Ukraine experienced 161 conflicts since the previous day.
Date: 08/05/22 | Time: 23:45 EST
Here's a quick recap of the latest developments in the ongoing Ukraine war:
- Ukraine Reports 161 Engagements Since Yesterday
According to the General Staff of the Ukrainian Armed Forces, there were 161 engagements at the front since the previous day, with 60 in the Pokrovsk sector. The Russians carried out 63 air strikes on Ukrainian positions and populated areas, dropping 96 guided bombs. Moreover, they conducted over 4000 shellings, including 85 with multiple rocket launchers, and deployed 2,470 kamikaze drones.
- Trump: Let's Keep Talking, Kyiv and Moscow
US President Donald Trump has shared his intention to keep the ball rolling in trying to resolve the Ukraine war by remaining active in diplomatic efforts with Ukraine and Russia. "I will continue to work with both sides to ensure this happens," Trump wrote on his Truth Social platform.
- Trump's Negotiator Used Kremlin Translators
In an interesting twist, US President Donald Trump's special envoy for the Middle East, Steve Witkoff, relied on Kremlin translators during his meetings with Russian President Vladimir Putin. This was confirmed by a US official and two Western officials familiar with the conversations. Witkoff, who does not speak Russian, met with Putin several times in recent months, with his latest visit taking place on April 26 in Moscow, only a day after a massive rocket attack in Kyiv that resulted in the death of 12 people.
- Kyiv Under Drone Attack
The air defense systems in Kyiv are currently trying to repel a Russian drone attack, as reported by Kyiv's mayor, Vitali Klitschko. This comes only hours after Russian President Vladimir Putin suggested direct talks with Ukraine for May 15 in Istanbul.
- Injured in Kupjansk
Three civilians were injured in another round of Russian air strikes on Kupjansk, a district in the Kharkiv region, according to the Ukrainian news agency Ukrinform. In the past 24 hours, six additional people, including an 11-year-old boy, were injured in Russian attacks in the Kharkiv region.
- Preparing Stricter Sanctions against Russia's Energy and Banking Sectors
In response to Russia's refusal to accept a 30-day ceasefire, European and American leaders are set to impose harsher sanctions on Russia, targeting its energy and banking sectors related to fossil fuels, oil, and the shadow fleet if the conflict continues.
- U.S Approves Germany's Delivery of 125 Long-Range Rockets and 100 Patriots to Ukraine
The United States has given its approval for Germany to deliver 125 long-range artillery rockets and 100 Patriot air defense missiles to Ukraine.
- Putin Proposes Direct Talks with Ukraine in Istanbul on 15th May
Russian President Vladimir Putin has suggested the resumption of direct talks with Ukraine without prerequisites in Istanbul on May 15. Putin is ready to initiate "serious negotiations without preconditions" and proposes the discussion to commence as early as next Thursday, May 15.
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- Russia's Declared Three-Day Ceasefire Ends
After three days, Russia's declared ceasefire has concluded. The ceasefire was initially announced by Putin for the World War II commemorations in Moscow and came into effect at midnight on Wednesday. Meanwhile, Ukraine still advocates for a 30-day ceasefire.
- Macron: Soldiers in Ukraine could be key
French President Emmanuel Macron is exploring the possibility of supporting Ukraine with troops in its fight against Russia. "The crucial thing is to have soldiers in Ukraine," Macron told the newspaper "Le Parisien."
- Zelensky Rejects US Proposal for a Demilitarized Zone
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky has rejected the idea of a demilitarized zone as a potential solution to the conflict, stating that the idea is currently dead. He also expressed concerns about relinquishing control of key Ukrainian cities by retreating miles from strategic locations as part of such a zone.
- Zelensky, Macron, and Starmer Honor Fallen Ukrainian Soldiers
Ukraine's President Volodymyr Zelensky, along with French President Emmanuel Macron and British Prime Minister Keir Starmer, paid their respects to the fallen Ukrainian soldiers at the "Wall of Remembrance" in Mychajliwska Square, Kyiv.
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