Russia's military invasion of Ukraine continues.
Russian and Ukrainian troops continue to fight in various parts of Ukraine, and many civilians are evacuating abroad.
We will keep you updated on the movements on the 30th (Japan time) regarding the situation in Ukraine, such as the situation of the battle and the diplomacy of the countries concerned.
(There is a time difference of 6 hours between Japan and Ukraine and Moscow in Russia)
President Zelensky visits Kharkiv Oblast for the first time after a military invasion
Ukrainian President Zelensky visited Kharkiv Oblast in the east on the 29th.
According to media sources, it is the first time President Zelensky has visited eastern Ukraine since the Russian military invasion began.
In the second city of Kharkiv, President Zelensky visited a heavily destroyed apartment complex and was briefed by Governor Sinegubov of Zmiiv Oblast about the damage.
According to the announcement by the Office of the President of Ukraine, the Ukrainian side has regained 5% of Kharkiv Oblast from the Russian army, but the Russian army still occupies 31%.
President Zelensky met with soldiers fighting on the front lines and encouraged them by saying, "I am grateful for giving my life for the country and fighting for the independence of Ukraine."