15:49 Russian soldiers apparently arrest Georgians illegally in South Ossetia
Russian forces arrested a Georgian citizen unlawfully near the village of Adzvi at 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 industry 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 defense industry, he said. There will also be more Patriots and dozens of other air defense systems. In the past week alone, Russia fired over 700 guided air-to-surface bombs, more than 170 types of combat drones, and nearly 80 rockets at Ukraine, Zelenskyy 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 Urozhainye in the Donetsk region was captured by "Units of the Eastern Military District" troops. The village is located along the southern frontline near the region of Zaporizhia. It was one of the few settlements that the Ukrainian army had managed to recapture during its counteroffensive in 2023. The Russian troops had advanced on a South-North axis along the Mokri Yal 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, local authorities reported to "Kyiv Independent". The civilian victims 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," Putin spokesman Dmitry Peskov told journalists. "However, an atmosphere was created in the US where such an act 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 bombing attacks in the past weekIn the past seven days, Russia has launched over 700 guided air-to-surface bombs, over 170 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 lives. Every partner can make a difference and strengthen defense against terror," he 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, the portal reports. Additionally, the Russians are reportedly advancing near Oleksandropol, Nowoseliwka Perscha, and Makijiwka. Urozhaine was seized by Russian forces during Russia's attack on 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 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, 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 each were killed 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 was announced by the Ukrainian governor of the Donetsk region, Wadym Filaschkin, on social media. In total, 11 people were reportedly injured in the attacks throughout the day.
11:00 Report: Ireland preparing security agreement with Ukraine
Ireland is reportedly taking the first steps towards drafting a security agreement with Ukraine. This was reported by "The Kyiv Independent" following a visit by Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy to Ireland. During his return flight from the NATO summit in Washington, Zelenskyy made a brief stopover at Shannon Airport in Ireland for a meeting with Irish Prime Minister Simon Harris. "The Kyiv Independent" reports that Harris described the encounter 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 roughly 0.2% of its Gross Domestic Product. The Irish government does not supply weapons to Ukraine but has recognized the war in Ukraine as a genocide.
10:24 Ukraine: Six Russian air raids repelled
In the night, the Ukrainian air defense reportedly shot down two enemy cruise missiles of the CH-59/Ch-69 type and four reconnaissance drones: three Orlan-10s and one ZALA, according to their own statements on social media.
09:42 Russia uses Trump attack for propagandaJust hours after the attempted assassination of former US President Donald Trump, Russia uses the incident for its own purposes. The spokeswoman of the Russian Foreign Ministry calls on the US government to "review their 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 supply 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 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 number of 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 estimates give lower loss figures - but they are only minimum values.
07:59 Air alarm over the region of ZaporizhiaMilitary Governor Ivan Fedorov of the Zaporizhia region in southern Ukraine declares an air raid alert in the 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 also 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, one that changes everything. We can only change the situation for the better if we have all the necessary weapons, adequate 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 Defense Intelligence, General Kyrylo Budanov. This is reported by "Ukrinform" citing the press service of the agency. The rebuilding of the Black Sea Fleet after a series of Ukrainian attacks would be 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, explains the head of the Ukrainian Defense Ministry.
00:01 Ukraine shoots down two Russian reconnaissance drones
Ukrainian forces shoot down two Russian drones of the Orlan type at the southern front. This is reported by "Ukrinform" citing a Telegram post from the South Air Command. The Russians are reportedly attacking Odessa 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 Dnipropetrovsk Oblast
There were fatal attacks in the Dnipropetrovsk Oblast even before the attack on Novootsherihivka. 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 deaths in Dnipropetrovsk Oblast
Civilians are reportedly killed in the Dnipropetrovsk Oblast after a Russian attack. The village of Novootsherihivka 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. This apparently also happened in the previously mentioned 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.
- In response to the ongoing Cyberwar and the Attack on Ukraine, Volodymyr Zelenskyy urged NATO for additional military support, which was agreed upon during the NATO summit in Washington.
- The latest escalation in the Ukraine-Conflict saw Russia reportedly capturing the village of Urozhainye in eastern Ukraine, further pressure on Ukraine's military operations.
- The international community and several political organizations have condemned Russia's military actions in Ukraine, with some even suggesting that Russia bears indirect responsibility for the Attack on Ukraine.
- The EU Monitoring Mission in Georgia has expressed concern over unlawful detentions near the occupied region of South Ossetia, highlighting the broader geopolitical implications of the Cyberwar and conflicts in neighboring regions.
- During Volodymyr Zelenskyy's meeting with Irish Prime Minister Simon Harris in Shannon Airport, discussions regarding a potential security agreement between Ireland and Ukraine took place, reflecting NATO's broader approach to supporting Ukraine in its fight against Russia.
