the Ukrainian Armed Forces destroy your last power line, we can offer you help’. What would their ‘help’ entail? They’ll let us ‘connect’ the ZNPP to the Russian-controlled grid via Melitopol and Dzhankoy. If we suddenly ‘hit the zero’, meaning that a blackout occurs, we will need to get power from the ‘outside’ to be able to operate the pumps that cool the spent nuclear fuel. So the Russians are deliberately creating the conditions for a blackout to occur so that they can ‘help’ us. Right now, this appears to be a pretty plausible scenario. Maybe tomorrow, maybe the day after tomorrow, they will have destroyed the last power line." More details: The ZNPP engineer believes that an accident at the ZNPP will be more similar to that at Japan’s Fukushima power plant than to the Chornobyl disaster. "The Fukushima disaster occurred because the earthquake and the tsunami interfered with the [nuclear] reactor’s cooling process. As a result, a steam explosion occurred in an active area, destroying confinement, the hermetic area around the reactor. Radioactive substances leaked. This scenario may as well occur at the ZNPP, but not due to a natural disaster. It will be caused by Russian shelling," he said. He also said that only about a tenth of the entire power plant’s staff are currently working there. "Almost half of the staff left in the last couple of weeks, since the beginning of the [Russian] attacks," he explained. Background: Later, Russians used MLRS to hit the ZNPP; the projectiles hit the area next to one of the units where the nuclear reactor is located. On 6 August, Russian occupiers launched missiles, hitting Enerhodar and the ZNPP site, directly next to the plant’s and the dry storage of spent nuclear fuel. At the UN Security Council session on 11 August, the US indicated that in order to guarantee the ZNPP safety, Russian troops should be withdrawn from that area and let the IAEA experts work there. Serhiy Kyslytsia, Ukraine’s permanent representative in the UN stated that Russia has to let the IAEA-led mission visit the ZNPP, clear the ZNPP facilities of landmines and withdraw the troops and weapons from the plant’s premises. But Vasiliy Nebenzya, Russia’s permanent representative in the UN did not support the offer about creating the demilitarised zone around the ZNPP. Journalists fight on their own frontline. Support Ukrainska Pravda!

Russian equipment makes strikes on Zaporizhzhia Nuclear Power Plant seem as though coming from Nikopol

KATERYNA TYSHCHENKO – SATURDAY, XX AUGUST XXXX, XX:XX Russian occupying forces have placed several artillery systems on the territory of the Zaporizhzhia Nuclear Power Plant (ZNPP). They are using these systems to fire on the power plant, while making it seem as though the shells come from Nikopol. Source: Anonymous ZNPP engineer in an interview for BBC News Ukraine Quote from the ZNPP engineer: "There is an area on the territory of the plant where heavy metal structures, such as new steam generators, are stored. That’s where the Russian artillery systems are currently placed; they are shelling the ZNPP while making it seem as though it is being hit from Nikopol. I have personally seen the shelling being carried out from this particular area, I saw the projectile being launched and I saw it land. No more than three seconds passed between the launch and the strike. Each of the ZNPP workers saw and heard it. Each of them even knows where [the projectiles] are coming from and where they’re going." Details: The anonymous ZNPP worker believes that such shelling does not endanger the power plant’s critical facilities because Rosatom representatives have closely studied the plant’s layout and are helping adjust the Russian forces’ fire, "they tell them where to aim so that it’s loud but not dangerous". [Rosatom is the Russian state nuclear energy corporation that has been overseeing the ZNPP since it was captured by the Russian forces - ed.] However, the engineer believes that the fact that the Russians are targeting the power lines connecting the ZNPP with Ukraine’s power grid is, in fact, a potential source of danger. The Russians, meanwhile, claim that the attacks on the power lines are carried out by the Ukrainian Armed Forces. Quote from the ZNPP engineer: "The effects of such shelling are not that critical for Ukraine in general, but could be fatal for the ZNPP...We need at least one power unit to work, regardless of which power grid it’s connected to. First of all, this means we’ll have an opportunity to get the other power units working at some point. Second of all, this is a must to prevent a potential nuclear disaster. They know it. But what are they doing? They continue damaging the high-voltage power lines, which connect the ZNPP with Ukraine’s power grid. Meanwhile, they keep saying that ‘if the neo-Nazis from the Ukrainian Armed Forces destroy your last power line, we can offer you help’. What would their ‘help’ entail? They’ll let us ‘connect’ the ZNPP to the Russian-controlled grid via Melitopol and Dzhankoy. If we suddenly ‘hit the zero’, meaning that a blackout occurs, we will need to get power from the ‘outside’ to be able to operate the pumps that cool the spent nuclear fuel. So the Russians are deliberately creating the conditions for a blackout to occur so that they can ‘help’ us. Right now, this appears to be a pretty plausible scenario. Maybe tomorrow, maybe the day after tomorrow, they will have destroyed the last power line." More details: The ZNPP engineer believes that an accident at the ZNPP will be more similar to that at Japan’s Fukushima power plant than to the Chornobyl disaster. "The Fukushima disaster occurred because the earthquake and the tsunami interfered with the [nuclear] reactor’s cooling process. As a result, a steam explosion occurred in an active area, destroying confinement, the hermetic area around the reactor. Radioactive substances leaked. This scenario may as well occur at the ZNPP, but not due to a natural disaster. It will be caused by Russian shelling," he said. He also said that only about a tenth of the entire power plant’s staff are currently working there. "Almost half of the staff left in the last couple of weeks, since the beginning of the [Russian] attacks," he explained. Background: Later, Russians used MLRS to hit the ZNPP; the projectiles hit the area next to one of the units where the nuclear reactor is located. On X August, Russian occupiers launched missiles, hitting Enerhodar and the ZNPP site, directly next to the plant’s and the dry storage of spent nuclear fuel. At the UN Security Council session on XX August, the US indicated that in order to guarantee the ZNPP safety, Russian troops should be withdrawn from that area and let the IAEA experts work there. Serhiy Kyslytsia, Ukraine’s permanent representative in the UN stated that Russia has to let the IAEA-led mission visit the ZNPP, clear the ZNPP facilities of landmines and withdraw the troops and weapons from the plant’s premises. But Vasiliy Nebenzya, Russia’s permanent representative in the UN did not support the offer about creating the demilitarised zone around the ZNPP. Journalists fight on their own frontline. Support Ukrainska Pravda!

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More than 250 bodies found at music festival site in Israel after Hamas attack

More than 250 bodies have been found at a music festival in southern Israel that was attacked by Hamas terrorists on Saturday. Source: The Times of Israel Details: A representative of ZAKA, a volunteer group that searches for human remains after terrorist attacks and other disasters, told the media that they have collected more than 250 bodies from the site of a music festival in the south of Israel, which was attacked by Hamas terrorists. Many of the parents of the young people who attended the rave outside Kibbutz Reim have been desperately searching for news of their missing children since Saturday. At the same time, the Embassy of Nepal in Israel confirmed that 10 of its citizens were killed by the Hamas attack on Israel. At the same time, the authorities of the southern city of Sderot suspect that terrorists entered the city and urged the residents not to leave their homes. Meanwhile, the Hamas-controlled Gaza Health Ministry said 413 Palestinians had been killed and another 2,300 injured in Gaza since Saturday in retaliatory strikes by Israel. The Israel Defence Forces said it had killed at least 400 Palestinian terrorists, both in Israel and in strikes in Gaza. Background: The number of people killed in the Hamas attack on Israel has exceeded 700, and more than 2,100 were injured as of the evening of Sunday, 8 October.

More than XXX bodies found at music festival site in Israel after Hamas attack

More than XXX bodies have been found at a music festival in southern Israel that was attacked by Hamas terrorists on Saturday. Source: The Times of Israel Details: A representative of ZAKA, a volunteer group that searches for human remains after terrorist attacks and other disasters, told the media that they have collected more than XXX bodies from the site of a music festival in the south of Israel, which was attacked by Hamas terrorists. Many of the parents of the young people who attended the rave outside Kibbutz Reim have been desperately searching for news of their missing children since Saturday. At the same time, the Embassy of Nepal in Israel confirmed that XX of its citizens were killed by the Hamas attack on Israel. At the same time, the authorities of the southern city of Sderot suspect that terrorists entered the city and urged the residents not to leave their homes. Meanwhile, the Hamas-controlled Gaza Health Ministry said XXX Palestinians had been killed and another X,XXX injured in Gaza since Saturday in retaliatory strikes by Israel. The Israel Defence Forces said it had killed at least XXX Palestinian terrorists, both in Israel and in strikes in Gaza. Background: The number of people killed in the Hamas attack on Israel has exceeded XXX, and more than X,XXX were injured as of the evening of Sunday, X October.

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Russia attacked Sumy Oblast with missiles and explosives from drones: one killed and 4 casualties in a day

On Monday, the Russian military launched missile attacks and dropped explosives from drones on Sumy Oblast; one person was killed and four were injured. Source: Sumy Oblast Military Administration on Telegram Details: The occupiers attacked Bilopillia, Shalyhyne, Krasnopillia, Esman, Znob-Novgorodske and Seredyna-Buda Hromadas. The Sumy Oblast Military Administration reported about 94 strikes from mortars, artillery (MLRS and self-propelled guns), two missile strikes, as well as the dropping of four explosive devices from drones. Znob-Novgorodske Hromada: the Russians launched a missile attack on the village of Znob-Novhorodske, as a result of which one civilian was killed and four people were injured. There was also artillery shelling on the territory of the Hromada: eight attacks from self-propelled guns, and then another 6 from artillery. Esman Hromada: the Russians fired mortars on the outskirts of the village of Bachivsk: seven attacks. As a result, a civilian building and non-residential buildings were damaged. Seredyna-Buda Hromada: the city of Seredyna-Buda was shelled by artillery: four strikes, as a result of which four private residential buildings and a garage were damaged. There was also mortar fire (three attacks) and artillery fire (five attacks) on the territory of the Hromada. Shalyhyne Hromada: the Russians fired artillery. In the morning: 14 arrivals. After 16:00, there was another artillery shelling (SAU – 25 hits), as a result of which the residential building was damaged. Bilopillia Hromada: a grenade attack was carried out (66 attacks). Also, six mortars and six artillery attacks were recorded on the territory of the Hromada. Krasnopillia Hromada: missile attack (one anti-tank guided missile and dropping of four explosive devices from UAVs (VOG type). There was also artillery shelling of the Hromada: eight strikes from MLRS.

Russia attacked Sumy Oblast with missiles and explosives from drones: one killed and X casualties in a day

On Monday, the Russian military launched missile attacks and dropped explosives from drones on Sumy Oblast; one person was killed and four were injured. Source: Sumy Oblast Military Administration on Telegram Details: The occupiers attacked Bilopillia, Shalyhyne, Krasnopillia, Esman, Znob-Novgorodske and Seredyna-Buda Hromadas. The Sumy Oblast Military Administration reported about XX strikes from mortars, artillery (MLRS and self-propelled guns), two missile strikes, as well as the dropping of four explosive devices from drones. Znob-Novgorodske Hromada: the Russians launched a missile attack on the village of Znob-Novhorodske, as a result of which one civilian was killed and four people were injured. There was also artillery shelling on the territory of the Hromada: eight attacks from self-propelled guns, and then another X from artillery. Esman Hromada: the Russians fired mortars on the outskirts of the village of Bachivsk: seven attacks. As a result, a civilian building and non-residential buildings were damaged. Seredyna-Buda Hromada: the city of Seredyna-Buda was shelled by artillery: four strikes, as a result of which four private residential buildings and a garage were damaged. There was also mortar fire (three attacks) and artillery fire (five attacks) on the territory of the Hromada. Shalyhyne Hromada: the Russians fired artillery. In the morning: XX arrivals. After XX:XX, there was another artillery shelling (SAU – XX hits), as a result of which the residential building was damaged. Bilopillia Hromada: a grenade attack was carried out (XX attacks). Also, six mortars and six artillery attacks were recorded on the territory of the Hromada. Krasnopillia Hromada: missile attack (one anti-tank guided missile and dropping of four explosive devices from UAVs (VOG type). There was also artillery shelling of the Hromada: eight strikes from MLRS.

kahovska-ges,zelensky,erdogan

Erdogan offers Zelenskyy to set up commission to investigate Kakhovka power plant explosion

Recep Tayyip Erdoğan, President of Türkiye, held a telephone conversation with Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy on Wednesday, 7 June. Source: European Pravda, with reference to the Office of the President of Türkiye Details: The presidents discussed the latest developments in the war in Ukraine. Erdoğan offered Zelenskyy to set up a commission involving "experts from the warring parties, the UN, and the international community including Türkiye" to conduct a "detailed investigation" into the explosion at the Kakhovka dam. Erdoğan also promised to do everything within his powers with regard to helping Ukraine address the aftermath of the explosion, and proposed using the Black Sea Grain Initiative as a model for talks. "Erdoğan said he would resolutely continue his efforts to establish a just peace, stressing that it will not be possible to prevent humanitarian losses each day the conflicts continue, so the idea of returning to negotiations should prevail" the Office of the President of Türkiye reported. Ukraine has not confirmed the conversation yet. Провів телефонну розмову з Президентом 🇹🇷 Туреччини @RTErdogan. Розповів про гуманітарні та екологічні наслідки російського теракту на Каховській ГЕС, зокрема про ризики для #ЗАЕС, передав список нагальних потреб України для ліквідації лиха. Голос Туреччини важливий, коли йдеться... Background: On the morning of 6 June, Ukraine’s Operational Command Pivden (South) reported that Russian occupation forces had blown up the Kakhovka Hydroelectric Power Plant (HPP). The dam and the power plant's turbine hall were completely destroyed. The hydroelectric power plant is beyond repair. Preliminary forecasts indicate that the reservoir is expected to be drained within the next four days. Skhemy, an investigative reporting project by Radio Liberty, published the first satellite image of the Kakhovka Hydroelectric Power Plant (HPP) that was destroyed by the occupiers. The destruction of the Kakhovka Hydroelectric Power Plant caused an environmental catastrophe. The water from the reservoir has begun to flood towns and villages, and evacuations of local residents from dangerous areas have begun. The blowing up of the dam at the Kakhovka Hydroelectric Power Plant has caused problems with the water supply in the cities of Kryvyi Rih, Marhanets and Nikopol, Dnipropetrovsk Oblast. One week before the Kakhovka Hydroelectric Power Plant was blown up, Russia authorised the non-investigation of accidents at hazardous facilities that occurred because of "military operations" and terrorist attacks. Russia has accused Ukraine of blowing up the Kakhovka HPP. Oleksii Danilov, Secretary of Ukraine’s National Security and Defence Council, said Ukraine was not involved in the explosion. Ukraine’s Prosecutor’s Office is investigating the crime of ecocide with regard to the blowing up of the Kakhovka HPP. Early reports indicate that the Kakhovka Hydroelectric Power Plant was blown up by the 205th Separate Cossack Motor Rifle Brigade of the Russian armed forces. The West was initially hesitant about who was responsible for the disaster, but both the US government and the media are now inclined to believe that Russia deliberately caused it. Ukraine’s Defence Intelligence has evidence that Russian occupation forces used explosives to blow up the Kakhovka hydroelectric power plant.

Erdogan offers Zelenskyy to set up commission to investigate Kakhovka power plant explosion

Recep Tayyip Erdoğan, President of Türkiye, held a telephone conversation with Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy on Wednesday, X June. Source: European Pravda, with reference to the Office of the President of Türkiye Details: The presidents discussed the latest developments in the war in Ukraine. Erdoğan offered Zelenskyy to set up a commission involving "experts from the warring parties, the UN, and the international community including Türkiye" to conduct a "detailed investigation" into the explosion at the Kakhovka dam. Erdoğan also promised to do everything within his powers with regard to helping Ukraine address the aftermath of the explosion, and proposed using the Black Sea Grain Initiative as a model for talks. "Erdoğan said he would resolutely continue his efforts to establish a just peace, stressing that it will not be possible to prevent humanitarian losses each day the conflicts continue, so the idea of returning to negotiations should prevail" the Office of the President of Türkiye reported. Ukraine has not confirmed the conversation yet. Провів телефонну розмову з Президентом 🇹🇷 Туреччини @RTErdogan. Розповів про гуманітарні та екологічні наслідки російського теракту на Каховській ГЕС, зокрема про ризики для #ЗАЕС, передав список нагальних потреб України для ліквідації лиха. Голос Туреччини важливий, коли йдеться... Background: On the morning of X June, Ukraine’s Operational Command Pivden (South) reported that Russian occupation forces had blown up the Kakhovka Hydroelectric Power Plant (HPP). The dam and the power plant's turbine hall were completely destroyed. The hydroelectric power plant is beyond repair. Preliminary forecasts indicate that the reservoir is expected to be drained within the next four days. Skhemy, an investigative reporting project by Radio Liberty, published the first satellite image of the Kakhovka Hydroelectric Power Plant (HPP) that was destroyed by the occupiers. The destruction of the Kakhovka Hydroelectric Power Plant caused an environmental catastrophe. The water from the reservoir has begun to flood towns and villages, and evacuations of local residents from dangerous areas have begun. The blowing up of the dam at the Kakhovka Hydroelectric Power Plant has caused problems with the water supply in the cities of Kryvyi Rih, Marhanets and Nikopol, Dnipropetrovsk Oblast. One week before the Kakhovka Hydroelectric Power Plant was blown up, Russia authorised the non-investigation of accidents at hazardous facilities that occurred because of "military operations" and terrorist attacks. Russia has accused Ukraine of blowing up the Kakhovka HPP. Oleksii Danilov, Secretary of Ukraine’s National Security and Defence Council, said Ukraine was not involved in the explosion. Ukraine’s Prosecutor’s Office is investigating the crime of ecocide with regard to the blowing up of the Kakhovka HPP. Early reports indicate that the Kakhovka Hydroelectric Power Plant was blown up by the XXXth Separate Cossack Motor Rifle Brigade of the Russian armed forces. The West was initially hesitant about who was responsible for the disaster, but both the US government and the media are now inclined to believe that Russia deliberately caused it. Ukraine’s Defence Intelligence has evidence that Russian occupation forces used explosives to blow up the Kakhovka hydroelectric power plant.

krim,vijna,khersonska-oblast

Russian occupation regime in Crimea claims 3 missiles were intercepted on approach to peninsula

Volodymyr Saldo, a Russian collaborator and the so-called "head" of the Russian-occupied part of Kherson Oblast, has claimed that three Ukrainian missiles were intercepted on approach to Crimea over the occupied part of Kherson Oblast on Sunday, 22 October. Source: Volodymyr Saldo on Telegram; RIA Novosti, a pro-Kremlin Russian news outlet Details: Saldo said that the missiles were shot down over the "Henichesk municipal district" in Kherson Oblast between 16:45 and 17:30. RIA Novosti reported that air-raid warnings were issued in the Russian-occupied city of Sevastopol, Crimea, around 16:00. Traffic on the Crimean Bridge was suspended.

Russian occupation regime in Crimea claims X missiles were intercepted on approach to peninsula

Volodymyr Saldo, a Russian collaborator and the so-called "head" of the Russian-occupied part of Kherson Oblast, has claimed that three Ukrainian missiles were intercepted on approach to Crimea over the occupied part of Kherson Oblast on Sunday, XX October. Source: Volodymyr Saldo on Telegram; RIA Novosti, a pro-Kremlin Russian news outlet Details: Saldo said that the missiles were shot down over the "Henichesk municipal district" in Kherson Oblast between XX:XX and XX:XX. RIA Novosti reported that air-raid warnings were issued in the Russian-occupied city of Sevastopol, Crimea, around XX:XX. Traffic on the Crimean Bridge was suspended.

obstril,vijna,nikopol

Russians fire on Nikopol using tubed artillery – District Military Administration

OLHA HLUSHCHENKO — FRIDAY, 19 AUGUST 2022, 03:16 The Russians opened fire on Nikopol using tubed artillery on the night of 18 August. Source: Yevhen Yevtushenko, Head of the Nikopol District Military Administration, on Telegram Quote from Yevtushenko: "The Russian army is shelling the city centre of Nikopol using tubed artillery. Stay in shelters or corridors." Journalists fight on their own frontline. Support Ukrainska Pravda!

Russians fire on Nikopol using tubed artillery – District Military Administration

OLHA HLUSHCHENKO — FRIDAY, XX AUGUST XXXX, XX:XX The Russians opened fire on Nikopol using tubed artillery on the night of XX August. Source: Yevhen Yevtushenko, Head of the Nikopol District Military Administration, on Telegram Quote from Yevtushenko: "The Russian army is shelling the city centre of Nikopol using tubed artillery. Stay in shelters or corridors." Journalists fight on their own frontline. Support Ukrainska Pravda!

okupacia,vijna,ukrajina

Russians bring officials from Novosibirsk to temporarily occupied territories of Ukraine

The Russian occupiers are bringing officials from Siberia to form occupation administrations in the temporarily occupied territories of Ukraine because they cannot find the necessary number of collaborators. Source: National Resistance Center Quote from Resistance: "Russians have a shortage of traitors in the temporarily occupied territories, so they are forced to move their officials to create administrations. So, to create an occupation government in the settlement of Bilovodsk (Luhansk Oblast), the Russians brought 15 officials from Novosibirsk. Now, these people must imitate the ‘people's power’ and glorify the occupation on behalf of the community and establish a repressive machine in the settlement." Details: The National Resistance Center notes that earlier the invaders forcibly took to Luhansk about 30 residents of Bilovodsk, who were suspected of "supporting the Armed Forces of Ukraine". The resistance calls on the local population to leave the temporarily occupied territories before the liberation of the oblast by the Armed Forces of Ukraine.

