Russia's military aggression against Ukraine continues.



Fighting between Russian and Ukrainian forces continues across Ukraine, forcing thousands of civilians to flee the country.

We will keep you updated on the developments in Ukraine on August 2nd (Japan time), including the battle situation and the diplomacy of the countries concerned.



(There is a time difference of 6 hours between Japan and Ukraine and Moscow, Russia)

Putin: Never fight a nuclear war without a winner

On the 1st, the Russian president's office released President Putin's message in conjunction with the NPT review conference.



In it, Putin said, “Russia is a party to the Nuclear Non-Proliferation Treaty and has consistently adhered to the letter and spirit of the treaty. We have fully fulfilled our obligations under the agreement.”



“We believe that nuclear war cannot be won and should never be fought,” he said.



"The Review Conference will be a place for all parties to the NPT to strictly abide by their commitments and to confirm their willingness to contribute to strengthening the nuclear non-proliferation regime and ensuring global peace, security and stability." I am looking forward to it."



After the military invasion of Ukraine, President Putin not only ordered the deterrence to be raised to a special alert status in view of nuclear forces, but also launched a new type of ICBM (intercontinental ballistic missile) capable of carrying multiple nuclear warheads in April. , but the message did not mention such actions.

Ukraine's chief of staff: 'We need to solve the problem before winter comes'

Yermak, head of the Ukrainian presidential office, gave an exclusive interview to NHK on July 31.



In it, Yermak commented on the Ukrainian military's intensifying counterattack in the south, saying, "Although I cannot reveal the details of the military operation, we will never compromise on the independence and sovereignty of the country. The goal is to restore 100% sexuality."



"If the war continues into winter, military operations and territorial recapture will become more difficult," Yermak said. He expressed his intention to end the fighting with the aim of recapturing eastern and southern territories before the arrival of a severe winter that could hinder Ukrainian military activities.



Yermak, meanwhile, said he was "enlightened" about the resumption of grain exports from southern Ukraine.



However, he said, "Russia uses not only food but also energy and other means as weapons. Countries should take responsible actions against this movement." He stressed that Russia's stance will not change, and that Western countries should increase pressure, such as strengthening sanctions.