Russia violates ceasefire in Mariupol
Moscow: Russia launches nuclear weapons training in Ukraine as Russia continues its offensive. Russia is training to launch a nuclear warhead missile in the western city of Kaliningrad. The ‘electronic launch’ of the nuclear-capable Iskander mobile ballistic missile system took place in the Baltic Sea between Poland and Lithuania. It is reported that about 100 Sainis took part in it. Russia has said no NATO member states, including the United States, have provided arms to Ukraine. The military began its nuclear training after Russia warned it would end the operation or even use nuclear weapons. Ukraine, meanwhile, has accused Russia of violating the temporary ceasefire announced by Mariupol. Ukraine has confirmed that Russian troops have entered the Sowstall steel factory in Mariupol, home to hundreds of civilians and Ukrainian soldiers. Russia declared a ceasefire to evacuate people who had sought refuge in the factory complex for fear of Russian aggression, but Russia violated the rocket attack.
Russia’s unexpected move comes as UN-led evacuation efforts continue, but Russia says the rocket attack was prompted by provocations from Ukrainian forces inside the factory. Ukrainian President Volodymyr Selensky also called for a long-term ceasefire to ensure the safe evacuation of those trapped in Mariupol.
At the same time, Russian President Vladimir Putin’s response that Russia has only carried out special military operations in Ukraine since February 24 is viewed with concern. Russia’s victory over Germany in World War II There are reports that Russia may make some ‘decisive’ declarations on May 9. At the same time, the killing of 12 top Russian military officials in Ukraine so far is seen as a major setback for Russia’s military advance.