“Shaheds sound the same”: Zelenskyy calls for equal air defense support
President Zelenskyy highlighted the coordinated response of the US, UK, France & Jordan in shooting down 300 drones and missiles fired by Iran at Israel.
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ISW: Russian ‘threatening gains’ likely west of Bakhmut without US aid for Ukraine
Ukrainian officials are sounding alarms about an impending Russian offensive and the need for US military aid to fend it off.
Russo-Ukrainian war, day 782: The UK avoids downing Russian drones in Ukraine over escalation fears, despite downing Iranian drones targeting Israel.
While Russia has swiftly repaired oil refineries targeted by Ukrainian drones, reducing idled capacity, the UK remains cautious about downing Russian drones in Ukraine over escalation fears.
Zelenskyy says Ukraine will respond to Russian offensive in spring, summer
"We must be prepared for all possible formats of Russian hostile actions," Zelenskyy stated. "We will respond."
ISW says Ukrainian air defense depleted due to delayed US military aid
The Institute for the Study of War (ISW) has compared Ukraine's depleted air defense systems with Israel's robust air defense umbrella that successfully defended against a large-scale Iranian missile and drone attack on 13 April
US Senate Majority Leader Schumer: Biden, Congress agree on Israel, Ukraine aid
House may vote this week on military aid for Israel in response to Iran attack, unclear if combined with Ukraine support. House Intel Chair Republican Mike Turner expects Ukraine aid vote & passage.
Foreign Minister: Poland capable of covering western regions of Ukraine with Patriot system
"If you want to lease [Patriots], let's lease, if you want it to cover your border, let it cover your border, but give it," Kuleba says. Ukraine knows location of over 100 available Patriot systems allies have & seeks to obtain at least 7 Patriot batteries
Defense Minister: Russians concentrate forces for breakthrough west of Bakhmut
Despite "Russian numerical superiority," Ukraine's defenders disrupting Russian plans, Defense Minister Umerov said.
Russian forces shelled Sumy Oblast 19 times, one person dead
Due to shelling from Russian armed forces a person was killed in the Sumy oblast in the northeast of Ukraine, with Russian troops firing 19 times on the region on Sunday.
Lithuania to allocate €400 thousand for the purchase of metal detectors for Ukrainian schools
The Lithuanian government is ready to provide €400,000 to support the Ukrainian Education Security Service's project to equip schools with metal detectors.
Ukraine and Slovakia strengthen cooperation in energy sector, including nuclear
Ukraine and Slovakia agreed to step up cooperation in the nuclear industry, diversification of oil and natural gas transportation, and synchronization of market conditions and products to increase liquidity in the gas and electricity markets.
Among French youth, half would be ready to fight in Ukraine to defend France
According to a survey conducted among French youth, one in two would be ready to join the French army and fight in Ukraine if it was necessary to defend France.
Russian forces attacked Donetsk, Kharkiv and Sumy Oblasts in the last 24 hours: an overview of events
In the last 24 hours, Russian forces have attacked multiple Ukrainian border regions with drones and types of weaponry. Targets included locations in Kharkiv, Donetsk and the Sumy regions, with multiple wounded and fatal casualties as a result.
ISW: Western air defenses vital for Ukraine’s defense industry growth
Ukraine's ability to expand its domestic defense industry is also crucial for reducing its dependence on Western aid, particularly from the US, in the long term, according to the Institute for the Study of War .
US, UK announce new sanctions on Russian metal exports
The US and Britain announce embargo on Russian-origin aluminum, copper, and nickel imports, largest export product after energy resources, to reduce Russia's profits.
Trump supports aid to Ukraine, but “in loan, not gift”
Speaking at his Mar-a-Lago estate, Donald Trump indicated that Republicans could back additional Ukraine aid, though preferably as a "loan, not just a gift."
Syrskyi: Situation on multiple frontline directions significantly deteriorated
Russian forces intensifying offensives in Lyman & Bakhmut, attempting Pokrovsk breakthrough with tanks, infantry
Russian troops occupy Bohdanivka in Bakhmut direction, Donetsk Oblast – Deep State analysts
The analysts reported that the Russian forces are advancing toward Chasiv Yar
50% of Ukrainians believe mobilization efforts going wrong – survey shows
60% negatively assess work of Territorial Recruitment Centers. Verkhovna Rada (55%) & TRCs (59%) seen as most responsible.
US Ambassador: US to sell Ukraine $ 138 mn worth of equipment to modernize air defense systems
This will support repairing Hawk missile systems that protect critical infrastructure from Russia's attacks on energy grid & civilians.