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Russian military vehicles are being relocated in the temporarily occupied city of Mariupol to avoid potential strikes by Ukrainian forces. The Atesh partisan movement revealed this information on Telegram, as reported by Ukrinform. The movement stated that Russian troops are relocating their units and equipment within the city and to other areas, seeking safety from potential attacks. This includes positioning equipment near residential areas and infrastructure to falsely accuse Ukraine of targeting civilians. Atesh affirmed its collaboration with the local resistance movement in Mariupol to counter the occupiers’ actions. Photos: Atesh/Telegram \ Source link

The US Department of Defense announced the upcoming virtual meeting of the Ukraine Defense Contact Group scheduled for May 20. Secretary of Defense Lloyd J. Austin III and Chairman of the Joint Chiefs of Staff Gen. CQ Brown, Jr. will host the 22nd meeting to discuss Russia’s war in Ukraine and coordinate international support for Ukraine’s defense. At the previous meeting on April 26, the US pledged a $6 billion military aid package to Ukraine. The May 20 meeting will focus on strategic coordination and support for Ukraine in its fight against Russian aggression. For those interested in watching the…

Recently, Ukraine’s air defense forces successfully intercepted and shot down a Russian drone over Odesa, as announced by Odesa Mayor Hennadii Trukhanov on Telegram. The incident was reported without any casualties, indicating a swift and efficient response from the Ukrainian air defense forces. Prior to this event, the Ukrainian Air Force had issued a warning that hostile reconnaissance drones were being detected in the Odesa and Mykolaiv regions. The interception of the Russian drone serves as a testament to Ukraine’s commitment to protecting its airspace and sovereignty against any threats or intrusions. The successful interception highlights the importance of maintaining…

Ukraine’s Drone Strikes Disrupt Russian Energy Infrastructure Earlier this year, Ukraine’s drone strikes on Russian energy infrastructure disrupted 14% of the country’s oil refining capacity and led to a significant increase in domestic fuel prices. However, the impact on electricity output was minimal, according to information from the Pentagon’s intelligence agency. The loss of Russian refining capacity caused domestic fuel prices to rise by 20% to 30% by mid-March. This led to an export halt as Russia focused on meeting domestic demand. To alleviate the effects of the strikes, Russia banned gasoline exports for six months, began importing refined products…

Russian President Vladimir Putin’s intentions towards Ukraine remain unchanged, with a desire for the country and its people to disappear, as mentioned by Ukrainian Defense Minister Rustem Umerov in a recent interview on CNN. According to Umerov, Putin’s ultimate goal is the eradication of Ukraine as an independent nation and Ukrainians as an ethnic group, while also preventing Ukraine from joining NATO. He aims to create a second front to weaken Ukrainian forces and exploit delays in weapon supplies to the country. In response, Ukraine is determined to defend itself by sticking to a strategic plan to secure its 1991…

The Czech Ministry of Internal Affairs is initiating a pilot project to support the voluntary return of Ukrainians displaced by the Russian war. The project, running from June to November, aims to assist up to 430 individuals residing in the Czech Republic due to the conflict in Ukraine. The program is not related to military service and is open to foreigners with temporary protection or international status. Minister Vit Rakusan emphasized the importance of assisting those who wish to return home for health or family reasons. The project covers travel expenses for 400 people with bus tickets and medical transport…

In a bold move, Ukraine’s Defense Forces initiated a counteroffensive in the Vovchansk area of the Kharkiv region. Intense fighting has erupted along the entire front line, with invaders particularly active on the Kramatorsk and Pokrovsk axes. However, Ukrainian forces are resolute in their efforts to repel the enemy and prevent any incursion into Ukrainian territory. Amidst 58 military clashes since the start of the day, various axes experienced heightened activity. Russian assaults were reported in multiple areas, including missile strikes on Kharkiv and attacks on Starytsia, Vilcha, and Stara Vodolaza. In response, Ukrainian soldiers launched a successful counteroffensive in…

Ukraine faced challenges due to the political divide in the U.S. Congress, but thanks to the efforts of more moderate lawmakers, the military aid package for Ukraine was successfully passed. In an interview with Ukrinform, Nebraska State Senator Tom Brewer, a retired U.S. Army Colonel, highlighted the importance of supporting Ukraine amidst the ongoing conflict. Brewer emphasized that despite initial support, there was a shift in attention towards other global conflicts, leading to war fatigue and political distractions. Some lawmakers questioned providing aid to foreign countries, while critics of Israel impacted decisions regarding aid to Ukraine. However, with the support…

The Latvian government has taken a significant step in supporting Ukraine by allocating EUR 10 million for the purchase of artillery ammunition. This decision, made during a closed meeting, showcases Latvia’s commitment to aiding Ukraine in its defense efforts. Led by Prime Minister Evika Silina and Defense Minister Andris Spruds, the allocation of funds aligns with the Czech initiative to provide artillery ammunition to Ukraine. Latvia’s contribution is expected to cover the purchase of over 3,000 155mm shells, further strengthening Ukraine’s military capabilities. In addition to the ammunition support, Latvia is also actively involved in the drone coalition alongside the…

Breaking news: A Russian air defense base in Crimea was attacked early this morning, resulting in casualties and damage to the military unit on Mount Ai-Petri. According to the Telegram channel Crimean Wind, the attack took place around 06:00 with missiles hitting military unit 85683. The commander of the unit, Alexander Kulakov, and another invader were killed, while the number of wounded remains unknown. The radars on the southern bank of Crimea, previously occupied by Ukrainian forces, are now under the control of the Russian Aerospace Forces. The site is equipped with a variety of radar systems, including Oborona, Altai,…