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 developments regarding the situation in Ukraine on the 13th (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)

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  • Ukrainian army deploys additional troops to eastern region

  • President Putin: ``Economic activity at the beginning of this year is at a high level''

table of contents

table of contents

  • Ukrainian army deploys additional troops to eastern region

  • President Putin: ``Economic activity at the beginning of this year is at a high level''

Ukrainian army deploys additional troops to eastern region

Russian forces are intensifying their attacks around Audiivka in eastern Ukraine's Donetsk Oblast, and the Ukrainian military commander said on the 10th, ``Our army is strengthening its defense lines, increasing its positions, and establishing new and effective "We will use our military strength," he posted on social media, announcing the addition of additional troops.



Regarding this, the American economic magazine Forbes said on the 11th that the military would be one of the military's elite units, and that it was the only unit that had been kept as a reserve in the eastern part of the country. I'm trying to take a risk.''



They also point out that when President Zelenskiy replaced the military commander this month, he may have signaled his willingness to fight for Audiiivka at great cost.



The focus is on whether the Ukrainian military will be able to continue its defense as Russia appears to be willing to sacrifice large numbers of troops.

President Putin: ``Economic activity at the beginning of this year is at a high level''

On the 12th, Russian President Putin stated at a meeting with economic ministers and others, ``According to the latest data, last year's GDP (gross domestic product) growth rate was 3.6%, which exceeded the world average pace.'' Ta.



He added, ``Economic activity at the beginning of this year is at a high level. The situation is progressing as expected by the government and experts.'' He emphasized that Japan is recording high growth rates in various fields.