Sniper wounds Ukrainian soldier near Marinka
A sniper of the Russian occupation forces wounded a Ukrainian soldier near the town of Marinka, Donetsk region, on June 2, the command of the Ukrainian Joint Forces has reported on Facebook.
Defense
02 June 2020
Ukrainian army gets upgraded Su-25 attack aircraft
The Ukrainian army has received a Su-25 attack aircraft, upgraded at the State Enterprise “Zaporizhzhia State Aircraft Repair Plant “MiGremont”.
Ten new COVID-19 cases confirmed in Ukrainian army over past day
The Ukrainian army has confirmed 10 new coronavirus cases over the past day, bringing the total to 124, according to the press service of the Medical Forces Command of the Ukrainian Armed Forces.
Reznikov: No threat of Russian troops’ advance deep into Ukraine
Vice Prime Minister Oleksiy Reznikov believes that there is no threat of Russian troops advancing deep into Ukraine.
UN Humanitarian Coordinator criticizes procedure for crossing contact line in Donbas
UN Humanitarian Coordinator in Ukraine Osnat Lubrani calls for urgent action to systematize vetting and approval of exceptions for civilians to cross the contact line in Donbas.
Invaders violate ceasefire in Donbas three times. One Ukrainian soldier wounded
On June 1, the armed formations of the Russian Federation violated ceasefire in the Joint Forces Operation (JFO) area in Donbas three times. One Ukrainian soldier was wounded.
01 June 2020
Invaders use UAVs to attack Ukrainian positions near Hnutove; one soldier wounded
Today, June 1, Russian-occupation forces used an unmanned aerial vehicle (UAV) to drop a VOG-17 grenade at the Joint Forces positions near Hnutove. A Ukrainian soldier has been wounded.
Ukrainian army reports 118 coronavirus cases
The Ukrainian army has 118 laboratory-confirmed COVID-19 cases.
Invaders violate ceasefire in Donbas three times. No casualties reported
On May 31, the armed formations of the Russian Federation launched three attacks on Ukrainian positions in the Joint Forces Operation (JFO) area in Donbas.
30 May 2020
OSCE SMM records more ceasefire violations in Donetsk region
The OSCE Special Monitoring Mission to Ukraine (SMM) recorded more ceasefire violations in Donetsk region and fewer in Luhansk region.
Invaders launch 13 attacks on Ukrainian troops in Donbas
On May 29, the armed formations of the Russian Federation violated ceasefire in the Joint Forces Operation (JFO) area in Donbas 13 times.
29 May 2020
Ukrainian troops come under fire near Bohdanivka, Starohnativka
Today, May 29, Russian-backed forces have attacked the positions of Ukrainian Joint Forces near the villages of Bohdanivka and Starohnativka in Donbas.
Ukrainian army reports increase in number of COVID-19 cases
The Ukrainian army has confirmed 23 new coronavirus cases over the past day, bringing total to 90, according to the press service of the Medical Forces Command of the Ukrainian Armed Forces.
OSCE records invaders’ positions at Petrivske disengagement area
The OSCE SMM has recorded the efforts of Russian-occupation troops to restore their previous positions in Petrivske disengagement area in Donbas.
Invaders fire 120mm mortars, grenade launchers in Donbas. No casualties reported
On May 28, the armed formations of the Russian Federation launched seven attacks on Ukrainian positions in the Joint Forces Operation (JFO) area in Donbas.
Ukrainian military get another batch of APCs
Kharkiv Morozov Machine Building Design Bureau, part of the Ukroboronprom State Concern, transferred five armored personnel carriers to the Ukrainian army in May, the concern's press service has reported.
28 May 2020
Ukrainian military get another batch of APCs
Kharkiv Morozov Machine Building Design Bureau, part of the Ukroboronprom State Concern, transferred five armored personnel carriers to the Ukrainian army in May, the concern's press service has reported.
Ukraine shows OSCE evidence of presence of Russian snipers in Donbas
A Ukrainian delegation has informed OSCE participating states at an online meeting of the Forum for Security Cooperation about the presence of Russian snipers in Donbas, including the latest filmed incident with a sniper group of the Russian Federal Security Service, Deputy Permanent Representative of Ukraine to the International Organizations in Vienna Ihor Lossovskyi has told Ukrinform.
Ukraine shows OSCE evidence of presence of Russian snipers in Donbas
A Ukrainian delegation has informed OSCE participating states at an online meeting of the Forum for Security Cooperation about the presence of Russian snipers in Donbas, including the latest filmed incident with a sniper group of the Russian Federal Security Service, Deputy Permanent Representative of Ukraine to the International Organizations in Vienna Ihor Lossovskyi has told Ukrinform.
