Author: The Kyiv Independent news desk

Key developments on June 26: Zelensky visits Donetsk Oblast along with newly appointed General Hnatov PACE adopts 3 resolutions on Ukraine, including on Russia’s cultural genocide Russian attack on Kharkiv, Kherson oblasts injure at least nine people U.S. supports ICC investigation into Shoigu, Gerasimov Ukraine’s crowdfunded satellite takes over 4,000 images of Russian facilities President Volodymyr Zelensky visited Donetsk Oblast on June 26 along with the newly appointed Commander of the Joint Forces of the Ukrainian Armed Forces, Brigadier General Andrii Hnatov. Zelensky emphasized the need for officials to personally visit front-line areas, stating that solutions to local problems “simply…

Since the full-scale invasion of Ukraine on Feb. 24, 2022, Russia has suffered significant losses, with 538,060 troops reported dead by the General Staff of Ukraine’s Armed Forces. The latest figures reveal 1,220 casualties in just one day. Additionally, Russia has lost a staggering number of military assets, including 8,039 tanks, 15,450 armored vehicles, 19,407 vehicles and fuel tanks, 14,321 artillery systems, and more. The situation is escalating, with international developments such as the issuance of arrest warrants for Russia’s former Defense Minister Shoigu and Russian army Chief Gerasimov by the International Criminal Court. The European Court of Human Rights…

Key developments on June 25: International Criminal Court issues arrest warrants for Russia’s Shoigu, Gerasimov Czech PM confirms Ukraine received first batch of shells under Prague-led initiative European Court of Human Rights finds Russia guilty of violating human rights in occupied Crimea Ukraine brings back 90 POWs from Russian captivity Ukraine’s military intelligence says it set fire to ammunition depot in Russia’s Voronezh Oblast The International Criminal Court (ICC) has issued arrest warrants for Russian officials accused of war crimes, specifically directing attacks at civilian objects in Ukraine. President Zelensky welcomed the decision, emphasizing justice for these crimes. The Czech-led…

Russia’s losses in Ukraine since the invasion on Feb. 24, 2022, have been significant, with the General Staff of Ukraine’s Armed Forces reporting a total of 536,840 troops lost as of June 25. This number includes 1,180 casualties sustained by Russian forces in the past day alone. The report also reveals the staggering loss of military equipment by Russia, including 8,035 tanks, 15,431 armored vehicles, 19,362 vehicles and fuel tanks, 14,281 artillery systems, and more. President Volodymyr Zelensky recently replaced Lieutenant General Yurii Sodol with Brigadier General Andrii Hnatov in response to accusations of heavy losses by soldiers. Zelensky dismisses…

Russia has lost a significant number of troops and military assets in Ukraine since the invasion began on February 24, 2022. According to the General Staff of Ukraine’s Armed Forces, Russia has lost over 535,660 troops, including 1,300 in the past day alone. The losses also include a staggering number of tanks, armored vehicles, artillery systems, aircraft, drones, and naval vessels. This data highlights the intensity of the conflict and the toll it has taken on Russian forces. Image source: The Kyiv Independent \ Source link

In a recent interview with the Philadelphia Inquirer, Ukraine’s Military Intelligence Chief Kyrylo Budanov emphasized the necessity of reclaiming occupied territory to end the state of war. The peace formula presented by Ukraine at a recent summit aims to restore national borders, excluding Russia. Budanov expressed confidence that Putin would not use tactical nuclear weapons, advocating for conventional warfare strategies. Budanov also discussed the use of long-range weapons to target Russian soil, such as the Kerch Bridge. Recent attacks on Russian-occupied regions have escalated tensions, with claims of Ukrainian missile strikes. Despite previous damage to the bridge, its military significance…

Reports of explosions in Yevpatoria, occupied Crimea, shook residents around 10 p.m. on June 23, as stated by local news outlet Suspilne Crimea. Witnesses heard two powerful blasts that rattled windows and sirens blaring across the city. Yevpatoria, a resort city in Western Crimea, is situated to the north of Sevastopol. The Russian Defense Ministry alleged Ukraine’s involvement in an attack on Sevastopol with five U.S.-made ATACMS missiles. According to Mikhail Razvozhaev, head of the illegal government in Sevastopol, three individuals, including two children, lost their lives, while nearly 100 people sustained injuries. However, The Kyiv Independent could not confirm…

In his latest address, President Zelensky revealed that Ukraine is ramping up efforts to secure more air defense systems to protect against Russian attacks. He emphasized that the upcoming weeks in June and July will be just as productive as the previous months. Recent agreements with Romania and the Netherlands have added to Ukraine’s defense capabilities, with more Patriot systems on the way. The urgency for additional air defenses comes as Russia escalates its strikes on Ukrainian cities and vital infrastructure. Since receiving its first Patriot battery from the U.S. in 2023, Ukraine has relied on this advanced system to…

New internal Russian trade data reveals a concerning influx of artillery shells from North Korea, potentially intensifying the conflict in Ukraine. The Washington Post reported that Russia imported 1.6 million shells within six months, likely destined for the border with Ukraine. The Center for Advanced Defense Studies provided this data, pointing to North Korea as the main source. A recent defense agreement between North Korea and Russia solidifies their alliance, promising military support in case of invasion. This partnership has implications beyond weaponry, extending to trade and security cooperation. Consequently, South Korea considers halting weapon supplies to Ukraine, affected by…

Russian troops have intensified attacks on Kharkiv Oblast in Ukraine, using 35 glide bombs and missiles in the past 24 hours, according to Nazar Voloshyn, the spokesperson for the Khortytsia group of forces. The attacks have resulted in the destruction of energy infrastructure and civilian casualties in Kharkiv, the country’s second-largest city. Voloshyn reported that Russian troops conducted 20 airstrikes using 35 glide bombs and one missile strike in Kharkiv Oblast, with the village of Lyptsi bearing the brunt of the attacks. The Khortytsia group of forces also posted on Telegram about additional bombings from the direction of Belgorod. Earlier…