16:48 NATO accession attempt for Ukraine? "Would present Putin with success on a silver platter"
In Washington, NATO receives more support for Ukraine. Former chairman of Munich Security Conference Wolfgang Ischinger warns against deviating from the course, as hinted by Viktor Orban. A NATO membership application for Ukraine could also backfire.
16:12 Faeser: Russian attack on children's clinic is a war crimeGerman Interior Minister Nancy Faeser condemns the Russian aerial attack on Kiev, which damaged a children's clinic, sharply. "The rocket attack on a children's clinic is a heinous war crime, which once again shows how inhumane Putin is conducting his war against Ukraine," she states in a press release. "Given that we have seen this cruelty of war, it is clear how important it is that over 1.18 million people from Ukraine have found protection in Germany from Putin's rockets and tanks." The SPD politician adds. "We have saved many lives." Among the refugees are over 350,000 children and adolescents. "We will continue to protect them in Germany."
15:44 Criticism of Putin? Modi in Moscow: "When innocent children are murdered, it hurts the heart"Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi calls for dialogue during his meeting with Kremlin chief Vladimir Putin in Moscow to achieve peace. As a "friend," he told Putin that peace is of "paramount importance" for the next generation, Modi said while sitting next to Putin. "War cannot solve problems," the Indian prime minister said. "We must find a way to peace through dialogue." "When innocent children are murdered, when we see them die, it hurts the heart and this pain is unbearable," Modi said a day after devastating Russian aerial attacks on Ukraine, which included the country's largest children's hospital. Modi and Putin spoke about the war in Ukraine during his visit to Moscow. As is customary among "true friends," they sat together and "discussed a range of issues," the Indian prime minister said. He was "happy" that "we were able to openly and in detail present our views on the Ukraine issue."
15:10 Expert: Russia's "barbarism is no collateral damage"The second day of the NATO summit of member states is getting underway in the United States. Security expert Frank Umbach outlines the signals NATO must send to Putin, especially after the devastating aerial attack on a children's hospital in Ukraine.
14:37 Volkswagen ordered to pay millions in damages to GAZ in RussiaA Russian court has ordered Volkswagen to pay damages in the millions to its former business partner GAZ. The judges set the compensation at 16.9 billion Rubles (approximately €180 million) according to the Interfax news agency. GAZ had initially demanded 28.4 billion Rubles in compensation for lost profits due to Volkswagen's exit from the Russian market. GAZ had acted as a contract manufacturer for Volkswagen and produced the cars of the Wolfsburg carmaker in its plant in Nizhny Novgorod. Volkswagen ended cooperation following Russia's invasion of Ukraine.
13:59 Damage to the Latest Russian Combat Aircraft in Ukraine? Ukraine Allegedly Successfully Attacked Targets in Russia
Ukraine reportedly reacted to the Russian rocket attack on Kiev and other places with attacks on targets in Russia. According to a report from "Kyiv Independent," the Security Service of Ukraine (SBU) and the Military Intelligence Service (HUR) successfully attacked the military airport in Achtubinsk, a power station near Rostov-on-Don, and an oil depot in the Volgograd region in the past night. In the 450-kilometer-distant Achtubinsk, two models of the latest Russian combat aircraft, the SU-57, are alleged to have been damaged. Russia has not confirmed the damage, but Russian authorities reported the launch of several Ukrainian drones.
13:26 Report: Germany's Budget for Arms Deliveries Exhausted for 2024
German Defense Minister Boris Pistorius, according to "Spiegel," sees a need for an additional 4 billion Euro for further arms deliveries to Ukraine in 2024. The approximately 7 billion Euro allocated in the current federal budget for supporting Kiev are largely depleted or contractually bound. Only about 200,000 Euro are left for new deliveries in the second half of the year. Pistorius requested an additional 4 billion Euro from Federal Finance Minister Christian Lindner. With the fresh funds, Pistorius intends to provide more ammunition, urgently needed spare parts, and possibly also additional Leopard 1A-Tanks to Ukraine. "We are working hard to free up additional funds to continue our efforts this year," said the SPD politician during a troop visit in Alaska.
