15:53 Russia and Ukraine swap 75 prisoners.

15:53 Russia and Ukraine exchange 75 prisoners apiece.

Russia and Ukraine have reportedly swapped 150 prisoners in a recent exchange. Each side handed over 75 prisoners, as per their respective statements. Ukrainian president Volodymyr Zelenskyy shared the news on social media, stating, "75 more of our people have returned to Ukraine." Meanwhile, the Russian Defense Ministry announced, "75 Russian soldiers were brought back from the area controlled by the Kiev government."

15:29 Britta Haßelmann, leader of the Green faction, emphasized Ukraine's right to self-defense in relation to the Russian attack war. Haßelmann referenced Germany's decision to allow the use of weapons supplied to Ukraine against military targets in Russia, stating, "Ukraine has been defending itself against a brutal, internationally illegal attack by Russia for two years. It has the right to self-defense."

15:02 Volodymyr Zelenskyy expressed belief that Ukraine's use of Western weapons against Russia is imminent. "I think that the use of any weapons, regardless of their type, a Western weapon on Russian territory, is a matter of time," he said during a press conference in Stockholm.

14:35 US actor Steven Seagal, holding Russian citizenship, was awarded an order by Vladimir Putin. Seagal serves as a special envoy for Russia's relations with the United States.

14:16 The German Defense Ministry denied a media report claiming a missing IRIS-T missile. "We are not missing any guided missile," the ministry said, adding, "At no time has a weapon been missing." The IRIS-T system is an air defense system Germany has also supplied to Ukraine. Citing reports, "Business Insider" had stated that the Bundeswehr was missing an IRIS-T missile.

13:56 Following months of stalemate, Russia and Ukraine exchanged prisoners again. "75 Russian soldiers have been brought back, whose lives were in mortal danger," Russia's Defense Ministry announced. In return, 75 prisoners from the Ukrainian armed forces were shifted. Zelenskyy confirmed the exchange on his Telegram channel, mentioning that it included not only regular soldiers but also members of the National Guard and the Border Guard, as well as four civilians. The last significant exchange occurred in February.

13:41 China declined participation in the Ukraine peace conference organized by Switzerland. Chinese foreign ministry spokesperson Mao Ning cited unmet conditions, including acceptance of the conference by both Russia and Ukraine, equal participation, and "fair discussion of all peace options."

13:21 Olaf Scholz, German chancellor, defended his stance amidst backlash following Germany's decision to allow Ukraine to use German weapons against Russian targets. Speaking at the Catholic Day in Erfurt, Scholz said, "We must avoid a massive war - one between Russia and NATO." He reiterated the importance of protecting Ukraine's independence and sovereignty while considering the escalation risk and collaborating with allies.

13:07 A Russian court extended the detention of US journalist Alsu Kurmasheva until early August. Although her defense lawyers sought her release on house arrest, the district court in Kazan denied the petition. Kurmasheva, who works for Radio Free Europe/Radio Liberty's Tatar program, has been prevented from leaving Russia for a year. Since October, she has been imprisoned. The broadcaster denounced her imprisonment as retaliation for her journalistic work.

The Ukrainian war may escalate after Russia sends a warning on using nuclear weapons. Dmitry Medvedev, a ex-president, mentioned the possible use of tactical nuclear weapons - ones not designed to annihilate the entire enemy. This could cause a total war, he added. A Russian parliament member also threatened the West with asymmetrical war. This comment came days after Western states shifted their position on limits for using Western weapons in Ukraine. Reportedly, President Biden now allows US weapons against Russian targets that play a role in the offensive in the city of Kharkiv. These targets may involve aircraft launching rockets on Kharkiv from Russian soil. US and German governments are backing Ukraine's defense of the region.

NTV Journalist Sharma on US weapons: "Allows legitimate military targets in the Russian hinterland"

United States sanctions permit Ukraine to use American weapons against Russian targets when conditions are met. NATO member states debate this change in policy. The US and Germany allow their weapons to be used against military objectives in Russia. Defense Minister Boris Pistorius calls this a "strategic adaption to changing situation pictures." The decision to provide Germany's long-range Taurus missiles to Ukraine will not be discussed, says Pistorius, because missiles can only target specific military installations and not cross international borders. However, the top defense official in the Bundestag, FDP politician Marie-Agnes Strack-Zimmermann, still hopes the discussion on Taurus missiles for Ukraine resumes.