Russians bring officials from Novosibirsk to temporarily occupied territories of Ukraine

The Russian occupiers are bringing officials from Siberia to form occupation administrations in the temporarily occupied territories of Ukraine because they cannot find the necessary number of collaborators. Source: National Resistance Center Quote from Resistance: "Russians have a shortage of traitors in the temporarily occupied territories, so they are forced to move their officials to create administrations. So, to create an occupation government in the settlement of Bilovodsk (Luhansk Oblast), the Russians brought XX officials from Novosibirsk. Now, these people must imitate the ‘people's power’ and glorify the occupation on behalf of the community and establish a repressive machine in the settlement." Details: The National Resistance Center notes that earlier the invaders forcibly took to Luhansk about XX residents of Bilovodsk, who were suspected of "supporting the Armed Forces of Ukraine". The resistance calls on the local population to leave the temporarily occupied territories before the liberation of the oblast by the Armed Forces of Ukraine.

kherson,propaganda,rosija

Propaganda moles from Russian media prepare new footage in occupied Kherson Oblast

UKRAINSKA PRAVDA — FRIDAY, 19 AUGUST 2022, 12:23 Kremlin-aligned media ‘Russia Today’ prepares new footage in occupied territories of the Kherson region. Source: Yurii Sobolevskyi, First Deputy Chairman of the Kherson Regional Council, on Telegram Quote: "Yesterday, the orcs [Russians – ed.] held a demonstration opening of the Oblast Tavriya TV channel. The channel has been broadcasting for quite some time, but it was necessary to cut the ribbon for the Kaliningrad Oblast governor Anton Alikhanov and several other VIP "guests" while arriving in Kherson. Therefore, the choice fell on this tool of occupation propaganda. There is one thing you need to know about the quality of this channel's news – it is russia today's specialists, who prepare journalists for it." Background: On 18 August, Anton Alikhanov, the head of the Kaliningrad Oblast of Russia, arrived in occupied Kherson on an "official visit". The Russians wrote that Alikhanov took part in the Tavriya TV channel launch.

Propaganda moles from Russian media prepare new footage in occupied Kherson Oblast

UKRAINSKA PRAVDA — FRIDAY, XX AUGUST XXXX, XX:XX Kremlin-aligned media ‘Russia Today’ prepares new footage in occupied territories of the Kherson region. Source: Yurii Sobolevskyi, First Deputy Chairman of the Kherson Regional Council, on Telegram Quote: "Yesterday, the orcs [Russians – ed.] held a demonstration opening of the Oblast Tavriya TV channel. The channel has been broadcasting for quite some time, but it was necessary to cut the ribbon for the Kaliningrad Oblast governor Anton Alikhanov and several other VIP "guests" while arriving in Kherson. Therefore, the choice fell on this tool of occupation propaganda. There is one thing you need to know about the quality of this channel's news – it is russia today's specialists, who prepare journalists for it." Background: On XX August, Anton Alikhanov, the head of the Kaliningrad Oblast of Russia, arrived in occupied Kherson on an "official visit". The Russians wrote that Alikhanov took part in the Tavriya TV channel launch.

rosija,vijna,prigozhyn,kadirov

Kadyrov calls Prigozhin's rebellion "backstabbing", Kadyrovites on their way to save Putin

Ramzan Kadyrov, the head of Chechnia, has said that the actions of Yevgeny Prigozhin, the financier of the Wagner PMC, were a "treason", "a backstabbing" and "a real coup d'etat". He added that his fighters are ready to help the Ministry of Defence of Russia suppress Prigozhin's rebellion. Source: Kadyrov on Telegram Quote: "Friends, the night seemed difficult, and the flights did not give me much time to voice my position here regarding this despicable betrayal! Everything that is happening is backstabbing and a real coup d'etat! I fully support every word of Vladimir Vladimirovich Putin! I appeal to the soldiers, patriots of our Motherland. Do not be provoked. No matter what kind of goals they set for you, no matter what they promise you – the security of the state and the cohesion of Russian society at such a moment are above all else! Look how our enemies in the West are taking advantage of this situation. How many threats, how many lies, how many false appeals that frighten our citizens, create the danger of a destabilising situation. And these are the expected consequences of Prigozhin's treacherous march. What is happening is not an ultimatum to the Ministry of Defence. This is a challenge for the state, and amidst this challenge, it is necessary to rally around the national leader: the military, security forces, governors, and the civilian population. The fighters of the Ministry of Defence and the Russian Guard have already left for the tense zones in the Chechen Republic. We will do everything to preserve the unity of Russia and protect its statehood! The mutiny must be suppressed, and if it takes tough measures, we are ready!". Details: Kadyrov said that war is not the time for arguments in the rear: "The rear must always be calm and reliable. Imagine what the guys in the trenches feel right now, with the enemy in front of their faces and a treacherous adventure behind them." Quote: "History shows that such actions can lead to bloody consequences. Don't we have enough losses in the SVO (special military operation, i.e. the war in Ukraine – ed.)? Do we still have to create problems inside the country? We have a Supreme Commander-in-Chief, elected by the people, who knows the entire situation, every tiny detail, better than any strategist, especially any businessman; he calls the commanders "on the ground" himself and fully controls the course of the SVO. And the Supreme Commander-in-Chief's decisions are taken carefully and scrupulously. Each of us sees only one part of the map, and he sees all at once! And Vladimir Vladimirovich absolutely rightly noted in his address to the nation: this is a military mutiny! There is no justification for such actions." Kadyrov also sent thousands of his fighters to the war in Ukraine. Previously, he criticised Prigozhin because he publicly stated the lack of ammunition. According to him, such problems had to be solved quietly with the Ministry of Defence of the Russian Federation. Background: Wagner Group leader Yevgeny Prigozhin claimed that the regular Russian army had launched a missile strike on the Wagnerites’ rear camps. Prigozhin claimed that Russian Defence Minister Sergei Shoigu had arrived in Rostov, where he personally conducted an operation to wipe out the mercenaries. Prigozhin's 25,000 mercenaries are allegedly going to "restore justice". At the same time, he asked not to call this action a "military coup". Prigozhin added that Shoigu had fled Rostov like a coward and "this creature will be stopped". The Russian Defence Ministry called the information a provocation. Photos and videos of armoured vehicles on the streets of the Russian city of Rostov-on-Don are being posted on Russian social media following Prigozhin’s statement about a de facto declaration of war against the Russian army. Checkpoints have been set up at entrances to Moscow. Prigozhin claimed that his mercenaries had shot down four Russian army helicopters; later, many Telegram channels in Ukraine and Russia reported that an An-26, a Russian Defence Ministry transport aircraft, has been downed. On the morning of 24 June, the headquarters of the Southern Military District in the Russian city of Rostov-on-Don was surrounded by tanks and people in military uniforms, although at the moment, it is not known whether these were Russian army personnel or mercenaries from the Wagner PMC. In an emergency address, Russian President Vladimir Putin said that Russia is "fighting for survival" and Prigozhin’s mercenaries are trying to "organise a rebellion" in the country. On 24 June, Sergey Sobianin, the mayor of Moscow, announced that a counter-terrorism operation (CTO) had been introduced in the capital. On the morning of 24 June, Putin called Alexander Lukashenko, the self-proclaimed president of Belarus, and told him what was happening in Russia.

Kadyrov calls Prigozhin's rebellion "backstabbing", Kadyrovites on their way to save Putin

Ramzan Kadyrov, the head of Chechnia, has said that the actions of Yevgeny Prigozhin, the financier of the Wagner PMC, were a "treason", "a backstabbing" and "a real coup d'etat". He added that his fighters are ready to help the Ministry of Defence of Russia suppress Prigozhin's rebellion. Source: Kadyrov on Telegram Quote: "Friends, the night seemed difficult, and the flights did not give me much time to voice my position here regarding this despicable betrayal! Everything that is happening is backstabbing and a real coup d'etat! I fully support every word of Vladimir Vladimirovich Putin! I appeal to the soldiers, patriots of our Motherland. Do not be provoked. No matter what kind of goals they set for you, no matter what they promise you – the security of the state and the cohesion of Russian society at such a moment are above all else! Look how our enemies in the West are taking advantage of this situation. How many threats, how many lies, how many false appeals that frighten our citizens, create the danger of a destabilising situation. And these are the expected consequences of Prigozhin's treacherous march. What is happening is not an ultimatum to the Ministry of Defence. This is a challenge for the state, and amidst this challenge, it is necessary to rally around the national leader: the military, security forces, governors, and the civilian population. The fighters of the Ministry of Defence and the Russian Guard have already left for the tense zones in the Chechen Republic. We will do everything to preserve the unity of Russia and protect its statehood! The mutiny must be suppressed, and if it takes tough measures, we are ready!". Details: Kadyrov said that war is not the time for arguments in the rear: "The rear must always be calm and reliable. Imagine what the guys in the trenches feel right now, with the enemy in front of their faces and a treacherous adventure behind them." Quote: "History shows that such actions can lead to bloody consequences. Don't we have enough losses in the SVO (special military operation, i.e. the war in Ukraine – ed.)? Do we still have to create problems inside the country? We have a Supreme Commander-in-Chief, elected by the people, who knows the entire situation, every tiny detail, better than any strategist, especially any businessman; he calls the commanders "on the ground" himself and fully controls the course of the SVO. And the Supreme Commander-in-Chief's decisions are taken carefully and scrupulously. Each of us sees only one part of the map, and he sees all at once! And Vladimir Vladimirovich absolutely rightly noted in his address to the nation: this is a military mutiny! There is no justification for such actions." Kadyrov also sent thousands of his fighters to the war in Ukraine. Previously, he criticised Prigozhin because he publicly stated the lack of ammunition. According to him, such problems had to be solved quietly with the Ministry of Defence of the Russian Federation. Background: Wagner Group leader Yevgeny Prigozhin claimed that the regular Russian army had launched a missile strike on the Wagnerites’ rear camps. Prigozhin claimed that Russian Defence Minister Sergei Shoigu had arrived in Rostov, where he personally conducted an operation to wipe out the mercenaries. Prigozhin's XX,XXX mercenaries are allegedly going to "restore justice". At the same time, he asked not to call this action a "military coup". Prigozhin added that Shoigu had fled Rostov like a coward and "this creature will be stopped". The Russian Defence Ministry called the information a provocation. Photos and videos of armoured vehicles on the streets of the Russian city of Rostov-on-Don are being posted on Russian social media following Prigozhin’s statement about a de facto declaration of war against the Russian army. Checkpoints have been set up at entrances to Moscow. Prigozhin claimed that his mercenaries had shot down four Russian army helicopters; later, many Telegram channels in Ukraine and Russia reported that an An-XX, a Russian Defence Ministry transport aircraft, has been downed. On the morning of XX June, the headquarters of the Southern Military District in the Russian city of Rostov-on-Don was surrounded by tanks and people in military uniforms, although at the moment, it is not known whether these were Russian army personnel or mercenaries from the Wagner PMC. In an emergency address, Russian President Vladimir Putin said that Russia is "fighting for survival" and Prigozhin’s mercenaries are trying to "organise a rebellion" in the country. On XX June, Sergey Sobianin, the mayor of Moscow, announced that a counter-terrorism operation (CTO) had been introduced in the capital. On the morning of XX June, Putin called Alexander Lukashenko, the self-proclaimed president of Belarus, and told him what was happening in Russia.

sport,vijna

Ukrainian fencer disqualified from World Cup on threats from Russians after scandal

Ukrainian fencer Olha Kharlan has told Football hub about the threats she received from Russians after refusing to shake hands with her Russian opponent at the World Fencing Championships. Source: Kharlan in a comment to Football hub Quote: "Threats reached me. That country is half the planet’s size, but there’s very few normal people. I can't say I expected this [threats – ed.]. But they sent some messages with photos of killed soldiers. After that, I actually started to worry, because I don't want to see that. They are inhumans. There were messages like ‘die’ or something like that. They tried to call. Many times, using different numbers from different countries." Background: Ukrainian fencer Olha Kharlan was disqualified from the World Fencing Championships in Milan after showing "lack of respect" for her Russian opponent. At the start of the tournament, Kharlan defeated the Russian athlete Anna Smirnova and refused to shake hands after their duel. The disqualification will last 60 days. The International Olympic Committee (IOC) has expressed its solidarity with Ukrainian athletes and called on international federations to be sensitive to competitions between Ukrainian and Russian neutral athletes. Olha Kharlan was automatically allowed to compete in the Olympics in Paris. The executive committee of the International Fencing Federation (FIE) overruled the black card for Kharlan.

Ukrainian fencer disqualified from World Cup on threats from Russians after scandal

Ukrainian fencer Olha Kharlan has told Football hub about the threats she received from Russians after refusing to shake hands with her Russian opponent at the World Fencing Championships. Source: Kharlan in a comment to Football hub Quote: "Threats reached me. That country is half the planet’s size, but there’s very few normal people. I can't say I expected this [threats – ed.]. But they sent some messages with photos of killed soldiers. After that, I actually started to worry, because I don't want to see that. They are inhumans. There were messages like ‘die’ or something like that. They tried to call. Many times, using different numbers from different countries." Background: Ukrainian fencer Olha Kharlan was disqualified from the World Fencing Championships in Milan after showing "lack of respect" for her Russian opponent. At the start of the tournament, Kharlan defeated the Russian athlete Anna Smirnova and refused to shake hands after their duel. The disqualification will last XX days. The International Olympic Committee (IOC) has expressed its solidarity with Ukrainian athletes and called on international federations to be sensitive to competitions between Ukrainian and Russian neutral athletes. Olha Kharlan was automatically allowed to compete in the Olympics in Paris. The executive committee of the International Fencing Federation (FIE) overruled the black card for Kharlan.

okupacia,krim,propaganda

Russians intensify propaganda among young people in Crimea

The Russians are taking measures to strengthen their systemic information and propaganda influence on young people in occupied Crimea. Source: Ukraine’s National Resistance Center with reference to the underground resistance movement in temporarily occupied Crimea Details: The National Resistance Center noted that as part of such events, the Russians held a "forum of young professionals called The Way of Victory.Mirror with the participation of more than 120 students from Russian-controlled universities of the occupied peninsula, as well as representatives of the Russian occupation forces from the Armed Forces, the Ministry of Internal Affairs, the Ministry of Emergencies and the prosecutor's office". The National Resistance Center stressed that the "forum" was organised by the so-called Federal Agency for Youth Affairs of the Russian Federation, and its main goal was to deepen the integration of young people from Crimea into the socio-cultural space of Russia. As a result of the so-called forum, an "interdepartmental council" has been set up to facilitate the implementation of military-patriotic education for young people.

Russians intensify propaganda among young people in Crimea

The Russians are taking measures to strengthen their systemic information and propaganda influence on young people in occupied Crimea. Source: Ukraine’s National Resistance Center with reference to the underground resistance movement in temporarily occupied Crimea Details: The National Resistance Center noted that as part of such events, the Russians held a "forum of young professionals called The Way of Victory.Mirror with the participation of more than XXX students from Russian-controlled universities of the occupied peninsula, as well as representatives of the Russian occupation forces from the Armed Forces, the Ministry of Internal Affairs, the Ministry of Emergencies and the prosecutor's office". The National Resistance Center stressed that the "forum" was organised by the so-called Federal Agency for Youth Affairs of the Russian Federation, and its main goal was to deepen the integration of young people from Crimea into the socio-cultural space of Russia. As a result of the so-called forum, an "interdepartmental council" has been set up to facilitate the implementation of military-patriotic education for young people.

svjatkuvannja,rosija,putin,vijna

Kremlin suspends celebrations of Putin's birthday due to situation on the front

UKRAINSKA PRAVDA – FRIDAY, 7 OCTOBER 2022, 09:15 The Kremlin has deemed it inappropriate to stage celebrations of Russian President Vladimir Putin’s birthday because "it has become clear that now is not an appropriate moment for celebrations". Source: Meduza, a Latvian-based Russian media outlet, citing a source close to the Kremlin Quote: "After the opening of the Ferris wheel it has become clear that it is better not to hold any celebrations, now is not the time. Governors are even considering slashing spending for New Year’s celebrations since no one has any spare funds now. We dispensed with Christmas trees due to the Covid epidemic, we can do away with them now, too." Details: Another Russian source close to the presidential administration, as well as three sources in the administrations of three Russian regions, informed Meduza that they had not received any directives from the Kremlin as to how Putin’s 70th birthday should be celebrated this year. No large-scale events appear to be planned. One of the sources said this was a "healthy decision": "Why would we draw attention to the fact that our president has reached retirement age?" Previously: On 10 September, Russian President Vladimir Putin inaugurated a Ferris wheel in Moscow coinciding timewise with a counteroffensive by the Ukrainian Armed Forces in Kharkiv Oblast. People on Russian social media expressed outrage that celebrations were held in Moscow during the retreat of the Russian Armed Forces, accompanied by losses.

Kremlin suspends celebrations of Putin's birthday due to situation on the front

UKRAINSKA PRAVDA – FRIDAY, X OCTOBER XXXX, XX:XX The Kremlin has deemed it inappropriate to stage celebrations of Russian President Vladimir Putin’s birthday because "it has become clear that now is not an appropriate moment for celebrations". Source: Meduza, a Latvian-based Russian media outlet, citing a source close to the Kremlin Quote: "After the opening of the Ferris wheel it has become clear that it is better not to hold any celebrations, now is not the time. Governors are even considering slashing spending for New Year’s celebrations since no one has any spare funds now. We dispensed with Christmas trees due to the Covid epidemic, we can do away with them now, too." Details: Another Russian source close to the presidential administration, as well as three sources in the administrations of three Russian regions, informed Meduza that they had not received any directives from the Kremlin as to how Putin’s XXth birthday should be celebrated this year. No large-scale events appear to be planned. One of the sources said this was a "healthy decision": "Why would we draw attention to the fact that our president has reached retirement age?" Previously: On XX September, Russian President Vladimir Putin inaugurated a Ferris wheel in Moscow coinciding timewise with a counteroffensive by the Ukrainian Armed Forces in Kharkiv Oblast. People on Russian social media expressed outrage that celebrations were held in Moscow during the retreat of the Russian Armed Forces, accompanied by losses.

kharkiv,vijna

Residents of Kharkiv report more explosions

OLENA ROSHCHINA — THURSDAY, 8 SEPTEMBER 2022, 14:25 Explosions have been heard again in Kharkiv; this is the second time in one day. Source: Suspilne Kharkiv Details: At 14:10, journalists wrote that residents of Kharkiv reported explosions in the southeast of the city. On Thursday morning, the Nemyshlianskyi and Industrialnyi neighborhoods of Kharkiv were attacked. Two people died. On the night of 7-8 September, there was an attack on the Kholodna Hora and Saltivka neighborhoods of the city. In total, in the course of the previous day [8 September], Kharkiv was hit by rockets 5 times.

Residents of Kharkiv report more explosions

OLENA ROSHCHINA — THURSDAY, X SEPTEMBER XXXX, XX:XX Explosions have been heard again in Kharkiv; this is the second time in one day. Source: Suspilne Kharkiv Details: At XX:XX, journalists wrote that residents of Kharkiv reported explosions in the southeast of the city. On Thursday morning, the Nemyshlianskyi and Industrialnyi neighborhoods of Kharkiv were attacked. Two people died. On the night of X-X September, there was an attack on the Kholodna Hora and Saltivka neighborhoods of the city. In total, in the course of the previous day [X September], Kharkiv was hit by rockets X times.

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Only three EU politicians receive New Year greetings from Putin

The Prime Minister of Hungary, Viktor Orbán, and former heads of government Silvio Berlusconi and Gerhard Schröder are the only EU politicians who have received Christmas and New Year's well-wishes from Russian President Vladimir Putin this year. Source: European Pravda referring to the statement of the Kremlin Quote: "Despite the difficult international situation, relations between the countries have maintained a positive trend. The President of Russia also confirmed his intention to continue joint work on topical issues of the bilateral agenda," the greeting to Orbán reads. Details: Along with Orbán, Putin sent warmer messages to Alexander Lukashenko and Aleksandar Vučić, his Belarusian and Serbian counterparts and two of Moscow's closest friends on the European continent. "Thanks to close allied cooperation, Russia and Belarus have withstood the difficulties and trials of the past year with honour, and managed to effectively resist unprecedented political and sanction pressure," the statement said. Russia used Belarus as a base to launch a full-scale invasion of Ukraine in February, and both countries are under international sanctions. Former Italian Prime Minister Silvio Berlusconi, now a senator and member of the coalition led by Giorgia Meloni, also received greetings. Former German Chancellor Gerhard Schröder, who was scandalously removed from his parliamentary post this summer because of his ties to Putin, was also on the greetings list. In 2021, Putin sent his greetings to more than 10 heads of state and government of European countries, including Italy, Germany and France.

