21:34 USA: Russia restricts European media access due to anxiety about truthful narratives
Russia blocks over 80 EU media outlets, indicating fear of truthful reporting, according to the US assessment. The Russian government is presumably suppressing journalism as they are apprehensive that their citizens will uncover the genuine truth about Russia's actions, stated US State Department spokesperson Matthew Miller. Previously, Russia blocked the access to 81 media outlets from 25 EU countries. Among the unreachable media from Russia are "Spiegel" German news magazine, Spanish newspapers "El Mundo" and "El País," several French and Italian media, and AFP news agency's website and customer portal.
21:05 Moscow: Prisoner exchange between Russia and UkraineAs per Russian reports, Russia and Ukraine have exchanged 90 prisoners from each side under the guidance of the United Arab Emirates (UAE). The Russian Defense Ministry announced via Telegram that 90 Russian military personnel, under threat to life, were repatriated from the territory controlled by the Kiev regime. In return, 90 Ukrainian army prisoners were handed over. The exchange reportedly took place under UAE mediation. The UAE also facilitates the return of Ukrainian children from Russia to their homeland. The last significant prisoner exchange between the two warring parties took place in February, when 100 prisoners from each side were returned.
20:42 Ukraine: Nearly 130 battles with Russian troopsAccording to Ukrainian reports, there were nearly 130 engagements with Russian troops throughout the day. The Ukrainian General Staff reported in its situation report that most of the 128 battles occurred once again in the area of Pokrovsk.
20:02 Zelenskyy heads to EU summit in Brussels for security guarantees discussionUkrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy is expected at the EU summit in Brussels on Thursday. According to the Elysée Palace in Paris, Zelenskyy will be present at the meeting of the heads of state and government. Per EU diplomats, an agreement on security guarantees for Kiev is to be signed, which the EU member states had agreed on in advance.
19:22 Fire at Diehl-Consortium in Berlin: No proof of sabotage, say investigatorsFollowing the fire at the metal company Diehl in Berlin, there were swift rumors of a Russian sabotage attack. However, German investigative authorities report that there is no evidence that the May fire in the technology conglomerate was caused by Russian sabotage. According to the "Spiegel" report, both the Federal Prosecutor's Office in Karlsruhe and the Berlin Public Prosecutor's Office confirmed to the news magazine that they have no evidence of deliberate arson in the Diehl plant. Neither authority is currently conducting an investigation into the matter. The Berlin police are still investigating the case, assuming it was an accident. The Diehl-Consortium also denied media reports of a Russian arson attack.
18:47 Four civilians injured in Russian attack on Charkiw regionAccording to the state Ukrainian news agency Ukrinform, quoting Governor Oleh Syniehubov, Russian troops attacked the village of Bobrivka in the Charkiw region with air bombs, injuring four civilians.
18:16 Moldova's President Sandu welcomes start of EU accession talksMoldovan President Maia Sandu welcomed the start of accession talks with the EU and emphasized that her country is part of the European family. "Together we are stronger," she wrote on Facebook. The European Union opened symbolic accession talks with Ukraine and Moldova today.
17:54 Macron to emphasize significance of Ukraine support at meeting with OrbanFrench President Emmanuel Macron will emphasize the importance of supporting Ukraine at a meeting with Hungarian Prime Minister Viktor Orban on the coming Wednesday. Orban, who is among the skeptics in the EU regarding Ukraine, is coming to Paris as part of the upcoming Hungarian EU presidency. The two politicians plan to prepare for the next EU summit on 27 and 28 June. Hungary takes over the EU presidency from Belgium on 1 July on a rotating basis. Orban's Fidesz party is allied with the right-wing Rassemblement National (RN) in France, whose victory in the French parliamentary elections is becoming apparent. A meeting with RN representatives is not on the agenda, according to the party.
17:28 Zelenskyy welcomes ICC arrest warrants against Russian ex-minister Shoigu and General GerassimovUkrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy welcomed the International Criminal Court's decision to issue arrest warrants against two key figures in the Russian military machinery. "I welcome today's arrest warrants issued by the International Criminal Court against two key figures of the Russian military leadership," Zelenskyy wrote on Facebook. "Both are accused of committing heinous crimes against civilians in Ukraine during Russia's ruthless bombardment of critical civilian infrastructure."
