UN reports highest monthly civilian casualties rate in Ukraine for May 2024
The surge occurred primarily due to brutal offensives in Kharkiv Oblast.
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ISW: US military aid begins to reach Ukrainian frontline, but impact will take time
Ukrainian forces near Vovchansk have received their first shipments of Western-provided artillery shells, but Russian forces in the area still maintain a five-to-one advantageUkrainian forces near Vovchansk have received their first shipments of Western-provided artillery shells, but Russian forces in the area still maintain a five-to-one advantage, according to reports
Russo-Ukrainian war, day 833: Russia amasses troops near Ukrainian border and in occupied territories
Intelligence reports Russia amassed around 550,000 troops near Ukraine's border.
AP: US officials confirm Ukraine’s June strikes inside Russia with American weapons
These attacks were permitted by the White House to defend Kharkiv, Ukraine's second-largest city
The Telegraph: Hitting military bases inside Russia is fair, say Ukrainian soldiers
The defenders emphasize that these strikes would target military objectives, not civilians, and support President Biden’s decision to allow the use of US-supplied HIMARS for such operations, aiming to disrupt Russian advances in the Kharkiv region.
Intelligence: Russia concentrates massive military build-up near Ukraine
Russia has amassed around 550,000 troops in occupied territories of Ukraine and near its border, according to a source from Ukraine's Main Intelligence Directorate.
Ukraine’s Economy Ministry chooses Prozorro Market for timber procurement to construct fortifications on front
n a bid to swiftly secure timber for essential construction, the Ministry has announced its decision to utilize the transparent and efficient platform.
Kharkiv endures 13 hours of air raid sirens and bombings per day, Ukrainian official says
Russia is using a scorched earth tactic in its attempts to seize Ukrainian territory, claimed Oleh Syniehubov, highlighting the extensive damage in the region.
Ukrainian military repels Russian attacks in Klishchiivka and holds ground in Pokrovsk
In the past 24 hours, the Air Force and artillery of the Defense Forces have targeted 17 enemy personnel concentration areas, along with several key targets, including two command posts and two air defense systems.
Frontline report: Russian offensive in Kharkiv stalls with Vovchansk as bridges over river destroyed
Geolocated footage shows Russian military equipment digging trenches near Vovchansk, suggesting a change to a defensive posture after Ukrainian resistance halted Russian offensive in Kharkiv Oblast aimed at establishing a 20km buffer zone inside Ukraine's border.
UK Intelligence: Number of Russian losses in May 2024 is highest reported since start of war
British Intelligence suggests that most Russian forces receive limited training, hindering their ability to conduct complex operations, resulting in high-cost attacks from multiple positions.
Prominent Ukrainian combat medic Iryna Tsybukh killed on Kharkiv front. Here’s her farewell letter
She was killed a few days before her 26th birthday.
Ukrainian forces hold front lines against Russian advances, conduct successful strikes on Russian logistics routes
Over the past day, Ukraine hit 21 areas of Russian personnel concentration, leading to the loss of 18 tanks, 22 armored combat vehicles, and other key equipment.
Ukraine controls 70% of Vovchansk City, street fighting continues, military says
Ukrainian forces control 70% of Vovchansk city, with ongoing street battles as Russia tries unsuccessfully advancing in small groups, the military says.
Frontline report: Ukraine launches counteroffensive in Vovchansk against Russians
Ukraine launches counteroffensive in Vovchansk, restoring bridges, concentrating troops. Russia attempts defense, destroying bridges but Ukraine adapts, making progress.
Frontline battles continue: Ukrainian forces repel Russian advances
On the Kramatorsk front, Ukrainian forces are engaged in a battle near Andriivka village, with Russians attempting to breach defenses eight times. Despite this, Ukrainian control remains firm.
Tragic toll: Kharkiv’s losses revealed as hypermarket victims identified
Interior Minister Ihor Klymenko declared the conclusion of search operations at the Kharkiv hypermarket deliberately attacked by Russian aerial bombs.
Pokrovsk battlefield: Ukrainian forces destroy 15 pieces of Russian military equipment, take down 394 occupiers
Heavy fighting continues on the Pokrovsk front with eight active engagements. Ukrainian forces report that Russian troops lost 394 soldiers and 15 armored vehicles in the past day.
Umerov: Russia plans to deploy up to 300,000 soldiers to Ukraine’s border
Ukraine aims to strengthen its defensive lines and counter Russian forces, while boosting its military capabilities across air, sea, and land.
Russian strikes and propaganda target Global Peace Summit in Switzerland, says Borrell
The Kremlin uses every method to subvert support for the Global Peace Summit in Switzerland, including spreading propaganda and continuing attacks on Ukrainian cities. On May 27, Moscow forces launched strikes on Kharkiv, killing 18 and injuring 48 civilians. High Representative Josep Borrell emphasized that despite Putin's talks of peace, his actions aim to sabotage the summit dedicated to fostering a future peace process.