Only three EU politicians receive New Year greetings from Putin

The Prime Minister of Hungary, Viktor Orbán, and former heads of government Silvio Berlusconi and Gerhard Schröder are the only EU politicians who have received Christmas and New Year's well-wishes from Russian President Vladimir Putin this year. Source: European Pravda referring to the statement of the Kremlin Quote: "Despite the difficult international situation, relations between the countries have maintained a positive trend. The President of Russia also confirmed his intention to continue joint work on topical issues of the bilateral agenda," the greeting to Orbán reads. Details: Along with Orbán, Putin sent warmer messages to Alexander Lukashenko and Aleksandar Vučić, his Belarusian and Serbian counterparts and two of Moscow's closest friends on the European continent. "Thanks to close allied cooperation, Russia and Belarus have withstood the difficulties and trials of the past year with honour, and managed to effectively resist unprecedented political and sanction pressure," the statement said. Russia used Belarus as a base to launch a full-scale invasion of Ukraine in February, and both countries are under international sanctions. Former Italian Prime Minister Silvio Berlusconi, now a senator and member of the coalition led by Giorgia Meloni, also received greetings. Former German Chancellor Gerhard Schröder, who was scandalously removed from his parliamentary post this summer because of his ties to Putin, was also on the greetings list. In XXXX, Putin sent his greetings to more than XX heads of state and government of European countries, including Italy, Germany and France.

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EU membership: US and EU to help Ukraine reform Accounting Chamber

A workgroup for creating bills aimed at reforming Ukraine’s Accounting Chamber will start working shortly in the Budget Committee of the Verkhovna Rada of Ukraine [the Ukrainian Parliament – ed.]. Representatives from the EU and the US will be involved. Source: press service of the Accounting Chamber of Ukraine Details: The aim for future changes is the issue of transparency and control over the use of European funds. "In accordance with the conclusions of the European Commission concerning Ukraine’s membership application, Ukraine must extend the mandate of the Accounting Chamber and implement all international audit standards," stated Roksolana Pidlasa, a member of the Ukrainian Parliament and Head of the Budget Committee of the Verkhovna Rada of Ukraine. With the same goal, Andrii Maisner, Head of the Accounting Chamber, is at a work meeting in Krakow, Poland, with Gene Dodaro, Head of the US Government Accountability Office (GAO). "The sides will discuss joint conducting of audits by the supreme audit bodies of Ukraine and the US on the issues of reconstruction of Ukraine, protection from Russia’s terrorist attacks, etc.," the Accounting Chamber revealed. Background: In September, the Parliamentary Budget Committee of Ukraine started a competition to select candidates for 11 positions of members of the Accounting Chamber. A year ago, Valerii Patskan, Head of the Accounting Chamber of Ukraine, announced that he had written a resignation letter and stated that the National Anti-Corruption Bureau of Ukraine served him with a notice of suspicion and caused "political intrigues".

EU membership: US and EU to help Ukraine reform Accounting Chamber

A workgroup for creating bills aimed at reforming Ukraine’s Accounting Chamber will start working shortly in the Budget Committee of the Verkhovna Rada of Ukraine [the Ukrainian Parliament – ed.]. Representatives from the EU and the US will be involved. Source: press service of the Accounting Chamber of Ukraine Details: The aim for future changes is the issue of transparency and control over the use of European funds. "In accordance with the conclusions of the European Commission concerning Ukraine’s membership application, Ukraine must extend the mandate of the Accounting Chamber and implement all international audit standards," stated Roksolana Pidlasa, a member of the Ukrainian Parliament and Head of the Budget Committee of the Verkhovna Rada of Ukraine. With the same goal, Andrii Maisner, Head of the Accounting Chamber, is at a work meeting in Krakow, Poland, with Gene Dodaro, Head of the US Government Accountability Office (GAO). "The sides will discuss joint conducting of audits by the supreme audit bodies of Ukraine and the US on the issues of reconstruction of Ukraine, protection from Russia’s terrorist attacks, etc.," the Accounting Chamber revealed. Background: In September, the Parliamentary Budget Committee of Ukraine started a competition to select candidates for XX positions of members of the Accounting Chamber. A year ago, Valerii Patskan, Head of the Accounting Chamber of Ukraine, announced that he had written a resignation letter and stated that the National Anti-Corruption Bureau of Ukraine served him with a notice of suspicion and caused "political intrigues".

sbu,rosija,vijna

Russian invaders ready to put shrapnel into their bodies in order to flee Ukraine - SSU interception

OLENA ROSHCHINA — SATURDAY, 30 APRIL 2022, 15:00 Russian soldiers are so eager to flee the war in Ukraine that they are ready to put shrapnel into their bodies, according to conversations intercepted by the Security Service of Ukraine. Source: Security Service of Ukraine Details: In one of intercepted conversation, a Russian soldier tells his girlfriend or wife that he is ready to break his arm or knock a piece of shrapnel into his leg with a "hammer" so that he would be sent home and will receive compensation for his injuries. The girl replies that then it would be better to shoot himself in the leg. The guy denies this: "I’d have to use a crossbow. That’s impossible!". In another recording, a militant of the so-called "DPR" [self-proclaimed Donetsk People’s Republic] says that the Russians are refusing en masse to go on the offensive near Chornobaivka, causing panic in various ranks of their allies from the occupied territories of Donetsk region.

Russian invaders ready to put shrapnel into their bodies in order to flee Ukraine - SSU interception

OLENA ROSHCHINA — SATURDAY, XX APRIL XXXX, XX:XX Russian soldiers are so eager to flee the war in Ukraine that they are ready to put shrapnel into their bodies, according to conversations intercepted by the Security Service of Ukraine. Source: Security Service of Ukraine Details: In one of intercepted conversation, a Russian soldier tells his girlfriend or wife that he is ready to break his arm or knock a piece of shrapnel into his leg with a "hammer" so that he would be sent home and will receive compensation for his injuries. The girl replies that then it would be better to shoot himself in the leg. The guy denies this: "I’d have to use a crossbow. That’s impossible!". In another recording, a militant of the so-called "DPR" [self-proclaimed Donetsk People’s Republic] says that the Russians are refusing en masse to go on the offensive near Chornobaivka, causing panic in various ranks of their allies from the occupied territories of Donetsk region.

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Ukraine's Foreign Ministry is outraged by UN "celebrating" Russian Language Day after Kakhovka Hydroelectric Power Plant is blown up

The Ministry of Foreign Affairs of Ukraine has responded to a message celebrating Russian Language Day that the United Nations tweeted after it became known that the Kakhovka Hydroelectric Power Plant (HPP) had been blown up by Russian occupying forces. Source: a tweet by Oleh Nikolenko, a representative of Ukraine’s Foreign Ministry, reported by European Pravda "The UN tweets about cultural diversity, ignoring the biggest catastrophe in Europe in decades, caused solely by Russia. Why be silent?" said Nikolenko. Hours after the Russians blew up the dam at the Kakhovka Hydroelectric Power Plant, the UN tweeted about "Russian Language Day". "Tuesday is Russian Language Day. Follow @UnitedNationsRU for updates on the UNʼs work in Russia," the organisation said in the tweet. The UN also retweeted a post by Russian UN representatives that reads: "The Sustainable Development Goals are a common call to action to eradicate poverty, protect the planet and ensure that all people live in peace and prosperity." On the morning of 6 June, Ukraine’s Operational Command Pivden (South) reported that the Russian occupation forces had blown up the Kakhovka Hydroelectric Power Plant (HPP), with the Kherson Oblast Military Administration confirming this information. Oleksandr Prokudin, Head of the Kherson Oblast Military Administration, said the evacuation of the local population from areas at risk has begun. Foreign Minister Dmytro Kuleba called Russia's blowing up of the Kakhovka Hydroelectric Power Plant a heinous war crime and probably the biggest man-made disaster in Europe in recent decades.

Ukraine's Foreign Ministry is outraged by UN "celebrating" Russian Language Day after Kakhovka Hydroelectric Power Plant is blown up

The Ministry of Foreign Affairs of Ukraine has responded to a message celebrating Russian Language Day that the United Nations tweeted after it became known that the Kakhovka Hydroelectric Power Plant (HPP) had been blown up by Russian occupying forces. Source: a tweet by Oleh Nikolenko, a representative of Ukraine’s Foreign Ministry, reported by European Pravda "The UN tweets about cultural diversity, ignoring the biggest catastrophe in Europe in decades, caused solely by Russia. Why be silent?" said Nikolenko. Hours after the Russians blew up the dam at the Kakhovka Hydroelectric Power Plant, the UN tweeted about "Russian Language Day". "Tuesday is Russian Language Day. Follow @UnitedNationsRU for updates on the UNʼs work in Russia," the organisation said in the tweet. The UN also retweeted a post by Russian UN representatives that reads: "The Sustainable Development Goals are a common call to action to eradicate poverty, protect the planet and ensure that all people live in peace and prosperity." On the morning of X June, Ukraine’s Operational Command Pivden (South) reported that the Russian occupation forces had blown up the Kakhovka Hydroelectric Power Plant (HPP), with the Kherson Oblast Military Administration confirming this information. Oleksandr Prokudin, Head of the Kherson Oblast Military Administration, said the evacuation of the local population from areas at risk has begun. Foreign Minister Dmytro Kuleba called Russia's blowing up of the Kakhovka Hydroelectric Power Plant a heinous war crime and probably the biggest man-made disaster in Europe in recent decades.

prikordonna-sluzhba,vijna

Russia-Ukraine war: 310,000 Ukrainians come back from abroad, the majority of them men

VALENTYNA ROMANENKO – WEDNESDAY, 16 MARCH 2022, 13:20 Over 300,000 Ukrainians have come back to Ukraine from abroad since Russia launched a full-scale invasion of Ukraine. Source: Andrii Demchenko, spokesperson for the State Border Guard Service of Ukraine. Details: According to Andrii Demchenko, passenger traffic through the border crossings remains heavy even though it has decreased slightly overall. For instance, earlier passenger flow used to be about 120,000 people a day in both directions, but these days it is approximately 90,000. Passenger traffic at the Ukraine-Moldova border is much lighter. Needless to say, the majority of people are leaving the country. Quote: "In general 2,4 million people, 1,8 million of them Ukrainians, have crossed the border since February 24. At the same time, almost 310,000 Ukrainians have crossed the border into Ukraine over this period. The majority of these are men. We do not record the purpose of their visit, but when talking to the border guards, people say they are coming back to defend the country."

Russia-Ukraine war: XXX,XXX Ukrainians come back from abroad, the majority of them men

VALENTYNA ROMANENKO – WEDNESDAY, XX MARCH XXXX, XX:XX Over XXX,XXX Ukrainians have come back to Ukraine from abroad since Russia launched a full-scale invasion of Ukraine. Source: Andrii Demchenko, spokesperson for the State Border Guard Service of Ukraine. Details: According to Andrii Demchenko, passenger traffic through the border crossings remains heavy even though it has decreased slightly overall. For instance, earlier passenger flow used to be about XXX,XXX people a day in both directions, but these days it is approximately XX,XXX. Passenger traffic at the Ukraine-Moldova border is much lighter. Needless to say, the majority of people are leaving the country. Quote: "In general X,X million people, X,X million of them Ukrainians, have crossed the border since February XX. At the same time, almost XXX,XXX Ukrainians have crossed the border into Ukraine over this period. The majority of these are men. We do not record the purpose of their visit, but when talking to the border guards, people say they are coming back to defend the country."

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Melitopol’s “Gauleiter” resigns after the explosion in the city – media sources

ALONA MAZURENKO — TUESDAY, 31 MAY 2022, 12:46 After the explosion [near the house] of the fake "governor" [Russian-appointed puppet governor] in Melitopol, "Gauleiter" [Russian-appointed puppet governor] Halyna Danylchenko now wants to resign from the post of head of the military-civil administration because she fears for her life. Source: informed source of RIA Melitopol Details: According to our source, Danylchenko reported she was resigning from the post of head of the military/civil administration of Melitopol. She was offered a chance to resign on only one condition – that she surrender to the special services of Ukraine. According to insider information from the media, a car with Danylchenko was moving from the Kvartal shopping centre after another car there blew up on the morning of 30 May. The explosive was a manhole near the Storm Cafe. It was detonated at the time the Mercedes was passing by it and could have been intended for Danylchenko. Background: On 30 May, an explosion erupted in the centre of occupied Melitopol, where the so-called military-civil administration of collaborators is located, as well as the house of the fake "governor" and traitor Yevhen Balytskyi. According to preliminary information, Yevheniia Zaitseva, the niece of "Gauleiter" Balytskyi, was wounded. The occupiers are carefully hiding the names of the wounded. A young man, born in 2001, suffered landmine injuries: open fractures of both shin bones, numerous shrapnel wounds. A young woman, born in 1994, sustained a concussion and shrapnel wounds to the chest.

Melitopol’s “Gauleiter” resigns after the explosion in the city – media sources

ALONA MAZURENKO — TUESDAY, XX MAY XXXX, XX:XX After the explosion [near the house] of the fake "governor" [Russian-appointed puppet governor] in Melitopol, "Gauleiter" [Russian-appointed puppet governor] Halyna Danylchenko now wants to resign from the post of head of the military-civil administration because she fears for her life. Source: informed source of RIA Melitopol Details: According to our source, Danylchenko reported she was resigning from the post of head of the military/civil administration of Melitopol. She was offered a chance to resign on only one condition – that she surrender to the special services of Ukraine. According to insider information from the media, a car with Danylchenko was moving from the Kvartal shopping centre after another car there blew up on the morning of XX May. The explosive was a manhole near the Storm Cafe. It was detonated at the time the Mercedes was passing by it and could have been intended for Danylchenko. Background: On XX May, an explosion erupted in the centre of occupied Melitopol, where the so-called military-civil administration of collaborators is located, as well as the house of the fake "governor" and traitor Yevhen Balytskyi. According to preliminary information, Yevheniia Zaitseva, the niece of "Gauleiter" Balytskyi, was wounded. The occupiers are carefully hiding the names of the wounded. A young man, born in XXXX, suffered landmine injuries: open fractures of both shin bones, numerous shrapnel wounds. A young woman, born in XXXX, sustained a concussion and shrapnel wounds to the chest.

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Russian forces hit village in Kherson Oblast, injuring 4 people, including 5-year-old child

The Russian military attacked the village of Komyshany, Kherson Oblast, on 2 February, injuring four people, including a five-year-old child. Source: press service of Kherson Oblast Military Administration (OMA) Quote: "There are reports of four people injured: two women, a man and a five-year-old boy have been injured by Russian projectile fragments. The child is in moderate condition. All of the victims have been hospitalised in medical institutions where they are being provided with necessary care." Details: Kherson OMA urged the villagers to stay in basements or cellars during Russian attacks.

Russian forces hit village in Kherson Oblast, injuring X people, including X-year-old child

The Russian military attacked the village of Komyshany, Kherson Oblast, on X February, injuring four people, including a five-year-old child. Source: press service of Kherson Oblast Military Administration (OMA) Quote: "There are reports of four people injured: two women, a man and a five-year-old boy have been injured by Russian projectile fragments. The child is in moderate condition. All of the victims have been hospitalised in medical institutions where they are being provided with necessary care." Details: Kherson OMA urged the villagers to stay in basements or cellars during Russian attacks.

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Russians keep advancing on three difficult fronts – General Staff report

Russian occupiers are focusing their efforts on conducting offensive operations on the Lyman, Bakhmut and Avdiivka fronts as of the evening of 4 January. Source: General Staff of the Armed Forces of Ukraine Quote: "The enemy keeps transferring manpower, weapons, military equipment and munitions to the areas of combat actions. Apart from railways, they [the Russians - ed.] are using military transport and civil aircraft... The enemy is focusing its efforts on conducting offensive actions on the Lyman, Bakhmut and Avdiivka fronts, as well as trying to improve its tactical position on the Kupiansk front. They are on the defensive on the Novopavlivka, Zaporizhzhia and Kherson fronts. They are also carrying out engineering equipment work at the positions and placing mines along the left (east) bank of the Dnipro River." Details: Over the past 24 hours, Ukrainian aircraft carried out 17 strikes on clusters of Russian military manpower as well as four attacks on the anti-aircraft missile systems of the invaders. Units of Ukraine’s Rocket Forces and Artillery struck a command post, two clusters of Russian military manpower and equipment and an ammunition storage point. The occupiers carried out three missile strikes on civilian facilities in the city of Kostiantynivka, Donetsk Oblast, and nine airstrikes over the day of 4 January. They also fired 14 times from multiple-launch rocket systems. The situation remains stable on the Volyn, Polissia, Sivershchyna and Slobozhanshchyna fronts. On the Sivershchyna and Slobozhanshchyna fronts, the Russians used tanks, mortars and artillery to attack. On the Kupiansk and Lyman fronts, areas of 15 settlements were attacked with tanks and the entire spectrum of artillery. On the Bakhmut and Avdiivka fronts, areas of more than 30 vicinities came under fire. On the Novopavlivka front, Zolota Nyva, Vuhledar, Mykilski Dachi and Prechystivka settlements in Donetsk Oblast were attacked by the occupiers. On the Zaporizhzhia and Kherson fronts, the invaders fired at the positions of the Ukrainian forces from tanks, mortars, tubed and rocket artillery in areas in and around more than 40 settlements.

Russians keep advancing on three difficult fronts – General Staff report

Russian occupiers are focusing their efforts on conducting offensive operations on the Lyman, Bakhmut and Avdiivka fronts as of the evening of X January. Source: General Staff of the Armed Forces of Ukraine Quote: "The enemy keeps transferring manpower, weapons, military equipment and munitions to the areas of combat actions. Apart from railways, they [the Russians - ed.] are using military transport and civil aircraft... The enemy is focusing its efforts on conducting offensive actions on the Lyman, Bakhmut and Avdiivka fronts, as well as trying to improve its tactical position on the Kupiansk front. They are on the defensive on the Novopavlivka, Zaporizhzhia and Kherson fronts. They are also carrying out engineering equipment work at the positions and placing mines along the left (east) bank of the Dnipro River." Details: Over the past XX hours, Ukrainian aircraft carried out XX strikes on clusters of Russian military manpower as well as four attacks on the anti-aircraft missile systems of the invaders. Units of Ukraine’s Rocket Forces and Artillery struck a command post, two clusters of Russian military manpower and equipment and an ammunition storage point. The occupiers carried out three missile strikes on civilian facilities in the city of Kostiantynivka, Donetsk Oblast, and nine airstrikes over the day of X January. They also fired XX times from multiple-launch rocket systems. The situation remains stable on the Volyn, Polissia, Sivershchyna and Slobozhanshchyna fronts. On the Sivershchyna and Slobozhanshchyna fronts, the Russians used tanks, mortars and artillery to attack. On the Kupiansk and Lyman fronts, areas of XX settlements were attacked with tanks and the entire spectrum of artillery. On the Bakhmut and Avdiivka fronts, areas of more than XX vicinities came under fire. On the Novopavlivka front, Zolota Nyva, Vuhledar, Mykilski Dachi and Prechystivka settlements in Donetsk Oblast were attacked by the occupiers. On the Zaporizhzhia and Kherson fronts, the invaders fired at the positions of the Ukrainian forces from tanks, mortars, tubed and rocket artillery in areas in and around more than XX settlements.

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Melitopol residents hold rally, and demand invaders to release the mayor

VALENTYNA ROMANENKO - SATURDAY, 12 MARCH 2022, 09:40 Residents in the temporarily occupied city of Melitopol in Zaporizhzhia oblast have turned out at a rally, demanding that the invaders release the city's mayor, Ivan Fedorov. Source: Kyrylo Tymoshenko, deputy head of the Presidential Office, on Telegram. Details: According to Tymoshenko, more than 2,000 people marched to the occupied Melitopol district administration building to demand the release of the mayor captured by the invaders. Previously: The deputy head of the Presidential Office, Kyrylo Tymoshenko, reported that Russian occupiers had kidnapped Ivan Fedorov, the mayor of the occupied city of Melitopol. Melitopol residents protest regularly. The invaders are threatening shooting residents for violating the curfew set from 18:00.

Melitopol residents hold rally, and demand invaders to release the mayor

VALENTYNA ROMANENKO - SATURDAY, XX MARCH XXXX, XX:XX Residents in the temporarily occupied city of Melitopol in Zaporizhzhia oblast have turned out at a rally, demanding that the invaders release the city's mayor, Ivan Fedorov. Source: Kyrylo Tymoshenko, deputy head of the Presidential Office, on Telegram. Details: According to Tymoshenko, more than X,XXX people marched to the occupied Melitopol district administration building to demand the release of the mayor captured by the invaders. Previously: The deputy head of the Presidential Office, Kyrylo Tymoshenko, reported that Russian occupiers had kidnapped Ivan Fedorov, the mayor of the occupied city of Melitopol. Melitopol residents protest regularly. The invaders are threatening shooting residents for violating the curfew set from XX:XX.