16:28 Speed Up Job Placement for Ukrainian Refugees in GermanyThe Union urges quicker employment for Ukrainian refugees in Germany. "It's essential we help these Ukrainian refugees integrated into the labor market quicker, especially since many of them intend to stay for a substantial period," said Fraktionschef Friedrich Merz in Berlin. "We need their skills, and proper motivation must be provided for them." This initiative lies in the hands of politics, not solely the responsibility of the refugees. Just as it is on the job market for others, welfare benefits aren't suitable incentives for them to prioritize employment. Therefore, discussions on this matter should be had - discussions that prioritize the people who fled the war. "Their safety in Germany should not be compromised," Merz emphasized.
16:06 Ukraine: 2277 Shahed Drones Fired This YearAccording to Ukrainian reports, the Russian military has launched 2277 Shahed drones at targets in Ukraine this year. "Our air defense has neutralized approximately 86 percent of them," the commander of the Ukrainian Air Force announced on Telegram.
15:54 Evacuation of Children from Five Frontline Settlements in the Donetsk Region ordered by UkraineUkraine has ordered the evacuation of all children and their guardians from five frontline settlements in the eastern region of Donetsk. As Regional Governor Wadym Filaschkin explained, this measure also applies to other legal guardians of minors. The settlements mentioned by Filaschkin are located in areas where the Russian military has recently advanced. Since civilians have recently been killed and injured in combat, Governor Filaschkin had already urged civilians to leave the Donetsk region in previous weeks.
15:40 EU Officially Begins Accession Talks with UkraineThe European Union has initiated accession talks with Ukraine. Representatives of the 27 EU member states and Ukrainian envoys met in Luxembourg for the first session, during which the transfer of negotiation guidelines was discussed. Ukrainian Prime Minister Denys Schmyhal spoke of a "historic moment" for his country and the EU.
15:24 Billionaire Donates Three Drone-Equipped Swedish Fast Patrol Boats to UkraineA Ukrainian billionaire is donating three fast patrol boats with drone capabilities to Ukraine's navy, which can reach speeds of up to 74 kilometers per hour and are armed with various weapons such as machine guns and water bombs. Sweden itself promises the Ukraine ten more boats.
15:08 Russia Blocks Access to 81 European MediaRussia has responded to the ban of several Russian media in Europe by blocking 81 European media companies. The broadcasting of programs and access to their websites will be restricted, according to the Russian Foreign Ministry on its website. Among the German media affected are "Der Spiegel", "Die Zeit" and the "Frankfurter Allgemeine Zeitung". In Austria, the public-service broadcaster ORF and the media group Österreich were affected. The German-French channel Arte is also on the ban list. France is the EU country most heavily sanctioned by Moscow with a total of nine listed companies. The EU states had decided on sanctions against the state Russian news agency RIA Novosti, the government newspaper "Rossiyskaya Gazeta", the platform "Voice of Europe" as well as the pro-Kremlin newspaper "Iz vestia", which includes a television station.
14:36 Indian Prime Minister Modi Expected in MoscowShortly after his re-election, Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi is expected in Russia. "I can confirm preparations are underway for the visit of the Indian prime minister," said Yuri Ushakov, foreign policy adviser to Kremlin chief Vladimir Putin. There was no confirmation from the Indian government. India's Press Trust of India reported, citing diplomatic circles, that a visit of the prime minister to Moscow was being considered in early July. However, according to the Russian news agency Tass, the dates are set for July 8 and 9.
14:13 Conflict Advisors Present Trump's Plan for Ukraine StrategyFormer US President Donald Trump has received a proposal from two influential advisors to end the Russian war in Ukraine. With the plan, both conflict parties are encouraged to agree on a ceasefire and peace negotiations. To achieve this, Trump, in the event of a victory in the US presidential election, would inform Ukraine that it would only receive further weapons from the US if it participated in peace talks. At the same time, Russia would be informed that Ukraine would receive more support from the US if Moscow refused to agree to negotiations. Moscow is baited with the offer of postponing Ukraine's NATO membership for a longer period. The strategy was designed by retired Lieutenant General Keith Kellogg and Fred Fleitz, who both served on the National Security Council during Trump's presidency.
