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Volodymyr Zelensky, the president of Ukraine, met with NATO Secretary-General Jens Stoltenberg on Monday after his unexpected visit to the country's capital. In a statement on X, Zelenskyy stated, "Ukraine and NATO have reached the highest level of relations since our independence, but not yet the highest possible level."

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Ukrainian officials say the situation is worsening on the front line. Russia has intensified its attacks on other cities as well at least two people have been killed and six others have been injured in the latest strike in the city of Kharkiv. Watch in for more details!

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The US Congress granting President Joe Biden new powers to seize Russian dollar assets to aid Ukraine has intensified debate over the consequences of foreign demand for US Treasuries and use of the dollar.

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Russia continues to make advances in the battlefield but amidst the advances in the ongoing war, NATO Chief Jens Stoltenberg has made an unannounced visit to Ukraine, making it his third visit to the country since the war broke out.

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EU governments are under pressure to supply more protective systems to Kyiv. But countries that have US-made Patriots, which Ukraine values highly to shoot down fast-moving ballistic missiles, were non-committal. “Westerners are dangerously balancing on the brink of a direct military clash between nuclear powers, which is fraught with catastrophic consequences,” - Russian Foreign Minister Sergey Lavrov.

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A fire broke out at a turreted Gothic-style building in Odesa on Monday after a Russian missile attack hit the southern port city, leaving at least four people dead. Watch in for more details!

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According to Ukraine's top commander, Russia has concentrated considerable forces in various sites on the eastern front, west of three villages, where Kyiv's outnumbered troops withdrew to new positions.

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According to the head of Ukraine's military, the situation on the front lines has gotten worse as a result of many Russian attacks. Ukrainian military, according to Oleksandr Syrskyi, have left their positions in the eastern Donetsk region.

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Vladimir Putin’s forces have made further gains in at least three locations along the eastern front in Ukraine – including for the first time in several months an advance in the northern Kharkiv region – again highlighting Kyiv’s need for ammunition and weapons from the United States and other allies. Russia’s tactical advances are now daily and reflect the new tempo on the battlefield since the fall of the industrial town of Avdiivka in February. Is Russia gaining tempo ahead of the arrival of U.S. weapons?

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Oleksandr Taran's mobile artillery unit, the Steppe Wolves, is comprised of dozens of Ukrainian men mostly over 60 years old who are considered too old to be drafted but still want to fight against Russia. Watch in for more details!

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The Kremlin is set to showcase captured Ukrainian and Western weapons in Moscow in a move seen as a provocative gesture amid Russia’s ongoing full-scale invasion of Ukraine. Watch in for more details!

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Vladimir Putin’s forces have made further gains in at least three locations along the eastern front in Ukraine – including for the first time in several months an advance in the northern Kharkiv region – again highlighting Kyiv’s need for ammunition and weapons from the United States and other allies. Russia’s tactical advances are now daily and reflect the new tempo on the battlefield since the fall of the industrial town of Avdiivka in February. Is Russia gaining tempo ahead of the arrival of U.S. weapons? WION's Shivan Chanana discusses with Dr. Sergey Markov, former spokesman for Russian president Putin, former member of the Russian parliament and director of the institute of political studies and Russian political scientist

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The United States has reportedly procured 81 outdated Soviet-era combat aircraft from Kazakhstan. The purpose behind the US acquisition remains undisclosed, but speculation suggests potential deployment in Ukraine, where similar aircraft are still in service. Watch in for more details!

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Australian Defence Minister Richard Marles, during his visit to the city of Lviv, announced a military aid package for Ukraine worth $100 million.

The aid package included short-range air defences, drones along with air-to-ground precision munitions coming separately.

While speaking at a press briefing with Ukrainian Prime Minister Denys Shmyhal, Marles asserted that the military aid by Australia is one of the many contributions set to be made to Ukrainian armed forces in the coming months.

