Radio Svoboda’s investigation details the killings of six Bucha residents—Andrii Matviychuk, Vitalii Karpenko, Volodymyr Rubailo, Dmytro Konovalov, Valerii Kizilov, and Ihor Horodetskyi—potentially linking four soldiers from the Russian 234th Airborne Assault Regiment: Sergeant Artem Dementiev, Lieutenant Artem Tareyev, Sergeant Vladimir Borzunov, and Captain Yevheniy Plyusnin. The investigation meticulously reconstructs three days of events in March 2022, utilizing surveillance footage, eyewitness testimonies, and victim family accounts. Analysis of this evidence, including a confirmed interview with Borzunov, points towards the Russian army’s culpability in these civilian deaths. Previously unseen footage from security cameras further supports these findings.
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Early on June 14th, Ukrainian Defense Intelligence agents successfully sabotaged a Kaliningrad power substation, disabling military and industrial facilities. The operation involved draining coolant from a transformer, resulting in a fire and significant damage estimated at $5 million. This attack underscores Ukraine’s ongoing efforts to disrupt Russian military capabilities within Russia itself and occupied territories. The action was framed as a continuation of Ukraine’s strategy to deny Russia a safe rear area.
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Rising global oil prices, fueled by Israeli-Iranian conflict, are bolstering Russia’s war effort in Ukraine due to increased oil export revenue, a development President Zelenskyy criticized. This surge negatively impacts Ukraine’s military position, exacerbated by a lack of effective Western price caps on Russian oil. Zelenskyy also voiced concerns over potential diversions of U.S. military aid to Israel, citing the redirection of crucial interceptor missiles and the undelivered Barak-8 air defense system. He linked the need for a foreign reassurance force to Ukraine’s willingness to negotiate territorial compromises with Russia, highlighting the continued dependence on strong U.S. support.
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On June 14th, Ukrainian Defence Intelligence agents successfully targeted a Kaliningrad power substation, causing a complete electricity outage. The attack, involving draining coolant and igniting a transformer, disrupted power to both civilian consumers and nearby Russian military and defense industrial facilities. The estimated cost of the damage to Russia is nearly $5 million. This operation highlights the ongoing effectiveness of Ukrainian intelligence operations within Russia.
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President Zelenskyy’s visit to Calgary for the G7 summit is highlighted by a welcoming billboard. The billboard demonstrates a show of support for the Ukrainian leader and his country amidst the ongoing conflict. His presence at the summit underscores the global importance of the situation in Ukraine. The billboard serves as a visible symbol of Calgary’s solidarity with Ukraine.
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During a large-scale drone and missile attack on Kyiv on June 9-10, Russian forces deliberately targeted a Boeing office building. This attack, following a Ukrainian drone operation against Russian airbases, underscores Russia’s intent to hinder Ukrainian defense production and disrupt Western business operations within the country. Boeing, which employs approximately 1,000 people in Ukraine and collaborates with Antonov, reported no employee injuries. Despite significant damage to member facilities, the majority of American businesses represented by the American Chamber of Commerce in Ukraine remain operational.
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A Ukrainian military intelligence (HUR) operation successfully sabotaged an electrical substation in Kaliningrad, Russia on June 14th, causing $5 million in damages and disrupting power to a military production facility. The operation involved draining coolant and igniting a fire within the substation. This action follows a series of similar attacks by Ukrainian forces, including the HUR’s May 30th operation in Vladivostok and the SBU’s June 1st “Operation Spiderweb” drone strikes on Russian airfields. These attacks demonstrate Ukraine’s capacity to conduct long-range operations targeting Russian military assets and infrastructure deep within Russian territory.
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Overnight drone strikes targeted key Russian defense industry facilities. The Independent Oil and Gas Company JSC in Samara Oblast, a producer of explosive components, and the Nevinnomyssk plant in Stavropol Krai, a major supplier of explosives and rocket fuel components, were both hit. Explosions and fires were reported at both locations, impacting Russia’s ability to supply its military. The attacks underscore Ukraine’s continued efforts to disrupt Russia’s war effort through long-range strikes. The full extent of the damage is still being assessed.
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The Trump administration recently approved a $30 million transfer of major defense equipment to Ukraine, following an earlier, undisclosed $242 million arms transfer. This approval comes amidst ongoing congressional questioning regarding the administration’s use of presidential drawdown authorities for Ukraine. Despite earlier aid freezes and concerns raised by Senator Coons about the lack of additional air defense systems, the administration asserts that military aid continues under the Arms Export Control Act. The aid continues despite calls for a negotiated peace with Russia.
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Estonia has supplied another shipment of artillery ammunition to Ukraine, underscoring its commitment to supporting Ukraine’s defense against Russia. This latest delivery follows previous aid, including vehicles and equipment for psychological support units and a pledged €100 million purchase of military equipment from Estonian manufacturers. The Estonian Ministry of Defence emphasizes that continued support for Ukraine is crucial for European and transatlantic security. This assistance aims to enable Ukraine to defend itself and secure a lasting peace.
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John Q. Hosedrinker