14:00 Ukraine Receives First Delivery from Czech Ammunition InitiativeA Czech initiative to supply ammunition to Ukraine yields its first results. "Some time ago, the first ammunition delivery within our initiative arrived in Ukraine," wrote Czech Prime Minister Petr Fiala on X. "We are doing what needs to be done," added the liberal conservative politician. Ammunition shortage is a significant issue for Ukraine in its defense against Russia. The aim of the initiative is therefore to procure up to 800,000 artillery shells for Kiev in countries outside the EU. According to the latest reports from Prague, 18 partner countries have pledged financial support in the amount of around 1.6 billion Euros for the project. Germany intends to contribute with a three-digit million amount, according to earlier statements by the German government. The Netherlands, Denmark, and Lithuania are among the other donor countries. The Czech Republic is one of the determined supporters of Ukraine in its defense against the Russian invasion.
2:20 Ukrainian Ambassador Makeiev Disapproves of CSU's Proposal on Ukrainian Asylum SeekersThe Ukrainian Ambassador to Germany, Oleksii Makeiev, expresses his dislike for the CSU's proposal to expel non-working Ukrainian asylum seekers. Makeiev refers to the proposal as "depersonalized and very populist" in a conversation with Phoenix. Makeiev is involved in discussions with Labor Minister Heil, Interior Minister Faeser, and federal states, along with job centers, to integrate more Ukrainian asylum seekers into the German labor market. Makeiev believes that "Ukrainians integrate three times better into the labor market than representatives of other nations, they want to work." He notes that Ukrainians integrate more quickly in other countries and attributes high unemployment of asylum seekers to the Ukrainians and the German government, demanding "recognition of vocational qualifications" and "lowering language requirements a bit."
2:01 "Just Another Whore": Russian Propagandist Lashes Out at SerbiaRelations between Moscow and Serbia have become strained, as it was revealed that Serbia sold ammunition that ended up in Ukraine via intermediaries – and President Aleksandar Vucic defends the deal as important for the domestic arms industry. Russian TV moderator and Kremlin propagandist Sergey Mardan is angered. Mardan claims that Serbia has behaved like the last "whore." He asserts that the Serbs are no longer brothers of the Russians, but enemies.
1:40 Possible Ukrainian Drone Attacks on Gas Pipeline in BelgorodRussia reports Ukrainian drone attacks. Videos show damages to several buildings and a gas pipeline for supply, with several injuries and at least one death. Kiev has not yet commented on the alleged attacks.
1:18 EU Extends Protective Status for Refugees from UkraineThe EU extends the unbureaucratic protection for war refugees from Ukraine for another year. The 27 European ministers adopt an extension of the protective status until March 4, 2026, in Luxembourg. The EU interior ministers had already agreed on this extension in mid-June on the Commission's proposal. Brussels states that the conditions for the return of people due to the continuing Russian attacks on infrastructure in Ukraine are not provided. German Interior Minister Nancy Faeser welcomes the extension but also calls for "a fairer distribution" of refugees in the EU. The intake of nearly 1.2 million people in Germany remains a "massive act of force."
1:02 Beijing Advocates Lifting of Latest Russia SanctionsChina strongly criticizes the new Russia sanctions of the EU, which also affect Chinese companies. A spokesperson of the Foreign Ministry states that the sanctions are "unilateral sanctions without a legal basis." "We urgently call on the European side to lift the sanctions and will take necessary measures to firmly protect the legitimate rights and interests of Chinese companies," they say. The West accuses China of supporting Russia in its war against Ukraine, which Beijing denies. In a new package of measures against Russia, Brussels added 61 more companies to its sanctions list on Monday, including 19 Chinese companies. Two important actors of the Chinese satellite industry are affected by trade restrictions, accused of doing business worth millions with the Russian mercenary group Wagner and selling them satellites.
12:58 Arrest Warrant Issued Against Shoigu and Gerasimov by International Criminal CourtThe International Criminal Court issues an arrest warrant against the former Russian Defense Minister Sergei Shoigu and General Staff Chief Valeri Gerasimov. They are accused of attacking civilian targets in Ukraine, the ICC announces.
12:50 Zelensky Meets Schwesig in KievMecklenburg-Vorpommern's Minister-President Manuela Schwesig is received by President Volodymyr Zelensky in Kiev on the second day of her Ukraine visit. The conversation in Kiev lasts about an hour. Schwesig visits Ukraine in her function as Federal President of the Bundesrat to assure Kiev of the solidarity of all 16 federal states. "Ukraine must win this war," she said on the train journey to the Ukrainian capital, in contrast to her party friend, Federal Chancellor Olaf Scholz, who only emphasizes that Russia should not win the war and Ukraine should not lose it. Schwesig is criticized in Ukraine for her engagement for the Nord Stream 2 pipeline in the country. The former Ukrainian ambassador Andrij Melnyk once said of her that he would never give her his hand. After the Russian attack almost two years ago, Schwesig distanced herself from her involvement in the project and called it a mistake.
