Russia's military aggression against Ukraine continues.
We will keep you updated on developments regarding the situation in Ukraine on the 7th (Japan time), including the situation of the fighting and the diplomacy of the countries concerned.
(There is a 7-hour time difference between Japan and Ukraine, and a 6-hour time difference with Moscow, Russia.)
Russian attack damages Kyiv University building, lectures moved online
According to Kyiv National University, there was a missile attack by the Russian military on the afternoon of December 31st.
A hole about 5 meters wide and tens of centimeters deep was found in the university campus, and a nearby fence had been knocked down.
In addition, most of the glass windows of the surrounding buildings were broken, and 21 buildings including school buildings and student dormitories were damaged.
At that time, there were several staff members and about 50 students in the dormitory at the university.
It will take about half a year to restore the facility, so the university will respond by switching lectures online.
“Russia Temporary Ceasefire” 36-Hour Sustainability Unclear
Russian President Putin ordered a ceasefire for 36 hours until 6:00 am Japan time on the 7th, which coincides with the Russian Orthodox Christmas, and the Russian army entered a ceasefire.
However, Deputy Chief of Staff of the Ukrainian President Tymoshenko and others posted on social media that just before the ceasefire period, hospitals and houses in eastern Donetsk Oblast were shelled by Russian forces, resulting in many injuries. An air defense alert was issued for all of Ukraine, including Kyiv.
On the other hand, the Russian Ministry of Defense claims that Ukrainians attacked Donetsk and other areas during the ceasefire period.
The pro-Russian leader has warned that any attempt by Ukraine to violate the ceasefire will be dealt with immediately, and it is unclear whether the unilateral ceasefire will be maintained.
U.S. think tank ``The aim is to secure time for soldiers to rest before the attack resumes''
The US think tank "War Research Institute" analyzes that Russia's sudden announcement of a temporary ceasefire is intended to secure time for soldiers to rest before resuming attacks on the front lines.
In addition, it shows the view that it is an information operation on the Russian side, saying, ``It seems that the Ukrainian army, which continues to fight during the ceasefire period, has no intention of making efforts toward peace.''