13:59 Brigade reportedly defeats Russian forces using freshly acquired American combat vehicles for infantry.
A report from Ukrainian media outlet Euromaidan Press claims that Ukrainian forces stopped the Russian advance near Avdiivka and even counterattacked using US military aid. The 47th Mechanized Brigade stationed in the region played a key role, using anti-tank mines to halt the Russian troops before launching a counteroffensive. They were reportedly aided by newly arrived US-supplied Bradley tanks.
The Russian Ministry of Defense claims to have captured five villages in the Kharkiv region, but there's no independent confirmation. The rural settlements – Pletenivka, Ohirtseve, Borysivka, Pylna, and Strilechna, all near the border with the Russian Belgorod Oblast – are now said to be under Russian control. Russia began its offensive against Kharkiv earlier this week, and while it's not a direct attack on the city yet, it's creating a distraction by keeping Ukrainian troops busy. The Russian army is also trying to position its artillery close enough to fire on Kharkiv
Earlier in May, a Russian plane dropped munitions on civilian territory in Belgorod, damaging 30 houses and 10 cars and sending five people to the hospital. The governor of the region confirmed the incident on Telegram. London's intelligence reports suggest that this isn't an isolated event.
There are videos of a Shahed drone being shot down by a German Gepard anti-aircraft tank. Gepard tanks, first developed in the 1970s, have been in circulation in Ukraine since 2022 and have proven to be popular due to their capability to protect against daily drone attacks. The Ukrainian ambassador to Germany, Oleksii Makeiev, says that these tanks are "5-6 shots are usually enough for a Shahed," a type of Iranian drone. Makeiev also shares a video of the successful launch.
The US Department of Defense confirms that Ukrainian forces have received weapons from the US. Washington is also working to get more aid to the front lines as soon as possible. John Kirby, a Department of Defense spokesman, says that some of the first aid package supplies are already in use by the Ukrainian military. "Heaven and hell" are in motion, with the remainder of the package still being prepared. The US recently announced a new aid package worth $400 million.
Fighters over Kharkiv are facing a massive offensive, and political scientist Thomas Jäger offers three possible scenarios: Russia might be trying to cause a humanitarian crisis in the region, dividing Ukraine, or wanting to change the frontline near Kharkiv. While Ukraine is struggling to defend itself, its supporters have not been as active as it would like.
The US Department of Defense revealed that Ukrainian troops have gotten weapons from the US. To speed up the delivery process, Washington is pushing to bring more supplies to the front lines. Kirby, a spokesman for the Department of Defense, says that the first defense aid package is already in use by the Ukrainian military, and the rest of the package is being processed.
Ukraine is dealing with a sizable offensive in its Kharkiv region. Russian forces have allegedly taken control of five villages – Pletenivka, Ohirtseve, Borysivka, Pylna, and Strilechna – located near the border with the Russian Belgorod Oblast. The Russian Ministry of Defense says there's been a significant number of Ukrainian casualties and equipment damage. However, no independent confirmation exists.
Ukraine's briefing on the war shows that Russia may be more focused on diverting Ukrainian forces than focusing on a direct attack on Kharkiv. It's also making efforts to better position its artillery to target the city.
Recently, UK intelligence revealed that there have been several instances of munitions accidentally dropped in Russian civilian areas, including in Belgorod. As many as 20 incidents of stray ammunition occurred between March and April, which has led to casualties.
Ger-man Gepard anti-aircraft tanks are experiencing major success against Iranian Shahed drones in Ukraine. The Ukrainian ambassador to Germany, Oleksii Makeiev, stated that "5-6 shots are usually enough for a Shahed." Additionally, Makeiev shared a video of a successful launch of the Cheetah.
The US Department of Defense confirmed that Ukrainian troops got weapons from the USA in response to the worsening situation. Washington is working to quickly deliver more supplies to the front lines. Kirby, a Department of Defense spokesman, says that part of the first defense aid package is already being used by Ukrainian soldiers. "Heaven and hell" are being set in motion to bring the remaining items to the front.
10:33 Repelling all assaults? Russia persists in attacking in the Kharkiv border area, per Ukraine
According to the Ukrainian military leadership, the army is still holding out against Russia's offensive in the Kharkiv border area. This morning, the military reported nine skirmishes on this portion of the frontline. The general consensus is that the Russian advances have been repelled. However, verification of this information is not possible. The Ukrainian military has been declaring Russian movement on two main sections of the frontline since Friday. The anticipated offensive was expected as the Russian military had amassed many thousands of soldiers near the border. Nonetheless, Ukrainian and Russian military experts, along with international analysts, speculate that the advance was not yet aimed at the city of Kharkiv.