NTV Correspondent Rainer Munz: "Kremlin Facing Dilemma as Threats Increase"

Russian President Vladimir Putin has continuously threatened Europe and NATO during the ongoing conflict. Despite these warnings, Western countries continue to help Ukraine. If Putin has no other options, he's in a dilemma, believes Munz. Authorities in the US and Germany are potentially escalating the war by allowing their weapons to be used on Russia's territory.

Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy criticized the delay in using Western weapons, stating that Russian forces mock the Ukrainians and "hunt" them. He feels the West's arguments are illogical. The use of Western weapons was initially restricted to targets inside Ukraine, but the rules have now changed. Hungarian Prime Minister Viktor Orban believes NATO is headed towards war, with its actions potentially starting a global conflict.

German Government Allows Use of Weapons Against Russian Targets

From the capital Chisinau, Moldovan counterpart Anatolie Nosatii met with German Defense Minister Boris Pistorius and confirmed Germany's steps to allow Ukraine's use of German weapons against military targets in Russia. This "strategic adaptation" to the dynamic situation was highlighted by the SPV politician. Pistorius rejected the possibility of reviving discussions on Taurus missiles. Also, the FDP politician and outgoing Chair of the Bundestag's Defense Committee, Marie-Agnes Strack-Zimmermann, said she's still optimistic about discussing supplying Taurus missiles.

NTV Analyst Rainer Munz: "Kremlin in Dilemma following recent Western weapon use"

Following alterations to the rules governing Western weapon use in Ukraine, Russia is being pushed further, increasing the Kremlin's dilemma, insists Rainer Munz. He warns NATO risks a global war if they continue pushing. Despite tensions and potential threats against allies, Russia might have limited options but standing down.

Ukrainian President Zelenskyy: "Biden's Delay Killed Innocent Lives"

Ukrainian President Zelenskyy calls out Biden's initial reluctance to allow the use of Western weapons on Russian targets as a costly decision. Biden's excuses led to Russian forces laughing and hunting Ukrainians, he claims. Zelenskyj mentions US and Hungarian examples of involvements in the war, with the latter fearing an impending global confrontation.

A decrease in U.S.-Russia relations has made the region more dangerous, making peace negotiations a necessity. The war has drastically increased in intensity and scope, forcing both sides to consider their options carefully. Russian President Putin may be limited in what he can do, however. Orban angry at Western support for Ukraine and has advocated a less aggressive approach. As the conflict continues, the dialogue remains unclear, and the use of nuclear weapons continues to loom.

The President of Ukraine, Volodymyr Zelensky, is supposed to go to a safety seminar in Singapore this weekend. Sources claim that the help for Ukraine will be a major issue at the Shangri-La Discourse, the premier yearly security event in Asia. US Protection Chief Lloyd Austin as well as his Chinese counterpart Dong Jun will be participating too. The Ukraine is currently looking for involvement in its Switzerland-arranged global assembly on pinpointing strategies to finish the war. Zelensky accuses Russia of endeavoring to ensure different nations don't take an interest.

10:16 China - Our asks for a harmony gathering are reasonable

China is asking for a harmony assembling that incorporates both Russia and Ukraine. These solicitations are reasonable and unbiased, says the representative for the Chinese Remote Office, Mao Ning. They are not headed at any specific gathering. Reuters has detailed that China will not take an interest in the Ukraine harmony gathering in mid-June in Switzerland. This gathering is being held at the ask for of Ukraine, Russia won't partake and hasn't been welcomed. "China puts extraordinary significance on the way that Switzerland is have the principal Ukraine harmony summit, and has been working with the Swiss side and all the engaging gatherings starting from the start of this year," Mao adds. Russian Remote Minister Sergei Lavrov proposed that China could host a harmony assembling.