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Programs for tracking users of online messengers created at request of Russian authorities – The New York Times

Russia is developing the production of new digital means of monitoring users on Telegram, WhatsApp and Signal messenger apps to suppress internal opposition to the war against Ukraine. Source: The New York Times, citing its sources Details: The publication notes that it received "hundreds of files from a person with access to the internal records." About 40 of these detailed the surveillance tools. Quote: "To aid an internal crackdown, Russian authorities had amassed an arsenal of technologies to track the online lives of citizens. After it invaded Ukraine, its demand grew for more surveillance tools. That helped stoke a cottage industry of tech contractors, which built products that have become a powerful — and novel — means of digital surveillance. The technologies have given the police and Russia’s Federal Security Service, better known as the F.S.B., access to a buffet of snooping capabilities focused on the day-to-day use of phones and websites. The tools offer ways to track certain kinds of activity on encrypted apps like WhatsApp and Signal, monitor the locations of phones, identify anonymous social media users and break into people’s accounts." Details: The publication writes that Russian dictator Vladimir Putin is increasingly relying on technology to gain political power, as Russia faces military setbacks in Ukraine, painful economic sanctions and ruptures in the leadership after the attempted rebellion of the Wagner Private Military Company. Russian digital rights activist Alena Popova says that people have become extremely paranoid as a result, since one can never be sure if a communication with someone in Russia is secure. The authorities have very aggressive traffic monitoring. According to her, previously they only used it with political activists, but now it affects everybody who voices opposition to the Russian war in Ukraine. In particular, the Citadel group of companies, which was once partially controlled by Russian businessman Alisher Usmanov, is developing these technologies for surveillance. According to the US State Department, Citadel has bought many of Russia's largest manufacturers of digital listening equipment and controls 60 to 80% of the telecommunications monitoring technology market. The United States announced sanctions against the Citadel and its current owner Anton Cherepennikov in February. MFI Soft, Vas Experts and Protei are also involved in the creation of telecommunication listening systems and more advanced tools for the intelligence services of the Russian Federation. In particular, one of the MFI Soft programs, which is a subsidiary of Citadel, NetBeholder, can detect when people make voice calls or send files through encrypted chat applications such as Telegram, Signal and WhatsApp. The program cannot intercept specific messages, but can determine whether someone is using several phones, make a map of the communication network, tracking communication with others, as well as where certain phones were on a certain day. With full access to information about subscribers of the telecommunications network, the NetBeholder system can also determine which region of Russia each user comes from or which country a foreigner came from. Another product may collect passwords entered on unencrypted websites. Protei offers products that provide transcription of intercepted phone calls into voice text, as well as tools for detecting "suspicious behaviour," as indicated in one of the documents. Citadel and Protei did not respond to NYT requests for comment. VAS experts said that the need for their tools has "increased due to the complex geopolitical situation" and the number of threats within Russia. The company said it "develops telecom products which include tools for lawful interception and which are used by FSB officers who fight against terrorism," adding that if the technology "will save at least one life and people's well-being then we work for a reason." The publication notes that now the Russian special services are able to track conversations even in encrypted messaging applications. The same NetBeholder can pinpoint when someone is sending a file or making a voice call on encrypted apps like WhatsApp, Signal or Telegram. This gives the FSB access to important metadata − general communication information, such as who is talking to whom, when and where, and whether a file is attached to a message. Developers of Signal, Telegram and WhatsApp reported that they have few protection mechanisms against such surveillance. But there is a possibility to encrypt messages, as well as functions that help complicate the identification and tracking of traffic in the messenger app. The outlet writes that Russian developers have attempted to sell their technology for surveillance in Eastern Europe, Central Asia, as well as in Africa, the Middle East and South America.

Programs for tracking users of online messengers created at request of Russian authorities – The New York Times

Russia is developing the production of new digital means of monitoring users on Telegram, WhatsApp and Signal messenger apps to suppress internal opposition to the war against Ukraine. Source: The New York Times, citing its sources Details: The publication notes that it received "hundreds of files from a person with access to the internal records." About XX of these detailed the surveillance tools. Quote: "To aid an internal crackdown, Russian authorities had amassed an arsenal of technologies to track the online lives of citizens. After it invaded Ukraine, its demand grew for more surveillance tools. That helped stoke a cottage industry of tech contractors, which built products that have become a powerful — and novel — means of digital surveillance. The technologies have given the police and Russia’s Federal Security Service, better known as the F.S.B., access to a buffet of snooping capabilities focused on the day-to-day use of phones and websites. The tools offer ways to track certain kinds of activity on encrypted apps like WhatsApp and Signal, monitor the locations of phones, identify anonymous social media users and break into people’s accounts." Details: The publication writes that Russian dictator Vladimir Putin is increasingly relying on technology to gain political power, as Russia faces military setbacks in Ukraine, painful economic sanctions and ruptures in the leadership after the attempted rebellion of the Wagner Private Military Company. Russian digital rights activist Alena Popova says that people have become extremely paranoid as a result, since one can never be sure if a communication with someone in Russia is secure. The authorities have very aggressive traffic monitoring. According to her, previously they only used it with political activists, but now it affects everybody who voices opposition to the Russian war in Ukraine. In particular, the Citadel group of companies, which was once partially controlled by Russian businessman Alisher Usmanov, is developing these technologies for surveillance. According to the US State Department, Citadel has bought many of Russia's largest manufacturers of digital listening equipment and controls XX to XX% of the telecommunications monitoring technology market. The United States announced sanctions against the Citadel and its current owner Anton Cherepennikov in February. MFI Soft, Vas Experts and Protei are also involved in the creation of telecommunication listening systems and more advanced tools for the intelligence services of the Russian Federation. In particular, one of the MFI Soft programs, which is a subsidiary of Citadel, NetBeholder, can detect when people make voice calls or send files through encrypted chat applications such as Telegram, Signal and WhatsApp. The program cannot intercept specific messages, but can determine whether someone is using several phones, make a map of the communication network, tracking communication with others, as well as where certain phones were on a certain day. With full access to information about subscribers of the telecommunications network, the NetBeholder system can also determine which region of Russia each user comes from or which country a foreigner came from. Another product may collect passwords entered on unencrypted websites. Protei offers products that provide transcription of intercepted phone calls into voice text, as well as tools for detecting "suspicious behaviour," as indicated in one of the documents. Citadel and Protei did not respond to NYT requests for comment. VAS experts said that the need for their tools has "increased due to the complex geopolitical situation" and the number of threats within Russia. The company said it "develops telecom products which include tools for lawful interception and which are used by FSB officers who fight against terrorism," adding that if the technology "will save at least one life and people's well-being then we work for a reason." The publication notes that now the Russian special services are able to track conversations even in encrypted messaging applications. The same NetBeholder can pinpoint when someone is sending a file or making a voice call on encrypted apps like WhatsApp, Signal or Telegram. This gives the FSB access to important metadata − general communication information, such as who is talking to whom, when and where, and whether a file is attached to a message. Developers of Signal, Telegram and WhatsApp reported that they have few protection mechanisms against such surveillance. But there is a possibility to encrypt messages, as well as functions that help complicate the identification and tracking of traffic in the messenger app. The outlet writes that Russian developers have attempted to sell their technology for surveillance in Eastern Europe, Central Asia, as well as in Africa, the Middle East and South America.

donetsk-region,vijna

Russian troops wound 6 civilians in Donetsk Region on 9 May

Kateryna Tyshchenko – Monday, 9 May 2022, 20:14 On Monday, 9 May, 6 civilians were wounded in Russian shelling of Donetsk Region. Source: Pavlo Kyrylenko, Head of Donetsk Regional Military Administration, on Telegram Quote from Kyrylenko: "On 9 May, 6 civilian residents of Donetsk Region sustained injuries in Russian shelling." Details: Kyrylenko also reported that information has been confirmed about 11 people who were killed in Yampil between 23 and 28 April. He noted that it is still impossible to confirm the number of casualties in Mariupol and Volnovakha.

Russian troops wound X civilians in Donetsk Region on X May

Kateryna Tyshchenko – Monday, X May XXXX, XX:XX On Monday, X May, X civilians were wounded in Russian shelling of Donetsk Region. Source: Pavlo Kyrylenko, Head of Donetsk Regional Military Administration, on Telegram Quote from Kyrylenko: "On X May, X civilian residents of Donetsk Region sustained injuries in Russian shelling." Details: Kyrylenko also reported that information has been confirmed about XX people who were killed in Yampil between XX and XX April. He noted that it is still impossible to confirm the number of casualties in Mariupol and Volnovakha.

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Belarusian media: Russian soldiers are regularly brought to the radiation medical centre

Wednesday 30, 2022, 21:30 Russian soldiers are regularly brought to the Republican Scientific and Practical Centre for Radiation Medicine and Human Ecology. Source: Belaruski Gayun Verbatim: "About 7 medical PAZ buses have arrived at the Republican Scientific and Practical Centre for Radiation Medicine and Human Ecology in Gomel.The photo demonstrates that there are people in the cars. It should be noted that Russian soldiers are brought to this centre on a regular basis." Background: ‘Energoatom’ reports that the Russian invaders are exposed to significant external and internal radiation in Chornobyl Exclusion Zone. On March 26, Ukrainian Ministry of Ecology and Natural Resources announced that 31 fires with a total area of 10,111 hectares had been detected in the exclusion zone near Chornobyl nuclear power plant, and radioactive contamination was increasing.

Belarusian media: Russian soldiers are regularly brought to the radiation medical centre

Wednesday XX, XXXX, XX:XX Russian soldiers are regularly brought to the Republican Scientific and Practical Centre for Radiation Medicine and Human Ecology. Source: Belaruski Gayun Verbatim: "About X medical PAZ buses have arrived at the Republican Scientific and Practical Centre for Radiation Medicine and Human Ecology in Gomel.The photo demonstrates that there are people in the cars. It should be noted that Russian soldiers are brought to this centre on a regular basis." Background: ‘Energoatom’ reports that the Russian invaders are exposed to significant external and internal radiation in Chornobyl Exclusion Zone. On March XX, Ukrainian Ministry of Ecology and Natural Resources announced that XX fires with a total area of XX,XXX hectares had been detected in the exclusion zone near Chornobyl nuclear power plant, and radioactive contamination was increasing.

kherson,aktsiji

Russian troops used gas grenades against Kherson residents gathered to protest occupation

Valentyna Romanenko – 27 Sunday March 2022, 14:44 Residents of the Russian-occupied city of Kherson once again gathered to protest. Source: Most [Bridge] news service, citing Kherson residents’ Facebook posts Details: People who gathered in Kherson’s Ploshcha Svobody [Freedom Square] have been deterred by neither recent kidnappings nor the use of weapons by the Russian troops against civilians. Eyewitnesses report that the occupiers used loudspeakers to warn those who gathered in the square that protests were banned, but people have continued demonstrating to the aggressor that they are not afraid, shouting anti-Putin slogans and chanting "Kherson is Ukraine!" In response, the Russian military began firing and using gas grenades. People report that, unfortunately, there are victims: one of the rally participants was injured in the leg. However, people are not dispersing; they are currently gathered on Myrnyi [Peaceful] Boulevard.

Russian troops used gas grenades against Kherson residents gathered to protest occupation

Valentyna Romanenko – XX Sunday March XXXX, XX:XX Residents of the Russian-occupied city of Kherson once again gathered to protest. Source: Most [Bridge] news service, citing Kherson residents’ Facebook posts Details: People who gathered in Kherson’s Ploshcha Svobody [Freedom Square] have been deterred by neither recent kidnappings nor the use of weapons by the Russian troops against civilians. Eyewitnesses report that the occupiers used loudspeakers to warn those who gathered in the square that protests were banned, but people have continued demonstrating to the aggressor that they are not afraid, shouting anti-Putin slogans and chanting "Kherson is Ukraine!" In response, the Russian military began firing and using gas grenades. People report that, unfortunately, there are victims: one of the rally participants was injured in the leg. However, people are not dispersing; they are currently gathered on Myrnyi [Peaceful] Boulevard.

vijna,zhertvi,khersonska-oblast

Russians attack Kherson Oblast 59 times over one day killing 3 people

The Russian invaders fired 59 times on Kherson Oblast over the past day, firing five projectiles at the city of Kherson itself, killing three people and wounding eight more. Source: Oleksandr Prokudin, Head of Kherson Oblast Military Administration, on Telegram Quote: "Over the past day, the enemy launched 59 attacks, firing 244 projectiles from mortars, artillery, Grad [MLRS – ed.], UAVs and aircraft. The enemy fired five projectiles at the city of Kherson." Details: Prokudin said that the Russian military hit residential neighbourhoods in the oblast’s settlements, a garage cooperative in Kherson, and an educational institution building in Beryslav district. He said that three people were killed and eight others were wounded in the attacks.

Russians attack Kherson Oblast XX times over one day killing X people

The Russian invaders fired XX times on Kherson Oblast over the past day, firing five projectiles at the city of Kherson itself, killing three people and wounding eight more. Source: Oleksandr Prokudin, Head of Kherson Oblast Military Administration, on Telegram Quote: "Over the past day, the enemy launched XX attacks, firing XXX projectiles from mortars, artillery, Grad [MLRS – ed.], UAVs and aircraft. The enemy fired five projectiles at the city of Kherson." Details: Prokudin said that the Russian military hit residential neighbourhoods in the oblast’s settlements, a garage cooperative in Kherson, and an educational institution building in Beryslav district. He said that three people were killed and eight others were wounded in the attacks.

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Von der Leyen outlines framework of just peace in Ukraine

Ursula von der Leyen, President of the European Commission, has outlined how she sees a just peace for Ukraine. Source: Ursula von der Leyen at the GLOBSEC 2023 Bratislava Forum, as reported by European Pravda Details: Von der Leyen noted that many [countries – ed.] are discussing various peace plans and a ceasefire in Ukraine today. Quote: "Above all, there must be one principle: nothing about Ukraine without Ukraine. So, together with Ukraine, we want a just peace, one that does not reward the aggressor, but one that upholds the principles of the UN Charter and the Ukrainian people’s right to be the master of their own future," said the president of the European Commission. She emphasised that the ceasefire will lead to a frozen conflict and will not bring lasting peace. "After all, the ceasefire was emplaced after 2014, and we know what happened to that agreement last February when Russia invaded Ukraine. A ceasefire would be inherently unstable and destabilise the region along the contact line. Nobody would invest or rebuild, and the conflict could flare up again at any time," she added. A just peace must end with the withdrawal of the Russian troops and their equipment from the territory of Ukraine, von der Leyen is convinced. "President Zelenskyy has come forward with the Peace Formula that we wholeheartedly support. Everyone of its ten points is based on the UN Charter or UN resolutions. And he has invited countries around the world to join in and to build on the Peace Formula. So that our starting point for peace is the rules based order," the president of the European Commission said. Background: Ukraine calls on the world to focus on adopting and implementing the country’s own peace plan – the peace formula announced in November 2022, instead of producing many alternatives.

Von der Leyen outlines framework of just peace in Ukraine

Ursula von der Leyen, President of the European Commission, has outlined how she sees a just peace for Ukraine. Source: Ursula von der Leyen at the GLOBSEC XXXX Bratislava Forum, as reported by European Pravda Details: Von der Leyen noted that many [countries – ed.] are discussing various peace plans and a ceasefire in Ukraine today. Quote: "Above all, there must be one principle: nothing about Ukraine without Ukraine. So, together with Ukraine, we want a just peace, one that does not reward the aggressor, but one that upholds the principles of the UN Charter and the Ukrainian people’s right to be the master of their own future," said the president of the European Commission. She emphasised that the ceasefire will lead to a frozen conflict and will not bring lasting peace. "After all, the ceasefire was emplaced after XXXX, and we know what happened to that agreement last February when Russia invaded Ukraine. A ceasefire would be inherently unstable and destabilise the region along the contact line. Nobody would invest or rebuild, and the conflict could flare up again at any time," she added. A just peace must end with the withdrawal of the Russian troops and their equipment from the territory of Ukraine, von der Leyen is convinced. "President Zelenskyy has come forward with the Peace Formula that we wholeheartedly support. Everyone of its ten points is based on the UN Charter or UN resolutions. And he has invited countries around the world to join in and to build on the Peace Formula. So that our starting point for peace is the rules based order," the president of the European Commission said. Background: Ukraine calls on the world to focus on adopting and implementing the country’s own peace plan – the peace formula announced in November XXXX, instead of producing many alternatives.

5490438fa2cef,klichko,kijiv

Klychko has not ruled out a full blackout and is asking people to stock up and make arrangements with relatives

Vitalii Klychko, Mayor of Kyiv, has not ruled out a complete blackout in Kyiv with no electricity, heating, water or communications. He is calling on Kyiv residents to stock up on essentials and consider temporarily moving out of the city. Source: Klychko on a 24-hour news broadcast Details: The presenter asked the mayor if he was considering the possibility of a full blackout in Kyiv with no electricity, water, heating or communications. Quote from Klychko: "We are doing all we can to prevent this from happening. But let's be honest: our enemies are doing all they can to ensure that the city has no heat, no electricity, no water, and for all of us to be dead. And the future of this country, and the future of each one of us, depends on how prepared we are for different situations.... We are not ruling it out. We run through different scenarios in order to survive, to be prepared." More details: Klychko urged Kyiv residents to keep stocks of drinking and industrial water, charged batteries, food supplies and warm clothes in their homes. The mayor recalled that about a thousand warming centres are planned to be deployed in Kyiv, but noted that this may not be enough for a three-million-strong city. "That's not enough. So I’m also asking people – in a bad scenario, if we don’t have electricity or water, and if you have relatives or friends in the suburbs of Kyiv who have a separate water supply, a stove and heating, plan to stay there temporarily. Please make arrangements so that in the event of a bad scenario, you can stay with your friends or acquaintances for a while," Klychko urged. He noted that in the event of an emergency, additional information on the location of warming centres and water dispensers will be displayed in the entrances of apartment buildings in Kyiv. The mayor also urged Kyiv residents to find out in advance where these are located. "Regarding what is happening today in Ukraine, in the city of Kiev, I can clearly say: this is not a war, this is terrorism, this is genocide. Putin doesn't need us Ukrainians: he needs territory, he needs Ukraine without us. His task is for us to die, to freeze, or to go somewhere else and leave him our land," Klychko said. At the same time, he encouraged people "not to be pessimistic". "We are openly talking about different scenarios and even the worst-case scenario, for which we need to be prepared. We will do everything in our power to prevent such a scenario from happening. But we cannot guarantee this 100%, so we model different situations and each of us must be prepared for this," the mayor stressed. Вackground: Vitalii Klychko, the Mayor of Kyiv, said on November 1 that Kyiv is preparing to set up about 1,000 warming centres for city residents in case of emergency in winter. The Kyiv City Administration published photos of a few such centres and reported that they have been equipped with heat, lighting, bathrooms, dining rooms, places for rest, banks of warm clothes and warm blankets. Visitors will have access to news and up-to-date information about the city, as well as psychological support.

Klychko has not ruled out a full blackout and is asking people to stock up and make arrangements with relatives

Vitalii Klychko, Mayor of Kyiv, has not ruled out a complete blackout in Kyiv with no electricity, heating, water or communications. He is calling on Kyiv residents to stock up on essentials and consider temporarily moving out of the city. Source: Klychko on a XX-hour news broadcast Details: The presenter asked the mayor if he was considering the possibility of a full blackout in Kyiv with no electricity, water, heating or communications. Quote from Klychko: "We are doing all we can to prevent this from happening. But let's be honest: our enemies are doing all they can to ensure that the city has no heat, no electricity, no water, and for all of us to be dead. And the future of this country, and the future of each one of us, depends on how prepared we are for different situations.... We are not ruling it out. We run through different scenarios in order to survive, to be prepared." More details: Klychko urged Kyiv residents to keep stocks of drinking and industrial water, charged batteries, food supplies and warm clothes in their homes. The mayor recalled that about a thousand warming centres are planned to be deployed in Kyiv, but noted that this may not be enough for a three-million-strong city. "That's not enough. So I’m also asking people – in a bad scenario, if we don’t have electricity or water, and if you have relatives or friends in the suburbs of Kyiv who have a separate water supply, a stove and heating, plan to stay there temporarily. Please make arrangements so that in the event of a bad scenario, you can stay with your friends or acquaintances for a while," Klychko urged. He noted that in the event of an emergency, additional information on the location of warming centres and water dispensers will be displayed in the entrances of apartment buildings in Kyiv. The mayor also urged Kyiv residents to find out in advance where these are located. "Regarding what is happening today in Ukraine, in the city of Kiev, I can clearly say: this is not a war, this is terrorism, this is genocide. Putin doesn't need us Ukrainians: he needs territory, he needs Ukraine without us. His task is for us to die, to freeze, or to go somewhere else and leave him our land," Klychko said. At the same time, he encouraged people "not to be pessimistic". "We are openly talking about different scenarios and even the worst-case scenario, for which we need to be prepared. We will do everything in our power to prevent such a scenario from happening. But we cannot guarantee this XXX%, so we model different situations and each of us must be prepared for this," the mayor stressed. Вackground: Vitalii Klychko, the Mayor of Kyiv, said on November X that Kyiv is preparing to set up about X,XXX warming centres for city residents in case of emergency in winter. The Kyiv City Administration published photos of a few such centres and reported that they have been equipped with heat, lighting, bathrooms, dining rooms, places for rest, banks of warm clothes and warm blankets. Visitors will have access to news and up-to-date information about the city, as well as psychological support.

vijna

Five diplomatic missions in Ukraine came under fire from the invaders

OLHA GLUSHCHENKO - FRIDAY, 11 MARCH 2022, 03:45 Since the beginning of the war, the Russian invaders have been shelling the building of the Greek Consulate General and the office of the OSCE Special Monitoring Mission in Mariupol, as well as the honorary consulates of Slovenia, Azerbaijan and Albania in Kharkiv. Source: Yevhen Tsymbalyuk,Permanent Representative of Ukraine to International Organisations in Vienna, at the meeting of the OSCE Permanent Council, quoted by Ukrinform Quote: "It seems that Russia also wants to ‘liberate’ Ukraine from diplomatic missions. In just a few days, Russian missile and air strikes have damaged the building of the Greek Consulate General and the office of the OSCE Special Monitoring Mission in Mariupol. The honorary consulates of Slovenia, Azerbaijan and Albania in Kharkiv were also destroyed. " Details: In his speech, the Ukrainian Ambassador also drew the attention of OSCE Member States to Russia's acts of nuclear terrorism and the seizure of Ukrainian nuclear power plants. "The only power grid that feeds the Chernobyl Nuclear Power Plant and all its nuclear facilities has been damaged. The situation is becoming extremely dangerous. Putin's barbaric war is threatening the whole of Europe. He must be stopped!" stressed the diplomat.