“Today we are announcing the next package of support for Ukraine totalling 100 million dollars. 50 million of that is dedicated to short-range air defence systems. 30 million, as the Prime Minister said, to the purchase of drones as part of Australia being a part of the drone coalition being led by the United Kingdom and Latvia,” Marles said.

"We understand that this will be an enduring conflict and we will be contributing more in the future because we are determined to stand side by side with Ukraine for as long as it takes for Ukraine to prevail," he added.

Australia, on April 17 announced that it would increase the defence spending by A$50.3 billion ($32 billion) in the next 10 years and also make changes in its weapons program emphasising more on missiles, drones and warships as it foresees the possibility of a Pacific conflict between China and the United States.

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<h2>Russia sends troops to eastern Ukraine in a bid to reinforce offensive</h2>

Meanwhile, Russia, in a bid to reinforce its offensive sent more troops to the eastern town of Ocheretyne.

However, Kyiv's forces, which hold most part of the village, expect the arms delivery by the United States to help them win the battle, said the Ukrainian military on Saturday (Apr 27).

Russian armed forces have so far gradually progressed towards the eastern front in over half a dozen villages after seizing the bastion town of Avdiivka in the month of February.

Fighting erupted in Ocheretyne on Saturday, however, Nazar Voloshyn, spokesman for the eastern command, said that the Ukrainian forces had the situation under control and hold two-thirds of the village.

<h2>Zelensky calls for air defence systems&nbsp;</h2>

Amid Russian advances, Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky on Friday called for additional air defence systems to be sent to Kyiv in its fight against Moscow.&nbsp;

At the start of a virtual meeting led by the United States on helping arm Ukraine, Zelensky said, "This year, Russian jets (have) already used more than 9,000 guided aerial bombs against Ukraine and we need the ability to shoot down the air combat aircraft so that they do not approach our positions and borders."&nbsp;

"While we were waiting for a decision on the American support, the Russian army managed to seize the initiative on the battlefield," Zelensky said.

"We can still now, not only stabilize the front but also move forward achieving our Ukrainian goals in the war," he added.&nbsp;

Disclaimer: A number of claims and counterclaims are being made on the Ukraine-Russia war on the ground and online. While WION takes utmost care to accurately and responsibly report ongoing developments, we cannot independently verify the authenticity of all statements, photos and videos

(With inputs from agencies)&nbsp;

Australian Defence Minister Richard Marles, during his visit to the city of Lviv, announced a military aid package for Ukraine worth $100 million. The aid package included short-range air defences, drones along with air-to-ground precision munitions coming separately.

Australian Defence Minister Richard Marles, during his visit to the city of Lviv, announced a military aid package for Ukraine worth $100 million. The aid package included short-range air defences, drones along with air-to-ground precision munitions coming separately. While speaking at a press briefing with Ukrainian Prime Minister Denys Shmyhal, Marles asserted that the military aid by Australia is one of the many contributions set to be made to Ukrainian armed forces in the coming months. “Today we are announcing the next package of support for Ukraine totalling 100 million dollars. 50 million of that is dedicated to short-range air defence systems. 30 million, as the Prime Minister said, to the purchase of drones as part of Australia being a part of the drone coalition being led by the United Kingdom and Latvia,” Marles said. "We understand that this will be an enduring conflict and we will be contributing more in the future because we are determined to stand side by side with Ukraine for as long as it takes for Ukraine to prevail," he added. Australia, on April 17 announced that it would increase the defence spending by A$50.3 billion ($32 billion) in the next 10 years and also make changes in its weapons program emphasising more on missiles, drones and warships as it foresees the possibility of a Pacific conflict between China and the United States. Also read: Yemen's Houthis claim missile strike on Andromeda Star oil tanker in Red Sea Russia sends troops to eastern Ukraine in a bid to reinforce offensive Meanwhile, Russia, in a bid to reinforce its offensive sent more troops to the eastern town of Ocheretyne. However, Kyiv's forces, which hold most part of the village, expect the arms delivery by the United States to help them win the battle, said the Ukrainian military on Saturday (Apr 27). Russian armed forces have so far gradually progressed towards the eastern front in over half a dozen villages after seizing the bastion town of Avdiivka in the month of February. Fighting erupted in Ocheretyne on Saturday, however, Nazar Voloshyn, spokesman for the eastern command, said that the Ukrainian forces had the situation under control and hold two-thirds of the village. Zelensky calls for air defence systems Amid Russian advances, Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky on Friday called for additional air defence systems to be sent to Kyiv in its fight against Moscow. At the start of a virtual meeting led by the United States on helping arm Ukraine, Zelensky said, "This year, Russian jets (have) already used more than 9,000 guided aerial bombs against Ukraine and we need the ability to shoot down the air combat aircraft so that they do not approach our positions and borders." "While we were waiting for a decision on the American support, the Russian army managed to seize the initiative on the battlefield," Zelensky said. "We can still now, not only stabilize the front but also move forward achieving our Ukrainian goals in the war," he added. Disclaimer: A number of claims and counterclaims are being made on the Ukraine-Russia war on the ground and online. While WION takes utmost care to accurately and responsibly report ongoing developments, we cannot independently verify the authenticity of all statements, photos and videos (With inputs from agencies)

