With Russia's blockade severely impairing Ukraine's grain exports, the Black Sea continues to be a crucial battlefield of operations. Tensions heightened by ongoing maritime confrontations led Ukraine to take the calculated decision to destroy a vital Russian drilling site.
Putin and Xi reaffirm their support for a multipolar world and reject US meddling. There are no plans for reciprocal visits, but they promise to keep talking about hotspots in geopolitics, such as the Middle East and Ukraine.
Russian soldiers are trying to take control of Avdiivka, a key town in the eastern conflict, causing an impact on the town's infrastructure and populace.
Ten Ukrainian strikes were successfully repelled by Russian forces in Donetsk, causing serious damage and up to 290 casualties. The humanitarian catastrophe in the area has gotten worse due to the ongoing conflict and the increased bombardment.
Allegations have been made against Belarus that it used its borders to recruit informants among Ukrainians. As evidence of Minsk's engagement in the conflict, the National Resistance Centre reports an increase in the number of Ukrainians calling for questioning.
Putin's opponent Boris Nadezhdin was disqualified from the March election by the Central Election Commission due to signature irregularities. With a commitment to appeal, Nadezhdin questions the decision's transparency and raises questions about the competitiveness of Russia's political environment.
Russian troops break Ukrainian defences close to Chasiv Yar by using artillery, drones, and small assault squads in local attacks. Colonel-General Syrskyi demands quick decisions and cautions against using unconventional strategies.
Russian soldiers attacked two Ukrainian police officers in Odesa during the night with a drone. There were worries about civilian safety and the possibility of hostilities developing after a massive attack severely damaged constructions.
Alongside Russia's National Guard, Wagner, the military-affiliated Russian mercenary outfit, constructs a new "Cossack Camp" headquarters, potentially in Rostov, indicating state-approved consolidation amidst internal strife.
Safety concerns were raised by an explosion near the famous missile-producing Votkinsk Machine Building Plant in Russia. Denying reports of an emergency, officials stated it was a scheduled test of a rocket engine.
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