Russia's military invasion of Ukraine continues.
Russian and Ukrainian forces continue to fight in various parts of Ukraine, and many civilians have fled the country. We will keep you updated on the developments surrounding the situation in Ukraine on the 4th (Japan time), including the situation of the battle and the diplomacy of the countries involved.
(There is a 7 hour time difference between Japan and Ukraine, and a 6 hour time difference with Moscow, Russia)
President Zelensky commends members of the Intelligence Directorate of the Ministry of Defense
The Ukrainian President's Office revealed that members of the Ministry of Defense's Intelligence Directorate were commended by President Zelenskiy for their efforts in sinking a Russian military missile boat in the Russian-controlled southern Crimea. There seems to be an aim to lead to improvements.
Ukrainian Army “Commander Sirsky inspects the eastern Kharkiv oblast front line”
The Ukrainian Army announced that General Sirsky inspected the front line in the Kupyansk area of eastern Kharkiv Oblast, stating that ``heavy fighting is taking place across the entire front line.'' They say they have realigned their forces.
Wives of Russian soldiers mobilized to invade Ukraine appeal for early return
On the 3rd, wives of Russian soldiers sent to war gathered in front of the Kremlin in central Moscow to mark 500 days since the mobilization of reserve forces began in late September.
Dozens of participants gathered to lay flowers at the Tomb of the Unknown Soldier, a memorial site for those killed in World War II, and appealed for an early return.
According to Russian human rights organizations, more than 20 people, including reporters from domestic and foreign media who were covering the scene, were temporarily detained by security authorities. They appear to be nervous about the spread of public opinion opposing the invasion.