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India on Monday handed over the 12th consignment of humanitarian aid comprising essential medicines and equipment to Ukraine as part of its ongoing effort to help the European nation to mitigate the economic hardships it is facing due to the war with Russia. On March 1, India had sent the first tranche of humanitarian assistance comprising medicines and other relief materials to Ukraine via Poland. Sharing a photograph of the handover, the Indian embassy in Kyiv in a tweet said Ambassador Harsh Kumar Jain handed over the "12th consignment of humanitarian aid from India meant for people of Ukraine comprising essential medicines and equipment" to Ukraine's deputy health minister Oleksii Iaremenko. India has not criticised Russia for its aggression against Ukraine. New Delhi has repeatedly called upon the Russian and Ukrainian sides to return to the path of diplomacy and dialogue, and also expressed its support for all diplomatic efforts to end the conflict between the two … [Read more...] about India hands over 12th consignment of humanitarian aid to Ukraine

Share to Twitter Share to Linkedin Dispatches from Ukraine. Monday, September 12. Day 201. As Russia’s attack on Ukraine continues and the war rages on, reliable sources of information are critical. Forbes gathers information and provides updates on the situation. By Polina Rasskazova The Ukrainian Defense Forces are conducting a counteroffensive across the entire territory of the front in its defense against Russia's six-month-old invasion. Since the beginning of September, about 3,000 square kilometers have been won back by Ukraine, according to the Armed Forces of Ukraine. In the Kharkiv region, Ukraine’s armed forces have begun to move not only to the south and east, but also to the north, while freeing more than 40 settlements, according to Oleg Synegubov, the head of the Kharkiv Regional Civil-Military Administration. Troops are 50 kilometers from Ukraine’s border with Russia. In the Kherson region, 500 square kilometers have … [Read more...] about Monday, September 12. Russia’s War On Ukraine: News And Information From Ukraine

Share to Twitter Share to Linkedin Topline Ukraine’s military claimed Monday it had recaptured more than 20 towns and villages in the past 24 hours as part of its fast-moving counteroffensive in the northeast of the country, capping off a stunning weekend rout of Russian forces in the Kharkiv region. Key Facts In an official statement on Facebook, the General Staff Of the Ukrainian Armed Forces said it has managed to “drive out the enemy” and take “complete control” of more than 20 settlements in the Kharkiv region in the past 24 hours. Since Wednesday, Ukrainian forces have recaptured territory at least twice the size of Greater London (approximately 1100 square miles), according to the U.K. defense ministry’s intelligence briefing. The Ukrainian military accused the fleeing Russian forces of looting property and vehicles from locals in the Kharkiv province, which had been under Moscow’s control since February and served as a launchpad … [Read more...] about Ukraine’s Stunning Advance Continues—Military Says It’s Recaptured Several Towns And Cities In Past Day

Share to Twitter Share to Linkedin Images from Ukraine provide the first photographic evidence of Iranian-made drones used by Russia. The pictures, taken by an Ukrainian officer and posted on Twitter , appear to show the remains of a Shahed-136 loitering munition or kamikaze drone downed by Ukrainian forces in the vicinity of Kupiansk, Kharkiv Oblast. There have been rumors of the weapons for some days but this is the first visual evidence. Loitering munitions differ from cruise missiles in that they are able to fly around looking for targets rather than being programmed before launch, and travel at comparatively slow speeds – the Shahed-136 flies at about 120 mph. Some are able to return to base if they do not find a target, though not this one. Back in July the White House stated that Russia was in acquiring hundreds of military drones from Iran , that training was already ongoing and deliveries might have commenced. Iran has developed a … [Read more...] about Russia Is Now Using Iranian ‘Swarming’ Attack Drones In Ukraine — Here’s What We Know

Share to Twitter Share to Linkedin The Ukrainian army’s counteroffensive around the city of Kharkiv in northeastern Ukraine starting on Sept. 6 destroyed half of the best tank division in the best tank army in the Russian armed forces. A hundred wrecked or captured tanks in a hundred furious hours. That’s how much destruction the Ukrainians inflicted on the Russian 4th Guards Tank Division, part of the elite 1st Guards Tank Army, the Russian army’s best armor formation. Now the 1st GTA is retreating north in order to preserve what remains of its front-line divisions. But the damage the tank army has suffered could have lasting implications—and not just for Russia’s 200-day-old wider war in Ukraine. The 1st GTA “had been one of the most prestigious of Russia’s armies, allocated for the defense of Moscow, and intended to lead counterattacks in the case of a war with NATO,” the U.K. Defense Ministry explained . “It will likely take years for Russia … [Read more...] about A Hundred Wrecked Tanks In A Hundred Hours: Ukraine Guts Russia’s Best Tank Army