10:08 Weichert on the offensive near Kharkiv: "Russia is striking, Ukraine can only respond again"
Russian forces are attempting to gain traction in the Kharkiv region and are launching a major assault. Jürgen Weichert describes the magnitude of the territorial gains and how Ukraine is defending against them. Additionally, Weichert reports on his emotional visit to a German-funded prosthetic center in Lviv.
09:41 German Bundestag members support deployment of Western troops for air defense in Ukraine
Leading German parliamentarians from the CDU, FDP, and Greens are proposing to establish a secure zone up to 70 kilometers wide on Ukraine's borders with Poland, Slovakia, Hungary, and Romania, using Western air defense. In conversations with the Frankfurter Allgemeine Sonntagszeitung newspaper, they are in favor of a proposal championed by military expert Nico Lange from the Munich Security Conference, among others. On behalf of the CDU/CSU parliamentary group, its spokesperson for crisis prevention, Roderich Kiesewetter, states that this deployment on NATO's eastern flank would allow Western nations to shoot down "unmanned Russian missiles" over Ukraine. This would relieve the Ukrainian air defense and enable it to defend the front lines.
09:11 "Staggeringly high" – Ukraine claims significant losses among Russian troops
The current Russian offensive in the eastern part of the country and the assault near Kharkiv could also be reflected in casualty figures. Over the past day, Kiev reported the elimination of 1,320 Russian soldiers, 15 tanks, 40 armored personnel carriers, and 55 artillery systems. In addition, two missile launchers, an air defense system, and 64 other military vehicles were destroyed. The veracity of this information is not confirmed. Security analyst Frank Umbach informs ntv.de that Russian troop losses in the war are "staggeringly high" and will likely exceed 500,000 soldiers by year's end, according to NATO's estimates. Moscow is also struggling with conscription:
08:34 News crews gain rare glimpse into opulent Putin palace
Per news crews, they have managed to film the interior of Russian President Vladimir Putin's palace in Gelendzhik. It is said to be complete, featuring opulent furnishings, sculptures, large chandeliers, and a swimming pool among its many luxuries:
07:56 ISW reports on the Russian offensive near Kharkiv, raises concerns about the city's safety
The Institute for the Study of War (ISW) suspects that Russia's significant offensive in the northern Kharkiv region aims to draw Ukrainian forces and resources away from other crucial frontlines in eastern Ukraine. It is also highly probable that Russian troops have reserve units ready to intensify their operations in the coming days, according to ISW. "Nevertheless, the current limited efforts of Russia's armed forces do not indicate that they are immediately pursuing a sweeping, comprehensive offensive to encircle and seize Kharkiv." The US think tank believes it would be difficult for the Russian military to capture Kharkiv if it intended to do so. This is because it would "presumably necessitate reallocating other critical sectors of the front and redeploying large numbers of soldiers from the Luhansk and Donetsk regions, which is unlikely given the Russian military's long-standing objective of capturing those regions."
07:17 EU aims to allocate interest earnings from frozen Russian assets worth billions to Ukraine – 'Almost nothing,' says Justice Minister
Approximately 210 billion euros in Russian assets are presumed to be frozen in the EU. Officials in Brussels are looking to utilize the interest earnings from these assets to purchase arms for Ukraine. However, the resulting funds would only amount to a low single-digit billion sum. Ukrainian Justice Minister Denys Maliuska told Politico that the yearly package of 3 billion euros from the earnings of frozen Russian assets is "barely significant" when considering the country's needs. "We need hundreds of billions to win the war," Maliuska said. "The Ukrainian government is adamant about full seizure and genuinely believes this is legitimate, the only course that will prove decisive in resolving the war."
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06:39 US Announces $400 Million Arms Package to Assist Ukraine's Critical Needs
The United States Department of Defense is providing additional assistance to help Ukraine meet its crucial security and defense requirements. This marks the 57th tranche of equipment drawn from US stockpiles for Ukraine since August 2021. The package has a value of $400 million, according to a statement issued by the US government. It comprises ammunition for Patriot and NASAMS air defense systems, Stinger anti-aircraft missiles, artillery shells, Bradley infantry fighting vehicles, HIMARS artillery rocket systems and ammunition, and M113 armored personnel carriers.
06:04 Ukraine Operationalizes Nine Robotic Complexes
Since the beginning of the year, the Ukrainian Ministry of Defense has deployed nine land-based robotic complexes. These robots play a variety of roles in combat, reducing the dangers faced by Ukrainian troops. Tasks range from engaging in machine gun battles to clearing landmines and assisting in the evacuation of injured soldiers. A representative from the Ministry of Defense, Colonel Volodymyr Rochniak, adds that many domestic manufacturers are focusing on the production of robotic systems to enhance the capabilities of the Ukrainian Armed Forces and safeguard the lives of soldiers.