13:07 US Correspondent: Doubts about Further Ukraine Support Grow
12:39 Intelligence and UN: Kinderkrankenhaus Directly Hit by Russian Rocket - Moscow Denies
After a projectile hit a children's hospital in Kiev, Russia and Ukraine are disputing the ownership. The Ukrainian domestic intelligence service SBU claims, according to its own statements, to have new evidence that the children's hospital was directly hit by a Russian rocket of the Kh-101 Kalibr type. The analysis of the flight path and the type of damage indicate a direct hit. The SBU presented images of a rocket engine fragment allegedly found at the impact site. The United Nations (UN) shares this assessment: "The analysis of the video material and an on-site assessment indicate a high probability that the children's hospital suffered a direct hit and was not damaged by an intercepted weapon system," explains the head of the UN Human Rights Observation Mission in Ukraine. At the time of the attack, there were around 670 children being treated in the clinic and approximately 1,000 employees. Moscow, however, claims that a Ukrainian ground-air missile defense system of the NASAMS type was responsible. This system was developed by the United States together with Norway. Even if the Russian statement were correct: The Ukrainians use these Western air defense systems to defend against permanent Russian air raids on civilian targets.
11:50 "Friend of India": Modi courts Putin in Moscow
Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi acknowledged the relationship between his country and Russia and praised President Vladimir Putin. The bilateral relationship is based on "mutual trust and mutual respect," Modi said during a visit to Moscow. At the same time, he highlighted Putin's leadership qualities. "Every Indian considers Russia as a friend of India in good and bad times," Modi added. India imports oil, gas, and military hardware from Russia. Several western countries had urged Modi to distance India more from Russia. However, trade between the two countries continues to grow. On Monday, Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy expressed disappointment and frustration about Russian missile attacks on Kiev: "It's a great disappointment and a devastating blow to peace efforts that the leader of the world's largest democracy embraces the bloodiest war criminal in the world on such a day in Moscow."
11:15 Ukraine could lose F-16 fighter jets before first use
10:48 Moscow to closely watch NATO summit
Russia intends to closely monitor the NATO summit, according to Russian government spokesman Dmitry Peskov. He referred to NATO declaring Russia an enemy and stated that the Russian government considers NATO involved in the Ukraine conflict. The leaders of the 32 NATO member states are gathering in Washington for a three-day summit. Support for Ukraine in its defense against the Russian aggression war is a primary focus. Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy is also expected in Washington.
10:39 Insufficient Military: Expert sees Europe unprepared for Trump re-election
10:05 Poland receives $2 billion credit for US weapons purchases
Poland, one of the most significant political and military allies of Ukraine and a NATO frontline state, shares thousands of kilometers of border with the Russian exclave of Kaliningrad and the Russian vassal state of Belarus. According to the US government, Poland will receive a $2 billion special credit to support its modernization program. With this support, the government in Warsaw plans to purchase F-35 fighter jets, Patriot air defense systems, and Abrams combat tanks. The US government assumes responsibility for up to $60 million of the interest payments on these large orders from its own defense industry.
08:42 Body of a boy recovered in Kiev ruins, death toll rises
Rescue workers have recovered the body of a boy in the ruins of a house in Kiev. The Ukrainian Interior Ministry announced this, according to "Kyiv Independent." With this, the number of people killed in Kiev by Monday's Russian air raid rose to 27, including four children. 117 more people were injured. According to Ministry reports, rescue teams were still active at three locations in the capital.
08:30 Ukrainian Partisans report successful sabotage on Russian railway
The Ukrainian partisan group Atesh claims to have disrupted an important railway connection between Russia and the occupied Ukrainian territories. A switchbox was reportedly destroyed, according to the group's Telegram channel. A video is also visible, showing a burning box next to a railroad track. The sabotage action is said to have taken place near the Russian town of Schachty. The railway lines reportedly lead from Rostov am Don towards the occupied Mariupol. These railways are essential for the supply of new equipment to the Russian troops. Both the Ukrainian army and Ukrainian partisans are therefore taking targeted aim at railway lines. Atesh claims to be active not only in the Russian-occupied territories but also within Russia.
07:55 Ukraine reports over 1200 soldiers killed in a day
In his daily reports, the Ukrainian General Staff reports that the invaders have suffered a loss of 1220 soldiers. Additionally, seven Russian tanks, 19 armored personnel carriers, 49 artillery pieces, 29 drones, and 36 missile systems were destroyed from Russia. These figures cannot be verified. However, the number of 553,410 Russian military personnel killed, wounded, or otherwise rendered ineffective is significantly higher than the more cautious estimates of Western services and think tanks.