12:28 European Court of Human Rights Convicts Russia of Human Rights Violations on the CrimeaThe European Court of Human Rights convicts Russia of human rights violations on the Crimea after the annexation of the Black Sea peninsula. The judges in Strasbourg make this decision and thus grant a complaint from Ukraine. Russia does not recognize the judgments of the European Court of Human Rights.
11:52 Kiev's "Granade Hunger" Subsides – Even with Stream AmmunitionUkrainian soldiers had to fight against the Russian army for a long time without sufficient ammunition. With the $61 billion aid package, the supply has improved. Vasil, a Ukrainian commander, reports that the "granade hunger" is over.
Security forces in Ukraine halted 100 men from illegally escaping in the Odessa region. Last week, a group of 47 men in four minibuses were apprehended as they were heading towards the border, as per investigations by the state bureau. Another 53 men were detained at a meeting spot. They aimed to evade checkpoints and cross the border on foot. The Odessa region borders Moldova, with the Danube River serving as the boundary with Romania. All men above 25, who are eligible for military service, were taken to the local conscription office for the military. Human traffickers are said to have demanded between 4600 and over 17,000 Euro from each man.
11:07 Ukraine moving closer: Lührmann hails "historical day" for the EU
Discussions on EU membership with Ukraine and Moldova have officially commenced, according to European State Secretary Anna Lührmann. She described this as a "historical day" for the EU. "This day is significant because we acknowledge that both countries have made huge efforts on reforms despite their difficult situations," Lührmann stated at an EU ministers meeting before the formal start of the membership negotiations in Luxembourg. "Both countries have made considerable progress in rule of law, anticorruption, and press freedom." However, it will take numerous years for Ukraine and Moldova to meet all the conditions for EU membership. As a condition for Ukraine, for instance, a peace agreement with Russia is required. No guarantee of membership exists.
10:38 Retaliatory sanctions against the EU: Moscow plans to retaliate as well
Frozen Russian funds in the EU are intended to be used for Ukraine's armament. The Kremlin sees these sanctions as "against international law" and "illegitimate," according to NTV correspondent Rainer Munz. Russia now intends to impose sanctions on the EU and foster other relationships even more.
10:09 Money from Putin's circle: Swiss court convicts bankers
Four bankers have been convicted by a Swiss appeals court for managing funds associated with the circle of Russian President Vladimir Putin. The Zurich Appellate Court has found that the staff of the liquidated Swiss subsidiary of the Russian Gazprombank did not clarify adequately if the money on Gazprombank accounts in Zurich actually belonged to the Russian musician Sergey Roldugin. The court sentences the four bankers to fines. In 2014, two accounts were opened at the Gazprombank in Zurich, for which Roldugin was named as the beneficial owner. According to media reports, the Russian cellist and conductor is the godfather of one of Putin's daughters. In some circles, Roldugin is known as "Putin's briefcase."
09:44 A Somalian Soldier Shares His Past: I just ranTo make up for the massive number of soldiers lost in war, the Kremlin is forcing migrants and foreign students to the front. The young Somalian, Adil, shares his experience with ntv in an interview. He enlisted for almost 1900 Euro a month, with the promise of Russian citizenship and the assurance that he wouldn't have to fight at the front. However, Adil was sent directly to Ukraine and has already deserted and is now imprisoned in Ukraine. "I didn't come to kill. I lost my weapon. I didn't even know how to hold it. Everywhere there were Drones, Artillery, Rockets. I just ran.", Adil recounts to ntv. "I thought 2000 Dollars were the average wage for ordinary work. I thought a big dream had begun for me."
09:17 Trump Advisor Proposes Strategy: End the Conflict in UkraineTwo important advisors of former US President Donald Trump present a strategy to end the conflict in Ukraine. According to the news agency Reuters, this strategy, if adopted, would allow Ukraine to receive additional US weapons only if it enters peace talks. The US would also warn Russia that refusal to negotiate would result in increased US support for Ukraine, so General Lieutenant a.D. Keith Kellogg, one of Trump's national security advisors, stated. The outlined approach represents the most explicit plan presented by Trump's associates, who claimed that he could end the conflict in Ukraine within a short time. The proposal would, if agreed upon, signify a significant shift in Washington's stance on this conflict and could face opposition from European allies and even from Trump's own Republican Party.
