Emperor Naruhito is about to pay an official visit to Indonesia, Ukraine warns of a new nuclear disaster, Germany and India reach an agreement to build submarines, Turkey increases fees for passing the Black Sea... are some of the most prominent international events. turned on in the last 24 hours.
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| Water overflowed the broken Nova Kakhovka dam body. (Source: Maxer/Reuters). |
Russia-Ukraine
* Russia announced the destruction of 8 Leopard tanks: The Russian Defense Ministry said that the Russian army destroyed 28 tanks, including 8 Leopards and the French AMX-3RC three-wheeled tank, when repelling a new attack of the Armed Forces. Ukraine (VSU) south of Donetsk. In this attack, more than 10 Ukrainian soldiers were killed.
According to the ministry, on the same day, Ukrainian forces continued to attack, but were stopped without achieving their planned objectives. VSU units that participated in the attack "have suffered considerable damage". In addition to 28 tanks, 109 armored fighting vehicles were also destroyed.
A day earlier, the Russian Defense Ministry said that on the morning of June 4, Ukrainian units launched a large-scale attack on five areas of the front in the South Donetsk direction.
However, commenting on the Telegram channel about the announcement of the Russian Ministry of Defense, the founder of the private security company Wagner Evgeny Prigozhin said that the reported loss figures are exaggerated, not true to reality. economy. (VNA)
* Ukraine and Russia continue to accuse each other of the Kakhovka dam destruction: The destruction of the Nova Kakhovka dam in the Russian-controlled area of southern Ukraine is an attempt by Moscow to "increase the danger" in the military operation, Chief of the Office of the President of Ukraine Volodymyr Zelensky said on June 6. and raised concerns about the risk of a nuclear disaster.
Meanwhile, the Russian-appointed Governor of Kherson region in Ukraine Vladimir Saldo said that Kiev attacked the Nova Kakhovka dam to distract attention from what he said was the failure of a counter-offensive in eastern Ukraine.
The firm TASS Earlier, citing an Emergencies Agency source, Ukraine hit the area with a Storm Shadow missile supplied by Britain. (AFP)
* NATO condemns the destruction of the dam Kakhovka in Southern Ukraine: The destruction of the Nova Kakhovka dam in southern Ukraine shows the brutality of the Russia-Ukraine conflict, Secretary-General of the North Atlantic Treaty Organization (NATO) Jens Stoltenberg said on June 6.
So far, Moscow has always denied targeting civilians during its operation in Ukraine. (Reuters).
* China, France agree to promote political solution to the conflict in Ukraine
On June 5, Chairman of the Office of the Central Committee for Foreign Affairs of the Communist Party of China Wang Yi and French President's Foreign Affairs Advisor Emmanuel Bonne said by phone that they would continue to try to reach a political solution. treatment of the Ukraine conflict.
According to a statement by China's foreign ministry, the two countries' top diplomats exchanged views on the conflict in Ukraine and agreed to "create conditions for promoting a political settlement".
The phone call came just days after China's special envoy for Eurasian affairs, Li Hui, wrapped up a trip to Europe aimed at promoting peace talks. Speaking at a press conference on June 2, Li said that Beijing is considering another mission while acknowledging the difficulties in peace negotiations. (SCMP)
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Asia
* Myanmar asked Thailand to cut off electricity in 2 border towns, where Chinese businessmen do business: Thailand's Provincial Electricity Authority (PEA) has cut off power supplies across the Moei River to two border towns in Myanmar where business groups are located, official Thai sources said on June 6. China is making huge illegal investments.
Speaking at the Government House on June 6, Thai Interior Minister Anupong Paojinda said that the PEA had cut power to two border towns at the request of the Myanmar Government, after the power supply contract between Thailand and Thailand. Lan and Myanmar expired.
