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 27th (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 Zelenskiy dismisses Danilov as Secretary of the National Security and Defense Council
On the 26th, President Zelenskiy of Ukraine announced an executive order dismissing Danilov, secretary of the National Security and Defense Council, which is responsible for national security policy in the Ukrainian government.
The National Security and Defense Council is an organization under the president that coordinates and formulates security and defense policies. Mr. Danilov was appointed secretary by President Zelenskiy five years ago and is responsible for responding to Russia's military invasion. came.
His successor was appointed Director of the Foreign Intelligence Service of Ukraine Litvinenko.
President Zelenskiy did not give a reason for the change.
On the 26th, President Zelenskiy released a video on social media in which he announced the dismissal of Danilov, secretary of the National Security and Defense Council, and the appointment of Litvinenko, head of the Foreign Intelligence Service, as his successor.
In the meeting, he thanked Mr. Danilov and said, ``I hope that our strategic capabilities will be strengthened in order to anticipate and influence issues related to Ukraine's security. "We will continue to reform our systems in all directions," he said, indicating his intention to continue to reform the organization in order to respond to Russia's military invasion.
Following his dismissal, Danilov posted on social media: "I am grateful to fate for giving me the opportunity to serve my country and people in times of peace and war."
In February, General Zarzhniy, the popular general of Ukraine's military, was just removed from his post, and the focus will be on how this will affect Russia's response to the invasion.
Moscow terrorist attack: Russia strengthens claims of Ukrainian involvement
So far, 139 people have been confirmed dead in the terrorist attack that occurred at a concert hall on the outskirts of Russia's capital, Moscow, and four people have been charged with involvement in the attack.
Regarding the incident, Russian President Vladimir Putin has expressed the view that it was carried out by Islamic extremists, while also asserting that Ukrainian involvement is suspected.
Furthermore, Secretary of the Security Council Patrushev, a close aide to President Putin, stated on the 26th that ``there are many indications that Ukraine was involved,'' and Bortnikov, director of the FSB (Federal Security Service), also told reporters. , alleging that not only Ukraine but also the United States and Britain were involved.
It is also possible that the Putin administration is further strengthening these claims in order to justify its invasion of Ukraine.
Meanwhile, Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskiy completely denies his involvement and strongly opposes Russia's claims.
French Defense Minister asks local companies to expand production with military aid to Ukraine
French Defense Minister Le Cornu held a press conference on the 26th at the Ministry of Defense in Paris.
In this regard, Defense Minister Le Cornu expressed the idea that in order to continue providing support to Ukraine, there is a possibility that in the future, as necessary, requests will be made to companies in his country that manufacture weapons and ammunition to expand production. Ta.
He went on to say, ``This year, we plan to produce 100,000 155mm shells, 80,000 for the Ukrainian army and 20,000 for the French army.'' We emphasized that we are prioritizing production.
Defense Minister Le Cornu said, ``We have to deal with Europe's security challenges ourselves,'' and emphasized the significance of France taking the lead in providing assistance, given that there is no prospect of continuation of additional military assistance from the United States to Ukraine. I emphasized.