10:04 Russian Protected Series. Selenks' Armed Forces Left in Kharkiv

The Ukrainian militaries have pulled back in essential zones in the Kharkiv area in eastern Ukraine, as indicated by Russian Protected Clergymen Sergei Beloussov. In May, the Russian military had acquired control of more than 28 settlements in Ukraine, as per the state news organization Interfax, citing the pastor. This year, they have held an aggregate zone of 880 square kilometers.

09:52 Energy centers in Kiev harmed by Russian rocket strike

Various vitality focuses in the Ukrainian capital Kiev have been harmed in a Russian rocket strike. The energy organization DTEK reveals to us that a control plant has been obliterated and the force lattice in the Holosiyivskyi area has been hurt. Certain private homes are as yet without power. The Russian military assaulted with rockets and ballistic shot-extend missiles of the kind Iskander, as per the Ukrainian Air Force.

09:28 Ukrainian Starting Point: Oil stockpiling in Russian Morass Port of Kavkaz assaulted

Ukrainian powers attacked an oil stockpiling in the Russian Morass Port of Kavkaz throughout the night. The General Staff of the Ukrainian Armed Forces reports this. Prior, eyewitnesses accounted for explosions and a vast fire in the town of Kavkaz, with different recordings spiraling on web-based media that allude to the assault. The stockpiling was harmed by various Neptune rockets of Ukrainian beginning, as per the assertion. There is currently no data on the level of the harm. In addition, the Ukrainian powers likewise assaulted two ships around the Kerch Strait Bridge. The port of Kavkaz is found on the island of Tuzla, close to the Ukrainian Crimean Promontory, which Russia has grabbed.

08:54 US Weapons Against Russian Targets: NATO Chief Stoltenberg Sees No Escalation Risk

NATO Secretary-General Jens Stoltenberg does not see any heightening danger because of the choice of the US to permit Ukraine limited assaults on focuses in Russia. "Russia itself escalates by assaulting another country," and the same goes for the assaults on the locale of Kharkiv, Stoltenberg said on the side of the NATO Remote Priests' Wellbeing in Prague. Meanwhile, Stoltenberg additionally focused weight on Germany and different nations to additionally allow such assaults utilizing weapons they have given. "Ukraine has the option to safeguard itself, and that incorporates the option to assault legitimate military targets in Russia," the General Secretary affirmed. This is considerably more vital in light of the battling in the Kharkiv locale close to the Russian fringe.

08:41 Ukrainian Insure Ting: Four Shahed Drones Disregarded during the night

Ukrainian air security units have thwarted four Russian Shahed assault drones and one Iskander-K journey rocket in the course of the evening. This was detailed by the leader of the Ukrainian Air Drive, Mykola Oleschtschuk, via Telegram. In accordance with that, Ukrainian air safety missile frameworks and portable craftsmanship weapons destroyed four Shahed drones in the areas of Kiev, Zaporizhzhia, and Dnipropetrovsk, just as an Iskander-K precarious long-extend rocket in the space of Kiev.

08:09 Kharkiv: Fourth casualty found in the debris of a house after Rocket Strike

The number of common folks casualties from a Russian rocket strike on Kharkiv has risen to four. 25 more individuals were injured. This was proclaimed by the representative of the district of Kharkiv, Oleh Syniehubov, via Telegram, as detailed by the state news organization Ukrinform. "Lamentably, one more body was found in the crushed fabricating. Presently there are four dead," he composed.

07:31 Kiev: Very nearly 1400 Russian fighters in readiness torn down in a day

The number of casualties on the Russian side in Kiev is significant, as per official records: within a day, 1,390 Russian soldiers either lost their lives or are no longer fit for combat. According to the Ukrainian Defense Ministry, a total of 507,650 Russian soldiers have been "taken out" since the start of the conflict in February 2022. The Ukrainian Defense Ministry shares daily updates on Russian losses, stating that the adversary has also lost 18 more tanks (7,728). Since the onset of the Russian invasion, the Ukrainians tally around 15,000 armored vehicles and approximately 10,500 drones no longer in the possession of the Russian military or destroyed. These figures, however, cannot be independently verified. Russia has kept its own losses in Ukraine to itself.