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Ukraine’s top commander, on Sunday (Apr 28) said that its troops were forced to fall back to new positions west of three villages on the eastern front where Russia has recently ramped up attacks and concentrated significant forces on several locations.&nbsp;

Meanwhile, Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky issued a fresh plea calling on the international community to deliver more air defences, begin talks for Ukraine to become a part of the European Union, and for the war-torn country to join NATO.&nbsp;

<h2>‘Most difficult’</h2>

In a statement on Sunday, Ukraine’s Colonel General Oleksandr Syrskyi addressed the worsening situation of Kyiv’s forces on the country’s eastern front and also expressed hope that it can stabilise it once the United States delivers more weapons as a part of its $61 billion aid package approved this week.

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“The situation at the front has worsened,” said Syrskyi, in a post on Telegram. He described west of the occupied Ukrainian city Maryinka and northwest of Avdiivka, a town captured by the Russian forces after months of intense fighting in February, as “most difficult” areas.&nbsp;

Ukrainian troops have now taken a new position in the west of the villages of Berdychi and Semenivka, both of which are north of Avdiivka, and Novomykhailivka.&nbsp;

He noted that while Russian forces have generally “achieved certain tactical successes in these areas,” they could not “gain operational advantages.”

In a possibly concerning development, Syrskiy also said that the Ukrainian forces are also closely monitoring a build-up of Russian troops near Kharkiv, Ukraine’s second-largest city.&nbsp;

<h2>Moscow claims to have captured village</h2>

Ukraine’s top commander in his statement did not respond to Russia’s claims about Novobakhmutivka, another village near Berdychi, which the Russian defence ministry on Sunday, said its forces have captured.

“As the result of active operations, the ‘Centrer’ troop unit liberated the village of Novobakhmutivka in the Donetsk People’s Republic,” said the ministry in its daily briefing.&nbsp;

The village is around 10 kilometres north of Avdiivka, the town which witnessed one of the bloodiest battles of the two-year conflict.

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According to reports, Russia has been slowly advancing since capturing the bastion town and has taken advantage of Ukrainian shortages of artillery shells and manpower.

<h2>Zelensky issues fresh plea</h2>

In his nightly address on Sunday, the Ukrainian president also called for more air defence systems, particularly the Patriot system.&nbsp;

Zelensky also said that he had spoken to US House Minority leader Hakeem Jeffries and thanked Congress for passing the $61 billion aid package.&nbsp;

“We are still waiting for the supplies Ukraine was promised,” said the Ukrainian president, adding that Kyiv is “expecting those volumes and scope that can change the situation on the battlefield in Ukraine’s interests.”

