Author: Kateryna Denisova
Support independent journalism in Ukraine. Join us in this fight. Become a member Support us just once The active Russia-Ukraine front line has recently expanded as intense fighting continues in various sectors, with Toretsk becoming a recent hotspot. The General Commander of Ukraine, Oleksandr Syrskyi, reported that while fighting intensity has decreased in some areas, it has escalated in others. Russia has increased attacks near Toretsk, with 17 attacks reported in June, following a period of reduced conflict. The situation in Pokrovsk remains challenging, with Russia seeking to penetrate Ukrainian defenses. Syrskyi emphasized the importance of well-equipped military units and…
Support independent journalism in Ukraine. Join us in this fight. Become a member Support us just once Explosions shook Balaklava in occupied Crimea after an air raid alert on July 1, as reported by Crimean Wind. Russian proxy leader, Mikhail Razvozhayev, claimed air defenses were active in Sevastopol. Locals shared images of smoke rising near the thermal power plant. Razvozhayev stated that four air targets were destroyed, falling in the coastal zone. Explosions were also heard in Cape Fiolent. Ukrainian forces have successfully attacked Russian targets in Crimea, significantly impacting the Black Sea Fleet. Over 15 air defense systems and…
Support Independent Journalism in Ukraine Russia’s pro-Kremlin youth group, Movement of the First, announced plans to send children to North Korea’s Sondovon summer camp, following a strategic partnership agreement between Russia and North Korea. This alignment raises concerns about Moscow’s intentions, as North Korea is supplying ammunition for the war against Ukraine. The trip to the North Korean camp is scheduled for late July, with groups of children accompanied by counselors. The camp is deemed equivalent to Ukraine’s Artek summer camp in Crimea, which the EU recently sanctioned for bringing children from occupied territories. In addition to these actions, the…
Support independent journalism in Ukraine. Join us in this fight. Become a member Support us just once Russian troops attacked the town of Vilniansk in Zaporizhzhia Oblast on June 29, resulting in seven fatalities, including two children, and at least 18 injuries, according to Interior Minister Ihor Klymenko. Vilniansk, located about 30 kilometers from Zaporizhzhia, experienced multiple explosions following an air raid alert. The attack caused damage to critical infrastructure, a store, and residential buildings, as reported by Zaporizhzhia Oblast Governor Ivan Fedorov. President Volodymyr Zelensky emphasized the need to combat such strikes by destroying terrorists, targeting Russian missile launchers,…
U.S. President Joe Biden and his predecessor, Donald Trump, engaged in a historic debate concerning foreign policy, particularly Ukraine’s defense against Russia. Despite little emphasis on global affairs, attention was drawn to the candidates’ views on the ongoing conflict. Trump’s statements regarding Ukraine’s military aid and his claims of a potential resolution further intensified the discussion. Meanwhile, Biden criticized Putin’s expansionist ambitions and underscored the need for a unified approach to combating Russia’s aggression. Observers noted the lack of a clear strategy from both candidates on ending the war in Ukraine, raising concerns about the future of U.S. foreign policy.…
Ukrainian defense forces recently destroyed a Russian space surveillance and communications center in occupied Crimea, a critical blow to Russia’s military capabilities. The attack, carried out by Ukraine’s Defense Ministry, targeted a key component in the Russian satellite communications and navigation system. A series of explosions rocked several settlements in Crimea, including the town of Yevpatoria and the village of Vityne, raising tensions between the two countries. Despite the destruction, both Ukrainian and Russian officials have remained silent on the incident. Recent satellite images revealed extensive damage to the 40th Separate Command and Measurement Complex in Vityne, part of Russia’s…
Support independent journalism in Ukraine. Join us in this fight. Become a member Support us just once Russian troops have escalated their attacks on Ukraine, with a recent bombing in Kharkiv using a FAB-500 bomb equipped with a gliding kit. This bombing resulted in injuries and damage to the city. The use of glide bombs allows for more precise targeting and increased range, posing a greater threat to Ukrainian defenses. Kharkiv Oblast Governor reported the damage caused by the attack, highlighting the destruction inflicted by Russian forces on civilian areas. This relentless assault on cities like Kharkiv and Donetsk demonstrates…
Editor’s note: This story is being updated. Ukraine signed 10-year bilateral security agreements with Estonia and Lithuania at the recent Brussels summit. This move aims to strengthen Kyiv’s defense against Russian aggression. The agreements follow a pledge made by the Group of Seven (G7) last July. In addition to the security deals, Kyiv also signed an agreement with the European Union on the same day. Estonia and Lithuania have committed to providing long-term military and financial support to Ukraine, including defense aid and allocating a percentage of their GDP annually for military support. The agreements outline the types of military…
Russian forces carried out a guided bomb attack on the town of Derhachi in Kharkiv Oblast on June 26, causing injuries to at least four individuals, as reported by Governor Oleh Syniehubov. The strike resulted in damage to houses and ignited a fire at an outbuilding, as confirmed by Kharkiv Oblast Police. Among the casualties, four individuals were hospitalized with explosive injuries, while four others, including three children, suffered shock from the attack. This incident adds to a series of escalated assaults by Moscow on Kharkiv and Kharkiv Oblast, involving missiles, glide bombs, and drones, leading to destruction of vital…
Support independent journalism in Ukraine. Join us in this fight. Become a member Support us just once Editor’s note: This story is being updated. Ukraine recently conducted a prisoner exchange with Russia, bringing back 90 people from captivity on June 25. President Volodymyr Zelensky confirmed that those released included service personnel from various branches of the military. The exchange involved 90 Russian soldiers being swapped for the Ukrainian captives. Zelensky reiterated the country’s commitment to securing the release of all its people held in Russian captivity. The released captives consisted of individuals from the National Guard, border guards, and various…