On Thursday, June 6, 2024, the Russia-Ukraine war reached its 832nd day, marked by a series of critical developments. From deadly bombardments and drone attacks to significant political statements and international diplomacy, the conflict continues to have far-reaching impacts. As Ukrainian forces contend with Russian assaults and navigate severe energy shortages, global leaders engage in diplomatic efforts to address the ongoing crisis. Amidst these events, legal actions against Russian dissidents highlight the internal tensions within Russia.
In the ongoing conflict between Russia and Ukraine, significant events unfolded on day 832 of the war:
Casualties and Attacks
In the eastern Donetsk region, near the town of Toretsk, Russian bombardments resulted in one fatality and four injuries, according to Ukrainian officials. Additionally, a Russian aerial attack on Selydove injured another civilian.
In the Poltava region, a wave of Shahed attack drones launched by Russia targeted southern, central, and northern Ukraine. Ukrainian air force reported destroying 22 out of 27 drones, though some buildings were damaged, and one person was injured. No further casualties were reported.
Energy Crisis
Ukraine's power grid operator, Ukrenergo, imposed immediate power cuts in 12 regions due to a critical shortage of electricity, attributed to Russia’s ongoing attacks on Ukraine’s energy infrastructure.
Military Recruitment
Ukrainian authorities announced that men aged 18-60 with permanent residency in other countries would be prohibited from leaving Ukraine if they visit. This measure aims to bolster the country's military ranks.
Politics and Diplomacy
Russian President Vladimir Putin reiterated that Moscow might use nuclear weapons if Russia’s sovereignty or territory were threatened. In a press conference with senior editors from international news agencies, including Reuters and The Associated Press, Putin also highlighted the risks to Ukraine’s Western allies of providing military support to Kyiv.
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy visited Qatar, expressing gratitude to Emir Sheikh Tamim bin Hamad Al Thani for Qatar’s role in repatriating Ukrainian children forcibly deported to Russia and for supporting Ukraine’s sovereignty and territorial integrity.
International Engagements
U.S. President Joe Biden is expected to meet with Zelenskyy as they join other Western leaders in Normandy to commemorate the 80th anniversary of the D-Day landings.
French President Emmanuel Macron confirmed his attendance at the June 15-16 peace summit for Ukraine in Switzerland.
Andriy Sybiha, Ukraine’s first deputy foreign minister, visited China, urging Beijing to send a delegation to the peace summit. Despite the request, China has stated it will not attend the event.
Legal Actions and Sentences
A Moscow court sentenced Russian blogger Anna Bazhutova to five and a half years in prison for disseminating "false" information after she livestreamed witness testimony about alleged Russian atrocities in Bucha.
Yuri Malev, a US-Russian citizen, received a three and a half year sentence for mocking a patriotic ribbon associated with the Russian army in social media posts made in June 2022 and May 2023.
Russian opposition activist Ilya Yashin, a close ally of the late opposition leader Alexey Navalny, lost his appeal against being labeled a "foreign agent." Yashin was jailed in December 2022 for eight and a half years on charges of spreading "false information" about the Russian army.
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