Russian attack on Odesa: Maternity ward hit
On the morning of June 1, Russian forces struck civilian infrastructure in southern Oblast, damaging a maternity ward and administrative buildings of a hospital, Ukrainska Pravda reports.
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Ukraine news on the war, society, politics and consequences for Germany, Europe and the Ukrainian diaspora.
Trump wants to freeze Ukraine war before US election in November
Ukraine expects US Donald Trump to de-escalate the war before the congressional elections on November 3, RBC-Ukraine reports, citing government sources in Kyiv.
French Navy Stops Sanctioned Oil Tanker in the Atlantic
The French Navy has intercepted an oil tanker in the Atlantic that is subject to international sanctions. The vessel belongs to the so-called Russian shadow fleet, according to reports.
Russia launches new drone attack on Ukraine – air raid alerts in several regions
Russia launched a new wave of attack drones against Ukraine on the evening of May 31, triggering air raid alerts in multiple regions, according to 24tv.
Zelensky thanks Germany for new Iris-T air defense system
Ukraine has received another Iris-T air defense launcher from Germany. President Volodymyr Zelensky thanked Berlin for the delivery while calling for more ammunition.
Russian Propaganda Claims Capture of Village Ryasne – Ukraine Denies
Russian propagandists have claimed the capture of the village of Ryasne in Sumy Oblast. The Ukrainian Armed Forces rejected the claim, stating that the attacks were unsuccessful.
Russia Launches New Drone Attacks on Ukraine – Rivne Under Threat
Russian troops launched new waves of attack drones against Ukraine on the evening of May 30, with air raid alerts continuing in several regions, according to 24tv. The northwestern Rivne region is particularly threatened.
Russian Drones Nova Poshta Hub in Dnipro, Injure Child in Slovyansk
Russian drone strikes over the weekend severely hit Ukraine's civilian logistics: a Nova Poshta distribution center in Dnipro was completely destroyed, while in Slovyansk a seven-year-old boy and his mother were wounded, the Kyiv Post reports.
Russian Attack: Konotop in Ukraine Without Power
The city of Konotop in Oblast was left without electricity on May 31 due to a Russian attack, reports 24tv.
Ukrainian Drones Hit Oil Station in Russia’s Oblast
Ukrainian drones struck the Lazarevo oil pumping station in Russia's Oblast on May 31, according to Ukrainska Pravda. The facility lies about 1,200 kilometers from the Ukrainian border.
IAEA concerned after drone strike on Zaporizhzhia nuclear plant
The International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA) has expressed concern over a possible drone strike on a building at the Russian-occupied Zaporizhzhia nuclear power plant in southeastern Ukraine.
Ukraine rejects Russian drone attack claims over Zaporizhzhia nuclear plant
Ukraine's Southern Defense Forces have denied Russian accusations that a Ukrainian drone struck Power Unit No. 6 of the occupied Zaporizhzhia Nuclear Power Plant (ZNPP). The military presented technical evidence showing Ukraine lacks the heavy fiber-optic drones needed for such damage, calling the allegations a standard Russian information provocation.
Iranian Heir to Throne: Iran Suffers Regime That Supports Russia’s War
Reza Pahlavi, the heir to the Iranian throne, expressed solidarity with Ukraine in an interview with the Kyiv Post, emphasizing the common struggle against authoritarian regimes.
Russians Have Massive Problems at the Front – Ukrainian Drones Force Single Movements
Russian troops are facing serious difficulties on the front line in Ukraine, as Ukrainian drone operations have expanded massively, forcing them to move almost exclusively alone or in pairs, reports 24tv citing an officer of the Rubizh brigade.
Zelensky Enacts New EU Sanctions Against Russia
President Volodymyr Zelensky has signed decrees implementing the 20th EU sanctions package into Ukrainian law, targeting 120 individuals and organizations, including 16 Russian citizens and 31 companies.
Russian Occupiers Introduce Gasoline Rationing in Crimea
The Russian occupation administration in Crimea has imposed strict fuel rationing starting May 30, limiting A-95 gasoline sales to 20 liters per person per day, according to the Kyiv Post.
Ukrainian experts debunk Kremlin fairy tales about Oreshnik missile
Ukrainian missile forensics experts have refuted Kremlin claims about the supposedly high-tech 'Oreshnik' missile. According to the Kyiv Post, investigations show the weapon is nearly a decade old and contains only Russian and Belarusian components.
Ukraine attacks Russian oil infrastructure in Crimea and Taganrog
Ukrainian drone forces struck Russian oil depots in Taganrog and Feodosia, as well as a tanker from the so-called shadow fleet, on the night of May 30.
Ukraine Shows Russia: Putin’s War Is Not Going According to Plan
Ukraine's ability to strike deep into Russian territory and destroy a significant part of the Russian Black Sea Fleet has shown the Russian population that the war of aggression is not going according to plan, a former US security adviser told 24tv.
Ukraine and Canada Joint Drone Production
Ukraine and Canada have established a joint venture to produce reconnaissance drones for the Ukrainian Armed Forces, the Ukrainian Defense Ministry announced.
