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Local sources from Russia: Liga.net, Корреспондент.
UK coverage: inews.

A wave of Ukrainian drone attacks targeting Russian oil and gas infrastructure has raised concerns about a potential escalation in the conflict between the two countries. The latest attack occurred on a major oil refinery in Russia, causing a fire to break out. Russian air defenses claim to have shot down over 100 Ukrainian drones, but the attacks have still inflicted significant damage. The Ukrainian strategy of targeting energy infrastructure is causing economic disruption and highlighting Russia’s inability to protect its territory. The international community is divided on the issue, with the US urging Ukraine to cease the strikes due to concerns about global energy prices and further escalation.

According to an article from Liga.net titled ‘Russia shelled Odessa and Kharkiv, Zelensky signed two important laws – LIVE,’ President Volodymyr Zelensky provided updates on the situation. He stated that Ukraine has managed to stabilize Russian forces in the Kharkiv region, where they are currently located. The crossing of the Russian border in the Kharkiv region is attributed to Ukraine’s lack of air defense, as the Russians are attacking from a distance. Zelensky also mentioned that the Russians have not reached the concrete line of fortifications in the Kharkiv region and are currently approximately on the front line. He believes that there should be no restrictions on the use of Western weapons on Russian territory. Zelensky expressed his view that Russian dictator Putin is not interested in dialogue with the rest of the world, and even China supports the territorial integrity of any state. Ukrainian partners fear Russia’s victory in this war. Zelensky also mentioned the positive reception of French leader Emmanuel Macron’s initiative to send troops to Ukraine for training, demining, and equipment repair. He believes that Ukraine has done everything possible to date to join the European Union and NATO, with only politics remaining.

An article from Корреспондент titled ‘Russian Invasion of Ukraine. Online Story’ provides additional updates on the situation. It mentions that the community led by Peretyatko is under Russian occupation, and assistance was provided to colleagues from Stanislav. The Security Service of Ukraine (SBU) and the Main Intelligence Directorate of the Ministry of Defense of Ukraine are involved. Russian President Putin stated that Russia is ready to participate in peaceful negotiations on Ukraine but has not been invited to the conference in Switzerland. The resolution of the Council of Europe on the recognition of the exclusivity of Zelensky’s peace formula was vetoed by Hungary. There has been one military clash in the area of the settlement of Staritsa on the Kharkiv direction since the beginning of the day, according to the General Staff. Russia has carried out five large-scale attacks on thermal and hydroelectric power plants in Ukraine since March 22. The article also mentions the damage caused by the attacks, adjustments in energy restrictions, and the potential deployment of a weapon by Russia that could destroy satellites in low Earth orbit. The ongoing combat tasks of Ukrainian units in Volchansk and discussions on fortifications in the Kharkiv region are highlighted. The article also mentions conversations between Ukrainian officials and US National Security Advisor Jake Sullivan, Defense Minister Lloyd Austin, and Chairman of the Joint Chiefs of Staff Charles Brown. The actions of the Russian army in terms of shelling and the construction of fortifications in the Kharkiv region are subjects of concern and discussion in Ukrainian society.

The situation between Ukraine and Russia remains tense, with Ukrainian drone attacks on Russian infrastructure causing significant damage and economic disruption. President Zelensky has provided updates on the situation, emphasizing Ukraine’s efforts to stabilize Russian forces and the need for Western weapons on Russian territory. The international community is divided, with the US urging Ukraine to cease the strikes due to concerns about global energy prices and further escalation. The article from Корреспондент provides additional details on the ongoing conflict, including Russian occupation, vetoed resolutions, military clashes, and attacks on power plants. The situation in the Kharkiv region and discussions on fortifications are subjects of concern and discussion in Ukrainian society. As the conflict continues, the world watches with apprehension, hoping for a peaceful resolution.