Share to Twitter Share to Linkedin Dispatches from Ukraine. Tuesday, September 13. Day 202. As Russia’s attack on Ukraine continues and the war rages on, reliable sources of information are critical. Forbes gathers information and provides updates on the situation. By Polina Rasskazova Over the past week, as part of its successful ongoing counteroffensive, the Armed Forces of Ukraine liberated 300 settlements in the Kharkiv region . According to Ukrainian Deputy Defense Minister Hanna Malyar, nearly 1,500 square miles of territory have been taken back from Russian forces since September 6 and about 150,000 Ukrainians were liberated from occupation. Despite being routed from Ukraine's northeast regions, Russian troops continue their tactics of terror and intimidation, firing missiles at civilian populations and critical infrastructure , reports the General Staff of the Armed Forces of Ukraine. ADVERTISEMENT Nearly 50 municipal … [Read more...] about Tuesday, September 13. Russia’s War On Ukraine: News And Information From Ukraine

Share to Twitter Share to Linkedin Topline Ukrainian officials on Tuesday said they intend to recapture all of the country’s territories that are currently under Russian occupation following a string of major military successes in the Kharkiv region—while also urging the West to step up military aid. Key Facts Speaking to Reuters, Ukraine’s Deputy Defense Minister Hanna Malyar said the military’s aim is to liberate the entire Kharkiv province first and then “all the territories occupied by the Russian Federation.” In his daily video address on Monday night, Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky echoed his colleagues and urged the West to speed up delivery of weapons—especially air defense systems to protect against Russian rocket attacks. Emboldened by their recent successes in the Kharkiv offensive, Ukrainian leaders and their supporters contend that arming Ukraine will ensure its victory and help end the war faster. According … [Read more...] about Ukraine Vows To Recapture All Territory From Russia As It Urges West To Step Up Weapons Supply

Share to Twitter Share to Linkedin Dispatches from Ukraine. Wednesday, September 14. Day 203. As Russia’s attack on Ukraine continues and the war rages on, reliable sources of information are critical. Forbes gathers information and provides updates on the situation. By Polina Rasskazova Kharkiv region. Russian troops set up a torture chamber in the basement of the police department in Balakliya. Russian invaders held more than 40 residents of the recently occupied Balakliya captive for six months, said Serhii Bolvinov, head of the Investigation Department of the Main Department of National Police in Kharkiv Oblast. Hundreds more were subjected to torture and fed oatmeal twice a day with nothing else. "According to witnesses, residents were tortured in different ways," Bolvinov said. "I will not describe all the tortures, I will only say that the 'easiest' was when they were beaten with electric current." More than 1,133 children have … [Read more...] about Wednesday, September 14. Russia’s War On Ukraine: News And Information From Ukraine

Share to Twitter Share to Linkedin Since war escalated in late February, UNICEF has delivered over 8,500 metric tons of emergency supplies to Ukraine — from health and medical equipment to education kits to water purification tablets — to support impacted children and families. A look at how UNICEF kicked its already formidable supply operation into high gear and continues to adapt to meet urgent needs across the country. When war escalated in Ukraine six months ago, UNICEF immediately scaled up its emergency response to meet the urgent needs of millions of children and their families. A major component of that response: rushing humanitarian supplies from UNICEF's global hub in Copenhagen to distribution points inside the country against a backdrop of complex policy environments, access issues and ongoing security concerns. So far, UNICEF has delivered more than 8,500 metric tons of lifesaving items: health kits containing medicines and first aid … [Read more...] about How UNICEF Built A Supply Pipeline To Support Response To Ukraine War

The German Chancellor Olaf Scholz revealed yesterday that Russian President Vladimir Putin still blames Ukraine for the conflict between the two former Soviet states. Scholz called Putin on Tuesday to ask him to withdraw his troops from Ukraine and reenter negotiations to find a solution to the crisis which is having a domino effect on the world’s economy. But the 64 year old German politician reported that the Russian president does not believe the invasion of Ukraine is a mistake. Scholz said… “The withdrawal of Russian troops from Ukraine would be the only way for peace to have a chance in the region.” The Kremlin still believes Ukraine is at fault for continued violence and reiterated false claims about the Black Sea deal. Scholz defended himself against criticism for talking with Putin but insisted the world needs to find a diplomatic solution to the war. “It is right to speak with each other and to say what there is to say on this subject.” The German … [Read more...] about Germany reveals Putin blames Ukraine for confict