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Russia attacks six Ukrainian oblasts in effort to cripple Ukraine's electricity infrastructure

Electricity generation and transport facilities in the Poltava, Kirovohrad, Zaporizhzhya, Lviv, Ivano-Frankivsk, and Vinnytsia oblasts were attacked, he said. “Damages inflicted are being clarified," he said. "Energy engineers are already working at the sites." Russia continues to try to deprive Ukrainians of the opportunity to produce and transport sufficient electricity, Halushchenko said. Read also: Half of North Korean missiles used by Russia fail mid-flight, Ukraine says Reducing electricity consumption is a crucial way for everyone to contribute to Ukraine’s victory, Halushchenko said. H...

Russia targets civilian facilities in Zaporizhzhya in latest mass missile and drone attack on Ukraine

"The Russians again massively attacked peaceful Zaporizhzhya," he said. "They targeted critical and civil infrastructure facilities. There is destruction. Early reports indicate that there are no casualties." Read also: Russians attack industrial facility in Zaporizhzhya Russia launched a massive attack on Ukraine's energy sector on the night and morning of May 8, using rockets, cruise and ballistic missiles. Power generation and transmission facilities in the Poltava, Kirovohrad, Zaporizhzhya, Lviv, Ivano-Frankivsk, and Vinnytsya oblasts were targeted, Energy Minister Herman Halushchenko said...

Kyiv downs all missiles as Russia attacks Ukrainian capital from different directions in latest mass attack

"The enemy launched a missile attack on the capital — using Kh-101/Kh-555/Kh-55 cruise missiles from Tu-95MS strategic bombers," the KMVA said. "The air alert in the capital lasted for more than three hours. Rockets attacked Kyiv from different directions." Read also: Russia damages high-voltage facility in Sumy Oblast in overnight mass missile and drone attack The Ukrainian Air Force will provide the exact number and type of missiles when the information becomes available. The capital's air defense destroyed all targets, the KMVA noted. No casualties or damage were immediately reported. Russi...

Denmark to provide Ukraine with $36 million in humanitarian aid

The funds, equivalent to 250 million Danish kroner, will support the country's most vulnerable populations amid the ongoing Russian invasion. "The humanitarian situation in Ukraine is grave," said Dan Jørgensen, Danish Minister for Development Cooperation. "Millions are displaced, homes and hospitals have been destroyed, and essentials like water, heating, and electricity are in short supply." Read also: Denmark to purchase arms for AFU from Ukrainian manufacturers The emergency aid will include food, medical supplies, water, and housing, targeting Ukrainians from areas most heavily impacted b...

Half of North Korean missiles used by Russia fail mid-flight, Ukraine says

According to the report, Ukraine analyzed the wreckage of 21 out of the 50 North Korean ballistic missiles that Russia fired over two months to "assess the threat from Moscow's cooperation with Pyongyang." “About half of the North Korean missiles lost their programmed trajectories and exploded in the air; in such cases the debris was not recovered,” Ukrainian officials said. The most recent use of a KN-23 (Hwasong-11) missile by Russia was recorded on Feb. 27. As a result of attacks with these missiles since Dec. 30, 2023, 24 people have been killed and another 115 injured. Read also: North Ko...

OPCW lacks evidence of chemical weapons use in Ukraine

According to the statement, the information provided by Ukraine and Russia on the use of chemical weapons, along with data available to the organization, were "insufficiently substantiated". However, the OPCW also indicated that the situation remains unstable and there is a possibility of the repeated use of toxic chemicals as weapons. The OPCW also noted that in July 2023, all known chemical weapon stockpiles in the world were destroyed under the body’s supervision. Yet, this does not mean chemical weapons no longer exist. Read also: Russian forces unleash nearly 500 chemical munitions on Ukr...

Likely Ukrainian strike on oil depot in occupied Luhansk — video

Late at night, Pasechnik made a social media post claiming that that the oil depot within Luhansk city limits had been struck and was on fire. He did not provide any details about potential casualties. Russian-language Telegram channel ASTRA posted a video of the fire at the facility. Read also: ATACMS missile strike takes out 100+ Russian soldiers training in occupied Luhansk Oblast - OSINT analysts We’re bringing the voice of Ukraine to the world. Support us with a one-time donation, or become a Patron! Read the original article on The New Voice of Ukraine Section: Nation Author: Eric Malino...

Ukraine needs a long-term, stand-alone US military aid bill — opinion

After months of political gridlock, the U.S. Congress passed much-anticipated Ukraine aid bill. The bill, which includes $61 billion in military and financial aid, will provide a lifeline for Ukraine as it faces critical shortages in munitions and air power to defend against Russia. But the proposed aid package has a near-term expiry date and therefore, is not a long-term solution. Ukraine needs a multiyear, stand-alone assistance plan. Reintroducing the Lend-Lease program, which expired in September 2023, would be the best way to achieve this. Ukraine aid and U.S. partisan politicsOver the pa...

Italy prohibits use of its military aid for strikes on Russian territory

“All the military equipment we send is intended for use solely within the territory of Ukraine,” Italian newspaper La Sicilia quotes Tajani. “We do not provide a means that can be used outside of Ukraine. We are not at war with Russia The minister also commented on French President Emmanuel Macron's suggestion of sending troops to Ukraine. “I don't think Macron wants to go to war with Russia, ask him what he wants to do,” he said. “NATO decisions are made by NATO, and we are part of NATO. We are not at war with Russia and against sending soldiers to fight the Russians.” Read also: Ukraine can ...

EU targets Russia’s ‘shadow fleet’ with new sanctions — report

The European Commission drafted a proposal to expand sanctions against Moscow on May 6. If the draft gets approved by EU member states, the 11 ships will be banned from accessing EU ports and anchorages, further complicating their operations by prohibiting the use of European companies for a variety of logistical and insurance services. The vessels in question include four fuel tankers, two oil tankers, two liquefied natural gas (LNG) carriers, and a cargo ship. One of these vessels, the tanker Andromeda Star, reportedly had invalid European insurance. Read also: EU targets Russian LNG exports...