Thousands evacuated by 13:30, according to the governor of Kharkiv region.

13:30 Governor of Kharkiv Region: Thousands of individuals have been relocated.

Governor of Kharkiv region, Oleh Synyehubov, informed that over the past two days, about 4000 people have been evacuated from different settlements due to the escalating threat caused by Russian offensive. He added that most who left have found accommodation with their family and friends.

Russian Ministry of Defence reported taking control over four villages: Hatyshche, Krasne, Morokhovets and Oliyinykove in Kharkiv region near Ukraine's north-east. Now, Russian troops possess more than 9 villages in the area.

Kharkiv region faced a renewed Russian offensive on Friday. Initially, Russians had entered the region but were later pushed back before retreating.

However, now Russian troops have sustained more victories, as per the Ministry of Defence's statement. Simultaneously, in Dnipropetrovsk, Russian artillery claimed to have purposely destroyed four Ukrainian helicopters and damaged one.

Army chief, Syrskyj, shared that Ukrainian forces are putting in an intense effort to hold the defensive lines and positions and cause harm to the enemy. Echoing the same, Syrskyj added that the last week had seen multiple failed attempts by Russians to establish their dominance in the Kharkiv region. Syrskyi also ensured that rotation of units was in progress to provide soldiers with breaks and restore the brigades' strengths.

Ukrainian shelling allegedly led to a partial collapse of a multi-storey building in Belgorod, causing at least three casualties and approximately 20 possible deaths. Gladkov, the governor of Belgorod Oblast, mentioned that the region had faced heavy attacks from Ukrainian forces.

Russian energy company, Gazprom, may be facing a tough time as a result of the Ukraine war. Economic analysts project that the company's worsened relations with its Western clients will check its profitability until 2030. According to recent figures, Gazprom has experienced its first net loss year in 2001. Gazprom informed about owing tax totalling €25 billion (9 % of Russia's state revenue) in 2023. The Russian government is planning to intensify taxation for the company, which could lead to reduced investment by 15% in 2024.

Ukraine allegedly conducted a strike on various targets in the Russian territory last night, including the Volgograd oil refinery's Krasnoarmeysky district and the Kaluganaftelectroduct oil depot of Kaluga. Military intelligence sources reported another attack in Liptsk, where both civilian and military targets were hit. A Ukrainian military intelligence source stated, "We even managed to hit a refinery of Gazprom in Volgograd with a kamikaze attack." Furthermore, Ukrainian media claimed that the Volgograd incident led to a significant explosion resulting in a large fireball. Russians, as usual, defended their air defence's success. However, visuals shared by Ukrainian outlets depicted considerable fireballs - a stark contrast to Russians' claims regarding the damage.

A Moscow-based driver successfully crossed through the Azov Sea border, confirming the same. This driver provided vital intelligence regarding the Russian army, its positioning of tanks, and fighting strategies. The driver informed that most Ukrainian cities were deserted except for Kherson, Mariupol, and Zaporizhzhia, where people were still living in their homes. Moreover, the driver relayed that parts of the E40 highway in Ukraine were being shelled by the Russians.

10:06 "The circumstances are becoming more convoluted" - demand for additional reinforcements

The blog Deepstate, which has close connections with the Ukrainian military, informs in its recent evaluation of intense fighting in the border region near Kharkiv, "The circumstances are becoming more convoluted. The adversary is gradually sending in more troops into our area, troops are continuously breaching, moving in groups into settlements, and trying to establish a foothold there and advance further." It demands more focus on the area, "otherwise the enemy will have even more success, which will have adverse effects," said Deepstate. Despite the Russian armed forces attempting to distract attention from other places, the situation could become "quite serious" without the dispatch of Ukrainian reserves, it added.

09:30 ntv journalist Weichert: "Russia aims to displace Ukrainian forces"

The Russian army is launching an extensive attack around Kharkiv, several villages are said to have been seized. The Ukrainian President's brand is to thwart the offensive at any cost. Ukraine is deploying soldiers in the region, and according to ntv journalist Jürgen Weichert, this is precisely one of Russia's goals:

08:50 Russia engineers mislead Kharkiv, a city with millions of residents - video shows a very different scenario

While the Russian troops are advancing near the densely populated Ukrainian city of millions, vital information on mass evacuation measures remains unclear. "As per Russian propaganda, Kharkiv is petrified and deserted," says Ukrainian security expert Maria Avdeeva on X. In a video she reveals, people are seen shopping casually at a crowd shopping market during the day. The city has suffered numerous airstrikes in the past and the populace is accustomed to Russian bullying. Experts doubt that the Kremlin forces will be able to capture Kharkiv. It is supposed that Russia wants to create a mass exodus from the Ukrainian city.

08:12 ISW: Russians are making significant tactical gains near Kharkiv

Russian forces are carrying out tactical operations in the northern Kharkiv region and "continue to make meaningful advances in probably lesser-defended areas," according to the Institute for the Study of War (ISW). The size of the units engaged in these limited operations indicates that Russian forces are presently "not intending to instigate a large-scale operation to encircle, capture, or surround the city of Kharkiv," the ISW said.

07:28 Ukraine strikes Russian oil refinery

A Ukrainian drone assault set off a fire at the Volgograd oil processing facility in southern Russia, the governor of the area, Andrey Botsharov, announced on Telegram. "The blaze was put out. There were no casualties," writes Bospharov. Neither the oil manufacturer Lukoil nor the Ukrainian side has released a statement on the incident.

