Ukraine’s Deputy Defence Minister Reports Concentration of Russian Forces:
Hanna Maliar, Ukraine’s deputy defence minister, reveals significant Russian troop concentration in the east, including air assault units.
Ukrainian forces successfully prevent their advance, despite the challenging situation.
British Government Tightens Sanctions Policy Against Russia:
The UK government announces plans to strengthen sanctions against Russia.
Proposed legislation aims to freeze assets until Moscow agrees to compensate Ukraine.
Individuals designated under the sanctions must disclose their assets held in Britain.
British Prime Minister Acknowledges Ukrainian Counteroffensive Progress:
British Prime Minister Rishi Sunak commends the Ukrainian counteroffensive during a phone call with President Volodymyr Zelenskiy.
Downing Street confirms that the Ukrainian forces are making good progress.
NATO Leaders Exclude Ukraine’s Invitation to Join the Alliance:
NATO Secretary General Jens Stoltenberg confirms that Ukraine will not receive an invitation to join the alliance at the upcoming summit in Vilnius.
UN Accuses Russia of Blocking Humanitarian Aid to Russian-Occupied Areas:
The United Nations accuses Moscow of obstructing humanitarian aid deliveries to Russian-occupied regions affected by the Kakhovka dam rupture.
UN urges Russia to fulfill its obligations under international humanitarian law and ensure aid reaches those in need.
Russia Declines UN Help for Flooded Areas in Russian-Held Ukraine:
The Kremlin cites security concerns and other factors for Russia’s decision to decline UN assistance in the flooded areas of Russian-held Ukraine.
Evidence Suggests Russian Involvement in Dam Destruction:
Exclusive drone photos and information obtained by the Associated Press reveal evidence pointing to Russian involvement in the destruction of the Kakhovka dam.
Images show an explosive-laden car on top of the dam, and Russian troops were reportedly stationed in a crucial area inside the dam.
Death Toll Rises from Dam-Induced Flooding:
The death toll in Ukraine from the destruction of the Kakhovka dam reaches 16, with 31 people still missing.
In territories controlled by Russia, 29 casualties are reported.
Extensive flooding affects a large area in southern Ukraine and Russian-occupied territories, with Kherson and other settlements still submerged.
Swedish Defence Committee Warns of Russian Threat:
A special Swedish parliamentary defence committee, supported by security experts, emphasizes the need to adapt the country’s defence strategy to address the threat posed by Russia.
The committee cautions that a military attack from Russia cannot be ruled out.
Drone Attacks Cause Injuries in Russia:
Local governors in Russia report seven casualties, including a child, from drone attacks in the Belgorod region.
Ukrainian Forces Liberate Village, Seize Territory:
Deputy Defence Minister Hanna Maliar announces the liberation of the village of Piatykhatky in the southern part of Zaporizhzhia.
This marks the eighth settlement to be liberated by Ukrainian forces, with approximately 113 square kilometers of territory seized from the occupying forces.