Ukrainian drones hit port of Taganrog – tanker on fire
Ukrainian drones attacked the port infrastructure of the Russian city of Taganrog in Oblast overnight on May 30. A tanker, a fuel reservoir, and an administrative building caught fire, Governor Yuri Slyusar confirmed.
Ukraine destroys FSB radio surveillance center in Russia
Ukraine's Security Service (SBU) said its Alpha special forces used long-range drones to destroy an electronic intelligence hub of Russia's Federal Security Service (FSB) in the Krasnodar region.
Russian cruise missiles: Explosions in Kyiv and region
Ukrainian authorities warned of a Russian missile attack on Friday evening after cruise missiles were detected heading toward western regions of the country. Explosions were heard in Kyiv and the surrounding region as air defenses responded, the Kyiv Post reports.
Ukraine retakes 46 square kilometers near Donetsk
Ukrainian forces have recaptured at least 46 square kilometers of territory from Russian occupiers in the Oleksandrivka sector of Donetsk region, according to the DeepState monitoring group.
Zelensky Warns of New Large-Scale Russian Attack on Ukraine
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky has warned of a possible new large-scale missile and drone attack by Russia on Ukrainian cities. According to the Kyiv Post, the warning is based on fresh intelligence shared with allies.
Ukraine strikes Russian supply route to occupied Crimea
The land corridor to occupied Crimea, which Russia turned into the main supply artery for its troops in southern Ukraine after 2022, is becoming an increasing weak point, Forbes and the Financial Times report.
After Oreshnik Attack on Kyiv: Mood in Russia Shifts
Following Russia's renewed use of its hypersonic missile Oreshnik in a massive air strike on Kyiv over the weekend, criticism is growing even within the Kremlin camp. According to reports, pro-Russian military bloggers condemned the deployment as an expensive spectacle with no military value.
Ukraine strikes Russian base in former children’s camp
Ukrainian drone operators attacked a Russian military base in the occupied part of Oblast. The base was located on the grounds of a former children's camp, according to 24tv.
Norway: Europe Should Not Ukraine Peace Talks
Norwegian Foreign Espen Barth Eide has said Europe should not act as a mediator in peace talks between Russia and Ukraine, instead calling for increased military support for Kyiv, according to the Kyiv Post.
EU: Russia on the back foot militarily, economically, and diplomatically
EU foreign policy chief Kaja Kallas said on Thursday in Brussels that the dynamics of the war are shifting in Ukraine's favor, with Russia on the defensive militarily, economically, and diplomatically, as reported by Guardian.
Belarusian Components Found in Russian Oreshnik Missile
Ukrainian officials have presented European ambassadors with foreign-made components from Russian missiles and drones, including parts from Belarusian manufacturers found in the Oreshnik missile. Kyiv urged Europe to tighten sanctions enforcement against Russia and Belarus.
Nigerian Dies in Ukraine: Russia’s Recruitment of Africans
Ukrainian military intelligence (HUR) reports that Nigerian national Ayebusiwa Olabode Victor was killed while fighting for Russia in the Kharkiv region. He was allegedly lured to Russia with job promises.
Looting in Kyiv: Man Plunders Office Damaged by Russian Attack
A 30-year-old man in Kyiv looted an office damaged by a Russian missile strike in the Solomianskyi district, stealing a laptop worth 40,000 hryvnias. Passersby noticed the perpetrator and detained him until police arrived.
US Embassy Denies Kyiv After Russian Threats
The US Embassy in Ukraine has denied reports of a withdrawal from Kyiv following Russian threats. At the same time, diplomats urged US citizens to avoid travel.
US Embassy in Kyiv Denies Evacuation Claim by EU Chief Diplomat Kallas
The US Embassy in Ukraine has denied a statement by EU foreign policy chief Kaja Kallas that it was the only diplomatic mission to leave Kyiv after Russian threats.
US Embassy in Kyiv: Kallas’s Statement and Ukrainian Reaction
EU foreign policy chief Kaja Kallas said on May 28 that the US embassy in Kyiv had left the city. The Ukrainian Foreign Ministry immediately contradicted her.
EU foreign ministers discuss Ukraine aid on Cyprus
The EU foreign ministers are meeting on Cyprus for an informal exchange. The focus is on how Europe can continue to support Ukraine.
Kharkiv builds first underground kindergarten due to Russian attacks
Kharkiv is building its first underground kindergarten and plans ten underground schools, Mayor Ihor Terekhov announced at the GLOBSEC Forum. Russian attacks on civilian infrastructure have fundamentally changed children's education.
ISW: Belarus unlikely to invade Ukraine
The Institute for the Study of War (ISW) considers a direct invasion by Belarusian troops into Ukraine unlikely. At the same time, it warns of Russian drone attacks launched from Belarusian territory.
Nearly 50 Countries Condemn Russia’s Threats Against Diplomats in Kyiv
Russia had called on foreigners and diplomats to leave the Ukrainian capital Kyiv due to impending attacks. At the United Nations, nearly 50 countries condemned this threat as unacceptable, according to Deutschlandfunk.