Woman, 98, 'walks six miles amid shelling' to escape Russia-controlled Ukraine
Tuesday, 30 April 2024 () A 98-year-old Ukrainian woman has said she walked 10km (six miles) under shelling to escape the Russia-controlled region of Donetsk.
Former US diplomat Victoria Nuland cautioned against sending Western instructors into Ukraine, despite severe troop shortages, to avoid escalating conflict with Russia. Nuland emphasized NATO's current extensive training of Ukrainian forces in member states. Estonia’s PM confirmed some NATO personnel are already training Ukrainian soldiers in Ukraine, while France, Estonia, and Lithuania support sending additional instructors or support troops.
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Dmitry Medvedev, Russia's Security Council deputy chairman, declared Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky a "legitimate military target," citing him as a "war criminal." This statement comes amid ongoing conflict and past assassination attempts on Zelensky. Ukraine's SBU recently thwarted plots involving security officials conspiring with Russia. Medvedev's aggressive rhetoric heightens concerns about Russia targeting Ukrainian leadership.
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In the Volgograd region of southern Russia, an oil refinery became the target of a drone attack believed to originate from Ukraine. Governor Andrey Bocharov confirmed reports of a brief fire resulting from the attack but assured the public of successful containment and no casualties. The incident underscores a recent surge in drone attacks on Russian energy facilities, allegedly in retaliation for Moscow's strikes on Ukrainian infrastructure. Meanwhile, Russia's defence ministry announced the interception and destruction of drones and ballistic missiles launched by Ukraine, further escalating tensions. Additionally, the city of Donetsk in eastern Ukraine experienced shelling from Ukrainian forces, resulting in civilian injuries, as tensions between the two nations continue to escalate.
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Russian forces have ousted Ukrainian troops from two vital locations in Kharkov Region and Donbass, marking significant gains in the ongoing conflict. Moscow's 'Western' group seized Kotlyarovka village near Kupyansk, enhancing access to Kharkov or aiding Donbass operations. Simultaneously, the 'Center' group secured Solovyovo village near Donetsk. These gains reflect Russia's escalating dominance as Ukrainian forces grapple with strategic challenges.
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