The two border towns mentioned above, Shwe Kokko and Ban Le Le Ko, are both in the Karen state of Myanmar. Chinese businessmen are said to have invested several billion dollars in casinos, entertainment complexes and residences at both Shwe Kokko and Le Le Ko. (VNA)
* South Korea announced that Chinese and Russian aircraft flew into the air defense identification zone: The South Korean military said that four Chinese and four Russian aircraft entered South Korea's air defense identification zone (ADIZ) without prior notice.
However, the Korean Joint Chiefs of Staff (JCS) also informed that these planes did not violate South Korea's airspace. The Korean Air Force launched fighter jets shortly after the Chinese and Russian planes entered South Korea's AIDZ.. (Yonhap)
* Emperor Naruhito is about to make an official visit to Indonesia: On June 5, speaking at the ASEAN-Japan Business Week 6 in Tokyo, Indonesian Industry Minister Agus Gumiwang Kartasasmita said that President Joko Widodo (Jokowi) will host Emperor Naruhito in the next few weeks.
Before that, the news agency Kyodo Reportedly, Emperor Naruhito's official visit to Indonesia will take place in the second half of June 6 in his first official visit since he ascended the throne in 2023.
At a recent meeting with Japanese Prime Minister Kishida Fumio on the sidelines of the G7 Summit in Hiroshima, President Jokowi expressed hope that negotiations to amend the Indonesia-Japan Economic Partnership Agreement (IJEPA) could could be completed next September.
In 2019, Indonesia-Japan completed a joint assessment of IJEPA. The two countries are working to address the protocol for amending this agreement as a continuation of the joint review. (Tribunews)
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central Asia
* Kyrgyzstan arrests more than 30 coup plotters: On June 5, the country's security services arrested more than 6 people suspected of preparing a coup d'etat, the Kyrgyz National Security Council said.
"Those who planned to organize major riots and sabotage events to seize power by violence have been arrested," a council spokesman said.
He said the mastermind group consisted of more than 100 people, more than 30 of whom were detained and confessed to the crime. (Sputnik News)
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* EU sanctions 9 Russian officials for jailing opposition figures: The European Union (EU) on June 5 imposed sanctions on nine Russian officials involved in the imprisonment of critic Vladimir Kara-Murza.
Among those sanctioned were the deputy justice minister, several judges and other members of the Russian judiciary, as well as a senior prison official "responsible for the bad treatment that caused Kara-Murza's health deteriorated significantly." These people have their assets frozen and are prohibited from traveling to or transiting EU countries. (VNA)
* Germany, India are about to reach an agreement to build submarines: On June 6, Indian media reported that German and Indian companies were approaching an agreement to build submarines in India while German Defense Minister Boris Pistorius was visiting New Delhi.
The maritime arm of Germany's Thyssenkrupp AG and India's Mazagon Dock Shipbuilding Co., Ltd is likely to jointly bid for an estimated $5,2 billion project to close, sources familiar with the matter said. 6 submarines for the Indian Navy.
Also on June 6, Indian Defense Minister Rajnath Singh and his German counterpart Boris Pistorius met in New Delhi. (VNA)
* Lithuanian parliament rejects early election plan: On June 6, the Lithuanian Parliament rejected a proposal by the ruling Union Fatherland Party to hold an early election.
Prime Minister Ingrida Simonyte has said her government will submit its resignation if Parliament does not agree to hold a general election.. (Reuters)
* Russia: EU is harming itself when imposing sanctions on Moscow: Speaking at a discussion session to review the EU's trade policy at the headquarters of the World Trade Organization (WTO) on June 5, the Russian delegation to the WTO stated that the EU is harming itself by imposing sanctions against Moscow.
Among the direct consequences of sanctions against Moscow, the Russian delegation mentioned "disruptions in world trade caused by EU actions, including sharp increases in commodity prices, inflation increasing and instability is increasing“. (TASS)
* Russia establishes new air force to deal with NATO: The Izvestia newspaper on June 6, citing a source from the Russian Defense Ministry, said that a new corps of air and air defense forces will be deployed in the west.