Five diplomatic missions in Ukraine came under fire from the invaders

OLHA GLUSHCHENKO - FRIDAY, XX MARCH XXXX, XX:XX Since the beginning of the war, the Russian invaders have been shelling the building of the Greek Consulate General and the office of the OSCE Special Monitoring Mission in Mariupol, as well as the honorary consulates of Slovenia, Azerbaijan and Albania in Kharkiv. Source: Yevhen Tsymbalyuk,Permanent Representative of Ukraine to International Organisations in Vienna, at the meeting of the OSCE Permanent Council, quoted by Ukrinform Quote: "It seems that Russia also wants to ‘liberate’ Ukraine from diplomatic missions. In just a few days, Russian missile and air strikes have damaged the building of the Greek Consulate General and the office of the OSCE Special Monitoring Mission in Mariupol. The honorary consulates of Slovenia, Azerbaijan and Albania in Kharkiv were also destroyed. " Details: In his speech, the Ukrainian Ambassador also drew the attention of OSCE Member States to Russia's acts of nuclear terrorism and the seizure of Ukrainian nuclear power plants. "The only power grid that feeds the Chernobyl Nuclear Power Plant and all its nuclear facilities has been damaged. The situation is becoming extremely dangerous. Putin's barbaric war is threatening the whole of Europe. He must be stopped!" stressed the diplomat.

reznikov,rosija,vijna,jaderna-zbroja

Ukraine’s Defence Minister assesses risk of nuclear strike by Russia

OLHA HLUSHCHENKO— WEDNESDAY, 26 OCTOBER 2022, 02:38 Oleksii Reznikov, Minister of Defence of Ukraine, has expressed his doubts that Russia is going to launch a nuclear attack "right now". Source: Reznikov in an interview with Politico Quote: "You know, when your neighbour has this kind of madness, you have to understand that there are risks [of using nuclear weapons - ed.], but for me personally it’s not such an imminent risk right now because I’m not sure - and I think that Russians are not sure - that they are technically prepared to do it." Details: Reznikov has also questioned which targets Russia could potentially strike as he says that any use of nuclear weapons on the battlefield will affect the Russian troops in that region as well. Previously: Oleksii Reznikov, Ukraine’s Defence Minister, is convinced that Ukraine will receive Western tanks and fighter jets in order to oust the Russia forces. Reznikov suggests that Washington has to be the leader on this issue, and their allies will follow.

Ukraine’s Defence Minister assesses risk of nuclear strike by Russia

OLHA HLUSHCHENKO— WEDNESDAY, XX OCTOBER XXXX, XX:XX Oleksii Reznikov, Minister of Defence of Ukraine, has expressed his doubts that Russia is going to launch a nuclear attack "right now". Source: Reznikov in an interview with Politico Quote: "You know, when your neighbour has this kind of madness, you have to understand that there are risks [of using nuclear weapons - ed.], but for me personally it’s not such an imminent risk right now because I’m not sure - and I think that Russians are not sure - that they are technically prepared to do it." Details: Reznikov has also questioned which targets Russia could potentially strike as he says that any use of nuclear weapons on the battlefield will affect the Russian troops in that region as well. Previously: Oleksii Reznikov, Ukraine’s Defence Minister, is convinced that Ukraine will receive Western tanks and fighter jets in order to oust the Russia forces. Reznikov suggests that Washington has to be the leader on this issue, and their allies will follow.

rosija,vijna,ukrajina

Invaders have lost 17,500 troops

IRYNA BALACHUK - THURSDAY, 31 MARCH 2022, 09:32 In 35 days of war, Russia has lost some 17,500 troops, over 600 tanks, 135 aircraft and over 1,700 armoured combat vehicles in Ukraine. Source: Armed Forces of Ukraine General Staff on Facebook Details: Total Russian combat losses from 24 February to 31 March are estimated to be: Personnel - about 17,500 Tanks - 614 units Armoured combat vehicles - 1,735 units Artillery systems - 311 units MLRS systems - 96 units Air Defence systems - 54 units Aircraft - 135 units Helicopters - 131 units Motor vehicles - 1,301 units Ships/boats - 7 units Fuel and lubricant tanks -75 Operational-tactical UAVs - 83 Special vehicles - 22 Operational/tactical missile system launchers - 4 The General Staff added that the Russian casualty figures are being verified. Calculation is made more difficult by the high intensity of combat operations.

Invaders have lost XX,XXX troops

IRYNA BALACHUK - THURSDAY, XX MARCH XXXX, XX:XX In XX days of war, Russia has lost some XX,XXX troops, over XXX tanks, XXX aircraft and over X,XXX armoured combat vehicles in Ukraine. Source: Armed Forces of Ukraine General Staff on Facebook Details: Total Russian combat losses from XX February to XX March are estimated to be: Personnel - about XX,XXX Tanks - XXX units Armoured combat vehicles - X,XXX units Artillery systems - XXX units MLRS systems - XX units Air Defence systems - XX units Aircraft - XXX units Helicopters - XXX units Motor vehicles - X,XXX units Ships/boats - X units Fuel and lubricant tanks -XX Operational-tactical UAVs - XX Special vehicles - XX Operational/tactical missile system launchers - X The General Staff added that the Russian casualty figures are being verified. Calculation is made more difficult by the high intensity of combat operations.

vibukh,odeska-oblast,rosija,vijna

Reports of missile strikes near Odesa

SVITLANA KIZILOVA - FRIDAY, 20 MAY 2022, 17:44 In the afternoon of 20 May, the enemy fired a missile at a civilian object in the region around Odesa. Source: Dumskaya Details: Local Telegram channels write about the incoming missile in the Odesa region. There are currently no reports of casualties. Updated: Nataliia Humeniuk, the head of the press centre of the Defense Forces of Southern Ukraine, confirmed that the Russian missile hit one of the infrastructure facilities of Odesa region. A fire broke out at the centre and rescuers are at work on the site. According to Humeniuk, there is no threat to the life and health of the civilians in the nearby settlements.

Reports of missile strikes near Odesa

SVITLANA KIZILOVA - FRIDAY, XX MAY XXXX, XX:XX In the afternoon of XX May, the enemy fired a missile at a civilian object in the region around Odesa. Source: Dumskaya Details: Local Telegram channels write about the incoming missile in the Odesa region. There are currently no reports of casualties. Updated: Nataliia Humeniuk, the head of the press centre of the Defense Forces of Southern Ukraine, confirmed that the Russian missile hit one of the infrastructure facilities of Odesa region. A fire broke out at the centre and rescuers are at work on the site. According to Humeniuk, there is no threat to the life and health of the civilians in the nearby settlements.

danilov,rosija,vijna,ukrajina

Russians pass limit in terms of missile use norms, 3 to 4 more attacks and there will be nothing left

Oleksii Danilov, the Secretary of the National Security and Defence Council of Ukraine, believes that the Russians have enough stockpiles of missiles for three to four attacks, but after that they will run out of all stocks, which is unacceptable for the military. Source: Danilov in an interview with Ukrainska Pravda Quote from Danilov: "If you count the massive attacks that have already taken place, then they have [missiles – ed.] left for a maximum of two or three, maybe four [attacks – ed.]. But then they will be completely without missiles, which is unacceptable, because they may have completely different challenges and they have to have at least some reserves left." Details: According to Danilov, "they have already passed the limit that according to normal practice they should have kept and they passed it quite a long time ago." However, he specified that the Russians have more or less enough S-300 missiles in their arsenal. Danilov also noted that the military has learned how to shoot down Iranian-made Shahed-136/131 kamikaze drones, which the Russians use. "They have Shahed drones, but I want to note that we have learned to fight them. Unless there is some kind of force majeure, there recently was a case when we shot down 100% of those that they launched," he emphasised. Background: On 16 December, Russians launched 76 missiles at Ukraine, including 72 cruise missiles. Ukraine’s air defence forces downed 60 of them.

Russians pass limit in terms of missile use norms, X to X more attacks and there will be nothing left

Oleksii Danilov, the Secretary of the National Security and Defence Council of Ukraine, believes that the Russians have enough stockpiles of missiles for three to four attacks, but after that they will run out of all stocks, which is unacceptable for the military. Source: Danilov in an interview with Ukrainska Pravda Quote from Danilov: "If you count the massive attacks that have already taken place, then they have [missiles – ed.] left for a maximum of two or three, maybe four [attacks – ed.]. But then they will be completely without missiles, which is unacceptable, because they may have completely different challenges and they have to have at least some reserves left." Details: According to Danilov, "they have already passed the limit that according to normal practice they should have kept and they passed it quite a long time ago." However, he specified that the Russians have more or less enough S-XXX missiles in their arsenal. Danilov also noted that the military has learned how to shoot down Iranian-made Shahed-XXX/XXX kamikaze drones, which the Russians use. "They have Shahed drones, but I want to note that we have learned to fight them. Unless there is some kind of force majeure, there recently was a case when we shot down XXX% of those that they launched," he emphasised. Background: On XX December, Russians launched XX missiles at Ukraine, including XX cruise missiles. Ukraine’s air defence forces downed XX of them.

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Russians hit Beryslav, killing civilian

On the night of 19-20 October, the Russians launched missile attacks on the town of Kostyantynivka in Donetsk Oblast and the village of Kupiansk-Vuzlovyi in Kharkiv Oblast. They shelled Kherson and Beryslav, and conducted an airstrike on Beryslav in the morning, killing one person. Source: Ihor Klymenko, Ukraine's Interior Minister; Oleksandr Prokudin, Head of Kherson Oblast Military Administration Quote: "This night was restless in Donetsk, Kherson, and Kharkiv oblasts. One person was killed in the attack in the morning." Details: Klymenko reported at 08:57 that the Russian military had carried out an airstrike on the city of Beryslav an hour before. Early reports indicate that one person was killed. Units of Ukraine’s State Emergency Service and the National Police are inspecting the scene. Donetsk Oblast: Russian forces launched four missiles at the city of Kostyantynivka at night. Six apartment buildings and a school were damaged. Early reports indicate there were no casualties. Kharkiv Oblast: Russian forces conducted an airstrike on the village of Kupiansk-Vuzlovyi. Four private houses and five shopping stalls were damaged. Kherson Oblast: Russian forces conducted six airstrikes on the villages in Beryslav District. The city of Beryslav was under attack, too; the Russian military deployed multiple-launch rocket systems (MLRS) and artillery. A private house was damaged. Firefighters extinguished the fire. Russian forces started shelling the city of Kherson at midnight. As a result of the attack, a private house was damaged. There were no casualties. At the same time, Oleksandr Prokudin, Head of Kherson Oblast Military Administration, reported that the Russian army struck two settlements in Kherson Oblast, using combat aviation at around 04:00. They fired four aerial bombs at Zmiivka, and two more guided aerial bombs were aimed at Novoberyslav. Over the past day, seven people were injured in Kherson Oblast due to the Russian aggression.

Russians hit Beryslav, killing civilian

On the night of XX-XX October, the Russians launched missile attacks on the town of Kostyantynivka in Donetsk Oblast and the village of Kupiansk-Vuzlovyi in Kharkiv Oblast. They shelled Kherson and Beryslav, and conducted an airstrike on Beryslav in the morning, killing one person. Source: Ihor Klymenko, Ukraine's Interior Minister; Oleksandr Prokudin, Head of Kherson Oblast Military Administration Quote: "This night was restless in Donetsk, Kherson, and Kharkiv oblasts. One person was killed in the attack in the morning." Details: Klymenko reported at XX:XX that the Russian military had carried out an airstrike on the city of Beryslav an hour before. Early reports indicate that one person was killed. Units of Ukraine’s State Emergency Service and the National Police are inspecting the scene. Donetsk Oblast: Russian forces launched four missiles at the city of Kostyantynivka at night. Six apartment buildings and a school were damaged. Early reports indicate there were no casualties. Kharkiv Oblast: Russian forces conducted an airstrike on the village of Kupiansk-Vuzlovyi. Four private houses and five shopping stalls were damaged. Kherson Oblast: Russian forces conducted six airstrikes on the villages in Beryslav District. The city of Beryslav was under attack, too; the Russian military deployed multiple-launch rocket systems (MLRS) and artillery. A private house was damaged. Firefighters extinguished the fire. Russian forces started shelling the city of Kherson at midnight. As a result of the attack, a private house was damaged. There were no casualties. At the same time, Oleksandr Prokudin, Head of Kherson Oblast Military Administration, reported that the Russian army struck two settlements in Kherson Oblast, using combat aviation at around XX:XX. They fired four aerial bombs at Zmiivka, and two more guided aerial bombs were aimed at Novoberyslav. Over the past day, seven people were injured in Kherson Oblast due to the Russian aggression.

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Ukrainian defenders attack "Boiko towers" stolen by Russia in the Black Sea

UKRAINSKA PRAVDA – MONDAY, 20 JUNE 2022, 13:15 The Armed Forces of Ukraine have hit the "Boiko towers" - drilling rigs belonging to the Russian-appropriated Chornomornaftogaz [an oil and gas company located in Simferopol, Crimea, that was "nationalised" by the Crimean authorities after the annexation of the peninsula]. Source: Kryminform; Sergei Aksyonov, Russia’s puppet leader in Crimea, on Telegram; Ukrainian People’s Deputy Oleksii Honcharenko on Telegram Quote from Aksenov: "This morning the enemy struck the drilling rigs of Chornomornaftogaz. I am in touch with colleagues from the Ministry of Defence and the FSB [Russian Federal Security Service] and we are working to save people." Quote from Honcharenko: "Our rocket troops were smoking - not near Zmiinyi (Snake) Island, but near the Boiko towers. The missile strike on the towers has slightly hampered the Russians’ gas production in the Ukrainian Black Sea." Details: According to Aksyonov, there are injured and missing people. Patrol boats and aircraft from the Russian Defence Ministry are trying to carry out rescue operations. Background: In 2014, Russia seized two drilling rigs when Crimea was annexed. At the same time, they remained at the Odesa field, which is much closer to mainland Ukraine than to the peninsula. In December 2015, Russia moved the "Boiko towers'' closer to occupied Crimea. On 23 December 2015, the Pechersk court in Kyiv granted the Prosecutor General’s request to arrest the Boiko towers - drilling rigs on the Black Sea shelf for which Ukraine overpaid $400 million seven years ago. In January 2017, a Ukrainian court arrested the drilling rigs seized by Russia.

Ukrainian defenders attack "Boiko towers" stolen by Russia in the Black Sea

UKRAINSKA PRAVDA – MONDAY, XX JUNE XXXX, XX:XX The Armed Forces of Ukraine have hit the "Boiko towers" - drilling rigs belonging to the Russian-appropriated Chornomornaftogaz [an oil and gas company located in Simferopol, Crimea, that was "nationalised" by the Crimean authorities after the annexation of the peninsula]. Source: Kryminform; Sergei Aksyonov, Russia’s puppet leader in Crimea, on Telegram; Ukrainian People’s Deputy Oleksii Honcharenko on Telegram Quote from Aksenov: "This morning the enemy struck the drilling rigs of Chornomornaftogaz. I am in touch with colleagues from the Ministry of Defence and the FSB [Russian Federal Security Service] and we are working to save people." Quote from Honcharenko: "Our rocket troops were smoking - not near Zmiinyi (Snake) Island, but near the Boiko towers. The missile strike on the towers has slightly hampered the Russians’ gas production in the Ukrainian Black Sea." Details: According to Aksyonov, there are injured and missing people. Patrol boats and aircraft from the Russian Defence Ministry are trying to carry out rescue operations. Background: In XXXX, Russia seized two drilling rigs when Crimea was annexed. At the same time, they remained at the Odesa field, which is much closer to mainland Ukraine than to the peninsula. In December XXXX, Russia moved the "Boiko towers'' closer to occupied Crimea. On XX December XXXX, the Pechersk court in Kyiv granted the Prosecutor General’s request to arrest the Boiko towers - drilling rigs on the Black Sea shelf for which Ukraine overpaid $XXX million seven years ago. In January XXXX, a Ukrainian court arrested the drilling rigs seized by Russia.

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Russian troops are shelling all districts of Chernihiv

Katerina Tyschenko – Sunday, 6 March 2022, 22:04 Russian troops continue to shell all districts of Chernihiv [Sunday 6 March]. Source: Head of the Chernihiv Regional State Administration Vyacheslav Chaus, on Telegram According to Chaus: "Currently, all neighbourhoods of the city are being shelled. Remain in shelters!" Details: Chaus’s message appeared at 20:16. Nothing has yet been reported about the consequences of the shelling.

Russian troops are shelling all districts of Chernihiv

Katerina Tyschenko – Sunday, X March XXXX, XX:XX Russian troops continue to shell all districts of Chernihiv [Sunday X March]. Source: Head of the Chernihiv Regional State Administration Vyacheslav Chaus, on Telegram According to Chaus: "Currently, all neighbourhoods of the city are being shelled. Remain in shelters!" Details: Chaus’s message appeared at XX:XX. Nothing has yet been reported about the consequences of the shelling.

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Russians report drone attacks on Krasnodar Krai and Crimea

The Russians claimed to have shot down Ukrainian drones that tried to attack Crimea and Krasnodar Krai on the night of 22 September. Source: Russian Ministry of Defence on Telegram Quote from Russian ministry: "At night, an attempt by the Kyiv regime to carry out a terrorist attack using aircraft-type UAVs against targets on the territory of the Russian Federation was stopped." Details: Russian air defence systems reportedly destroyed two "Ukrainian drones" over the Black Sea near the southeastern coast of Crimea and in the Tuapse district of Krasnodar Krai.

Russians report drone attacks on Krasnodar Krai and Crimea

The Russians claimed to have shot down Ukrainian drones that tried to attack Crimea and Krasnodar Krai on the night of XX September. Source: Russian Ministry of Defence on Telegram Quote from Russian ministry: "At night, an attempt by the Kyiv regime to carry out a terrorist attack using aircraft-type UAVs against targets on the territory of the Russian Federation was stopped." Details: Russian air defence systems reportedly destroyed two "Ukrainian drones" over the Black Sea near the southeastern coast of Crimea and in the Tuapse district of Krasnodar Krai.

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Russians report drone attack in Tula Oblast

The Russian Defence Ministry has said that drones were destroyed over Tula Oblast on the morning of 29 August. Source: Russian Defence Ministry Quote: "This morning, we stopped an attempt by the Kyiv regime to conduct a terrorist attack using two aircraft-type UAVs to attack targets on territory of Russia." Details: The Russian Defence Ministry added that the drones were allegedly destroyed by air defence systems over the territory of Tula Oblast. Background: The Ministry of Defence of Russia reported the downing of a drone over Belgorod Oblast. Later, the Russian military said they had downed one more drone.

Russians report drone attack in Tula Oblast

The Russian Defence Ministry has said that drones were destroyed over Tula Oblast on the morning of XX August. Source: Russian Defence Ministry Quote: "This morning, we stopped an attempt by the Kyiv regime to conduct a terrorist attack using two aircraft-type UAVs to attack targets on territory of Russia." Details: The Russian Defence Ministry added that the drones were allegedly destroyed by air defence systems over the territory of Tula Oblast. Background: The Ministry of Defence of Russia reported the downing of a drone over Belgorod Oblast. Later, the Russian military said they had downed one more drone.

