The situation in Ukraine continues to intensify, with new reports of missile launches and possible airspace violations. In this article, we will follow the latest developments in the war in Ukraine hour by hour.
10:52 a.m.: How Russian propaganda constructs the myth of “defense of the homeland” against “Ukro-Nazis”
Despite more than a year and seven months of a war of invasion led by Russia in Ukraine, Russian propaganda continues to keep Russians in the illusion of a war for the “defense of the homeland” and ” Russian world” against “Ukro-Nazis”. Elena Volochine, expert in geopolitics, deciphers this manipulation of Russian public opinion.
9:22 a.m.: Romania reports possible violation of its airspace
Romania, a NATO member country, announced that it detected a possible violation of its airspace during nighttime attacks launched by Russia. These attacks are believed to have targeted infrastructure in the Danube region of neighboring Ukraine. Since Russia suspended Ukrainian grain exports through the Black Sea, it has intensified its attacks on the Odessa and Mikolayev regions, which play a crucial role in southern Ukraine’s grain exports.
9:18 a.m.: Russia claims to have shot down nine missiles over Belgorod
The Russian Defense Ministry announced that its air defenses had shot down nine missiles originating from Ukraine over the Belgorod region in western Russia. Belgorod, which lies on the border with Ukraine’s Kharkiv region, is often the target of Ukrainian fire. According to the Russian Defense Ministry, this action made it possible to thwart a “terrorist” attack targeting its installations.
1:22 a.m.: Ukrainian Air Force shoots down 30 of 40 “Shahed” drones in Russian attack
In a night attack in Ukraine, the Ukrainian Air Force managed to shoot down 30 of 40 Iranian-made “Shahed” drones launched by Russia. The attacks took place in two locations in the country, with around 20 drones shot down in the Vinnytsia region and around 10 others over the Odessa and Mykolaiv regions. Ukrainian authorities have stressed that Russia continues to target port areas and economic infrastructure.
These recent developments demonstrate the continued escalation of the conflict in Ukraine. Russian propaganda continues to craft a “homeland defense” narrative to justify its aggression, while Romania reports violations of its airspace. Additionally, Russia is trying to thwart Ukraine’s efforts by using sophisticated drones, but the Ukrainian military has managed to shoot down large numbers of them.
The situation remains volatile and it is crucial to closely monitor developments in Ukraine. The consequences of this conflict extend beyond regional borders and can have a significant impact on global stability.