08:49 Russia: Numerous Drones Repelled and Destroyed in Border AreaRussia shoots down, according to its own statements, 30 Ukrainian drones in the border region between the two countries. The Russian air defense reportedly intercepted and destroyed 29 drones in the Belgorod border region and one drone in the adjacent region of Voronezh, as announced by the Russian Defense Ministry via Telegram. In the Belgorod region, an elderly woman is said to have perished, according to official reports.
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7:46 ISW: Russia trying to score "tactical and operational big wins" before US aid reaches the battlefieldsAs per the US-based Institute for the Study of War, US weapons deliveries won't lead to prompt victories on the frontlines. The ISW believes Russian forces are aiming for significant tactical and operational advantages before large quantities of US military aid reach Ukrainian troops, and it may take some time before these weapons result in positive impacts on the battlefield. This hypothesis is also echoed in an interview by the Ukrainian military intelligence chief, Kyrylo Budanow, with the "Philadelphia Inquirer". He mentions that weapons deliveries from the US and Europe, including artillery ammo, are likely to arrive sooner in Ukraine than before. However, Budanow emphasizes that Ukrainian forces require a substantial amount of supplies, and it's all about scale. Budanow also stated that the fighting won't turn into an apocalypse at the front, but the situation would stay tough at least until mid-July.
7:12 Kyiv: Ukrainian special forces carry on "Drone strikes" against Russian oil refinery complexUkrainian special forces have identified over 30 Russian oil refineries, terminals, and storage facilities as targets, according to Ukrainian media reports. President Volodymyr Zelenskyy highlighted the long-range capabilities of the drones during a military briefing, which can now cover distances of up to 1,500 kilometers. The latest drone attacks have targeted facilities as far away as Tatarstan and Bashkortostan, and the attacks aren't stopping anytime soon: "The Ukrainian Security Service (SBU) will continue to impose 'Drone sanctions' on the Russian oil refinery complex and limit the economic potential of the enemy, which is a key source of war funding for Russia," as reported by "Kyiv Independent".
6:50 Denmark stops training Ukrainian F-16 pilotsDenmark is ending its training program for Ukrainian F-16 pilots due to its transition to F-35 aircraft, Defense Minister Troels Lund Poulsen announced at a press conference. "We are switching to the F-35, so we must focus our resources on that and can no longer continue the training of Ukrainian pilots after 2024," the minister stated. Alternative training locations for the western F-16 coalition include Romania and the US.
6:39 Russian Governor grumbles about "major" Drone attack on BelgorodIn drone attacks on the Russian city of Belgorod and settlements in the Belgorod region, several buildings, vehicles, and a gas pipeline were damaged, and four people were injured. This was reported by "Kyiv independent" and refers to statements by Governor Vyacheslav Gladkov, who described the attacks as "major". According to Gladkov, an administrative building in the city of Shebekino was completely destroyed by the fire triggered by the drone attacks. Kiev has yet to comment on the attacks.
6:16 EU adds over 60 companies to sanctions listAs part of a new round of sanctions against Russia, the European Union adds 61 companies to the sanctions list, including 19 Chinese companies. The 14th sanctions package, which has been formally approved, includes trade restrictions for two key Chinese players in the satellite industry. The companies are accused of conducting business worth millions with the Russian mercenary group Wagner and selling satellites to them.
5:43 European Court of Human Rights rules on Kiev's complaint against MoscowThe European Court of Human Rights (ECHR) in Strasbourg makes a decision today on Ukraine's complaint against Russia in relation to the annexation of the Crimean Peninsula. Ukraine accuses Moscow of several violations of the European Convention on Human Rights between February 2014 and August 2015 on the Crimean Peninsula, including "illegal detentions", "suppression of non-Russian media", and "compensation-free expropriation".