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Ukraine is not being pushed to negotiate with Russia

Foreign partners are not trying to persuade the Ukrainian authorities to negotiate with Russia. Source: highly placed sources of Ukrainska Pravda who are close to Bankova Street [the street in Kyiv where many of the government buildings are located - ed.], and in diplomatic circles. Quote from a government source: "They are not pushing us to enter into negotiations, but are simply saying that ‘it is desirable not to refuse the Russians so categorically’, so that Europeans can live more calmly." Details: In addition, Ukrainska Pravda’s contacts in diplomatic circles deny that Western partners are putting pressure on Ukraine and calling for negotiations with Russia. "Actually, nothing serious is happening. There are very vague conversations about how to move forward," said one of Ukrainska Pravda’s sources who is involved in international negotiations. According to Ukrainska Pravda, as of now, there is no preparatory work underway regarding possible negotiations with the Russian Federation. Background: U.S. media wrote that the pressure applied by the administration of US President Joe Biden has led to the softening of the position of his Ukrainian counterpart, Volodymyr Zelenskyy, who previously stated that peace negotiations with Russia could not begin during the presidency of Vladimir Putin. On 8 November, Andrey Rudenko, Deputy Minister of Foreign Affairs of Russia, said that Russia had no preconditions for starting negotiations with Ukraine. The Ukrainian side believes that Russia is manipulating its statements about negotiations with Ukraine. On 31 October, Russian President Vladimir Putin complained that Ukraine did not want to hold "peace talks" with the Russian Federation and said that he would wait for Ukraine to agree to such talks.

Ukraine is not being pushed to negotiate with Russia

Foreign partners are not trying to persuade the Ukrainian authorities to negotiate with Russia. Source: highly placed sources of Ukrainska Pravda who are close to Bankova Street [the street in Kyiv where many of the government buildings are located - ed.], and in diplomatic circles. Quote from a government source: "They are not pushing us to enter into negotiations, but are simply saying that ‘it is desirable not to refuse the Russians so categorically’, so that Europeans can live more calmly." Details: In addition, Ukrainska Pravda’s contacts in diplomatic circles deny that Western partners are putting pressure on Ukraine and calling for negotiations with Russia. "Actually, nothing serious is happening. There are very vague conversations about how to move forward," said one of Ukrainska Pravda’s sources who is involved in international negotiations. According to Ukrainska Pravda, as of now, there is no preparatory work underway regarding possible negotiations with the Russian Federation. Background: U.S. media wrote that the pressure applied by the administration of US President Joe Biden has led to the softening of the position of his Ukrainian counterpart, Volodymyr Zelenskyy, who previously stated that peace negotiations with Russia could not begin during the presidency of Vladimir Putin. On X November, Andrey Rudenko, Deputy Minister of Foreign Affairs of Russia, said that Russia had no preconditions for starting negotiations with Ukraine. The Ukrainian side believes that Russia is manipulating its statements about negotiations with Ukraine. On XX October, Russian President Vladimir Putin complained that Ukraine did not want to hold "peace talks" with the Russian Federation and said that he would wait for Ukraine to agree to such talks.

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Russian MiG-31 crashes in Kamchatka

A MiG-31 fighter jet crashed in Kamchatka Krai of the Far East of the Russian Federation. Source: Russian state-owned news agency RIA Novosti Details: The Russian Defence Ministry said that the plane was performing a training flight and had no ammunition. It remains unknown whether the crew survived. Background: In April 2023, another MiG-31 military aircraft crashed in Murmansk Oblast of Russia. And on 2 December 2022, a MiG-31 fighter jet crashed in Primorsky Krai of the Russian Federation during a training flight.

Russian MiG-XX crashes in Kamchatka

A MiG-XX fighter jet crashed in Kamchatka Krai of the Far East of the Russian Federation. Source: Russian state-owned news agency RIA Novosti Details: The Russian Defence Ministry said that the plane was performing a training flight and had no ammunition. It remains unknown whether the crew survived. Background: In April XXXX, another MiG-XX military aircraft crashed in Murmansk Oblast of Russia. And on X December XXXX, a MiG-XX fighter jet crashed in Primorsky Krai of the Russian Federation during a training flight.

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Leaky raft carrying belongings of sailors from sunken Moskva cruiser found in sea

OLEKSANDR SHUMILIN – FRIDAY, 16 SEPTEMBER 2022, 13:36 A civilian vessel has found in the sea a leaky life raft designed for 20 people from the sunken Russian Moskva missile cruiser. Source: Report of the State Border Guard Service of Ukraine Quote: "A boat that was staying afloat only due to being tied to a few life jackets has been found in the Black Sea. There was a broken and corroded oar, and air cylinders for a pump on the raft. There was also a waterproof bag with Russian coins and items of sailors' and marines' uniforms. There were combat numbers on military vests and uniforms." Details: Border guards point out that this find indicates the negligence of Russian military leadership. Quote: "It seemed like the raft was defective and that the occupiers who were trying to use it to save themselves resorted to desperate measures. It is obvious that the Russian sailors took their life jackets off (which is strictly prohibited) and tied them to the raft to keep it afloat." Цивільне судно знайшло у морі дірявий пліт з крейсера-потопельника «Москва» - прикордонники pic.twitter.com/BNxirC8kzM Background: On 13 April, the Ukrainian government reported that Ukrainian Neptune anti-ship missiles had hit the Moskva missile cruiser from the Russian Black Sea Fleet. On 14 April, the Ministry of Defence of the Russian Federation confirmed the explosion on the missile cruiser, but claimed that it was due to the detonation of weapons on board, that the sailors were evacuated, and the cruiser itself "maintained buoyancy". Later, the Russian ministry claimed that the Moskva missile cruiser had sunk due to stormy conditions while being towed to the port of Sevastopol. Experts assumed that half of the crew had been killed or injured. Investigative journalists supposed that two thirds of the crew of the Moskva cruiser might have consisted of conscripts.

Leaky raft carrying belongings of sailors from sunken Moskva cruiser found in sea

OLEKSANDR SHUMILIN – FRIDAY, XX SEPTEMBER XXXX, XX:XX A civilian vessel has found in the sea a leaky life raft designed for XX people from the sunken Russian Moskva missile cruiser. Source: Report of the State Border Guard Service of Ukraine Quote: "A boat that was staying afloat only due to being tied to a few life jackets has been found in the Black Sea. There was a broken and corroded oar, and air cylinders for a pump on the raft. There was also a waterproof bag with Russian coins and items of sailors' and marines' uniforms. There were combat numbers on military vests and uniforms." Details: Border guards point out that this find indicates the negligence of Russian military leadership. Quote: "It seemed like the raft was defective and that the occupiers who were trying to use it to save themselves resorted to desperate measures. It is obvious that the Russian sailors took their life jackets off (which is strictly prohibited) and tied them to the raft to keep it afloat." Цивільне судно знайшло у морі дірявий пліт з крейсера-потопельника «Москва» - прикордонники pic.twitter.com/BNxirCXkzM Background: On XX April, the Ukrainian government reported that Ukrainian Neptune anti-ship missiles had hit the Moskva missile cruiser from the Russian Black Sea Fleet. On XX April, the Ministry of Defence of the Russian Federation confirmed the explosion on the missile cruiser, but claimed that it was due to the detonation of weapons on board, that the sailors were evacuated, and the cruiser itself "maintained buoyancy". Later, the Russian ministry claimed that the Moskva missile cruiser had sunk due to stormy conditions while being towed to the port of Sevastopol. Experts assumed that half of the crew had been killed or injured. Investigative journalists supposed that two thirds of the crew of the Moskva cruiser might have consisted of conscripts.

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Ukrainian forces in Bakhmut suffer 7.5 times fewer casualties than Russians – Ukraine's National Defence and Security Council Secretary

Oleksii Danilov, Secretary of the Ukrainian National Defence and Security Council, has stated that Russian losses in the battles for the city of Bakhmut over the past six months have amounted to almost 23,000 soldiers, while Ukraine's losses are 7.5 times lower. Source: Danilov in an interview with Italian news agency Corriere della Sera Details: Danilov was asked why Ukraine held Bakhmut. The NSDC Secretary replied that the Ukrainian forces had to defend their cities as, without Ukrainian resistance, Russia would have won the war. Quote: "Starting from 1 September, when Moscow began using convicts as mercenaries in Bakhmut, 22,816 people [from the Russian side – ed.] have been killed. Our (Ukrainian) losses were 7.5 times lower. We have no right to abandon our cities." For reference: In total, from 1 September to June 2023, Russia lost over 160,000 of its soldiers.

Ukrainian forces in Bakhmut suffer X.X times fewer casualties than Russians – Ukraine's National Defence and Security Council Secretary

Oleksii Danilov, Secretary of the Ukrainian National Defence and Security Council, has stated that Russian losses in the battles for the city of Bakhmut over the past six months have amounted to almost XX,XXX soldiers, while Ukraine's losses are X.X times lower. Source: Danilov in an interview with Italian news agency Corriere della Sera Details: Danilov was asked why Ukraine held Bakhmut. The NSDC Secretary replied that the Ukrainian forces had to defend their cities as, without Ukrainian resistance, Russia would have won the war. Quote: "Starting from X September, when Moscow began using convicts as mercenaries in Bakhmut, XX,XXX people [from the Russian side – ed.] have been killed. Our (Ukrainian) losses were X.X times lower. We have no right to abandon our cities." For reference: In total, from X September to June XXXX, Russia lost over XXX,XXX of its soldiers.

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UK trains Ukrainian engineers to protect energy facilities from Russian attacks

British Army Royal Engineer specialists have developed a training programme for Ukrainian civilian engineers to protect the energy sector from Russian attacks this winter. Source: UK Ministry of Defence on 22 October, European Pravda writes. Details: The two-week training programme was developed and conducted at the request of Ukraine to further improve the protection of its energy sector. Ukrainian engineers were taught how to identify the most vulnerable infrastructure elements, potential blast distances and effects of various weapons and explosives, as well as where to best place physical and air barriers to help protect these places from Russian attacks. Defence Secretary Grant Shapps said the training is necessary to protect Ukrainian civilians as winter approaches. Quote: "It is essential that Ukraine receives the support it urgently needs throughout the winter, as its civilian population faces mortal danger on a daily basis from Putin’s forces and their indiscriminate campaign of bombardment against its critical infrastructure," the minister commented. The Royal Engineers recruited specialist reservists working in the UK's critical national infrastructure sector and used their professional experience to train at a UK gas plant, military airfield and a port facility. The course was based on several real-life scenarios to provide Ukrainian participants with the opportunity to practise developing plans and implementing practical solutions to ensure the most effective protection of critical national infrastructure facilities. Reminder: The EU believes that Ukraine may face new power outages this winter against the background of continuous Russian missile and drone attacks, which have made its energy system more vulnerable than a year ago. The European Commission has already provided more than 50 million euros to the Energy Support Fund of Ukraine, created to support the Ukrainian energy system.

UK trains Ukrainian engineers to protect energy facilities from Russian attacks

British Army Royal Engineer specialists have developed a training programme for Ukrainian civilian engineers to protect the energy sector from Russian attacks this winter. Source: UK Ministry of Defence on XX October, European Pravda writes. Details: The two-week training programme was developed and conducted at the request of Ukraine to further improve the protection of its energy sector. Ukrainian engineers were taught how to identify the most vulnerable infrastructure elements, potential blast distances and effects of various weapons and explosives, as well as where to best place physical and air barriers to help protect these places from Russian attacks. Defence Secretary Grant Shapps said the training is necessary to protect Ukrainian civilians as winter approaches. Quote: "It is essential that Ukraine receives the support it urgently needs throughout the winter, as its civilian population faces mortal danger on a daily basis from Putin’s forces and their indiscriminate campaign of bombardment against its critical infrastructure," the minister commented. The Royal Engineers recruited specialist reservists working in the UK's critical national infrastructure sector and used their professional experience to train at a UK gas plant, military airfield and a port facility. The course was based on several real-life scenarios to provide Ukrainian participants with the opportunity to practise developing plans and implementing practical solutions to ensure the most effective protection of critical national infrastructure facilities. Reminder: The EU believes that Ukraine may face new power outages this winter against the background of continuous Russian missile and drone attacks, which have made its energy system more vulnerable than a year ago. The European Commission has already provided more than XX million euros to the Energy Support Fund of Ukraine, created to support the Ukrainian energy system.

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Putin tells Russian children that "changes in Russian Federation and world are for better"

Russian President Vladimir Putin has recorded a video address to the participants of the first congress of the Russian Movement of Children and Youth and stated that the changes taking place in Russia and around the world are for the better. Source: Kremlin website Details: Putin did not mention either the war, nor Ukraine, but said that "all nations are truly equal." Quote from Putin: "You probably know: big changes are happening today not only in Russia, the whole world is changing. I believe that these are changes for the better. And I hope that with our deeds, actions, our determination and at the same time openness of our intentions, plans, principles, we will be able to make the world more fair. The one where all people are truly equal, where everyone has the right to respect, to follow their traditions, to speak their native language, to honour their ancestors, and where everyone has the opportunity for maximum self-realisation, regardless of the conditions in which a person grew up, from which family a person comes."

Putin tells Russian children that "changes in Russian Federation and world are for better"

Russian President Vladimir Putin has recorded a video address to the participants of the first congress of the Russian Movement of Children and Youth and stated that the changes taking place in Russia and around the world are for the better. Source: Kremlin website Details: Putin did not mention either the war, nor Ukraine, but said that "all nations are truly equal." Quote from Putin: "You probably know: big changes are happening today not only in Russia, the whole world is changing. I believe that these are changes for the better. And I hope that with our deeds, actions, our determination and at the same time openness of our intentions, plans, principles, we will be able to make the world more fair. The one where all people are truly equal, where everyone has the right to respect, to follow their traditions, to speak their native language, to honour their ancestors, and where everyone has the opportunity for maximum self-realisation, regardless of the conditions in which a person grew up, from which family a person comes."

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Russian troops disrupt another attempt at evacuating Mariupol

ROMAN PETRENKO — TUESDAY, 8 MARCH 2022, 11:46 Evacuation of Mariupol. Photo by Pavlo Kyrylenko on Facebook The Russian occupying forces launched an attack on Mariupol, not letting people out of the city, according to the Azov Military Division. Source: Azov Military Division, directly from Mariupol Quote: "To evacuate civilians in Mariupol along a single route, the defenders of the town took a number of measures: clearing the road from mines, removing engineering barriers, and more. "Just now, without letting Mariupol residents to leave the town, the enemy launched an attack on Mariupol in this direction." Earlier today, the city of Sumy, which is surrounded by the Russian occupying forces, was given a "green corridor", and the first stage of evacuation began.

Russian troops disrupt another attempt at evacuating Mariupol

ROMAN PETRENKO — TUESDAY, X MARCH XXXX, XX:XX Evacuation of Mariupol. Photo by Pavlo Kyrylenko on Facebook The Russian occupying forces launched an attack on Mariupol, not letting people out of the city, according to the Azov Military Division. Source: Azov Military Division, directly from Mariupol Quote: "To evacuate civilians in Mariupol along a single route, the defenders of the town took a number of measures: clearing the road from mines, removing engineering barriers, and more. "Just now, without letting Mariupol residents to leave the town, the enemy launched an attack on Mariupol in this direction." Earlier today, the city of Sumy, which is surrounded by the Russian occupying forces, was given a "green corridor", and the first stage of evacuation began.

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Classified US and NATO documents detailing preparations for Ukrainian offensive leaked on social media

The New York Times has reported that classified military documents "detailing secret American and NATO plans for building up the Ukrainian military ahead of a planned offensive against Russia" have been circulated on Twitter and Telegram. Source: The New York Times, citing a senior Biden administration official Details: According to the New York Times, the Pentagon is currently investigating who may have leaked the documents that appeared on social media. Military analysts told the NYT that the documents appear to have been altered, overstating American estimates of Ukrainian losses and understating estimates of Russian losses. The analysts told the NYT that these modifications could indicate an effort by Moscow to spread disinformation. Biden officials have been working to get the documents deleted from social media but had not, as of the evening of 6 April, succeeded. "We are aware of the reports of social media posts and the department is reviewing the matter," said Sabrina Singh, the deputy press secretary at the Pentagon. The NYT reported that the documents "do not provide specific battle plans, like how, when, and where Ukraine intends to launch its offensive" but "offer a snapshot of time — the American and Ukrainian view, as of March 1, of what Ukrainian troops might need for the campaign". "To the trained eye of a Russian war planner, field general or intelligence analyst, however, the documents no doubt offer many tantalising clues and insights. The documents mention, for instance, the expenditure rate of HIMARS — American-supplied high mobility artillery rocket systems, which can launch attacks against targets like ammunition dumps, infrastructure and concentrations of troops, from a distance. The Pentagon has not said publicly how fast Ukrainian troops are using the HIMARS munitions; the documents do," the NYT wrote. One of the documents said 16,000 to 17,500 Russian soldiers had been killed while Ukraine had lost up to 71,500 personnel. The Pentagon and other analysts have estimated, however, that Russia has suffered far more casualties, with closer to 200,000 killed and injured, while Ukraine has had more than 100,000 killed and injured. (Updated: The NYT later specified that Ukrainian losses had reached 100,000 people injured and killed). Still, analysts told the NYT that some of the documents "appeared authentic and would provide Russia with valuable information such as the timetables for the delivery of weapons and troops, Ukrainian troop buildup numbers and other military details". The NYT reported that one "top secret"-labelled document offers the "Status of the Conflict as of 1 Mar.", the day when Ukrainian officials were at an American base in Wiesbaden, Germany. A day later, General Mark A. Milley, Chairman of the Joint Chiefs of Staff, and General Christopher Cavoli, Supreme Allied Commander Europe, visited the Ukrainian officials in Wiesbaden. Another document "includes columns that list Ukrainian troop units, equipment and training, with schedules for January through April". "The document contains a summary of 12 combat brigades that are being assembled, with nine of them apparently being trained and supplied by the United States and other NATO allies. Of those nine brigades, the documents said that six would be ready by March 31 and the rest by April 30. A Ukrainian brigade has about 4,000 to 5,000 soldiers, analysts said," according to the NYT. The document said that the total equipment needed for nine brigades was more than 250 tanks and more than 350 mechanised vehicles. "The leak is the first Russian intelligence breakthrough that has been made public since the war began," the NYT concluded.

Classified US and NATO documents detailing preparations for Ukrainian offensive leaked on social media

The New York Times has reported that classified military documents "detailing secret American and NATO plans for building up the Ukrainian military ahead of a planned offensive against Russia" have been circulated on Twitter and Telegram. Source: The New York Times, citing a senior Biden administration official Details: According to the New York Times, the Pentagon is currently investigating who may have leaked the documents that appeared on social media. Military analysts told the NYT that the documents appear to have been altered, overstating American estimates of Ukrainian losses and understating estimates of Russian losses. The analysts told the NYT that these modifications could indicate an effort by Moscow to spread disinformation. Biden officials have been working to get the documents deleted from social media but had not, as of the evening of X April, succeeded. "We are aware of the reports of social media posts and the department is reviewing the matter," said Sabrina Singh, the deputy press secretary at the Pentagon. The NYT reported that the documents "do not provide specific battle plans, like how, when, and where Ukraine intends to launch its offensive" but "offer a snapshot of time — the American and Ukrainian view, as of March X, of what Ukrainian troops might need for the campaign". "To the trained eye of a Russian war planner, field general or intelligence analyst, however, the documents no doubt offer many tantalising clues and insights. The documents mention, for instance, the expenditure rate of HIMARS — American-supplied high mobility artillery rocket systems, which can launch attacks against targets like ammunition dumps, infrastructure and concentrations of troops, from a distance. The Pentagon has not said publicly how fast Ukrainian troops are using the HIMARS munitions; the documents do," the NYT wrote. One of the documents said XX,XXX to XX,XXX Russian soldiers had been killed while Ukraine had lost up to XX,XXX personnel. The Pentagon and other analysts have estimated, however, that Russia has suffered far more casualties, with closer to XXX,XXX killed and injured, while Ukraine has had more than XXX,XXX killed and injured. (Updated: The NYT later specified that Ukrainian losses had reached XXX,XXX people injured and killed). Still, analysts told the NYT that some of the documents "appeared authentic and would provide Russia with valuable information such as the timetables for the delivery of weapons and troops, Ukrainian troop buildup numbers and other military details". The NYT reported that one "top secret"-labelled document offers the "Status of the Conflict as of X Mar.", the day when Ukrainian officials were at an American base in Wiesbaden, Germany. A day later, General Mark A. Milley, Chairman of the Joint Chiefs of Staff, and General Christopher Cavoli, Supreme Allied Commander Europe, visited the Ukrainian officials in Wiesbaden. Another document "includes columns that list Ukrainian troop units, equipment and training, with schedules for January through April". "The document contains a summary of XX combat brigades that are being assembled, with nine of them apparently being trained and supplied by the United States and other NATO allies. Of those nine brigades, the documents said that six would be ready by March XX and the rest by April XX. A Ukrainian brigade has about X,XXX to X,XXX soldiers, analysts said," according to the NYT. The document said that the total equipment needed for nine brigades was more than XXX tanks and more than XXX mechanised vehicles. "The leak is the first Russian intelligence breakthrough that has been made public since the war began," the NYT concluded.

vibori,slovachchina,ukrajina

Too early to say how Slovak elections will affect support for Ukraine – Ukrainian Foreign Minister

Foreign Minister Dmytro Kuleba believes that it is too early to say how the outcome of the 30 September elections will affect Slovakia's position. He called for waiting for the formation of a coalition in Slovakia to understand what Bratislava's position will be on supporting Ukraine after the 30 September elections. Source: Kuleba speaking to journalists in Kyiv on Monday before an informal meeting of EU foreign ministers, reported by European Pravda Quote: "We respect the choice of the Slovak people, but it is too early to say how the election result will affect Slovakia's position. We need to wait for the formation of the coalition, and then, looking at the composition of this coalition, we can draw the first conclusions." Background: Former Slovak Prime Minister Robert Fico, who opposes military support for Ukraine, and the Smer-SD political party he leads won the most votes in Slovakia's snap parliamentary elections this Saturday. After the results were announced, Fico reiterated his statements about his intention to stop providing aid to Ukraine.

