11:30 Ukraine: Number of dead increasing after Russian air raids on Donetsk
According to Russian air strikes in the Donezk region, the number of dead has risen to six. Six residents of the Donezk region were killed by the Russians: two each in Novootscheretuwate (see entry at 21:53) and Progres, one in Kostiantynopolskiy and Novoselivka Pershii (see entry at 22:17). This was announced by the Ukrainian governor of the Donezk region, Wadym Filaschkin, on social media. In total, 11 more people were injured in the region during the attacks.
11:00 Report: Ireland preparing security agreement with Ukraine
Ireland is taking the first steps to draft a security agreement with Ukraine. This was reported by "The Kyiv Independent" following a visit by Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy to Ireland. For a meeting with Irish Prime Minister Simon Harris, Zelenskyy made a brief stopover at Shannon Airport in Ireland on his return flight from the NATO summit in Washington. "The Kyiv Independent" reported that Harris described the encounter as a "very good meeting," during which they discussed a potential bilateral agreement on mine clearance, energy, humanitarian aid, and food security. Ireland follows a policy of neutrality, is not a NATO member, and has one of the lowest defense budgets in the EU, accounting for around 0.2 percent of its GDP. The Irish government does not supply weapons to Ukraine but has recognized Russia's war against Ukraine as a genocide.
10:24 Ukraine: Six Russian air raids repelled
In the east of the country, the Ukrainian air defense reportedly shot down six enemy missiles and reconnaissance drones: three Orlan-10 types and one ZALA type. This was announced on social media by the Ukrainian air defense.
09:42 Russia uses Trump attack for propagandaJust hours after the attempted assassination of former US President Donald Trump, Russia used the incident for its own purposes. Maria Zakharova, spokesperson for the Russian Foreign Ministry, called on the US government to review its policy of inciting hatred. Such a policy targets "political opponents, countries, and peoples," she announced. She also used the attack to make propaganda against US support for Ukraine. The money for "weapon supplies to Zelenskyy" should "perhaps be better used for financing the police and other services that ensure law and order in the US," she said to republican politicians.
09:00 Ukraine releases figures on Russian lossesThe Ukrainian General Staff has released new figures on Russian troop losses in Ukraine. According to the report from Kiev, Russia has lost approximately 559,090 soldiers in Ukraine since February 24, 2022. In the past 24 hours alone, the losses amounted to 1,320. The report also states that seven tanks and 46 artillery systems were destroyed. In total, Russia has allegedly lost 8,206 tanks, 15,262 artillery systems, 361 aircraft, 326 helicopters, 12,108 drones, 28 ships, and a submarine since the beginning of the large-scale attack. Western estimates put the losses at lower numbers - although these are also only minimum values.
07:59 Governor: Air Alarm in the Saporischja RegionIvan Fedorov, Military Governor of the Saporischja Region, declares air raid alarm in the southern Ukrainian region. On Telegram, he reports attacks with ballistic missiles. According to Fedorov, other regions in Ukraine are also being attacked. He makes no statements regarding casualties or fatalities.
06:30 Russia reports destroyed drone in BelgorodRussia reports the destruction of a Ukrainian drone in the Russian region of Belgorod during the previous night. According to the Russian Defense Ministry, at approximately 23:05 Moscow Time, "an attempt by the Kiev Regime to carry out a terrorist attack" with a drone was thwarted. In Belgorod and other border regions with Ukraine, there have been frequent Ukrainian attacks. The night before, for instance, an oil depot in the region of Rostov had been set on fire by Ukrainian drones.
06:06 "F-16 is no Game Changer"The Ukrainian Foreign Minister Dmytro Kuleba states that no specific weapon will change the situation in the war, but rather sufficient armament and ammunition for Ukrainian troops. "No single weapon can be a Game Changer that changes everything. We can only improve the situation if we have all the necessary weapons, sufficient equipment, and ammunition. That's why F-16 fighter jets, expected to arrive in Ukraine soon, are just as important as various types of air defense systems, just as they are important as combat tanks, armored vehicles, and artillery ammunition," Kuleba says.
05:06 Kiev: The Crimea Bridge must be destroyedThe Crimea has become an uncomfortable territory. This is the achievement of the Ukrainian security and defense forces, explains the head of the Ukrainian Defense Intelligence, General Lieutenant Kyrylo Budanov. "Ukrinform" reports this, citing the press service of the agency. The rebuilding of the Black Sea Fleet after a series of Ukrainian attacks would pose a challenge for Moscow. The goal is to destroy the Crimea Bridge, Budanov says. So far, it has been possible to force Russia to withdraw its warships as far as possible from the Crimea.
00:01 Ukraine shoots down two Russian reconnaissance dronesUkrainian forces shoot down two Russian drones of the Orlan type at the southern front. "Ukrinform" reports this, citing a Telegram post from the South Air Command. The Russians are also attacking the Odessa region with a ballistic missile. According to the report, it is likely to be an Iskander-M missile launched from the Crimea.
22:17 Two dead in the Donezk OblastThere were fatal attacks in the Donezk Oblast before the attack on Nowootscheretuwate. The terrain of a farm was hit by bombs - one person died, another was injured. In Tschassiw Jar, a warehouse was damaged, resulting in one death.
21:53 Civilian Casualties in Donetsk Oblast
Civilians are still dying in Donetsk Oblast following a Russian attack. The village of Nowootscheretuwate was reportedly hit by cruise missiles, according to "Ukrainska Pravda," citing the military administration. Two people were reportedly killed, another was injured. The victims were reportedly in a house that was hit by a cruise missile. A total of ten buildings were damaged.
21:11 Russians kill paramedics with second attack on village
This heinous tactic has been known for a long time: After an attack, the Russians shell a target again to target relief workers. It appears that this was also the case in the previously mentioned attack on the village of Budy in the Oblast of Kharkiv (Eastern Ukraine). Among the two dead was the head of the emergency medical services for the oblast, Artem Kstyria, according to "Kyiv Independent," citing the Interior Ministry. "The terrorists cynically and deliberately shelled as relief workers arrived at the scene," reportedly said the mayor of Kharkiv, Igor Terekhov.
- In response to the escalating Cyberwar during the Ukraine-Conflict, NATO has increased its cybersecurity measures and coordination with Ukrainian authorities to protect against potential Russian attacks.
- Volodymyr Zelensky, the President of Ukraine, has urged NATO leaders to provide more Military operations support during his visit to the NATO summit, citing the need for advanced weapons to defend against Russia's aggression.
- Some political analysts have suggested that Russia's military attacks on Ukraine are a form of hybrid warfare, combining conventional military operations with cyberwarfare and disinformation campaigns.
- Russia's involvement in the Ukraine-Conflict has sparked debate in Western politics, with some leaders arguing for increased military aid to Ukraine to deter further Russian aggression.
- Despite international condemnation and sanctions, Russia has continued its Military operations in Ukraine, including the use of air strikes and artillery attacks on civilian areas.
