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Founder, The Counteroffensive. Based in Kyiv, trying to tell the news of the war through compelling, human interest stories. Read us at https://www.counteroffensive.news/

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timkmak, to random
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Here's what we are reading today:

#Ukraine has flown a long-range drone 140 km farther than ever before, hitting a radar station in Orsk, #Russia - 1,800 km from the Ukr border.

Ukr is accommodating for the fact that they cannot use U.S. provided #longrange weapons to hit Russia.

https://www.pravda.com.ua/eng/news/2024/05/27/7457788/

timkmak, to random
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Good morning to readers, Kyiv remains in Ukrainian hands.

Today’s issue – in honor of AAPI heritage month – revolves around what it’s like to be an Asian journalist in Ukraine.

... in a weird way, I found it liberating.

timkmak, to philosophy
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Here's what we're reading today:

The accuracy of some weapons has decreased due to Russian electronic warfare, The Washington Post reports.

This refers to satellite-guided weapons. In particular, Excalibur missiles and HIMARS systems. has stopped using them.

https://www.washingtonpost.com/world/2024/05/24/russia-jamming-us-weapons-ukraine/?fbclid=IwZXh0bgNhZW0CMTAAAR0G0RYpramwoq3XJdAQP0b_5rkjHt3JG2C1QkvtMwqozwUqZKfwensxP-4_aem_AQmf070QDxSO9J9giNbNdU6rZVXBOLjJICCAr3_sWNQ4HsyQU8gt4xY7OCZdTFLWck1B24joJDuN6phe-_PnMb3p

timkmak, to Russia
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Here's what we are reading today:

#Putin is open to negotiate a #ceasefire that would freeze the conflict along the current battlefield lines, sources told Reuters.

But some Western analysts believe that Russia’s DefMin appointment shows #Russia readying the economy for a longer war.

https://www.reuters.com/world/europe/putin-wants-ukraine-ceasefire-current-frontlines-sources-say-2024-05-24/

timkmak, to ukrainian
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Good morning to readers, #Kyiv remains in #Ukrainian hands.

Recent #Russian territorial gains have been made by upgrading #Soviet 'dumb' bombs into precision weapons.

In April they launched 3,200.

With @RyanMcBeth, we do a deep dive into Russia's latest deadly tool: glide bombs.

timkmak, to random
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Here’s what we are reading today:

60 miles from #ukraine #Russian forces have begun tactical nuclear weapon drills.

The drills involved training exercises where troops loaded launch vehicles, travelled to launch sites and put hypersonic Kinzhal missiles on planes.

60 miles from Ukraine, Russian forces have begun tactical #nuclear weapon drills.

https://www.theguardian.com/world/article/2024/may/21/russia-begins-tactical-nuclear-weapon-drills-near-ukraine-border

timkmak, to poland
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Here's what we're reading today:

's security services have arrested nine people suspected of engaging in subversive activities in favor of , PM Tusk tells TVN24.

The arrested sabotage suspects are accused of beatings, arson and attempts to arrange arson.

https://tvn24.pl/polska/donald-tusk-o-spocie-po-bede-sie-bil-twardo-nie-odstawie-nogi-st7925681

timkmak, to Russia
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NEWSFLASH:

One of interim Iranian President Mohammad first phone calls since ascending to the position was with the

In October 2022, Mokhaber went to to sell and to , reported Reuters.

timkmak, to random
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Good morning to readers, Kyiv remains in Ukrainian hands.

Ukrainian clothes are undergoing a modern resurgence.

In the face of Russian aggression, designers like Anastasia preserve Ukrainian heritage through items like embroidered blazers, and traditional bags called taystras.

timkmak, to Ukraine
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Here's what The Counteroffensive is reading today:

has asked the U.S. for help identifying targets to strike inside Russian borders.

The West has been cautious about Ukraine striking anything more than oil refineries inside for fear of sparking a wider conflict.

https://www.wsj.com/world/ukraine-asks-for-u-s-help-in-striking-targets-inside-russia-c1aeac22?st=qbbl8x4emy948fl&reflink=article_copyURL_share

timkmak, to random
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NEWSFLASH: KYIV IN THE DARK

Earlier this week, a box I haven’t seen in over a year appeared in our office elevator.

The brown box is marked for emergencies, and includes water, cookies and diapers — in case you are trapped inside the elevator when the power goes out.

timkmak, to Russia
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Here's what we are reading today:

By mid-week was 20 miles from city. If they are within 15 miles they can hit the city with 152 mm which could cause immense damage and people to flee the city.

https://www.theguardian.com/world/article/2024/may/16/ukraines-defences-thin-on-ground-as-russia-advances-on-kharkiv

timkmak, to random
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Blackout in Kyiv. Second one in my area today.

