Latest Ukraine Russia news! While the whole world is following the Ukraine and Russia crisis closely, the news about the hot region continues to come. After Russia’s recognition of Donetsk and Luhansk, the tension in the region does not decrease. After separatist leaders asked for help, Putin announced that they had launched a special military operation in Donbas. “PutinThe purpose of the operation is to protect people who have been subjected to abuse and genocide by the Kiev regime for eight years. then US President Joe Biden, “Russia is solely responsible for the death and destruction this attack will bring. The United States and its allies will respond with unity and determination.” used the phrases. In the statement made by the Ukrainian army, it was stated that 50 Russians were killed in eastern Ukraine, while a new explosion sound was heard in the capital, Kiev, from the regions targeted by Russia’s military intervention in Ukraine.
Here are the latest developments, minute by minute…
19.13: In the statement made by the G7 countries, “Putin has brought war to the European continent again, he has positioned himself on the wrong side of history.” expressions were used.
19.04: Czech Republic and Latvia announced that visa procedures for Russian citizens have been stopped.
18.05: The Mayor of Kiev announced that a curfew was declared.
17.37: According to the statement made by Ukraine, the hospital in Donetsk, Russia, hit a hospital. Four people in the hospital died.
17.25: In response from Russia to Europe and the US, “Sanctions will be responded to by tit-for-tat.” it was said.
16.55: Russian Foreign Minister Lavrov: We are ready for dialogue. We still hope that we have a chance to return to international law and responsibilities.
16.47: 4 ballistic missiles were launched from Belarusian territory to Ukraine.
16.40: Minister of National Defense Hulusi Akar held a phone call with Ukrainian Defense Minister Oleksii Reznikov. During the meeting, the latest developments in Ukraine were discussed.
15.12: The Ukrainian Armed Forces announced that they shot down 2 Russian helicopters in the town of Gostomel, near the capital, Kiev.
14.43: Russia’s operation in Ukraine! First statement from President Erdogan
14.35: Intimidation from NATO to Russia! “More than a hundred jets stand by”
14.15: Strong statement from the Ministry of Foreign Affairs: Russia’s operation in Ukraine is unacceptable
13.59: There was a missile attack on Odessa. According to the information received, at least 18 people died.
EXPLANATION FROM NATO! “WE HAVE DECIDED”
13.45: NATO, in consultation with the Allies in accordance with Article 4 of the Washington Treaty, decided to take additional steps to strengthen deterrence and defense.
“RUSSIA IS TAKING A MISSILE ATTACK FOR THE SECOND TIME”
13.18: A new explosion sound was heard in the capital Kiev, one of the regions targeted by Russia in its military intervention in Ukraine. The Kiev administration announced that Russia had launched a missile attack for the second time.
“50 Russians KILLED”
11.55: In a statement made by the Ukrainian army, it was reported that 50 Russians were killed and six planes were shot down in eastern Ukraine.
11.53: An explosion occurred in an ammunition depot in Vinnytsia, Ukraine. Ukrainian media announced that the area was evacuated after the explosion, and that among the Ukrainian soldiers there were also wounded due to the explosion. Information on whether the explosion occurred as a result of the Russian attack has not yet been shared.
MINISTER OF DEFENSE CALLS EVERYONE WHO HAS A WEAPON TO DEFEND THEIR COUNTRY
11.49: Ukraine’s Defense Minister, Oleksiy Reznikov, said in a statement on social media that his country had entered a state of full defense. Calling everyone who is ready and able to hold a gun to the Regional Defense Centers, Reznikov stated that a passport would be enough to acquire a gun.
11.48: Irish Prime Minister Michael Martin “We will work with the European Union and the United Nations to hold Putin and his regime accountable. Russia will pay a heavy price for this horrific act of aggression. We stand by Ukraine.” he shared.
“PUTIN CHOOSE THE WAY OF BLOODSHED AND DESTRUCTION”
11:00: British Prime Minister Boris Johnson “Putin has chosen the path of bloodshed and destruction by launching this unprovoked attack on Ukraine. Britain and our allies will respond decisively.” used the phrases.
10.51: Organization for Security and Co-operation in Europe (OSCE),”We strongly condemn the military action of Russia against Ukraine. This attack on Ukraine is a violation of international law and Russia’s commitments, as well as seriously endangering the lives of millions of people.” made the statement.
“We call for an immediate cessation of all military activities,” the statement said. opinion shared.
CALL ‘CLOSE THROAT’ FROM UKRAINE
10.45: Ukraine’s Ambassador to Ankara, Vasyl Bodnar, called on Turkey to close the straits.
10.10: The separatist Luhanks administration in Ukraine announced that they had launched an attack against Ukraine.
09.50: Horrifying images are coming from the region. It was seen that the Ukrainians who received the news of the attack began to pray collectively in the middle of the street.
09.45: The Russian Federal Aviation Agency announced that flights were suspended at all airports in the south of the country between February 24 and March 2.
THERE ARE DEAD AND INJURED
09.40: During Russia’s military intervention in Ukraine, after an airstrike in Kharkiv, civilians were injured and lost their lives.
09.35: “I call on Russian President Vladimir Putin to stop this war immediately,” said Charles Michel, President of the European Union (EU) Council.
09.32: Russia gained control over two villages in the Luhansk region. In a statement made by the Ukrainian Police, it was announced that Russia captured two villages in the region.
