As the war in Ukraine reaches its 748th day, President Zelenskyy reports improvements in the situation along the front line with Russian troops no longer advancing. The Kremlin remains silent on reports of sacking Admiral Yevmenov after losing warships to Ukrainian attacks. Ukraine successfully shot down 15 out of 25 Russian drones in an attack on Odesa.
UNESCO reports over 1,400 damaged scientific buildings in Ukraine with a restoration cost of $1.26 billion. Pope Francis’s call for Ukraine to start talks to end the war sparks controversy, with Russia finding it “understandable” and NATO rejecting the idea. Hungarian PM Orban claims Trump has vowed not to support Ukraine financially.
The documentary “20 Days in Mariupol” wins an Oscar for depicting the siege of the Black Sea city during the Russian invasion. Zelenskyy praises the film for revealing “the truth about Russian terrorism.” Meanwhile, Russian lawmakers propose a bill to nullify the 1954 transfer of Crimea to Ukraine.
US Director of National Intelligence urges more military assistance for Ukraine in order to retain territory from Russia’s control. With ongoing developments in fighting, politics, and weapons, the war in Ukraine continues to be a focal point of international attention and concern.
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