Too early to say how Slovak elections will affect support for Ukraine – Ukrainian Foreign Minister

Foreign Minister Dmytro Kuleba believes that it is too early to say how the outcome of the XX September elections will affect Slovakia's position. He called for waiting for the formation of a coalition in Slovakia to understand what Bratislava's position will be on supporting Ukraine after the XX September elections. Source: Kuleba speaking to journalists in Kyiv on Monday before an informal meeting of EU foreign ministers, reported by European Pravda Quote: "We respect the choice of the Slovak people, but it is too early to say how the election result will affect Slovakia's position. We need to wait for the formation of the coalition, and then, looking at the composition of this coalition, we can draw the first conclusions." Background: Former Slovak Prime Minister Robert Fico, who opposes military support for Ukraine, and the Smer-SD political party he leads won the most votes in Slovakia's snap parliamentary elections this Saturday. After the results were announced, Fico reiterated his statements about his intention to stop providing aid to Ukraine.

5490438fa2cef,iaea,rosija

The Kremlin responds to calls to leave Zaporizhzhia NPP: they want to continue communicating with IAEA

In response to demands to end the occupation of the Zaporizhzhia Nuclear Power Plant [ZNPP], the Kremlin said it would continue its dialogue with the International Atomic Energy Agency [IAEA]. Source: Russian propaganda publication RIA Novosti, concerning the words of Dmitry Peskov, the press secretary of the president of the Russian Federation Quote: "We will continue our communication with the IAEA." Details: At the same time, Peskov did not specify whether Russia was ready to fulfil the calls to end the occupation of Ukraine's nuclear facilities. Background: On 17 November, The IAEA Board of Governors, the 35-nation group, adopted the third resolution since the start of the full-scale war in Ukraine, calling on Russia to stop all actions at Ukrainian nuclear facilities.

The Kremlin responds to calls to leave Zaporizhzhia NPP: they want to continue communicating with IAEA

In response to demands to end the occupation of the Zaporizhzhia Nuclear Power Plant [ZNPP], the Kremlin said it would continue its dialogue with the International Atomic Energy Agency [IAEA]. Source: Russian propaganda publication RIA Novosti, concerning the words of Dmitry Peskov, the press secretary of the president of the Russian Federation Quote: "We will continue our communication with the IAEA." Details: At the same time, Peskov did not specify whether Russia was ready to fulfil the calls to end the occupation of Ukraine's nuclear facilities. Background: On XX November, The IAEA Board of Governors, the XX-nation group, adopted the third resolution since the start of the full-scale war in Ukraine, calling on Russia to stop all actions at Ukrainian nuclear facilities.

dnipropetrovska-oblast,vijna,obstril

Russians use MLRS to fire 60 rockets on Nikopol

OLHA HLUSHCHENKO – MONDAY, 18 JULY 2022, 07:55 On the night of 17-18 July, Russian occupying forces fired 60 rockets at Nikopol, in Dnipropetrovsk Oblast, using multiple-launch rocket systems (MLRS). Source: Valentyn Reznichenko, head of the Dnipropetrovsk Oblast Military Administration, on Telegram Quote: "Russian troops hit Nikopol several times during the night with multiple rocket launchers. More than 60 rockets were fired on residential areas and municipal infrastructure. According to preliminary information, one person was injured. A 75-year-old woman. She has been hospitalised." Details: Reznichenko said that a dozen private houses were destroyed. Water supply system and a gas pipeline were damaged on one of the streets. A municipal hospital, an industrial facility, an energy facility, and the Nikopol port were affected. Various municipal service workers are working on the scene to restore the supply of the affected utilities and establish the scale of destruction. Earlier: On the night of 17 July, Yevhen Yevtushenko, head of the Nikopol District Military Administration, said that the city of Nikopol was being attacked.

Russians use MLRS to fire XX rockets on Nikopol

OLHA HLUSHCHENKO – MONDAY, XX JULY XXXX, XX:XX On the night of XX-XX July, Russian occupying forces fired XX rockets at Nikopol, in Dnipropetrovsk Oblast, using multiple-launch rocket systems (MLRS). Source: Valentyn Reznichenko, head of the Dnipropetrovsk Oblast Military Administration, on Telegram Quote: "Russian troops hit Nikopol several times during the night with multiple rocket launchers. More than XX rockets were fired on residential areas and municipal infrastructure. According to preliminary information, one person was injured. A XX-year-old woman. She has been hospitalised." Details: Reznichenko said that a dozen private houses were destroyed. Water supply system and a gas pipeline were damaged on one of the streets. A municipal hospital, an industrial facility, an energy facility, and the Nikopol port were affected. Various municipal service workers are working on the scene to restore the supply of the affected utilities and establish the scale of destruction. Earlier: On the night of XX July, Yevhen Yevtushenko, head of the Nikopol District Military Administration, said that the city of Nikopol was being attacked.

evacuation,azov,zelensky,mariupol

Western partners participated in operation to evacuate Mariupol defenders - Zelenskyy

Denys Karlovskyy - Friday, 20 May 2022, 21:07 President Volodymyr Zelenskyy said that the operation to secure the safe evacuation of Mariupol defenders has been carried out with the participation of Western partners. However, the details concerning this operation have not yet been disclosed. Source: excerpt from Zelenskyy’s interview during the national 24/7 newscast, which will be broadcast on 21 May Quote from Zelenskyy: "To date, all civilians - those who had been besieged at the plant (Azovstal - ed.) - have been evacuated. The evacuation of all other civilians who were near the plant or in other parts of Mariupol started a long time ago. Civilians have been evacuated. Medics have been evacuated. The seriously wounded have been evacuated, as well as those injured. At this very moment, as we are talking here, I know what is also happening (in Mariupol - ed.). In the near future, we are not even talking days, everyone will be evacuated. The structure is complex. It was agreed that the breaking of the blockade would be conducted by intermediaries, namely Western partners. I negotiated with Turkey, Switzerland, Israel, and France at first, because of the relationship the leaders (of these countries - ed.) have with the Russian Federation. [It happened] when we saw that it was impossible to break [the blockade] by military means. Our military personnel received a signal that they had every right to leave and save their lives." Details: Zelenskyy claims that he has persistently requested in talks with every leader of the partner countries to provide weapons to break the blockade of Mariupol by military means. According to the President, some soldiers of the Armed Forces of Ukraine were ready to break the blockade of Mariupol militarily, despite the risks, if partner countries provided heavy weapons. Background: In the same interview, Zelenskyy said that during the Russian blockade of Mariupol defenders at the Azovstal steelworks, the Ukrainian command had sent helicopters with provisions, ammunition and medicine, but 90% of the helicopter pilots had died in the line of duty. In the afternoon on 20 May, the commander of the Azov National Guard Regiment, Denys Prokopenko, shared a video message in which he assured that they were informed about the course of the evacuation operation. The commanders at Azovstal are currently in the process of evacuating the bodies of fallen heroes so that their relatives can bury them with honours. On 19 May, Captain Sviatoslav Palamar, Deputy Commander, shared a similar video address. On 19 May, the Associated Press released footage of Ukrainian military personnel leaving Azovstal. Representatives of the International Committee of the Red Cross (ICRC) reported that they have registered all Ukrainian military personnel evacuated from Azovstal. The Russian Ministry of Defence stated that 959 Ukrainian soldiers had left Azovstal. Deputy Minister of Defence of Ukraine, Hanna Malyar urged to disregard Russian statements about the evacuation process for Mariupol defenders, because such statements are designed for domestic consumers and misinformation.

Western partners participated in operation to evacuate Mariupol defenders - Zelenskyy

Denys Karlovskyy - Friday, XX May XXXX, XX:XX President Volodymyr Zelenskyy said that the operation to secure the safe evacuation of Mariupol defenders has been carried out with the participation of Western partners. However, the details concerning this operation have not yet been disclosed. Source: excerpt from Zelenskyy’s interview during the national XX/X newscast, which will be broadcast on XX May Quote from Zelenskyy: "To date, all civilians - those who had been besieged at the plant (Azovstal - ed.) - have been evacuated. The evacuation of all other civilians who were near the plant or in other parts of Mariupol started a long time ago. Civilians have been evacuated. Medics have been evacuated. The seriously wounded have been evacuated, as well as those injured. At this very moment, as we are talking here, I know what is also happening (in Mariupol - ed.). In the near future, we are not even talking days, everyone will be evacuated. The structure is complex. It was agreed that the breaking of the blockade would be conducted by intermediaries, namely Western partners. I negotiated with Turkey, Switzerland, Israel, and France at first, because of the relationship the leaders (of these countries - ed.) have with the Russian Federation. [It happened] when we saw that it was impossible to break [the blockade] by military means. Our military personnel received a signal that they had every right to leave and save their lives." Details: Zelenskyy claims that he has persistently requested in talks with every leader of the partner countries to provide weapons to break the blockade of Mariupol by military means. According to the President, some soldiers of the Armed Forces of Ukraine were ready to break the blockade of Mariupol militarily, despite the risks, if partner countries provided heavy weapons. Background: In the same interview, Zelenskyy said that during the Russian blockade of Mariupol defenders at the Azovstal steelworks, the Ukrainian command had sent helicopters with provisions, ammunition and medicine, but XX% of the helicopter pilots had died in the line of duty. In the afternoon on XX May, the commander of the Azov National Guard Regiment, Denys Prokopenko, shared a video message in which he assured that they were informed about the course of the evacuation operation. The commanders at Azovstal are currently in the process of evacuating the bodies of fallen heroes so that their relatives can bury them with honours. On XX May, Captain Sviatoslav Palamar, Deputy Commander, shared a similar video address. On XX May, the Associated Press released footage of Ukrainian military personnel leaving Azovstal. Representatives of the International Committee of the Red Cross (ICRC) reported that they have registered all Ukrainian military personnel evacuated from Azovstal. The Russian Ministry of Defence stated that XXX Ukrainian soldiers had left Azovstal. Deputy Minister of Defence of Ukraine, Hanna Malyar urged to disregard Russian statements about the evacuation process for Mariupol defenders, because such statements are designed for domestic consumers and misinformation.

rosija,vijna,zbrojni-sili

Russian army losses include nearly 600 drones to date

Roman Petrenko – Sunday, 19 June 2022, 10:21 From 24 February to 19 June, the Russian occupiers lost 33,600 soldiers and 598 drones. Source: General Staff Details: Total combat losses of the Russian forces between 24 February and 19 June 2022 comprise approximately: 33,600 (+250) military personnel, 1,468 (+3) tanks, 3,577 (+4) armoured combat vehicles, 745 (+6) artillery systems, 235 (+2) multiple rocket launchers, 98 (+0) pieces of air defence equipment, 216 (+0) planes, 181 (+1) helicopters, 598 (+4) operational-tactical UAVs, 130 (+1) cruise missiles, 14 (+0) ships/boats, 2,523 (+10) pieces of automotive equipment and fuel tankers, 55 (+0) pieces of special equipment. The Russian occupying forces suffered the greatest losses on the Bakhmut and Zaporizhzhia fronts.

Russian army losses include nearly XXX drones to date

Roman Petrenko – Sunday, XX June XXXX, XX:XX From XX February to XX June, the Russian occupiers lost XX,XXX soldiers and XXX drones. Source: General Staff Details: Total combat losses of the Russian forces between XX February and XX June XXXX comprise approximately: XX,XXX (+XXX) military personnel, X,XXX (+X) tanks, X,XXX (+X) armoured combat vehicles, XXX (+X) artillery systems, XXX (+X) multiple rocket launchers, XX (+X) pieces of air defence equipment, XXX (+X) planes, XXX (+X) helicopters, XXX (+X) operational-tactical UAVs, XXX (+X) cruise missiles, XX (+X) ships/boats, X,XXX (+XX) pieces of automotive equipment and fuel tankers, XX (+X) pieces of special equipment. The Russian occupying forces suffered the greatest losses on the Bakhmut and Zaporizhzhia fronts.

kharkiv,rosija,vijna,zbrojni-sili

The Mayor of Kharkiv: The city is well prepared to defend itself

ROMAN PETRENKO — TUESDAY, 5 APRIL 2022, 15:20 Mayor of Kharkiv Ihor Terekhov says the city is well-armed and prepared to defend itself, and asks residents not to panic. Source: Video Address of Terekhov Quote: "Kharkiv on 24 February and Kharkiv on 5 April are two different cities in terms of defence capabilities. Kharkiv is a city that is well-armed and well-prepared to defend itself. The invaders wanted to take all of Ukraine in three days. During this time, Russian occupation forces have stepped back from Kyiv, Zhytomyr, Sumy, and Chernihiv. Our troops have liberated many settlements in our country. The occupiers want us to panic. They want to demoralise us. We, the people of Kharkiv, will not give them such an opportunity. " Details: Terekhov urged people to hold on, to show resilience and he asked them not to panic. Background: Russian occupying forces are preparing to seize Kharkiv and attack Ukrainian troops in the joint forces operation zone, said Defence Ministry spokesman Oleksandr Motuzianyk.

The Mayor of Kharkiv: The city is well prepared to defend itself

ROMAN PETRENKO — TUESDAY, X APRIL XXXX, XX:XX Mayor of Kharkiv Ihor Terekhov says the city is well-armed and prepared to defend itself, and asks residents not to panic. Source: Video Address of Terekhov Quote: "Kharkiv on XX February and Kharkiv on X April are two different cities in terms of defence capabilities. Kharkiv is a city that is well-armed and well-prepared to defend itself. The invaders wanted to take all of Ukraine in three days. During this time, Russian occupation forces have stepped back from Kyiv, Zhytomyr, Sumy, and Chernihiv. Our troops have liberated many settlements in our country. The occupiers want us to panic. They want to demoralise us. We, the people of Kharkiv, will not give them such an opportunity. " Details: Terekhov urged people to hold on, to show resilience and he asked them not to panic. Background: Russian occupying forces are preparing to seize Kharkiv and attack Ukrainian troops in the joint forces operation zone, said Defence Ministry spokesman Oleksandr Motuzianyk.

rosija,minoboroni,vijna,jaderna-zbroja

Ukrainian Ministry of Defence does not currently predict that Russia will use nuclear weapons

KATERYNA TYSHCHENKO - FRIDAY, 15 APRIL 2022, 16:24 Ukrainian intelligence and its foreign partners see no signs as yet that Russia may use nuclear weapons against Ukraine. Source: Oleksandr Motuzianyk, Ukrainian Ministry of Defence spokesman, at a briefing at the Ukraine Media Centre Quote: "Nuclear weapons are the Russian Federation’s so-called trump card. At the moment we do not see any signs that Russia might use these weapons. Our intelligence does not have such information. Our foreign partners and foreign intelligence with whom we cooperate and exchange information also have no confirmation of this so far." Details: At the same time, Motuzianyk added that Ukraine should be prepared for any developments in the situation, "which could include an extremely negative precedent such as this". "As of now, we do not predict this," he repeated. Background: On 27 February, Russian President Vladimir Putin ordered the military to put "strategic deterrence forces" with nuclear warheads on high alert due to "hostile" remarks and Western sanctions. On 2 March, Russian Minister of Foreign Affairs Sergey Lavrov said that World War III would be a nuclear war and the last war. On 24 March, Russia's ambassador to the United Nations threatened to start a nuclear war if NATO provoked Russia. US intelligence fears that Russia will resort to nuclear weapons if it senses imminent defeat in ground warfare and as a result of economic pressure from the West. According to media reports, the US government is developing scenarios for responding to the use of nuclear weapons. President Volodymyr Zelenskyy believes that Russia is bluffing when it threatens the world with nuclear weapons. However, he believes that the Kremlin could use nuclear weapons if it has a sense of its own impunity and sees the weakness of the West, but not vice versa. Secretary of the National Security and Defence Council Oleksiy Danilov denied that the Russians were preparing for a nuclear strike on Kyiv. On 14 April, Bill Burns, director of the US Central Intelligence Agency, warned against not taking Russia’s threats of using tactical nuclear weapons seriously.

Ukrainian Ministry of Defence does not currently predict that Russia will use nuclear weapons

KATERYNA TYSHCHENKO - FRIDAY, XX APRIL XXXX, XX:XX Ukrainian intelligence and its foreign partners see no signs as yet that Russia may use nuclear weapons against Ukraine. Source: Oleksandr Motuzianyk, Ukrainian Ministry of Defence spokesman, at a briefing at the Ukraine Media Centre Quote: "Nuclear weapons are the Russian Federation’s so-called trump card. At the moment we do not see any signs that Russia might use these weapons. Our intelligence does not have such information. Our foreign partners and foreign intelligence with whom we cooperate and exchange information also have no confirmation of this so far." Details: At the same time, Motuzianyk added that Ukraine should be prepared for any developments in the situation, "which could include an extremely negative precedent such as this". "As of now, we do not predict this," he repeated. Background: On XX February, Russian President Vladimir Putin ordered the military to put "strategic deterrence forces" with nuclear warheads on high alert due to "hostile" remarks and Western sanctions. On X March, Russian Minister of Foreign Affairs Sergey Lavrov said that World War III would be a nuclear war and the last war. On XX March, Russia's ambassador to the United Nations threatened to start a nuclear war if NATO provoked Russia. US intelligence fears that Russia will resort to nuclear weapons if it senses imminent defeat in ground warfare and as a result of economic pressure from the West. According to media reports, the US government is developing scenarios for responding to the use of nuclear weapons. President Volodymyr Zelenskyy believes that Russia is bluffing when it threatens the world with nuclear weapons. However, he believes that the Kremlin could use nuclear weapons if it has a sense of its own impunity and sees the weakness of the West, but not vice versa. Secretary of the National Security and Defence Council Oleksiy Danilov denied that the Russians were preparing for a nuclear strike on Kyiv. On XX April, Bill Burns, director of the US Central Intelligence Agency, warned against not taking Russia’s threats of using tactical nuclear weapons seriously.

5490438fa2cef,putin,kerchbridge,obstril

Putin explains why he is destroying Ukrainian energy system: it is revenge

Russian dictator Vladimir Putin has admitted that Russia is destroying Ukrainian energy facilities and leaving millions of Ukrainians without communications (electricity, heating, and water) because Ukraine had allegedly blown up the Crimean Bridge. Source: Kremlin-aligned news outlet RIA Novosti Quote: "There is currently a lot of noise about our strikes on the energy infrastructure of the neighbouring country. Yes, we are doing it. But who started it? Who hit the Crimean Bridge? Who blew up the power line from the Kursk Nuclear Power Plant? And who did not supply water to Donetsk? Not supplying water to a city of millions is an act of genocide. No one has said a word about it anywhere. In general, there is complete silence. As soon as we want to do something in response, [there is] noise, din, and crackle for the whole universe. This will not prevent us from performing combat missions". Why this is important: Since 10 October, Russia has resorted to massive missile attacks on Ukraine. Some of the missiles launched by the Russians target Ukrainian infrastructure facilities. Russian missiles and drones often target civilian buildings. Russia is trying to "persuade" Ukraine to "negotiate" through such attacks. Ukraine does not give in to Russian blackmail. Aside from 24 February, Russian forces launched massive missile attacks on Ukraine on 10 October, 18 October, 31 October, 15 November, 23 November and 5 December. Background: Ukraine has been in a full-scale war with Russia for nine months after the open attack of the Russian invaders on 24 February. Russian missiles are wiping out Ukrainian cities, destroying civilian infrastructure and energy facilities. Putin's team claims that in this way they are "persuading" Ukraine to peace. Russia, led by Putin, has killed and deported tens of thousands of Ukrainians, and banned protests and opposition media in the country, but the Russian dictator still dares to call the Ukrainian government a "Nazi regime". On 8 October, it became known that a large fire had broken out on the railroad portion of the Crimean Bridge. Russian occupation authorities in Crimea claimed that a truck allegedly exploded on the Crimean Bridge. Meanwhile, the so-called head of the "Crimean parliament" said that the roadway on the Crimean Bridge was damaged by "Ukrainian vandals". According to media reports, Ukrainian secret services organised the explosion on the Crimean Bridge.