Russian attacks on energy infrastructure have stretched the city to the breaking point.

Here’s one of the office mascots, This is Fine Dog, under a red headlamp I’m wearing

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Here's what we're reading today:

In , region, where active hostilities are taking place, the first executions of civilians by troops have been reported, police said. A man who tried to flee on foot was killed. Civilians are also being captured.

Evacuations had been taking place, but now the Russian military, trying to gain a foothold in the city, is not allowing locals to evacuate.

https://www.dw.com/uk/klimenko-vijska-rf-berut-v-polon-ta-rozstriluut-civilnih-u-vovcansku/a-69095571

timkmak, to Russia
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Here's what we are reading today:

#Russia are succeeding in their assault on #Kharkiv due to: delayed #US aid, poor fortifications and #Russia battlefield tactics and #russia is benefitting from the US preventing #Ukraine from using #US weaponry on Russia territory, Max Boot writes for the Washington Post.

https://www.washingtonpost.com/opinions/2024/05/13/russia-kharkiv-ukraine-us-blunders/

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Here's what we're reading today:

Russian attacks in region are pushing Ukrainian forces to the brink, Ukr intelligence head said in a video call from a bunker in Kharkiv, writes the NYT.

“We don’t have anyone else in the reserves,” he said.

https://www.nytimes.com/article/russia-ukraine-kharkiv.html?searchResultPosition=1

timkmak, to Russia
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In , clashes erupt between opponents of the "foreign agents" law and the police. Thousands protest against the law, fearing it could stifle dissent, while security forces withdraw from the main square after a standoff. Critics dub it the " law," with the final vote scheduled for Tuesday.

https://www.bbc.com/news/world-europe-69001339

timkmak, to random
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Here's what we're reading today:

In , Russian forces persist in their offensive despite heavy shelling. The defense forces are pushing them back, according to AFU General Staff spokesman Lykhoviy.

https://www.pravda.com.ua/eng/news/2024/05/13/7455502/

timkmak, to random
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Good morning to readers; Kyiv remains in Ukrainian hands.

With Rus-Ukr relations destroyed, there's one last group that negotiates with the enemy:

The Coordinating Headquarters, which relatives of POWs also call to get info on their loved ones...

Today, we take you inside.

timkmak, to random
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Here's what we are reading today:

Over 1,700 residents were evacuated from the region, after Russia's offensive. Yesterday advanced 1 km into Vovchansk.

This comes as part of a recent push by Russia to gain ground before aid arrives in

https://kyivindependent.com/over-1-700-civilians-evacuated-from-kharkiv-oblast/

timkmak, to random
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NEWSFLASH:

“Now a fierce battle is underway,” said today, promising that troops would surge to reinforce the area in northeast

Ukrainian forces had pushed troops out of the vast majority of the region in 2022.

timkmak, to random
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Here's what we are reading today:

At 5 a.m. forces tried to break through defensive line in region using armored vehicles, the first attempt to invade this area in 2 years.

troops surged into the area, halting attempted advance, said.

https://www.theguardian.com/world/live/2024/may/10/russia-ukraine-war-live-vladimir-putin-mikhail-mishustin-volodymyr-zelenskiy-bodyguard?filterKeyEvents=false&page=with:block-663df7a78f08bf405f36c94e#block-663df7a78f08bf405f36c94e

timkmak, to Ukraine
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ANALYSTS: OIL FACILITY ATTACKS WORKING:

Ukrainian drone attacks on Russia's refining industry, which began in January, are one of the best strategic moves by Ukrainian forces in this war, argue three scholars — Michael Liebrich, Lauri Mullivirta, and Sam Winter-Levy - in Foreign Affairs.

https://www.foreignaffairs.com/ukraine/why-ukraine-should-keep-striking-russian-oil-refineries

timkmak, to random
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They immediately talked about starting a family together. Serhii didn't think twice. He proposed two weeks later. Two months later they were married. A year later, they had a daughter, Lizzie.

Until the war broke out.

timkmak, to random
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Good morning to readers, Kyiv remains in Ukrainian hands.

Earlier this year, Serhii lost his wife and 4-month-old son in a drone attack on Odesa.

Through his eyes, we explore how men in Ukraine are grieving death, and how Soviet-era habits affect their processing of trauma.

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