At noon, Kiev warmly received Harris' significant pledge for a conference.
Ukraine is thrilled that US Vice President Harris will be attending the peace conference in Switzerland. The presidency chief sees this as a "significant message." Ukraine originally desired US President Biden's presence, but he and Zelensky will meet in France on June 15th and 16th during celebrations for the 80th anniversary of the Allied landing in Normandy. Another encounter is scheduled during the G7 summit later this week in Italy.
Scholz wants to order more Eurofighters; defense industrial turnaround imminent
German Chancellor Olaf Scholz emphasizes the importance of "reliable orders" for the defense industry, asserting that Germany and Europe have a strong interest in a robust aerial and space sector. Consequently, the government intents to order 20 more Eurofighters in the current legislative period, in addition to the 38 already planned. Scholz advocates for additional opportunities, such as Eurofighter exports. He affirms his dedication toward preserving and expanding production capacities.
Munz on Peace Conference: Declining Global Support, Russia's Success
Russian attempts to prevent participation by multiple nations in the Swiss peace conference are proving effective, according to ntv-reporter Rainer Munz. While Ukraine's Zelensky lobbies for involvement, Russia aims to reduce overall participation, significantly fewer countries are committing to the peace forum than at the start of the conflict.
Has the Kremlin Increased Putin's Security Measures?
Per "Moscow Times" report, the Kremlin has ramped up security measures for Putin following recent attacks on high-ranking political figures. Both Russian officials and a close source to the Kremlin confirm that Putin has worn a bulletproof vest at public appearances since 2023. The heightened concerns stemmed from Russian attacks (e.g., the imprisonment of Slovak PM Robert Fico) and the increasing incursions of Ukrainian drones. According to the official, the International Criminal Court's arrest warrant against Putin, Russian air defense responses, and potential Islamic attacks remain substantial risks.
10:38 Curfews Imposed on Port City Nikopol
Nikopol, a major Ukrainian port city, faces more shelling from heavy artillery and kamikaze drones, according to the Dnipropetrovsk region's governor. No injuries were reported, but five homes and a power line were damaged in the attacks. Four drones were destroyed during the incidents.
Drone Filming Captures Russian Air Defense Operations
The 71st Fighter Brigade's "Storks" monitored Russian activities deep within their own territories. The Ukrainian air defenders have detected a decline in enemy hostilities, while Ukrainian drones have penetrated Russian areas and prompted a response from air defense.
11:59 Putin Invites Foreign Journalists for Q&A Session
For the first time since the onset of his conflict in Ukraine, Russian President Vladimir Putin will meet with Western media representatives at the International Economic Forum in St. Petersburg. The forum, initially scheduled for 2022 and 2023, has been postponed. The event commences on Wednesday and concludes Saturday.
Ukraine Endures Another Night of Drone Attacks
A series of drone attacks punctuated Ukraine's night. Military sources disclosed 22 of the 27 drones were brought down, primarily in southern, northeastern, and central regions. A person was injured, and a facility in the Poltava region suffered damage due to a drone attack.
09:25 Recruitment of Ukrainian Drone Operators
The Ukrainian Ministry of Defense is initiating a program to enlist civilians as drone operators for military service. Any individual aged 18 or above is eligible to apply. Enlistees will first complete an online course, followed by drone handling lessons and commitment to military service.
NATO's Secretary-General, Jens Stoltenberg, expresses disappointment over China's decision to skip the Ukraine peace conference in Switzerland. "It's unfortunate that China chose not to participate," says the Norwegian leader in an interview with NDR Info's podcast "Army and Strategy." China's unresponsiveness mirrors previous incidents, as he notes, by referring to the fact that China has failed to condemn Russia's invasion of Ukraine, a clear breach of international law. Furthermore, he points out that prior to the invasion, Chinese President Xi Jinping and Russian President Vladimir Putin had signed an agreement, promising unwavering partnership. Dmannen takes note of China's financial assistance to Russia's war economy, which includes selling advanced technology, microelectronics, microchips, and other equipment.
US President Biden is set to meet with Ukrainian President Zelensky twice. Jake Sullivan, the National Security Advisor of the United States, discloses that Biden will hold two "significant discussions" with Zelensky, first in France and then in Italy. France is hosting a commemoration for the 80th anniversary of the Allied landing, and Italy will host the G7 summit soon; Zelensky is expected in both countries.