Putin explains why he is destroying Ukrainian energy system: it is revenge

Russian dictator Vladimir Putin has admitted that Russia is destroying Ukrainian energy facilities and leaving millions of Ukrainians without communications (electricity, heating, and water) because Ukraine had allegedly blown up the Crimean Bridge. Source: Kremlin-aligned news outlet RIA Novosti Quote: "There is currently a lot of noise about our strikes on the energy infrastructure of the neighbouring country. Yes, we are doing it. But who started it? Who hit the Crimean Bridge? Who blew up the power line from the Kursk Nuclear Power Plant? And who did not supply water to Donetsk? Not supplying water to a city of millions is an act of genocide. No one has said a word about it anywhere. In general, there is complete silence. As soon as we want to do something in response, [there is] noise, din, and crackle for the whole universe. This will not prevent us from performing combat missions". Why this is important: Since XX October, Russia has resorted to massive missile attacks on Ukraine. Some of the missiles launched by the Russians target Ukrainian infrastructure facilities. Russian missiles and drones often target civilian buildings. Russia is trying to "persuade" Ukraine to "negotiate" through such attacks. Ukraine does not give in to Russian blackmail. Aside from XX February, Russian forces launched massive missile attacks on Ukraine on XX October, XX October, XX October, XX November, XX November and X December. Background: Ukraine has been in a full-scale war with Russia for nine months after the open attack of the Russian invaders on XX February. Russian missiles are wiping out Ukrainian cities, destroying civilian infrastructure and energy facilities. Putin's team claims that in this way they are "persuading" Ukraine to peace. Russia, led by Putin, has killed and deported tens of thousands of Ukrainians, and banned protests and opposition media in the country, but the Russian dictator still dares to call the Ukrainian government a "Nazi regime". On X October, it became known that a large fire had broken out on the railroad portion of the Crimean Bridge. Russian occupation authorities in Crimea claimed that a truck allegedly exploded on the Crimean Bridge. Meanwhile, the so-called head of the "Crimean parliament" said that the roadway on the Crimean Bridge was damaged by "Ukrainian vandals". According to media reports, Ukrainian secret services organised the explosion on the Crimean Bridge.

vijna,zbrojni-sili

Mykolaiv paratroopers destroy "Tigr" [“Tiger”] armoured vehicle, killing its Russian crew

KATERYNA TYSHCHENKO — MONDAY, 9 MAY 2022, 17:55 Mykolaiv paratroopers have destroyed a Russian "Tigr" [Tiger] armoured vehicle and killed its crew. Source: The 79th Air Assault Brigade of the Armed Forces of Ukraine Quote: "That's how the Mykolaiv paratroopers "congratulated" the Russian occupiers on the Victory Day over Nazism in World War II. To be precise, a "Tigr"combat armoured vehicle was destroyed, and its crew killed "

Mykolaiv paratroopers destroy "Tigr" [“Tiger”] armoured vehicle, killing its Russian crew

KATERYNA TYSHCHENKO — MONDAY, X MAY XXXX, XX:XX Mykolaiv paratroopers have destroyed a Russian "Tigr" [Tiger] armoured vehicle and killed its crew. Source: The XXth Air Assault Brigade of the Armed Forces of Ukraine Quote: "That's how the Mykolaiv paratroopers "congratulated" the Russian occupiers on the Victory Day over Nazism in World War II. To be precise, a "Tigr"combat armoured vehicle was destroyed, and its crew killed "

sbu,aresht,medvedchuk

Court seizes assets worth over US$26 million from pro-Kremlin ex-MP's wife

A court has seized over UAH 1 billion [roughly US$26,170,000] worth of assets belonging to Oksana Marchenko with respect to Zaporizhzhia Ferroalloy Plant JSC. Marchenko is the wife of Viktor Medvedchuk, a Ukrainian businessman and pro-Russian politician to whose daughter Putin is godfather. Source: Press service of the Security Service of Ukraine (SSU); Office of the Prosecutor General Quote: "The court's decision concerns 13.7% of the company's shares, which Medvedchuk's wife holds through four offshore companies." Details: In order to prevent the alienation or disposal of these securities and all corporate rights, the court granted the application made by SSU investigators, which had been approved by the oblast prosecutor's office. Assets and property worth more than UAH 5.6 billion [roughly US$146,590,000 – ed.], the ultimate beneficiary of which is Marchenko, had previously been seized. These include corporate rights worth UAH 2.6 billion [roughly US$68,000,000], real estate, land plots and vehicles, and registered shares in three oblast power distribution companies worth over UAH 3 billion [roughly US$78,500,000], which she holds through offshore companies. Background: On 11 April, the SSU reportedly put Marchenko on the wanted list. The information on the arrest warrant states that Marchenko is a person who is hiding from pre-trial investigation authorities. The date of her disappearance is also indicated: 24 March 2023.

Court seizes assets worth over US$XX million from pro-Kremlin ex-MP's wife

A court has seized over UAH X billion [roughly US$XX,XXX,XXX] worth of assets belonging to Oksana Marchenko with respect to Zaporizhzhia Ferroalloy Plant JSC. Marchenko is the wife of Viktor Medvedchuk, a Ukrainian businessman and pro-Russian politician to whose daughter Putin is godfather. Source: Press service of the Security Service of Ukraine (SSU); Office of the Prosecutor General Quote: "The court's decision concerns XX.X% of the company's shares, which Medvedchuk's wife holds through four offshore companies." Details: In order to prevent the alienation or disposal of these securities and all corporate rights, the court granted the application made by SSU investigators, which had been approved by the oblast prosecutor's office. Assets and property worth more than UAH X.X billion [roughly US$XXX,XXX,XXX – ed.], the ultimate beneficiary of which is Marchenko, had previously been seized. These include corporate rights worth UAH X.X billion [roughly US$XX,XXX,XXX], real estate, land plots and vehicles, and registered shares in three oblast power distribution companies worth over UAH X billion [roughly US$XX,XXX,XXX], which she holds through offshore companies. Background: On XX April, the SSU reportedly put Marchenko on the wanted list. The information on the arrest warrant states that Marchenko is a person who is hiding from pre-trial investigation authorities. The date of her disappearance is also indicated: XX March XXXX.

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Ukrainian Defence Forces down 10 Shahed UAVs and repel attacks near 15 settlements

On 30 December, the Defence Forces of Ukraine shot down ten Iranian-made UAVs and repelled Russian attacks near 15 settlements. Source: General Staff of the Armed Forces of Ukraine on Facebook Quote: "Over the past 24 hours, the enemy launched five missile and 29 air strikes. 26 enemy air strikes hit civilian infrastructure. In particular, the occupiers used 10 Shahed-136 UAVs, but all of them have been shot down. In addition, the enemy launched 80 attacks from a multiple-launch rocket system, targeting peaceful settlements. In the course of the past 24 hours, Ukrainian army repelled the attacks of the occupiers near the settlements of Stelmakhivka, Nevske, Chervonopopivka and Bilohorivka in Luhansk Oblast and Soledar, Bilohorivka, Bakhmutske, Pidhorodne, Bakhmut, Klishchiivka, New-York, Krasnohorivka, Kamianka, Avdiivka and Marinka in Donetsk Oblast." Details: On the Volyn, Polissia, Sivershchyna and Slobozhanshchyna fronts, there is no significant change in the situation. There are no signs of the formation of Russian offensive groups. On the Sivershchyna and Slobozhanshchyna fronts, Russian forces used artillery and mortars to attack the areas of the settlements of Orlykivka, Semenivka, Zaliznyi Mist, Buda-Vorobyivska of Chernihiv Oblast, Khodyne, Atynske, Zapsillia, Velyka Rybytsia, Pokrovka, Riasne, Popivka in Sumy Oblast, as well as Hlyboke, Morokhovets, Zelene, Ternova, Staritsia, Hatyshche, Vovchansk, Bochkove, Nesterne, Vilkhuvatka, Chuhunivka and Zarubynka in Kharkiv Oblast. On the Kupiansk front, Russian forces fired near the settlements of Kamianka, Novomlynsk, Dvorichna, Vilshana, Kupiansk, Orlianka, Kurylivka, Kotloarivka and Tabayivka in Kharkiv Oblast, and Novoselivske and Stelmakhivka in Luhansk Oblast. On the Lyman front, Ploschanka, Nevske and Dibrova in Luhansk Oblast, as well as Chervonopivka, Yampolivka and Torske in Donetsk Oblast came under Russian fire. On the Bakhmut front, the Russians fired from tanks, mortars, tubed and rocket artillery in the areas of the settlements of Spirne, Berestove, Bilohorivka, Soledar, Bakhmutske, Pidhorodne, Yahidne, Bakhmut, Kostiantynivka, Klishchiivka, Andriivka, Bila Hora, Kurdyumivka, Dyliivka, Druzhba, Zalizne, Maiorsk and New-York in Donetsk Oblast. On the Avdiivka front, Russian forces attacked the settlements of Vesele, Avdiivka, Nevelske, Krasnohorivka, Heorhiivka, Marinka and Novomykhailivka. On the Novopavlivka front, Russians fired on Vuhledar, Prechystivka, Zolota Nyva, Velyka Novosilka and Vremivka (Donetsk Oblast). On the Zaporizhzhia front, the occupiers attacked areas around the settlements of Temyrivka, Poltavka, Huliaipole, Dorozhnianka, Mala Tokmachka, Novodanylivka, Novoandriivka, Mali Shcherbaky, Stepove, Kamianske and Stepnohirsk in Zaporizhzhia Oblast and Nikopol and Prymiske in Dnipropetrovsk Oblast. On the Kherson front, Russian forces continue to launch mortar and artillery attacks on populated areas along the right bank of the Dnipro River. In particular, the civilian infrastructure of Kachkarivka, Naddniprianske, Antonivka and Kherson city was damaged. According to the General Staff, military commissariats in the temporarily occupied territory of the Republic of Crimea have created lists of people subject to conscription for mobilisation in January 2023. Combat aircraft from Ukraine's Defence Forces hit areas where the Russian occupying forces were concentrated ten times and three times on the positions of anti-aircraft missile systems. Moreover, a Russian reconnaissance Orlan-10 UAV was shot down. Rocket Forces and Artillery units struck a command post, seven clusters of Russian manpower and military equipment, five ammunition storage points and two radar stations.

Ukrainian Defence Forces down XX Shahed UAVs and repel attacks near XX settlements

On XX December, the Defence Forces of Ukraine shot down ten Iranian-made UAVs and repelled Russian attacks near XX settlements. Source: General Staff of the Armed Forces of Ukraine on Facebook Quote: "Over the past XX hours, the enemy launched five missile and XX air strikes. XX enemy air strikes hit civilian infrastructure. In particular, the occupiers used XX Shahed-XXX UAVs, but all of them have been shot down. In addition, the enemy launched XX attacks from a multiple-launch rocket system, targeting peaceful settlements. In the course of the past XX hours, Ukrainian army repelled the attacks of the occupiers near the settlements of Stelmakhivka, Nevske, Chervonopopivka and Bilohorivka in Luhansk Oblast and Soledar, Bilohorivka, Bakhmutske, Pidhorodne, Bakhmut, Klishchiivka, New-York, Krasnohorivka, Kamianka, Avdiivka and Marinka in Donetsk Oblast." Details: On the Volyn, Polissia, Sivershchyna and Slobozhanshchyna fronts, there is no significant change in the situation. There are no signs of the formation of Russian offensive groups. On the Sivershchyna and Slobozhanshchyna fronts, Russian forces used artillery and mortars to attack the areas of the settlements of Orlykivka, Semenivka, Zaliznyi Mist, Buda-Vorobyivska of Chernihiv Oblast, Khodyne, Atynske, Zapsillia, Velyka Rybytsia, Pokrovka, Riasne, Popivka in Sumy Oblast, as well as Hlyboke, Morokhovets, Zelene, Ternova, Staritsia, Hatyshche, Vovchansk, Bochkove, Nesterne, Vilkhuvatka, Chuhunivka and Zarubynka in Kharkiv Oblast. On the Kupiansk front, Russian forces fired near the settlements of Kamianka, Novomlynsk, Dvorichna, Vilshana, Kupiansk, Orlianka, Kurylivka, Kotloarivka and Tabayivka in Kharkiv Oblast, and Novoselivske and Stelmakhivka in Luhansk Oblast. On the Lyman front, Ploschanka, Nevske and Dibrova in Luhansk Oblast, as well as Chervonopivka, Yampolivka and Torske in Donetsk Oblast came under Russian fire. On the Bakhmut front, the Russians fired from tanks, mortars, tubed and rocket artillery in the areas of the settlements of Spirne, Berestove, Bilohorivka, Soledar, Bakhmutske, Pidhorodne, Yahidne, Bakhmut, Kostiantynivka, Klishchiivka, Andriivka, Bila Hora, Kurdyumivka, Dyliivka, Druzhba, Zalizne, Maiorsk and New-York in Donetsk Oblast. On the Avdiivka front, Russian forces attacked the settlements of Vesele, Avdiivka, Nevelske, Krasnohorivka, Heorhiivka, Marinka and Novomykhailivka. On the Novopavlivka front, Russians fired on Vuhledar, Prechystivka, Zolota Nyva, Velyka Novosilka and Vremivka (Donetsk Oblast). On the Zaporizhzhia front, the occupiers attacked areas around the settlements of Temyrivka, Poltavka, Huliaipole, Dorozhnianka, Mala Tokmachka, Novodanylivka, Novoandriivka, Mali Shcherbaky, Stepove, Kamianske and Stepnohirsk in Zaporizhzhia Oblast and Nikopol and Prymiske in Dnipropetrovsk Oblast. On the Kherson front, Russian forces continue to launch mortar and artillery attacks on populated areas along the right bank of the Dnipro River. In particular, the civilian infrastructure of Kachkarivka, Naddniprianske, Antonivka and Kherson city was damaged. According to the General Staff, military commissariats in the temporarily occupied territory of the Republic of Crimea have created lists of people subject to conscription for mobilisation in January XXXX. Combat aircraft from Ukraine's Defence Forces hit areas where the Russian occupying forces were concentrated ten times and three times on the positions of anti-aircraft missile systems. Moreover, a Russian reconnaissance Orlan-XX UAV was shot down. Rocket Forces and Artillery units struck a command post, seven clusters of Russian manpower and military equipment, five ammunition storage points and two radar stations.

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Moldova joins four EU sanctions packages against Russia

Over the past year and a half, Moldova has joined four of the EU’s six sanctions packages against Russia. Source: Newsmaker, citing Nicu Popescu, Moldovan Minister of Foreign Affairs and European Integration, at a press conference on 15 November, reported by European Pravda Details: Popescu noted that over the past eighteen months, Moldova has joined sanctions against several countries, including Russia. Quote: "There are still some sanctions packages that are being analysed for their economic impact on Moldova. Obviously, our goal is to maintain the stability and security of our country. Absolutely all decisions on Moldova joining new sanctions are analysed [...]. There are six sanctions packages affecting citizens or legal entities from the Russian Federation. At this stage, Moldova has joined four of them." Details: At the beginning of Russia's full-scale invasion of Ukraine, Moldova stated that it would not immediately join certain restrictive measures, including sanctions against Russia. The head of the EU delegation to Moldova stated in July 2022 that Brussels did not require Chișinău to impose anti-Russian sanctions but would be "happy to see" developments in this direction. However, in March 2023, Popescu announced that Chișinău would reassess some of its previous decisions on sanctions and present new ones. He promised a significant increase in the country's compliance with EU sanctions. Moldova, along with Ukraine, is a candidate for EU membership. The EU expects its future members to coordinate their foreign policy, including complying with the EU’s sanctions policy.

Moldova joins four EU sanctions packages against Russia

Over the past year and a half, Moldova has joined four of the EU’s six sanctions packages against Russia. Source: Newsmaker, citing Nicu Popescu, Moldovan Minister of Foreign Affairs and European Integration, at a press conference on XX November, reported by European Pravda Details: Popescu noted that over the past eighteen months, Moldova has joined sanctions against several countries, including Russia. Quote: "There are still some sanctions packages that are being analysed for their economic impact on Moldova. Obviously, our goal is to maintain the stability and security of our country. Absolutely all decisions on Moldova joining new sanctions are analysed [...]. There are six sanctions packages affecting citizens or legal entities from the Russian Federation. At this stage, Moldova has joined four of them." Details: At the beginning of Russia's full-scale invasion of Ukraine, Moldova stated that it would not immediately join certain restrictive measures, including sanctions against Russia. The head of the EU delegation to Moldova stated in July XXXX that Brussels did not require Chișinău to impose anti-Russian sanctions but would be "happy to see" developments in this direction. However, in March XXXX, Popescu announced that Chișinău would reassess some of its previous decisions on sanctions and present new ones. He promised a significant increase in the country's compliance with EU sanctions. Moldova, along with Ukraine, is a candidate for EU membership. The EU expects its future members to coordinate their foreign policy, including complying with the EU’s sanctions policy.

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Poland seeks Berlin's consent to transfer MiG-29 jets from former Eastern Germany storage points to Ukraine

Poland has sent an official request to Berlin to transfer MiG-29 fighters from the former German Democratic Republic (GDR) to Ukraine. Source: DPA news agency, citing sources in the authorities, as reported by European Pravda Details: These fighter jets were in service in the GDR during the Cold War and were inherited by the Bundeswehr, and in 2002 Germany sold them to Poland. At that time, 23 aircraft were sold to Warsaw. At the end of March, Polish presidential adviser Jacek Siewiera said the Polish Air Force still had about a dozen of them in service. Since virtually all German arms sales contracts stipulate that further transfer or resale requires Berlin's approval, Poland must obtain German consent to transfer the fighter jets to Ukraine. It is not specified how many aircraft the request refers to. Background: In early April, Polish President Andrzej Duda said that Warsaw had handed over eight MiG-29 jets to Ukraine and was preparing six more for delivery.

Poland seeks Berlin's consent to transfer MiG-XX jets from former Eastern Germany storage points to Ukraine

Poland has sent an official request to Berlin to transfer MiG-XX fighters from the former German Democratic Republic (GDR) to Ukraine. Source: DPA news agency, citing sources in the authorities, as reported by European Pravda Details: These fighter jets were in service in the GDR during the Cold War and were inherited by the Bundeswehr, and in XXXX Germany sold them to Poland. At that time, XX aircraft were sold to Warsaw. At the end of March, Polish presidential adviser Jacek Siewiera said the Polish Air Force still had about a dozen of them in service. Since virtually all German arms sales contracts stipulate that further transfer or resale requires Berlin's approval, Poland must obtain German consent to transfer the fighter jets to Ukraine. It is not specified how many aircraft the request refers to. Background: In early April, Polish President Andrzej Duda said that Warsaw had handed over eight MiG-XX jets to Ukraine and was preparing six more for delivery.

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No casualties, but plenty of obstacles - Head of the Regional State Administration on the first wave of evacuation from Sumy

Olha Hlushchenko - Wednesday, 9 March 2022, 03:22 The first wave of evacuations took place in Sumy on 8 March. No casualties but plenty of obstacles reported. Source: Dmytro Zhyvytskyy, Head of Sumy Regional Military/State Administration, on Facebook, and Kyrylo Tymoshenko, Deputy Head of the Presidential Office, on Telegram According to Tymoshenko: "Around 5,000 people and more than 1,000 private cars are already safe!" According to Zhyvytskyy: "Escape and the movement of columns was stopped three times. Once - when a column of aggressor’s vehicles passed by the entrance route to Sumy and "covering shots" were heard from the aggressor - it was dangerous to leave. Fortunately, no-one was injured. The other two times were when a column of the aggressor’s vehicles just passed by the entrance route to the city. We lost a lot of time on it, but we saved the lives of our people. " Details: Dmytro Zhyvytskyy said that "pregnant women, women with children, the elderly, and people with disabilities" were evacuated as a priority. Foreign students have also been transported, but not all of them. Some of them still remain in the city. The head of Regional Military Administration also explained the small number of vehicles: "Many more buses were planned, however most Sumy drivers refused to drive for various reasons in the morning, when the corridors were confirmed." Background: Two evacuation convoys left seized Sumy through the humanitarian corridor, surrounded by the invaders.

No casualties, but plenty of obstacles - Head of the Regional State Administration on the first wave of evacuation from Sumy

Olha Hlushchenko - Wednesday, X March XXXX, XX:XX The first wave of evacuations took place in Sumy on X March. No casualties but plenty of obstacles reported. Source: Dmytro Zhyvytskyy, Head of Sumy Regional Military/State Administration, on Facebook, and Kyrylo Tymoshenko, Deputy Head of the Presidential Office, on Telegram According to Tymoshenko: "Around X,XXX people and more than X,XXX private cars are already safe!" According to Zhyvytskyy: "Escape and the movement of columns was stopped three times. Once - when a column of aggressor’s vehicles passed by the entrance route to Sumy and "covering shots" were heard from the aggressor - it was dangerous to leave. Fortunately, no-one was injured. The other two times were when a column of the aggressor’s vehicles just passed by the entrance route to the city. We lost a lot of time on it, but we saved the lives of our people. " Details: Dmytro Zhyvytskyy said that "pregnant women, women with children, the elderly, and people with disabilities" were evacuated as a priority. Foreign students have also been transported, but not all of them. Some of them still remain in the city. The head of Regional Military Administration also explained the small number of vehicles: "Many more buses were planned, however most Sumy drivers refused to drive for various reasons in the morning, when the corridors were confirmed." Background: Two evacuation convoys left seized Sumy through the humanitarian corridor, surrounded by the invaders.