07:37 Russia reports four deaths after Ukrainian attacks
According to official reports, at least four people were killed in Ukrainian attacks on the Russian border region of Belgorod within 24 hours. Additionally, 20 people were injured, according to Governor Vyacheslav Gladkov on the Telegram online service. The past 24 hours were described as "restless" and "difficult." Of the wounded, 17 were hospitalized, two were severely injured, Gladkov further stated. Ukrainian attacks were also reported from other western Russian regions, including Kursk and Volgograd.
07:22 Over 2000 children seek refuge from Russian attacks in Kiev's subway
During the massive rocket attacks on Kiev on Monday, according to city administration reports, 32,000 people sought shelter in the underground U-Bahn tunnels. Among them were reportedly almost 2200 children. Kiev is regularly attacked by Russia. In the past few months, more and more rockets have penetrated, as the western air defense systems only have limited ammunition and are increasingly being successfully bypassed.
06:50 "Dirtbag": At least two dead after attack on Kiev children's hospital
The strikes on a Kiev children's hospital during a Russian rocket attack reportedly resulted in 16 injuries, including seven children. Two of the injured reportedly died. According to Health Minister Viktor Lyashko, departments for dialysis, cancer treatment, operating rooms, and intensive care units were damaged at the hospital on Monday. Hundreds of residents helped rescue workers clear debris and search for victims. "Little cancer and dialysis patients are sitting on the sidewalk with their mothers," reported German Ambassador Martin Jäger on X from a visit to the hospital.
The Russian Defense Ministry confirmed rocket attacks, targeting alleged Ukrainian weapons factories and military airfields. Many videos from Kiev showed damages caused by a Ukrainian surface-to-air missile, according to reports without evidence. The Moscow Military dismissed Ukrainian reactions to the attack as "hysteria of the Kiev regime." Ukrainian reports stated that another hospital in the capital was damaged on the other side of the Dnipro.
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy rejected Russian claims that the attacks were due to a Ukrainian missile defense system error. "What cynicism the scoundrels in the Kreml are showing, claiming that it was the Ukrainian missile defense and not a targeted rocket strike that killed and injured many people," Zelenskyy said at a press conference with Polish Prime Minister Donald Tusk in Warsaw. Zelenskyy thanked those who posted videos online, "on which it is clearly visible that it's not just a part of one or another rocket, but a direct rocket strike that killed and injured many people."
06:19 Germany provides Ukraine with additional ammunition and air defense system
The German government has made additional military supplies available to Ukraine for its defense against the Russian aggression. According to the updated list of delivered military goods, the promised third air defense system Patriot has arrived. New on the list are also additional ammunition for the 50 Leopard 1 tanks provided together with Denmark, 11,000 additional rounds of ammunition for the 52 Gepard anti-aircraft tanks, and two air surveillance radars of the TRML-4D type.
05:43 Attack on Russia: Fire in Rostov-on-Don power plant
In the southern Russian region of Rostov, according to Russian reports, a fire broke out in a power plant due to a Ukrainian drone attack. "Two transformers have caught fire," Governor Vasili Golubev announced via the Telegram messaging service. The Russian air defense shot down "numerous" Ukrainian drones. Golubev did not mention the exact number of drones used or intercepted. The border region had been the target of repeated attacks in the past.
04:31 FDP politician Faber defends the Defense Ministry
FDP politician and new chairman of the Defense Committee, Marcus Faber, defended the modest increase in the Defense Ministry's budget in 2025 against criticism. "One should not forget that the Defense Ministry budget, unlike most other ministries, has actually increased," Faber told the Augsburger Allgemeine. When the special fund of 100 billion Euro and further investments in the troops are taken into account, the total comes to 140 billion Euro. "That's quite a sight, even if one could wish for more."
03:25 UN Human Rights Commissioner condemns attack on hospital in KievUN Human Rights Commissioner Volker Turk condemns attacks on a children's clinic in the Ukrainian capital Kiev as "despicable." The Intensive Care, surgical, and oncological departments of the Ochmatdyt Children's Hospital were "severely damaged," he stated. The Dialysis department of the clinic was "destroyed." "Among the victims were the sickest children in Ukraine," Turk added.