Russian forces are reportedly setting up "filtration camps" in the contentious town of Vovchansk. The Governor of the Kharkiv region, Oleh Syniehubov, drops this unsettling piece of information during a TV interview, citing the Kyiv Independent. These camps are meant for identifying and documenting Ukrainians in the occupied territories. He mentions past instances of atrocities inflicted upon those held in these camps, including torture, sexual violence, and deportations. A majority of the Vovchansk town's residents have already fled, and those who remain are being utilized as human shields by the aggressors.
The former head of Ukraine's military procurement is currently undergoing trial for corruption charges. The institution's anti-corruption bureau in Kiev investigates him for agreeing to exorbitant prices for aircraft parts, amounting to a sevenfold increase over the market value. The case stems from 2016 and is therefore not related to the current conflict between Ukraine and Russia. The defendant's partner is already facing trial.
Law enforcers in Moscow viciously suppress supporters of the late Russian critic Alexei Navalny, who gathered to commemorate his birthday. Authorities sent a special team to shut down a venue hosting a few dozen people who had gathered to watch a Navalny commemoration concert in Berlin. OVD-Info, a human rights organization, reports that around 30 individuals were detained, searched, and questioned. A short video captured by the media outlet "Sota" shows several masked officers chasing after people. Navalny would have been 48 yesterday.
United Nations representative Denise Brown related that over 600 children have been killed since the war broke out in February 2022, with more than 1400 others sustaining injuries. This is only an estimation of the verified cases, with the actual number of slain children probable being much greater. "Help us safeguard our children," Olena Zelenska, the Ukrainian President's wife, urged ally nations at a memorial event in Kyiv. She implored them to supply weapons while emphasizing that the worth of a child's life outweighs the expense of defense systems.
Shocking images of a Ukrainian soldier, Roman Horilyk, have invaded social media. The soldier is from the National Guard, and he returned to Ukraine after being held captive by Russia for more than two years. His features display the toll of his grueling experience: extreme weight loss. The leaflet shares a video of Horilyk currently in a severely malnourished state, which prompted resemblances to prisoners of German concentration camps. This man underwent the same ordeal as many others and serves as a potent reminder of the significance of understanding these lessons.
Radio Liberty has acquired satellite images that show the aftermath of recent strikes on a Russian S-300/400 air defense system. Images of burned launch ramps and a damaged command system have been released. Moscow denies the attack, but numerous videos, images, and testimonies corroborate the successful attack. The US recently gave Ukraine the leverage to target Russian territory to protect the Kharkiv region. This particular attack purportedly utilized a HIMARS multiple rocket launcher provided by the United States.
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The weeks ahead are crucial for Ukraine, according to President Volodymyr Zelensky. In a recent video address, he stated, "We're only in early June, but the next few weeks will shape the entire summer and, to a significant extent, the entire year."
Zelensky listed several important factors that could influence Ukraine's destiny: "the peace summit in Switzerland, the support the world has pledged for Ukraine, our relationship with the European Union, battlefield positions, and domestic production."
Meanwhile, just before the European elections, Germany has emerged as a prime target of Russian disinformation campaigns. EU Vice-President Vera Jourova addressed this issue at a meeting in Brussels, where she revealed instances of disinformation targeting Germany, France, and Poland. "Russia has been consistently focusing on these three countries," she explained.
In the German case, the disinformation frequently centers around "issues of immigration and security." Jourova presented findings from the European Observatory for Online Media (EDMO), which suggested that Russian disinformation campaigns commonly revolve around the conflict in Ukraine.
Together, Germany, France, and Poland make up a voting block representing about 145 million eligible voters. This accounts for approximately 40% of all EU voters.
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- Despite Ukraine's preference for US President Biden, Vice President Harris will be attending the peace conference in Switzerland, sending a significant message to Russia.
- Russia's efforts to deter participation in the Switzerland peace conference by multiple nations have been successful, resulting in fewer countries committed to the forum than at the beginning of the Ukraine conflict.
- NATO's Secretary-General, Jens Stoltenberg, expressed disappointment over China's decision to not participate in the Ukraine peace conference, citing their previous failure to condemn Russia's invasion and financial assistance to Russia's war economy.
- Following recent attacks on high-ranking political figures, Putin has reportedly worn a bulletproof vest at public appearances and increased security measures, with his chief concerns being the International Criminal Court's arrest warrant, Russian air defense responses, and potential Islamic attacks.
