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Local sources from Ukraine: ЛИГАБизнесИнформ, Радіо Свобода.
UK coverage: The Telegraph.

Ukraine’s army claims to have stopped Russia from advancing further into the Kharkiv region and has launched counter-attacks. However, the army warns that Moscow is intensifying its assault on other parts of the front. The fresh Russian land assault began on May 10, with thousands of troops storming the border and making significant territorial gains. Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky visited the region’s capital to discuss the battle for Vovchansk, a town located just three miles from the Russian border.

According to a report from ЛИГАБизнесИнформ, the situation with fortifications on the front is not as good as desired, but most of the priority measures have already been implemented. The report, citing a source in the General Staff of the Armed Forces of Ukraine, reveals that weapons from previous US packages in Ukraine were used in the conflict.

In another development, Радіо Свобода reports that the European Union Council has adopted the 13th package of restrictive measures against Russia on the eve of the second anniversary of the full-scale invasion of Ukraine. The package includes sanctions against 106 individuals and 88 legal entities responsible for undermining or threatening the territorial integrity, sovereignty, and independence of Ukraine. The priority for these restrictions is the military and defense sectors of Russia, as well as those involved in supplying missiles from North Korea and those responsible for the deportation and military ‘re-education’ of Ukrainian children.

The EU’s High Representative for Foreign Affairs, Josep Borrell, commented on the sanctions, stating, ‘We remain united in our determination to dismantle the Russian military machine and help Ukraine win its legitimate fight to defend itself and restore its independence, territorial integrity, and sovereignty.’ The EU’s sanctions currently apply to over 2,000 individuals and legal entities.

As the conflict in the Kharkiv region continues, Ukraine’s army faces the challenge of repelling the Russian advance while also launching counter-attacks. The situation on the front is not ideal, but efforts are being made to strengthen fortifications. Meanwhile, the European Union’s adoption of the 13th package of sanctions against Russia demonstrates its commitment to supporting Ukraine and holding Russia accountable for its actions. The international community remains focused on ensuring Ukraine’s independence and territorial integrity in the face of Russian aggression.