4:38 Orban on Kiev's EU membership: "Hungary is not in favor"Hungarian Prime Minister Viktor Orban criticizes the EU membership talks with Ukraine, which are to begin today. In an interview with Funke Mediengruppe newspapers, Orban says: "Hungary is not supportive of this membership process, but we don't block it and encourage its commencement." Orban describes the talks as a "purely politically motivated process". It's not about a yes or no to EU membership. Instead, he reminds us that we should first evaluate the consequences if we were to admit a country involved in a war with unclear borders into the EU.
3:36 EU starts membership talks with UkraineThe EU starts membership talks with Ukraine today. "The path to full membership, which Ukraine deserves, is irreversible," says Ihor Zhovka, foreign policy advisor to Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy, in an interview in Kiev. At the ceremony in Luxembourg, it's more about symbolism than the intricacies of the negotiations at first. The negotiations will start once the EU has assessed the numerous reforms Ukraine needs to implement to meet EU standards.
02:35 USA: Russian Attacks Claim Innocent Lives on Crimean PeninsulaAs stated by US reports, Ukraine did not intentionally target civilians during their weekend attack on the Crimean Peninsula. It appears that a Russian interception of an Atacms missile, meant to neutralize a launch pad, resulted in debris falling onto a beach. According to Russian reports, at least four people were killed by Ukrainian attacks using Atacms missiles over the weekend, including two children. 151 individuals were reportedly injured. Russia argues that the US is responsible for this attack. In response, the US government stated that Ukraine retains autonomy in deciding targets for attacks and military deployments.
01:35 USA to Deliver Extraordinary Ammo Support to Kiev worth 150 million DollarsAccording to US government sources, they will provide additional ammunition to Ukraine valued at 150 Million Dollars. It is anticipated that this decision will be officially announced today, Tuesday. The forthcoming delivery is predicted to consist of ammunition for the Himars multiple rocket launchers supplied by the US, which can also fire Atacms missiles. Moscow deemed the Ukrainian Atacms attacks on Crimea as involving the US as a warring party.
00:36 Moscow Calls EU Sanctions "Ineffective"Moscow finds the new penalties in the 14th EU sanctions package against Russia as ineffectual. The Foreign Ministry in Moscow states this. The West disregards the repercussions for its own economy as well as the well-being of the people in the EU, says Deputy Foreign Minister Alexander Gruschko in Moscow. Russia anticipates an economic growth of over three percent this year, far exceeding Germany's growth. "The purpose of the sanctions was to suffocate the Russian economy, to disrupt the unity of society. The EU has achieved the opposite", says Gruschko.
23:28 Jobless Ukrainians Faced with Expulsion: Schwesig Disagrees with DobrindtMecklenburg-Vorpommern Minister President Manuela Schwesig criticizes the proposal by CSU regional group leader Alexander Dobrindt to expel displaced Ukrainians from certain areas if they do not find work in Germany. "There are no safe areas, as Russia attacks the entire Ukraine", says the SPD politician in the ZDF "heute journal update". The statement is seen as "very populist" following the influx of many refugees, among them many women with children. She accuses Dobrindt of catering to critical voices in the population.
22:29 Intense Battles Reported with Russian Troops at the FrontAccording to Ukrainian reports, there have been 128 battles with Russian troops at the front since dawn. The Ukrainian General Staff reports on Facebook that the Russian troops are focusing on the area around Pokrowsk. This area accounted for approximately a third of the Russian attacks today, according to the announcement. The Ukrainian defense forces have successfully repelled the attacks and maintained the front lines.
21:57 "Shameless Violation" - Hungary Slams EU Decision on Russian Assets for UkraineThe Hungarian government criticizes the decision of other EU countries to utilize the gains from frozen Russian assets for Ukraine with indignation. Never before has such a "shameless violation of common European rules" taken place, declares Foreign Minister Péter Szijjártó on Facebook. It is being investigated how Hungary can legally assert its rights. The government of Prime Minister Viktor Orbán takes over the EU presidency in a week. Orbán still maintains good relations with the Russian government.
21:38 Ukrainian Navy Claims 120 Russell Drones Destroyed in Krasnodar Region AttackAccording to the Ukrainian Navy's statement on Facebook, during an attack on the Russian region of Krasnodar, 120 drones were destroyed. The attack on June 21 was conducted by the Ukrainian Navy and the Security Service of Ukraine (SBU), as reported by the Ukrainian news agency Ukrinform. The Ukrainian military targeted objects on a training ground of the 726th Training Center of the Russian Air Defense in Yeysk. The report suggests that drone pilots are trained at this location.
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