Zelensky also said that Ukraine has met all the conditions set by the EU to begin the accession talks and now the 27-nation bloc “must meet its obligations.”&nbsp;

Since the beginning of the Russian invasion, Ukraine has received strong backing from the European nations to join the bloc, but the process could take years.

About the entry to NATO, Zelensky said every country that shares common values and is ready to defend them “deserves an invitation to the alliance.”

(With inputs from agencies) 
 
Disclaimer: A number of claims and counterclaims are being made on Ukraine-Russia war on the ground and online. While WION takes utmost care to accurately and responsibly report ongoing developments, we cannot independently verify the authenticity of all statements, photos and videos.

Ukraine’s top commander, on Sunday (Apr 28) said that its troops were forced to fall back to new positions west of three villages on the eastern front where Russia has recently ramped up attacks and concentrated significant forces on several locations.

Ukraine’s top commander, on Sunday (Apr 28) said that its troops were forced to fall back to new positions west of three villages on the eastern front where Russia has recently ramped up attacks and concentrated significant forces on several locations. Meanwhile, Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky issued a fresh plea calling on the international community to deliver more air defences, begin talks for Ukraine to become a part of the European Union, and for the war-torn country to join NATO. ‘Most difficult’ In a statement on Sunday, Ukraine’s Colonel General Oleksandr Syrskyi addressed the worsening situation of Kyiv’s forces on the country’s eastern front and also expressed hope that it can stabilise it once the United States delivers more weapons as a part of its $61 billion aid package approved this week. WATCH | US announces new Patriot missiles for Ukraine “The situation at the front has worsened,” said Syrskyi, in a post on Telegram. He described west of the occupied Ukrainian city Maryinka and northwest of Avdiivka, a town captured by the Russian forces after months of intense fighting in February, as “most difficult” areas. Ukrainian troops have now taken a new position in the west of the villages of Berdychi and Semenivka, both of which are north of Avdiivka, and Novomykhailivka. He noted that while Russian forces have generally “achieved certain tactical successes in these areas,” they could not “gain operational advantages.” In a possibly concerning development, Syrskiy also said that the Ukrainian forces are also closely monitoring a build-up of Russian troops near Kharkiv, Ukraine’s second-largest city. Moscow claims to have captured village Ukraine’s top commander in his statement did not respond to Russia’s claims about Novobakhmutivka, another village near Berdychi, which the Russian defence ministry on Sunday, said its forces have captured. “As the result of active operations, the ‘Centrer’ troop unit liberated the village of Novobakhmutivka in the Donetsk People’s Republic,” said the ministry in its daily briefing. The village is around 10 kilometres north of Avdiivka, the town which witnessed one of the bloodiest battles of the two-year conflict. Also Read | Biden, Netanyahu review hostage-release talks in new call: White House According to reports, Russia has been slowly advancing since capturing the bastion town and has taken advantage of Ukrainian shortages of artillery shells and manpower. Zelensky issues fresh plea In his nightly address on Sunday, the Ukrainian president also called for more air defence systems, particularly the Patriot system. Zelensky also said that he had spoken to US House Minority leader Hakeem Jeffries and thanked Congress for passing the $61 billion aid package. “We are still waiting for the supplies Ukraine was promised,” said the Ukrainian president, adding that Kyiv is “expecting those volumes and scope that can change the situation on the battlefield in Ukraine’s interests.” Zelensky also said that Ukraine has met all the conditions set by the EU to begin the accession talks and now the 27-nation bloc “must meet its obligations.” Since the beginning of the Russian invasion, Ukraine has received strong backing from the European nations to join the bloc, but the process could take years. About the entry to NATO, Zelensky said every country that shares common values and is ready to defend them “deserves an invitation to the alliance.” (With inputs from agencies) Disclaimer: A number of claims and counterclaims are being made on Ukraine-Russia war on the ground and online. While WION takes utmost care to accurately and responsibly report ongoing developments, we cannot independently verify the authenticity of all statements, photos and videos.

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