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 regarding the situation in Ukraine on the 12th (Japan time), such as 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.)
UK Ministry of Defense: 'The situation facing Russia is growing more serious'
Regarding the appointment of Chief of the General Staff Gerasimov, the head of the army's uniformed group, as the new commander-in-chief to lead Russia's military invasion of Ukraine, the British Ministry of Defense said in an analysis on the 11th, "The situation Russia is facing. It is a clear admission that the operation has fallen short of its strategic goals for Russia."
Putin strongly rebukes deputy prime minister at government meeting
On the 11th, President Putin of Russia strongly reprimanded Deputy Prime Minister Manturov, who also serves as Minister of Industry and Trade, at the first government meeting of the year, saying that the procurement of aircraft-related aircraft, including military aircraft, was delayed.
President Putin said to Deputy Prime Minister Manturov, who repeatedly said that the work was on schedule, that it took too much time, saying, "Some companies do not even receive orders for this year. What are you kidding about? ' he expressed his dissatisfaction.
Furthermore, when Deputy Prime Minister Manturov answered that it would be completed within three months, he said, "I don't think you understand the situation we are in. Please finish it within one month." , do it."
President Zelensky emphasizes preparations for border defense with Belarus
Ukrainian President Zelensky held a meeting on the 11th in the western province of Lviv on the security situation on the border with Belarus, which is adjacent to the north of Ukraine, and emphasized the idea of preparing for border defense.
Russia appoints Chief of General Staff Gerasimov as new commander-in-chief of military invasion
In eastern Ukraine, intense offensive and defensive actions are believed to continue, with Russian forces attempting to break through in nearby towns with the aim of gaining control of Ukrainian bases.
Under these circumstances, Russia's Defense Minister Shoigu appointed Chief of the General Staff Gerasimov as the new commander-in-chief of the military invasion, and the top of the military uniform group took command of the invasion himself.