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 28th (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)
Missile attack on Ukrainian commercial facility “more than 1000 people inside”
In Kremenchuk, Poltava Oblast, central Ukraine, a shopping center was attacked by Russian missiles, killing at least 10 people and injuring 40, according to Governor Dmitro Lunin.
In a video released on SNS by President Zelensky on the 27th, a building that seems to be a shopping center burned violently and a large amount of smoke was rising.
President Zelensky accused the Russian army of the attack, posting that "there were more than 1000 civilians in the building when it was attacked."
Large-scale cyber attack on Lithuania
The Lithuanian Ministry of Defense announced on the 27th that government agencies and private companies have been subjected to a large-scale cyber attack.
It seems that the aim was to put a heavy load on websites and servers by continuously sending a large amount of data all at once, using a method called "DDoS attack", and to force it to stop functioning.
According to the Lithuanian Department of Defense, although some parts of the country's data system have been damaged, they are working with related organizations to restore them.
"Cyber attacks are likely to last for several days, targeting communications, energy, and financial institutions," a Defense Ministry official warned.
Prior to this, on the 25th, Russian hacker group "KILLNET" posted a video that can be taken as a death threat on SNS, "If you do not lift the blockade of Curing Land within 48 hours, more than 500 companies in Lithuania are ridiculous. You will fall into the situation. "
The Russian government has stepped up its opposition to neighboring Lithuania's restrictions on rail freight transport between mainland Russia and the outlying Kaliningrad.
Ushakov, aide to Cheong Wa Dae, said on the 27th, "We have repeatedly said that we are ready to counter such unfriendly ways. We would like to keep an eye on future developments." Did.
US Presidential Assistant “Final adjustment to the provision of advanced air defense systems”
National Security Adviser Sullivan, who is in charge of security policy at the White House in the United States, said on the 27th at Elmau in southern Germany, where the G7 summit is being held, "to provide an advanced air defense system for future military support to Ukraine. We are making final adjustments. "
At the request of President Zelensky, the policy is to provide a surface-to-air missile system.
In Ukraine, a series of missile attacks by Russian troops hit the capital Kieu on the 26th of this month, killing at least one person and injuring six.
Attend President Zelensky's G7 meeting online
President Zelensky, who attended the G7 Summit-Seven Major Summits online on the 27th, thanked the leaders of each country for their support, according to a statement by the Ukrainian government.
On the other hand, he explained that Russia is intensifying its missile attacks and called for a modern missile defense system.
President Zelensky also emphasized the need to increase pressure on Russia, including by forcing a cap on the trading price of Russian oil.
In this regard, the President pointed out that establishing an international mechanism for countries to confiscate frozen assets related to Russia would be a great deterrent to discourage military invasion of other countries by countries other than Russia in the future. about it.
In addition, President Zelensky called for assistance in resuming exports of Ukrainian grains, and also called for the active support of each country in the reconstruction of Ukraine.
Visit to President Kyiv of Moldova
As Russian troops step up their offensive to take full control of the two eastern states of Ukraine, President Sandu of neighboring Moldova revealed that he has visited the capital, Kieu, on the 27th.
President Sandu said that he visited Borojanka, which was severely damaged by a violent attack, Bucha, which was once occupied by Russian troops and found the bodies of many inhabitants, and Irpin. I lost my words. It's an unimaginable tragedy, "and posted a photo on his Twitter to look around the destroyed buildings and towns.
Moldova is becoming more cautious about Russia, such as having a region along Doniestor under the strong influence of Russia. The position of "candidate country for membership" was recognized.