15:19 Russian soldiers apparently arrest Georgians illegally in South Ossetia
Russian forces arrested a Georgian citizen unlawfully near the village of Adzvi on the border with the occupied region of South Ossetia on Saturday, according to "Kyiv Independent", citing the Georgian State Security Service. The information about the unlawful detention was immediately reported to the EU Monitoring Mission in Georgia. "The Russian occupation troops are responsible for all destructive actions committed in the occupied territories of Georgia and along the occupation line," the security service is further quoted as saying. Moscow gained full control over the Georgian territories of Abkhazia and South Ossetia following its invasion of Georgia in 2008.
15:43 Zelenskyy hopes for more help after US trip
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy announced additional aid for the military and arms industries following his return from the US. At the NATO summit in Washington, concrete agreements were reached to strengthen Ukraine's defense capabilities; this includes weapons for soldiers and support for Ukraine's military industries, Zelenskyy said. There will also be more Patriots and dozens of other air defense systems. In the past week alone, Russia fired over 700 guided bombs, more than 170 various types of combat drones, and nearly 80 rockets at Ukraine, the Ukrainian leader told X.
15:11 Russia reports capture of another village in eastern Ukraine
The Russian army, according to the Russian Defense Ministry in Moscow, has taken control of another village in eastern Ukraine. The ministry announced that the village of Uroshchynje in the Donetsk region was taken by "troops of the Eastern Group of Forces." The village is located along the southern frontline near the Zaporizhzhia region. It was one of the few settlements that the Ukrainian army managed to recapture during its counteroffensive in 2023. The Russian troops had advanced on a south-north axis along the Mokryi Yalynyi River.
14:36 Russians kill 13 Ukrainians on Saturday
Thirteen people were killed and 54 others were wounded, including children, in Russian attacks on Ukraine on Saturday, according to local authorities, as reported by "Kyiv Independent". The civilian casualties were reported in the oblasts of Kharkiv, Donetsk, Kherson, and Dnipropetrovsk.
14:26 Kremlin implies US government indirect responsibility for Trump shootingThe Kremlin implied indirect responsibility of the US government for the shooting of US presidential candidate Donald Trump. "We do not believe that the current authorities organized the attempt to eliminate or kill Trump," Kremlin spokesman Dmitry Peskov told journalists. "But an atmosphere was created in the US where such actions could have been possible. It was obvious to all external observers that his life was in danger," Peskov claimed.
13:53 Zelenskyy: More than 700 guided bomb attacks in the past weekIn the past seven days, Russia has launched more than 700 guided bombs, over 170 various types of combat drones, and nearly 80 rockets against Ukraine, Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy announced on social media. "The scale of this evil must be met with the scale of decisions to protect human life. Every partner can make a difference and strengthen defense against terror," Zelenskyy wrote further.
12:55 DeepState: Russians advancing in Donetsk region, Urozhaine seized
According to the DeepState portal, which is close to the Ukrainian Defense Ministry, the Russian forces have taken control of the village of Urozhaine in the Donetsk region. The fighting in Zalizny and Klishchiivka is continuing, and the Russians are reportedly advancing in the areas of Oleksandropol, Nowoseliwka Perscha, and Makijiwka. Urozhaine was seized by Russian forces during Russia's offensive against Ukraine in 2022. It is reported that Urozhaine was retaken by the Ukrainian military in August 2023.
12:07 Russia: 3-tonne bomb dropped on Ukrainian military base
The Russian Defense Ministry has released a video showing a Su-34 fighter jet dropping a heavy bomb. The Su-34 is a two-seat jet bomber developed in the Soviet Union. According to the Russian Defense Ministry, the bomb dropped was the FAB-3000 type, which weighs three tonnes in total, with the warhead reportedly weighing around 1200 kg. The Russian Defense Ministry claims that the bomb hit a Ukrainian military base.
11:30 Ukraine: Death toll rises to six after Russian air strikes in Donetsk region
Six people have been reported killed in the Donetsk region following Russian air strikes. Two people were killed each in Nowootscheretuwate (see entry at 21:53) and Progres, one person in Kostiantynopolskiy, and one person in Novoselivka Pershii (see entry at 22:17). This information was shared by the Ukrainian governor of the Donetsk region, Wadym Filaschkin, on social media. In total, 11 people were injured in the attacks throughout the day.
11:00 Report: Ireland preparing security agreement with Ukraine
Ireland is reportedly taking the initial steps to draft a security agreement with Ukraine. According to "The Kyiv Independent," Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy made a brief stopover at Shannon Airport in Ireland during his return flight from the NATO summit in Washington. "The Kyiv Independent" reports that Harris described the meeting as "a very good meeting," during which they discussed the possibility of a 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 approximately 0.2% of its Gross Domestic Product. The Irish government does not supply weapons to Ukraine but has recognized the Russian war against Ukraine as a genocide.
10:24 Ukraine: Six Russian air raids repelled
In the night, the Ukrainian air defense reportedly shot down two enemy missiles of the CH-59/Ch-69 type and four reconnaissance drones: three Orlan-10s and one ZALA. This information was shared by the Ukrainian air defense on social media.
09:42 Russia uses Trump attack for propagandaRussia utilizes the attempted assassination attempt on the former US President Donald Trump for its own purposes just hours after the incident. The Russian Foreign Ministry spokeswoman calls on the US government to "review its policy of inciting hatred." Such a policy targets "political opponents, countries, and peoples," announced Maria Zakharova. She also used the attack to make propaganda against US support for Ukraine. The money for "the weapons delivery to Zelenskyy" should "perhaps be better used for financing the police and other services that ensure law and order in the US," she says to republican politicians.
