Petroleum storage tanks on fire in Russia's Rostov Oblast
Several oil storage tanks in the town of Azov in Russia's Rostov region caught fire overnight on June 18 following a drone strike, Vasily Golubev, the regional governor, said.
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Zelensky says Ukraine 'will end this war on our terms'
President Volodymyr Zelensky delivered his first in-person address to German lawmakers in the Bundestag on June 11, expressing Ukraine's gratitude for Germany's support in resisting Russia's invasion.
US to deploy additional Patriot missile battery to Ukraine
The United States will provide Ukraine with an additional Patriot missile system, senior administration and military officials told the New York Times on June 11. This will be the second Patriot system supplied by the U.S. to Ukraine.
Ukraine to launch registry of mine-affected areas
Ukraine will launch a state register for areas contaminated with explosives, according to a report from the Economy Ministry.
NATO considering to create new special envoy post in Ukraine
NATO is considering to establish a permanent envoy position in Kyiv as part of its long-term commitment to Ukraine amid the ongoing war, Western officials and U.S. congressional aides familiar with the matter told Foreign Policy.
Biden warns that Putin is 'not going to stop at Ukraine'
U.S. President Joe Biden reaffirmed his strong support for Kyiv in its fight against the Russian invasion during a meeting with French President Emmanuel Macron on June 8: "The United States is standing strong with Ukraine. We will not — I say it again — walk away."
Russia attacks 11 communities in Sumy Oblast
Russian forces struck 11 communities in Ukraine's northeastern Sumy Oblast in 26 separate attacks throughout the day, the regional administration reported on June 8. No casualties were reported.
Russian missile attack on Dnipro leaves 8 injured, including 2 children
Russia struck Ukraine's city of Dnipro with missiles overnight on June 4, causing fire, Governor Serhii Lysak said. At least eight civilians, including a one-month-old baby and a 17-year-old boy, were injured in the attack.
Russia’s FM Lavrov visiting Africa
Russian Foreign Minister Sergey Lavrov arrived in Guinea on June 3 as part of his ongoing visits to West Africa. These visits come amid a backdrop of coups and rising discontent with traditional allies such as France and the United States, prompting some countries to shift their alliances towards Moscow.
Russia claims to down 20 Ukrainian drones in Kursk
Russian air defense units on June 3 allegedly intercepted 20 Ukrainian drones in the southern Kursk region, which borders Ukraine, according to regional governor Alexei Smirnov.
Russia attacks 7 communities in Sumy Oblast
Russian forces struck seven communities in Ukraine's northeastern Sumy Oblast in 18 separate attacks throughout the day, the regional administration reported on June 3. No casualties were reported.
Air Force: Ukraine downs 24 drones launched by Russia overnight
Ukrainian air defenses shot down 24 of the 25 attack drones launched by Russia overnight on June 2, the Air Force said in its morning update.
The Telegraph: MI5 to shifts focus to counter-espionage amid rising Russia, China threats
The United Kingdom's domestic counter-intelligence and security agency Mi5 has been ordered to prioritize targeting spies over terrorists due to a significant recruitment drive by Russia, China, and Iran.
Romania considers supplying Ukraine with Patriot system, Romanian PM says
Romania is considering equipping Ukraine with advanced Patriot defense systems to counter Russian attacks. However, President Klaus Iohannis clarified that such a decision would require an approval from an autonomous administrative authority responsible for coordinating national defense and security activities.
Russia attacks 10 communities in Sumy Oblast
Russian forces struck 10 communities in Ukraine's northeastern Sumy Oblast in 21 separate attacks throughout the day, the regional administration reported on June 1. Russia assailed the border communities with mortar, artillery, and drone attacks.
Air Force: Ukraine downs 13 Russian drones overnight
Ukrainian air defenses shot down 13 of the 14 Shahed-type attack drones launched during a Russian attack overnight on May 29, according to Ukraine's Air Force Commander, Mykola Oleshchuk.