Rescue workers evacuate an elderly woman in the Kharkiv region.

06:52 Ukraine can anticipate significant armament from Latvia

The Ukrainian envoy to Latvia, Anatoly Kutsevol, indicates in an interview with Ukrinform that Latvia will soon be able to send drones and radar defense mechanisms to Ukraine. "I believe that over time, we will see more news reports about drones and radar defense systems from Latvia being delivered to Ukraine," Kutsevol said. There will also be collaboration in the production of important 155 mm shells. Moreover: "There are other fields in which we collaborate, but for safety reasons, we cannot speak about it now."

06:14 A Ukrainian brigade claims downing of Russian fighter plane

The 110th Mechanized Brigade of the Ukrainian Military reports shooting down of a Su-25 fighter plane by Russian troops. "The anti-aircraft gunners of the 110th Brigade are doing an admirable job for the second time. Today, they hit another SU-25," states a post on Facebook. "The occupiers still haven't grasped that it's pointless to fly into our skies. They'll continue to fall." According to Ukrainian Major Oleksiy Hetman on the We-Ukraine channel, Moscow currently has approximately 190 Su-25 aircraft. "This is a decent jet for inflicting damage on our troops," said Hetman. The Su-25 is intended for direct combat support on the front lines.

05:42 A possible fatality after assault on Belgorod

It averages there was a large-scale Ukrainian attack on Belgorod and the surrounding area on the night of May 11, causing damage and injuries, based on the governor of the region, Vyacheslav Gladkov. Ukraine routinely refrains from commenting on reported assaults on Belgorod. Gladkov published an air raid alert for the area. Subsequently, Russian Telegram channels uploaded images of burning vehicles and rising smoke over Belgorod. According to Gladkov, a woman was killed in the assault and 29 people, including a child, were wounded and brought to hospitals. A number of homes, businesses, cars and educational and medical establishments were reportedly injured. Damages were also noticed in the vicinity village of Dubovoye, Gladkov said on his Telegram channel.

04:29: US General: Russia Easily Prioritizes Weapons Industry

An authoritarian regime like Russia can easily prioritize the growth of its weapons industry over economic prosperity to sustain its military actions in Ukraine, as well as receive assistance from Iran and North Korea, states Lieutenant General Steven Basham, deputy commander of US Air Forces in Europe. He recently spoke at the Foundation for Defense of Democracies event titled "Transatlantic Security after 75 Years of NATO," Basham notes that the Western defense industrial base is gaining momentum: "Rest assured, it's picking up speed. It will continue to surpass Russia's capabilities. The time Russia spends in Ukraine is also the time we use to bring our industrial base up to the level we need."

03:02: Zelenskyj: Ukrainian Army Performs Counterattacks in Kharkiv Region

Following the Russian advance in the Kharkiv region of eastern Ukraine, the Ukrainian army carries out counter-offensives, according to President Volodymyr Zelensky. The primary mission of the soldiers at the present moment is to "disrupt Russian offensive plans," said Zelensky in his evening video address. The military now needs to "regain the initiative."

01:46: Ukraine Reports One Civilian Death due to Russian Attacks near Sumy

The regional administration in Ukraine reports that Russian forces have assaulted ten communities in the north-eastern region of Sumy Oblast throughout the day. Around 93 explosions have occurred in Sumy Oblast over the past 24 hours. A 37-year-old woman was killed in a mortar attack on the outskirts of Sumy city's northern region, according to local reports. The target of the attack on local infrastructure is still unknown, along with its consequences.

23:49: Canada Participates in Ukraine Peace Summit

Canadian Prime Minister Justin Trudeau has announced that Canada will participate in the upcoming global peace conference for Ukraine. The event will occur in Switzerland on June 15 and 16 and will focus on Ukraine's peace in accordance with President Volodymyr Zelensky's ten-point peace proposal, a strategy advocating for a comprehensive withdrawal of Russian troops from occupied Ukrainian territories. "On June 15th and 16th, the first peace summit for Ukraine will take place - and Canada will be there," Trudeau posts on Twitter. "I'm eager to collaborate with other world leaders to advance our ultimate goal of a just and lasting peace for Ukraine."

23:06: Scholz Warns of Russian Influence on European and National Elections

Federal Chancellor Olaf Scholz has cautioned against Russian interference in the upcoming European and regional elections. Some external efforts are attempting to manipulate the upcoming elections, said the SPD politician at the "RND vor Ort" stage talk show hosted by the Redaktionsnetzwerk Deutschland. Scholz found the news about potential money payments to AfD members "disturbing." The responsible authorities must now investigate and verify these claims, Scholz noted. "There is indeed abundant Russian disinformation in the election campaigns."

22:00: Scholz Encourages Ukrainian Refugees to Join the Workforce

Federal Chancellor Olaf Scholz has urged Ukrainian war refugees in Germany to swiftly join the labor force. "We hope that those from Ukraine who can work will now also engage in work," said the SPD politician at the "RND vor Ort" stage talk held by the Redaktionsnetzwerk Deutschland in Potsdam. "We've funded integration and language courses, so we now want to encourage many of them to work with a large job turbo," the Chancellor continued. "Many have already started doing so, but there are still hundreds of thousands who are desperately needed in the job market," stated Scholz. "And my advice is for everyone to do the same."