09:00 Ukraine publishes numbers on Russian lossesThe Ukrainian General Staff publishes new loss figures for the Russian troops in Ukraine. According to this, Russia has lost approximately 559,090 soldiers in Ukraine since February 24, 2022. Alone within 24 hours, the losses amounted to 1,320. According to the report from Kiev, at least seven tanks and 46 artillery systems were also destroyed. Since the beginning of the large-scale attack, Russia has lost 8,206 tanks, 15,262 artillery systems, and 361 aircraft, 326 helicopters, 12,108 drones, 28 ships, and a submarine, according to Ukraine. Western estimations give lower loss figures - which are also only minimum values.
07:59 Air alarm in the region of ZaporizhiaMilitary Governor Ivan Fedorov of the Zaporizhia region calls for an air raid alert in the southern Ukrainian region. On Telegram, he reports on attacks with ballistic missiles. According to Fedorov, other regions in Ukraine are also being attacked. He makes no statements on casualties, injuries, or deaths.
06:30 Russia reports downed drone in BelgorodRussia reports a destroyed Ukrainian drone in the Russian region of Belgorod from the previous night. According to the Russian Defense Ministry, "an attempt by the Kiev regime to carry out a terrorist attack with a drone" was thwarted at approximately 23:05 Moscow Time. In Belgorod and other border regions of Ukraine, there have been frequent Ukrainian attacks. The night before, for example, an oil depot in the region of Rostov was set on fire by Ukrainian drones.
06:06 "F-16 is not a game changer"The Ukrainian Foreign Minister Dmytro Kuleba states that no specific weapon will change the situation in the war, but an adequate supply of weapons and ammunition to the Ukrainian troops. "No single weapon can be a game changer that changes everything. We can only change the situation for the better if we have all the necessary weapons, sufficient equipment and ammunition. That's why F-16 fighter jets, as well as various types of air defense systems, are just as important as tanks, armored vehicles, and artillery ammunition," so Kuleba.
05:06 Kiev: The Crimea Bridge must be destroyedThe Crimea has transformed into an uncomfortable territory. This is the achievement of the Ukrainian security and defense forces, explains the head of the Ukrainian Security Service, General Lieutenant Kyrylo Budanov. "Ukrinform" reports this, citing the agency's press service. The rebuilding of the Black Sea Fleet after a series of Ukrainian attacks would present a challenge for Moscow, Budanov says. The goal is the destruction of the Crimea Bridge, he adds. So far, it has been possible to force Russia to withdraw its warships as far as possible from the Crimea, the head of the Ukrainian Defense Ministry says.
00:01 Ukraine shoots down two Russian reconnaissance drones
Ukrainian 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 Odessa with a ballistic missile, the report says. It is believed to be an Iskander-M missile fired from the Crimea.
22:17 Two dead in Dnipropetrovsk Oblast
There were fatal attacks in the Dnipropetrovsk Oblast before the attack on Nowootscheretuwate. The terrain of a farm in Kostiantynopolske was hit by bombs - one person died, another was injured. In Tschassiw Jar, a warehouse was damaged, resulting in another death.
21:53 Civilian casualties in Dnipropetrovsk Oblast
Civilians are dying in the Dnipropetrovsk Oblast after a Russian attack. The village of Nowootscheretuwate was hit by bombs, reports "Ukrainska Pravda" citing the military administration. Two people were killed in the attack, another was injured. The victims were reportedly in a house that was hit by a bomb. A total of ten buildings were damaged.
21:11 Russians kill medics with second attack on village
This cruel tactic is well known: After an attack, the Russians fire again on a target to hit rescue forces. It seems this was also the case with the attack on the village of Budy in the Kharkiv Oblast (Eastern Ukraine). Among the two dead was the head of the emergency medical services of the oblast, Artem Kstyria, reports "Kyiv Independent" citing the Interior Ministry. "The terrorists cynically and deliberately attacked as rescue forces arrived at the scene," said the mayor of Kharkiv, Igor Terekhov.
15:52 Ukraine-Conflict escalates with cyberwar attacksFollowing the escalation of military operations, there have been reports of cyberwar attacks on Ukraine. The Ukrainian government has accused Russia of being behind these cyberattacks, aiming to disrupt critical infrastructure and government systems.
15:08 NATO rallies support for Ukraine during summitThe NATO summit in Washington saw Western allies pledging more military aid and support for Ukraine in the ongoing conflict against Russia. Volodymyr Zelenskyy, the Ukrainian President, highlighted the importance of this aid in strengthening Ukraine's defense capabilities.
14:55 Russia denies involvement in cyberwar attacks on UkraineRussia has denied any involvement in the cyberwar attacks on Ukraine, with the Russian Foreign Ministry stating that such allegations are baseless and aimed at damaging Russia's international reputation.
14:24 Attack on Ukraine's energy infrastructureRussia's military operations have extended to attacks on Ukraine's energy infrastructure, resulting in power outages and disruptions in several regions. The Ukrainian government has called for international support to restore these services and protect critical infrastructure.
13:45 Russia and Ukraine continue political standoffDespite the ongoing military conflict, the political standoff between Russia and Ukraine shows no signs of abating. The two nations remain divided over issues such as Ukraine's sovereignty, territorial integrity, and its relationship with NATO.