Telegraph: Zelensky to learn Ukraine's NATO membership still on hold at upcoming summit
Ukraine will not advance further towards NATO membership at this year’s annual summit, The Telegraph reported on May 28, due to concerns that the alliance could be drawn into a war with Russia.
Fuel station in Russia's Oryol Oblast damaged following drone attack
Two drones crashed into a fuel station in Livny, a town in Russia's Oryol region, overnight on May 27, according to the local governor.
Putin arrives in Uzbekistan, marking third international visit of his new term
Russian leader Vladimir Putin arrived in Uzbekistan's capital on May 26 to hold discussions with President Shavkat Mirziyoyev, focusing on strengthening bilateral relations.
Russia attacks 10 communities in Sumy Oblast
Russian forces struck 10 communities in Ukraine's northeastern Sumy Oblast in 28 separate attacks throughout the day, the regional administration reported on May 26. No casualties were reported.
Canada imposes sanctions on Russian firms accused of shipping North Korean weapons to Ukraine
Canada has once again sanctioned Russian individuals and companies aiding Russia's war against Ukraine. The sanctions target two individuals and six shipping firms.
Updated: Russia attacks Kharkiv with drones overnight, causing fire
Seven people suffered from shock after Russia attacked Ukraine's second-largest city of Kharkiv with drones and missiles on May 21, Governor Oleh Syniehubov said.
Russia attacks 14 communities in Sumy Oblast
Russian forces struck 14 communities in Ukraine's northeastern Sumy Oblast in 48 separate attacks throughout the day, the regional administration reported on May 20.
Several countries support Germany's initiative to find air defense equipment for Ukraine
A number of countries backed Germany's initiative to find air defense equipment for Kyiv at the 22nd Ramstein-format summit of the Ukraine Defense Contact Group (UDCG) on May 20.
Air Force: Ukraine downs all 13 Russian drones overnight
Ukrainian air defenses downed all 13 Shahed-type attack drones launched by Russia overnight on May 18, according to Air Force Commander Mykola Oleshchuk.
Mediazona confirms identities of over 52,700 Russian soldiers killed in Ukraine
Through open-source research, Mediazona, a Russian independent media outlet, together with BBC Russia, confirmed the names of 52,789 Russian soldiers who had been killed since the beginning of Russia's full-scale invasion of Ukraine in February 2022.
Russia claims explosion at St. Petersburg academy caused by World War Two ammunition
Russia's military reported on May 17 that a blast at the Budyonny Military Academy of the Signal Corps in St. Petersburg, which injured seven servicemen, was caused by the accidental detonation of World War II-era ammunition.
Russia attacks 10 communities in Sumy Oblast
Russian forces struck 10 communities in Ukraine's northeastern Sumy Oblast in 44 separate attacks throughout the day, the regional administration reported on May 17. At least 183 explosions were reported in Sumy Oblast over the past 24 hours.
Russia's attack on Sumy Oblast kills civilian, injures 1
Russian forces attacked 10 communities in Sumy Oblast on May 15, killing one civilian and injuring another, the Sumy Oblast Military Administration reported.
Explosions rock Sevastopol, Belbek military airfield under attack
A fire broke out at the Belbek airfield in northwest Sevastopol in the evening of May 15, several Telegram monitoring channels reported. Explosions were also heard in Sevastopol, Simferopol, Dzhankoi and Hvardiiske.
Air Force: Ukraine downs 18 Russian drones
Ukrainian air defense units shot down all of the 18 Russian attack drones overnight on May 14, the Air Force said in its morning update. The drones were launched from the occupied Crimean peninsula.
Blinken arrives in Ukraine for official visit
U.S. Secretary of State Antony Blinken, who arrived in Ukraine by train early in the morning on May 14, hopes to "send a strong signal of reassurance to the Ukrainians who are obviously in a very difficult moment."
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