Here is a list of key events related to the Russia-Ukraine war:
Day 1,336 of the war:
- Fighting in Donetsk and Luhansk regions: Ukrainian and Russian forces continue to exchange fire in eastern Ukraine, with both sides reporting casualties and damage.
- Russian shelling of Kharkiv: Russian forces shell the city of Kharkiv, Ukraine’s second-largest city, causing damage to residential buildings and infrastructure.
- Ukrainian counterattacks in Zaporizhzhia: Ukrainian forces launch counterattacks against Russian positions in the Zaporizhzhia region, attempting to retake lost territory.
- NATO Secretary-General visits Ukraine: NATO Secretary-General Jens Stoltenberg visits Ukraine, reaffirming the alliance’s support for the country and pledging to continue providing military aid.
- EU imposes new sanctions on Russia: The European Union imposes new sanctions on Russia, targeting individuals and entities involved in the war in Ukraine.
- Humanitarian crisis in Mariupol: The city of Mariupol, which has been under Russian control since May 2022, faces a humanitarian crisis, with residents struggling to access basic necessities like food, water, and medicine.
- Ukrainian grain exports: Ukraine’s grain exports continue to be affected by the war, with shipments delayed or blocked due to Russian attacks on ports and transport infrastructure.
- Russian military losses: Ukraine claims to have killed or wounded hundreds of Russian soldiers in recent fighting, while Russia acknowledges some losses but disputes Ukrainian claims.
- Diplomatic efforts to end the war: International diplomatic efforts to end the war continue, with the United States, European Union, and other countries pushing for a negotiated settlement.
- Growing concerns about nuclear safety: Concerns grow about the safety of Ukraine’s nuclear power plants, with some warning of a potential nuclear disaster due to the conflict.
Other developments:
- The United States announces an additional $400 million in military aid to Ukraine.
- The International Committee of the Red Cross (ICRC) warns of a growing humanitarian crisis in eastern Ukraine.
- Russia’s defense minister, Sergei Shoigu, visits troops in Ukraine, praising their "heroism" and "courage".
- Ukraine’s president, Volodymyr Zelenskyy, addresses the nation, urging Ukrainians to remain strong and united in the face of Russian aggression.