09.25: President Erdogan convenes the security summit.
EU MEETING URGENT AND EXTRAORDINARY
09.24: Charles Michel, President of the European Council, and Ursula von der Leyen, President of the European Commission, issued a joint statement on Russia’s military intervention. The statement, which expressed the strongest condemnation of Russia’s “unprecedented aggression” against Ukraine, called on Russia to immediately cease the aggression and withdraw its troops.
Reminding that the EU Leaders’ Summit will convene urgently and extraordinarily later today, it was stated in the statement that “for this action of the leaders, new sanctions that will have serious and serious consequences on Russia” will be discussed. It was noted that the President of the EU Commission, von der Leyen, will present the final form of the sanctions package prepared by the Commission to the leaders at the summit meeting.
The statement also stated that it regrets the loss of life in Ukraine and that the EU is ready for urgent humanitarian aid. The EU reiterated its support to Ukraine, stressing that political, financial and humanitarian aid will continue.
09.16: The State Border Guard Service of Ukraine announced that Russia launched an attack on Ukraine from Belarus and Crimea
09.15: Statement from the Ministry of Foreign Affairs of Ukraine
08.55: The Ukrainian Armed Forces announced that 5 planes and 1 helicopter of Russia were shot down.
08.40: Dutch Prime Minister Mark Rutte said, “The Netherlands strongly condemns the Russian attack on Ukraine. We are in close contact with the EU, NATO and other allies. Our thoughts are with the Ukrainian people.” used the phrases.
08.29: Ukraine has announced that the country is under attack along the border with Russia and Belarus.
08.20: President of the United States Biden spoke by phone with President of Ukraine Zelensky.
08.19: Ukraine asked for help from Turkey.
08.17: Sirens were heard in Kiev, the capital of Ukraine.
08.11: NATO ambassadors will hold an emergency meeting on Russia’s attack on Ukraine.
STATEMENT FROM THE MINISTRY OF DEFENSE OF RUSSIA
08.01: The Russian Ministry of Defense announced that air defense systems, military airports and air force in Ukraine were neutralized with “high-precision weapons”.
07.39: President of Ukraine Zelensky announced that he declared martial law in the country.
STATEMENT FROM ZELENSKY AFTER RUSSIA’S ATTACK
07.38: After the invasion of Russia, the first statement came from the President of Ukraine, Zelenskiy. On the other hand, United Nations (UN) Secretary General Antonio Guterres, regarding the operation launched by Russia in Ukraine, “This war has no meaning. It violates the UN Charter principles.” said.
07.33: The sound of war jets was heard over the city of Kramatorsk in the Donbas region of Ukraine. Citizens queued up in front of ATMs.
07.27: Turkish Airlines cancels Ukraine flights
RUSSIA CLOSED AIRSPACE ON THE WESTERN BORDER
07.15: Russia announced that its airspace on its western border with Ukraine and Belarus was closed to civilian flights.
BLACK SEA FLEET LAUNCHES OPERATION
07.14: Russian News Agency announced that the Black Sea Fleet has launched a landing operation.
07.10:Putin also targeted that airport in the capital Kiev
THE PEOPLE STARTED TO ESCAPE FROM KIEV
07.06: After the Russian attack, the people of Kiev began to flee the city.
EXPLANATION FROM UKRAINE AND USA
07:00: Ukrainian Foreign Minister Dmytro Kuleba, “Putin launched a large-scale war against Ukraine. Attacks continue in peaceful Ukrainian cities” said. In the continuation of his explanation, Kuleba “Ukraine will defend itself and win. The world can and must stop Putin. It’s time to act” said.
06.58: NATO Secretary General Stoltenberg, “I strongly condemn Russia’s attack that puts civilians at risk. Despite our warnings and diplomatic efforts, Russia has once again chosen the path of attacking an independent country.” said.
06.34:Strong response from Biden to Putin: The USA will respond…
BIG EXPLOSIONS HEAR IN KIEV
06.14: Big explosions are heard in Kiev, the capital of Ukraine.
06.06: In the city of Kramatorsk, located in the Dombas region of Ukraine, 2 big explosions were heard.
MILITARY OPERATION ORDER FROM PUTIN
06:00: Russian President Vladimir Putin announced that they have launched a special military operation in Donbas in eastern Ukraine.
RUSSIAN MILITARY MOBILITY IN THE CRITICAL AREA
Russian military activity was detected near the Kuybyshevo settlement in the Rostov region of Russia, approximately 40 kilometers from the Ukrainian border. It was noted that the convoy consisting of more than 200 various military equipment was advancing towards the Donbas region in eastern Ukraine.
SEPARATIONIST REGIONS ASKED FOR HELP FROM RUSSIA
Separatist leaders in eastern Ukraine asked Russian President Vladimir Putin for help against the Ukrainian army.
Kremlin Spokesperson Dmitriy Peskov told reporters that the so-called Donetsk People’s Republic in eastern Ukraine and the so-called Luhansk People’s Republic administrations wrote to Russian President Vladimir Putin and asked for help.
Noting that the letter pointed to “civilian casualties in Donbas”, Peskov said, “The administrations asked the Russian president for help in repelling the aggression of the Ukrainian armed forces and formations.” had used the phrase.
On February 21, Putin announced that he recognized the so-called governments and ordered military assistance on the grounds of “making peace” in the region. The Russian Parliament approved the decision to send troops abroad yesterday.