Over 1,000 houses damaged by Russian-backed forces to be restored in Donetsk region this year
At least 1,000 houses damaged as a result of Russia's armed aggression will be restored in Donetsk region in 2020, Deputy Head of Donetsk Regional State Administration Vadym Filashkin has said.
Sixteen new cases of COVID-19 confirmed in Ukrainian army over past day
The Ukrainian army has confirmed 16 new coronavirus cases over the past day, bringing total to 69, according to the press service of the Medical Forces Command of the Ukrainian Armed Forces.
France to help Ukraine get NATO Enhanced Opportunities Partner status – ambassador
France is ready to support the adoption of a positive decision on Ukraine's obtaining the NATO Enhanced Opportunities Partner status.
U.S. ready to provide $125 mln in military aid to Ukraine for progress on reforms
The Pentagon is ready to provide additional military aid to Ukraine, citing achievements in key institutional reforms, CNN has reported, citing a U.S. defense official and a congressional aide.
Invaders violate ceasefire in Donbas seven times
On May 27, the armed formations of the Russian Federation launched seven attacks on Ukrainian positions in the Joint Forces Operation (JFO) area in Donbas.
27 May 2020
SMM spots Grad MLRS, Gvozdika howitzer and tanks in occupied Donbas
The armed formations of the Russian Federation continue to grossly violate the Minsk agreements, deploying military hardware in violation of withdrawal lines and outside of designated storage sites, the press center of the Joint Forces Operation (JFO) has reported.
Ukrainian Navy tests new artillery boat
Small armored artillery boats of the Ukrainian Navy have completed a number of tasks, checking the technical capabilities of a new boat at sea, the press service of the Ukrainian Defense Ministry has reported.
Ukrainian Navy tests new artillery boat
Small armored artillery boats of the Ukrainian Navy have completed a number of tasks, checking the technical capabilities of a new boat at sea, the press service of the Ukrainian Defense Ministry has reported.
COVID-19: Ukrainian army reports third death
The Ukrainian army has confirmed four new coronavirus cases, including a fatal one, over the past day, bringing total to 57, according to the press service of the Medical Forces Command of the Ukrainian Armed Forces.
Invaders violate ceasefire in Donbas six times; one Ukrainian soldier killed
On May 26, the armed formations of the Russian Federation launched six attacks on Ukrainian positions in the Joint Forces Operation (JFO) area in Donbas.
26 May 2020
Three new cases of COVID-19 confirmed in Ukrainian army over past day
The Ukrainian army has confirmed three new coronavirus cases over the past day, bringing total to 60, according to the press service of the Medical Forces Command of the Ukrainian Armed Forces.
Invaders violate ceasefire in Donbas 16 times
On May 25, the armed formations of the Russian Federation launched 16 attacks on Ukrainian positions in the Joint Forces Operation (JFO) area in Donbas.
Mine clearance in Donbas: Almost 600 explosives disposed over past week
Military engineers of the Ukrainian State Emergency Service have cleared 43 hectares of land in Donbas over the past week, according to the Joint Forces Operation Headquarters press center.
25 May 2020
SMM reports increase in ceasefire violations in Donbas over period of May 4-17
Between May 4 and 17, the OSCE Special Monitoring Mission to Ukraine (SMM) recorded about 10,500 ceasefire violations, including approximately 2,000 explosions.
Zelensky presents state awards to 35 servicemen
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky has presented state awards to 35 Ukrainian servicemen.
Ukrainian Armed Forces report 62 COVID-19 cases
The Ukrainian army has reported 62 laboratory-confirmed COVID-19 cases, according to the press service of the Medical Forces Command of the Ukrainian Armed Forces.
Invaders fire 120mm mortars and artillery in Donbas. No casualties reported
On May 24, the armed formations of the Russian Federation launched 12 attacks on Ukrainian positions in the Joint Forces Operation (JFO) area in Donbas.
23 May 2020
Invaders continue to deny SMM patrols passage at Donbas checkpoints – report
On May 16-22, members of the armed formations continued to deny OSCE SMM patrols passage at checkpoints in Donetsk and Luhansk regions.
Ukrainian army reports 50 coronavirus cases
The Ukrainian army has confirmed six new coronavirus cases over the past day, bringing total to 50, according to the press service of the Medical Forces Command of the Ukrainian Armed Forces.
Invaders violate ceasefire in Donbas 12 times; one Ukrainian soldier wounded
On May 22, the armed formations of the Russian Federation launched 12 attacks on Ukrainian positions in the Joint Forces Operation (JFO) area in Donbas.