02:05 Biden announces support for Kiev at NATO summitUS President Joe Biden announces new measures to strengthen Ukraine's air defense following attacks with Russian rockets that killed 36 people. The US and its allies will announce this new support at a NATO summit in Washington this week, Biden said. He described the rocket attacks on Ukraine as a "horrific reminder of Russia's brutality" in the war that began in February 2022.
01:05 Kiesewetter: Defense Ministry disappointed for soldiersIn the debate over defense budgets, CDU defense expert Roderich Kiesewetter calls for a new definition of "prosperity." "It's bitter and a disappointment for the soldiers that the federal government can't prioritize the Bundeswehr in budget planning," Kiesewetter told the Funke Media Group newspapers. This shows that "the turning point in the Chancellor's mindset" has not yet arrived, and Olaf Scholz refuses to "pour pure wine in the face of the population in the face of the threat situation." "It's also necessary to redefine 'prosperity' - away from an individual interpretation, towards social resilience and readiness to defend." Previously, the defense budget accounted for five or six percent of the country's economic output. "It's possible to prioritize if the political will is there," Kiesewetter said. A steadily increasing defense budget should aim for three percent of the Gross Domestic Product.
00:01 Greens and FDP announce increase in Pistorius FundLooking ahead to budget negotiations in the German Parliament, Green budget politician Sebastian Schäfer, who is also the Vice-Chief of the Bundestag Committee for the Special Fund for the Armed Forces, announced corrections to defense spending. "The coalition's leadership provides a good basis for parliamentary budget negotiations," Schäfer told the Redaktionsnetzwerk Deutschland (RND). "There will be numerous and significant changes. In security and defense policy, there are great needs that we will consider in the parliamentary procedure," the Green added. Defense policy spokesman Alexander Müller of the FDP also expresses readiness for further adjustments in favor of the defense budget.
22:16 Debris falls on hospital - seven deadOver Kiev, a rocket debris fell on a hospital and killed five doctors and two patients. It was the ADONIS Clinic in the Dniprowskyi district that was hit, reported "Ukrainska Pravda." A Russian rocket attack also shattered windows in a private maternity clinic in the same building.
22:10 Insider: Scholz to deliver clear message at NATO summit
According to German government sources, the NATO summit from Tuesday to Thursday will send "a very clear message" in support of Ukraine. Chancellor Olaf Scholz will make it clear in the circle of the 32 NATO state and government heads that Germany is a reliable partner in the transatlantic alliance and will remain so, said the government representative.
21:56 Schmyhal: Looking for alternative location for hospital
The Ukrainian government is looking for an alternative location for the attacked children's hospital. Premier Minister Denys Schmyhal shared this information. The attack will be a topic at the next cabinet meeting. "We hope our international partners will draw their own conclusions," Schmyhal was quoted as saying by "Kyiv Independent." "We need effective responses to Russian terror."
You can read about previous developments here.
- In response to the Russian attack on Ukraine, NATO received more support from Washington, with former Munich Security Conference Chairman Wolfgang Ischinger warning against deviating from the course, despite hints from Hungarian Prime Minister Viktor Orban about potentially backing away.
- The attack on a children's clinic in Kiev by Russian forces was condemned by German Interior Minister Nancy Faeser as a war crime, emphasizing the importance of supporting over 1.18 million Ukrainian refugees who have found safety in Germany.
- During his visit to Moscow, Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi urged Russian President Vladimir Putin for dialogue and peace, stating that war cannot solve problems and expressing his sympathy for the murder of innocent children in Ukraine.
- Russia and Ukraine are disputing ownership after a projectile hit a children's hospital in Kiev, with the Ukrainian domestic intelligence service SBU claiming that the children's hospital was directly hit by a Russian rocket of the Kh-101 Kalibr type, while Moscow claims that a Ukrainian ground-air missile defense system was responsible.
- Volodymyr Zelenskyy, the President of Ukraine, expressed disappointment and frustration about Russian missile attacks on Kiev, stating that it was a devastating blow to peace efforts that the leader of the world's largest democracy embraces the bloodiest war criminal in the world on such a day in Moscow.