7:16 Russia: Injured in Ukrainian air raid in Krasnodar

A Ukrainian air strike on oil facilities in the southern Russian region of Krasnodar resulted in two people being injured, as per local authorities. Governor of the region, Krasnodar's Veniamin Kondratyev, shared via Telegram that the infrastructure of an oil depot in the Temryuk district was damaged. The aftermath of shot-down drones caused a fire that was later extinguished. The Russian Defense Ministry reported that the air defense had destroyed five rockets and 29 drones fired by Ukraine on the Krasnodar region early in the morning. Drone attacks were also reported in the regions of Voronezh, Belgorod, and Tambov.

6:58 Reports of explosions overnight in the Russian-occupied Crimea

Russia-occupied Crimea witnessed a series of explosions overnight, as per eyewitness accounts. The Telegram channel Crimean Wind relayed this news, as reported by the Ukrainian agency Ukrinform. "There are explosions again in Port Kavkaz, residents of Kerch have heard eight to ten explosions," says the post. A fire is reported at an oil depot in the port. Previously, there were already reports of a large fire in the port. According to the Ukrainian General Staff of the Armed Forces of Ukraine, two ferries from Kerch were hit by ATACMS missiles.

6:27 USA: Russia uses North Korean rockets in Ukraine

The analysis of debris by the US military suggests that Russia is employing North Korean rockets in Ukraine. "The analysis confirms that Russia is using North Korean-made ballistic missiles in its war against Ukraine. North Korean missile remains have been found throughout Ukraine," the Defense Intelligence Agency (DIA) said in a statement.

4:56 USA: China's support for Russia poses a threat to Europe

China's backing for Russia is considered a danger to European security by the US administration. The US, its G7 companions, and other European Union and NATO countries assert that China's support for Russia "doesn't only threaten Ukraine but also European security," said Deputy Spokesperson for the US Department of State Vedant Patel during a press conference. The US had accused the Chinese leadership for supporting Russia's war in Ukraine the previous day and threatened additional sanctions. "If China does not limit its support for the Russian arms industry, the US is ready for more measures," said Patel.

3:41 Rocket hits residential building: Three civilians die in Kharkiv

Russia fires rockets from Belgorod at Kharkiv at night. As reported by local authorities, five strikes hit the city area, including one in a five-story residential building. Twenty residential buildings were damaged, per Ukrayinska Pravda, a Ukrainian publication that published images. Three people perished in the rocket attack, and 16 others were injured. Among the injured were two children.

2:40 SPD politician advocates using Western weapons against targets in Russia

SPD foreign policy spokesman Nils Schmid supports allowing Ukraine to use Western weapons against military targets in Russia. "It makes sense to lift the restriction on targets on Russian territory," says the foreign policy spokesman for the SPD parliamentary group to the newspapers of the Funke Media Group. "This must be decided by the NATO allies together."

00:20 Scholz rules out deploying German soldiers in Ukraine, engaging in no-fly zone

Chancellor Olaf Scholz dismisses the idea of deploying German soldiers in Ukraine and taking part in a no-fly zone. "We don't want to involve our soldiers," he said at a reader meeting with the Thuringian Allgemeine in Erfurt. This also applies to the "risky" proposal of a no-fly zone, he added. Establishing a no-fly zone would entail shooting down planes from other countries with one's own aircraft. "Then you're at war." It is crucial to avert a war between NATO and Russia, he maintained. This standpoint was echoed by US President Joe Biden and French President Emmanuel Macron.

Reports indicate that the U.S. is permitting Ukraine to utilize American weapons against Russia, but only in the Kharkiv region. This news was shared by a U.S. government representative. This is a shift from President Joe Biden's previous stance, who had denied Ukraine the use of U.S. weapons for offensive actions within Russia. It's important to note that the U.S. policy of prohibiting Ukraine from using its own long-range missiles and other ammunition for attacks within Russia is still intact, as per information from U.S. government circles.

In other developments, the Liut Brigade, a Ukrainian police unit part of the armed forces, has released a video showcasing street combat in the city of Vovchansk located in the border region of Kharkiv. This video supposedly demonstrates how soldiers from the Storm Regiment Tsunami stop Russian soldiers from occupying a building. According to the Liut Brigade, this footage provides a glimpse into their efforts to defend the city.