22 May 2020
Invaders fire at Ukrainian positions near Starohnativka; one soldier wounded
Russian-backed forces have fired at Joint Forces positions near the village of Starohnativka in Donetsk region. A Ukrainian soldier has been wounded.
Three new cases of COVID-19 confirmed in Ukrainian army over past day
The Ukrainian army has confirmed three new coronavirus cases over the past day, bringing total to 48, according to the press service of the Medical Forces Command of the Ukrainian Armed Forces.
Invaders violate ceasefire in Donbas seven times; one Ukrainian soldier killed, seven injured
On May 21, the armed formations of the Russian Federation launched seven attacks on Ukrainian positions in the Joint Forces Operation (JFO) area in Donbas.
21 May 2020
Invaders firing at truck in Donbas. One Ukrainian soldier killed, one wounded, four injured
In Luhansk region, Russian-occupation forces used heavy machine guns to shell a Ukrainian truck. As a result of the shelling, one Ukrainian soldier was killed, another one was wounded, and four others sustained combat injuries.
Ukroboronprom to produce combat drones together with private companies
The Ukroboronprom State Concern is looking for optimal mechanisms for cooperation with private arms manufacturers, in particular, in the development of aviation and ground drones for defense and dual use, Ukroboronprom's Deputy Director General for Innovations Nadia Vasylieva has said.
Ukrainian Armed Forces report 48 coronavirus cases
The Ukrainian army has confirmed three new coronavirus cases over the past day, bringing total to 48, according to the press service of the Medical Forces Command of the Ukrainian Armed Forces.
Invaders fire mortars, grenade launchers at Ukrainian positions in Donbas
On May 20, the armed formations of the Russian Federation launched 18 attacks on Ukrainian positions in the Joint Forces Operation (JFO) area in Donbas.
20 May 2020
OSCE SMM records decrease in ceasefire violations in Donbas
The OSCE Special Monitoring Mission to Ukraine (SMM) recorded fewer ceasefire violations in both Donetsk and Luhansk regions compared with the previous 24 hours.
Invaders violate ceasefire in Donbas ten times
On May 19, the armed formations of the Russian Federation launched ten attacks on Ukrainian positions in the Joint Forces Operation (JFO) area in Donbas.
19 May 2020
Russia supplies three wagons with ammunition and tanks to Donbas
Russia has delivered more than ten tanks, eight armored combat vehicles, and vehicles loaded with ammunition to Donbas.
Ukrainian army reports 39 coronavirus cases
The Ukrainian Armed Forces reported 39 coronavirus cases on May 19, according to the press service of the Medical Forces Command of the Armed Forces.
Invaders fire 120mm mortars, grenade machine guns in Donbas
On May 18, the armed formations of the Russian Federation launched 11 attacks on Ukrainian positions in the Joint Forces Operation (JFO) area in Donbas.
18 May 2020
Iskra Plant develops latest radar station
Iskra Plant has developed the latest radar station for combat use as part of the divisions of the air defense forces of the Ukrainian Armed Forces, which can be deployed within minutes, the press service of the Ukroboronprom State Concern has reported.
Four new cases of COVID-19 confirmed in Ukrainian army over past day
The Ukrainian army has confirmed four new coronavirus cases over the past day, bringing total to 40, according to the press service of the Medical Forces Command of the Ukrainian Armed Forces.
Invaders violate ceasefire in Donbas eight times
On May 17, the armed formations of the Russian Federation launched eight attacks on Ukrainian positions in the Joint Forces Operation (JFO) area in Donbas.
16 May 2020
Ukrainian Armed Forces report 38 coronavirus cases
The Ukrainian army has confirmed two new coronavirus cases over the past day, bringing total to 38, according to the press service of the Medical Forces Command of the Ukrainian Armed Forces.
Invaders violate ceasefire in Donbas nine times; two Ukrainian soldiers wounded
On May 15, the armed formations of the Russian Federation launched nine attacks on Ukrainian positions in the Joint Forces Operation (JFO) area in Donbas.
15 May 2020
Russian-led forces observe ceasefire in Donbas today
Since the beginning of the day, Russian-occupation troops have observed a ceasefire regime in the Joint Forces Operation (JFO) area in eastern Ukraine.
Khomchak orders probe into death of two servicemen during exercises
Commander-in-Chief of the Ukrainian Armed Forces Ruslan Khomchak has ordered a comprehensive investigation into the death of two servicemen of the Ukrainian Armed Forces during exercises.
United States provides $25 mln in security assistance to Ukraine
The United States has provided more than $25 million in security assistance to Ukraine this week, according to the U.S. Embassy in Ukraine.