In Ukraine, the Russians are trying to break through seven points east, Kiev says, calling this “the worst month” of the war. Putin told Xi Jinping last March that Russia “will fight for at least five years.” Zelensky hears the Pope: “Grateful that he supported our efforts.”
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11:56
Poland: “Unidentified air object in the airspace on the border with Ukraine”
“In the early hours of the morning, an unknown air object entered Polish airspace from the border with Ukraine.” This was announced by the operational command of the Polish Armed Forces (RSZ) on X, quoted by the Pap agency. “From the moment he crossed the border, to the point where the signal disappeared, he was observed by the radiolocation means of the country's air defense system,” the command adds, emphasizing that “the operational command deployed the forces and resources in accordance with the procedures.” its Disposal”.
11:25 a.m
Von der Leyen: “By Kiev’s side for as long as necessary”
“We have stood by Ukraine from the first day of the Russian war of aggression” and “we will continue to support them as long as it is necessary.” This is what the President of the European Commission, Ursula von der Leyen, writes on X and publishes a video with the most important figures for aid to Kiev so far. He emphasizes that the EU has pledged “almost 85 billion euros in financial, humanitarian and military support” to Kiev. “Now we open the door to our friend and neighbor,” added the president of the EU executive, referring to the recent green light from European leaders for Kiev to start accession negotiations.
10:50 a.m
K hypersonic missile attacks, 12 dead
At least 12 dead and 75 injured in Ukraine, where authorities report heavy Russian bombings that have hit various regions of the country in recent hours. This was reported by Ukrainian media, citing data from the Interior Ministry. In Dnipro alone, in the center of the country, local authorities say at least five civilians have been killed and 20 injured. Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky accused Russia of firing around 110 rockets into Ukrainian territory during the night. The capital Kiev was also targeted. The city's mayor, Vitali Klitschko, reported that one person was killed in an attack, 17 others were taken to hospital and four were recovered from the rubble of a destroyed building. Damage was also reported in Kharkiv and Lviv. Zelensky reported attacks with hypersonic K-missiles
09:44
Zelensky: “110 Russian missiles on Ukraine, we will respond”
“In total, about 110 rockets were fired into Ukraine in the massive Russian attack this evening, causing deaths and injuries.” The Ukrainian president writes it Volodymyr Zelensky To “We will respond to terrorist attacks. And we will continue to fight for the safety of our entire country, every city and every citizen. Russian terror must and will lose,” he added.
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09:18
Kiev: 9 dead in Russian raids in Ukraine, damage to maternity hospital in Dnipro
At least nine people were killed in early morning Russian raids in Ukraine. This is reported by Ukrainska Pravda, citing data collected by various local authorities. Explosions occurred in Kiev, Zaporizhia, Dnipro, as well as Odessa, Kharkiv, Lviv and the Khmelnitsky region. The Suspilne channel reports that in Dnipro a Maternity clinic was damaged by a rocket, particularly broken windows, but there were no injuries.
In Kyiv, the mayor Vitaly Klychko reported 2 deaths; According to Governor Serhiy Lysak, there are four dead and dozens injured in the Dnipropetrovsk region; According to Governor Yuri Malashko, a woman also died in the Zaporizhia region; Two deaths and 15 injuries were recorded in the Odessa region, Governor Oleg Kiper reported.
08:56
Kiev: “I have never seen so many rockets fired against Ukraine”
According to initial information from the Ukrainian authorities, after the devastating Russian attack on several Ukrainian cities, two people died in Kharkiv and Lviv, many were injured, there was damage and destruction, buildings burned in several regions and numerous explosions. “We have never seen so many missiles on our monitors at the same time,” said Ukrainian Air Force spokesman Yuriy Ihnat, “Daggers, ballistic missiles, S-300, cruise missiles, UAVs, X-22 or -32. Approximately 18 strategic bombers shot down X.”-101-X-505″.
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08:19
Kiev calls for “more help” after Russian attacks.
Last night's Russian attacks on Kiev, Lviv, Odessa and other Ukrainian cities, leaving at least one dead and 15 injured, show that Ukraine needs more help from its Western partners. President Volodymyr Zelensky's chief of staff said: Andriy Yermak. “We are doing everything we can to strengthen our anti-aircraft shield. But the world must realize that we need more help and resources to stop this terror,” he wrote on Telegram.
06:54
Explosions in Kiev, air alert throughout the country
Explosions were felt in the Ukrainian capital. This was stated by Kiev Mayor Vitali Klitschko after several attacks targeted several cities in Ukraine, triggering the national air alert.
Half a dozen cities were hit by Russian attacks, including Kharkiv (northeast), Lviv (west) and Odessa (south), authorities said, and a nationwide air alert was sounded around 5 a.m.
05:39
Moscow, a Ukrainian drone was shot down over the Kursk region
Russian air defense forces shot down a Ukrainian drone over the Kursk region in the west of the country during the night: the Ministry of Defense announced this in a statement, Tass reported. “Another attempt by the Kiev regime to carry out a terrorist attack on Russian targets using a fixed-wing aircraft was thwarted during the night,” the statement said. “Air defense destroyed a Ukrainian drone over the Kursk region.”
04:24
Mayor of Kharkiv: “Massive rocket fire on the city”
“Kharkiv is under massive rocket fire. There were at least six explosions in the city.” This was reported by the mayor of Kharkiv on Telegram. RBC-Ukraine reports this, citing Kharkiv Mayor Ihor Terekhov. The Ukrainian Air Force had previously warned of missiles flying towards Kharkiv. An air alert has been declared in most regions of Ukraine. People are asked to stay in emergency shelters.
04:22
Air warnings in Kyiv and the central regions
Yesterday evening, an air alarm was raised in Kiev and some regions of central Ukraine due to the threat of Russian attacks: this was announced by the Air Force, as Rbc-Ukraine reported. “Kiev, Chernihiv, Cherkasy, Kirovohrad regions – missile danger!” – We read the message. The danger of cruise missile launches has also been reported. The Air Force had previously announced the departure of nine Tu-95MS strategic bombers from Olenya airport in the northwestern Russian region of Murmansk.
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04:19
Alarm in Kiev about impending rocket attack
An alarm was declared in Kiev and some central regions about the threat of a missile attack. This was reported by RBC-Ukraine, citing sources in the Air Force of the Ukrainian Armed Forces. There are also reports about the danger of cruise missile launches. Previously, the Air Force reported the departure of 9 Tu-95MS aircraft from “Olenya” airport in the Murmansk region.
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04:18
Ukraine: Russian drone shot down over Odessa
Ukrainian forces have shot down a Russian kamikaze drone over a residential area in Odessa, southern Ukraine: debris from the aircraft damaged a residential building and caused a fire. This was announced by the head of the regional military administration, Oleg Kiper, as Rbc-Ukraine reported. Rescue teams are on duty and information on any injuries or casualties “is being verified,” Kiper added.
04:17
Explosions in the Lviv region
That night, explosions were heard in the Lviv region of western Ukraine, RBC-Ukraine reports, citing the head of the regional military administration, Maksym Kozytskyi. The explosions, Kozytskyi said, were reported in Yavorivskyi district, where Ukrainian air defenses were activated. There is currently no news of any injuries or casualties.