05:34 Civilians Killed in Sumy Region by Russian Attacks
Russian forces shelled nine settlements along the border with Sumy Oblast on May 10, resulting in the death of one civilian and the wounding of two others, reports the regional military administration. A 64-year-old woman was killed, and her 17-year-old granddaughter was injured due to shelling in the village of Esman. A resident of Seredyna-Buda also sustained injuries as a result of shelling.
04:45 Official: Russia Aims to Destroy Ukrainian City of Vovchansk
According to a Ukrainian official, Russian forces intend to destroy the Ukrainian border town of Vovchansk. The head of the police patrol in the town claims there have been hundreds of artillery, mine, and cluster bomb attacks within a 24-hour period. The town is facing the brunt of these attacks as the Russians attempt to infiltrate the region.
03:35 Killed in Ukrainian Attack on Luhansk Oil Depot
At least three people were killed in an attack by the Ukrainian military on an oil depot in the Russian-controlled region of Luhansk, according to a local Russian governor. Additionally, six people were injured by the blast, and two suffered from smoke inhalation. The governor, Leonid Passetschnik, suggests that Ukraine used tactical army missile systems supplied by the US, but offers no evidence to support his claim. Ukraine has not yet commented on the incident.
02:20 Russian Claims Ukraine Launched Drone Attacks on Belgorod and Kursk Oblasts
Russian authorities allege that Ukraine launched drone attacks on Belgorod and Kursk regions on May 10, causing damage to agricultural structures and equipment. The Russian Ministry of Defense states that air defense units fired 17 projectiles from the Vampire multiple rocket launcher, 13 drones, and five guided aerial bombs over Belgorod Oblast. The governor of Belgorod, Vyacheslav Gladkov, reports that one drone dropped onto a farm and damaged three buildings and two pieces of equipment. The Kursk region experienced drone attacks on 12 settlements, causing damage to an infrastructure facility, asserts Russia's Kursk governor, Roman Starovoit.
00:53 Zelensky: Intense Fighting Along Entire Front
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky notes an intense response from Ukraine to the most recent Russian offensive. "We face ferocious fighting across the entire front," Zelensky says in a video message. "We aim to eradicate the invader in a manner that will render all Russian offensive plans ineffective."
00:16 Fire Breaks Out in Oil Storage Facility Near Luhansk After Attack
TASS, a Russian news agency, reports an attack on an oil depot located in the Russian-controlled area of Luhansk. A fire erupted at the depot following a Ukrainian attack. Ukrainian bloggers have shared information that the village of Rowenky was the target of the strike on its oil storage facility.
23:46 US Government Expresses Concern Over Kremlin Operations in Kharkiv
Washington is monitoring with apprehension the latest major Russian offensive near Ukraine's city of Kharkiv. National Security Council Communications Director John Kirby remarks, "We anticipated that Russia would launch an offensive against Kharkiv, and it now appears to have initiated." Despite multiple failed attempts to capture Kharkiv in the past, the current efforts by the Russian military spark concern.
22:14 US Issues Concerned Response to Latest Russian Aggression at Kharkiv
The US government is watching the new large-scale Russian operation near Kharkiv in Ukraine with worry. John Kirby, Communications Director for the National Security Council, notes, "We had predicted that Russia would make a move against Kharkiv, and now it seems to have started to do so." Over the months since Russia's invasion of Ukraine, Moscow made several attempts to seize Kharkiv without success. "Such actions by the Russian military in the area are both intriguing and distressing," Kirby concludes.
9:51 PM Zelensky: "It's the actual weapons that we receive in Ukraine that make a difference"
President Zelensky has stated that the Ukrainian military must receive prompt assistance from foreign countries in order to effectively protect themselves against the newest Russian offensive. In his nightly video message, he stressed, "What makes a significant impact are the weapons that are actually transported into Ukraine, not just promised deliveries." Predictably, the Russian attack was not a complete surprise. "We're familiar with the strength of the invaders' troops and their strategy," Zelensky added. "Our soldiers, artillery, and drones are fighting against the occupiers."
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- The Ukrainian military, aided by US-supplied military equipment, successfully counterattacked the Russian forces near Avdiivka, utilizing newly acquired Bradley tanks and anti-tank mines.
- Amidst the Ukraine conflict, Volodymyr Selensky, the Ukrainian President, has urged NATO for stronger support, citing recent Russian cyberwar attacks and military operations in Eastern Ukraine.
- The attack on Ukraine by Russia has garnered global concern, with countries such as Germany providing Gepard anti-aircraft tanks to help Ukraine defend against daily drone attacks, like the Iranian Shahed.
- In the ongoing Russia-Ukraine conflict, despite claims of territorial gains by the Russian Ministry of Defense, multiple Ukrainian regions like Kharkiv, Sumy, and others have reported civilian casualties and destruction due to Russian attacks.
Source: www.ntv.de