The air force component will include fighter and bomber regiments, as well as units of the air defense and radio engineering forces. The new air force structure will include several fighter regiments, a bomber regiment and an army aviation brigade. (Izvestia/Sputnik)
* Türkiye increases the fee for the passage through the Black Sea: The Turkish Ministry of Transport announced on June 5 that, from July 6, Turkey will increase the fee for passing the Black Sea straits without calling by 1%, from 7. USD to 8,3 USD/ton net tonnage of merchant ships.
The previous increase in travel costs took place on October 7, 10, when the fee increased by a record 2022 times (from $ 5 / ton since 0,8 to $ 1936 / ton). It is expected that by 3,28, the new fees will allow Türkiye to earn about $ 2023 million. (VNA)
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Americas
* Cuban Prime Minister's official visit to the Russian Federation: On June 6, Cuban Prime Minister Manuel Marrero Cruz began an official visit to Russia.
On Twitter, Mr. Cruz said: "We came to Russia within the framework of an official visit to expand and strengthen the bilateral cooperation between the two countries, which has been maintained continuously since 1960." The Cuban Prime Minister also posted a photo of the Kremlin with the caption: "Official visit to the Russian Federation from June 6-17."
Cuban Ambassador to Russia Julio Antonio Garmendia Pena earlier said that the head of the Cuban government will attend the Council of Heads of Government of the Eurasian Economic Union (EAEU) in Sochi on September 7. 9 and the St. Petersburg. (Sputnik News)
* US efforts to manage relations with China: On June 6, US Assistant Secretary of State for East Asia-Pacific Affairs Daniel Kritenbrink said that the US is "working hard" to manage its relationship with China.
"We are working hard to manage the relationship with China as best as we can," Kritenbrink told reporters during an official visit to Beijing. (Reuters)
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Middle East-Africa
* Iran unveils first hypersonic missile: Official news agency IRNA Iran announced on June 6 its first hypersonic ballistic missile, the Fattah, a move that could raise Western concerns about Tehran's missile capabilities.
IRNA also posted pictures of the event, with the participation of Iranian President Ebrahim Rahisi and senior generals from Iran's Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps (IRGC).
Fattah hypersonic missiles can fly at least five times the speed of sound and over a complex trajectory, making them difficult to intercept.. (AFP)
* The presidents of Egypt and Israel talked by phone about the shooting at the border: On June 6, Egyptian President Abdelfattah al-Sisi and Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu spoke by phone to discuss a rare shooting at the border between the two countries on June 6, which left three Israeli soldiers and one Egyptian security officer killed
A statement from Prime Minister Netanyahu's office said: "Egypt President Sisi expressed his deep condolences over the incident on the Egyptian border. Prime Minister Netanyahu thanked the President of Egypt and pledged to conduct a joint and comprehensive investigation into the incident.
The two leaders emphasized the importance of coordinating the investigation of the incident, and pledged to continue to strengthen cooperation for peace and security, the statement said.. (Reuters)
* Israel participates in exercise "African Lion" for the first time: On June 5, the Israel Defense Forces (IDF) said it had sent its forces to participate in the US-led "African Lion" exercise, which was held in Morocco and neighboring African countries. This is an annual joint exercise between the US and Morocco. This event took place from May 6 to June 13, with the participation of about 5 servicemen from 18 countries.
Twelve soldiers from the reconnaissance unit of the Golani Brigade will participate in the final two weeks of the exercise. This is the first time the IDF has sent forces to participate in this exercise. (VNA)
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Oceania
* Australia supplies Hawkei armored vehicles to Ukraine: Sheet Sydney Morning Herald On June 6, citing sources familiar with the matter, Australia plans to provide Ukraine with Hawkei light protection vehicles in a new military aid package.
According to the source, the formal agreement between Canberra and Kiev has not yet been signed, but the parties have reached an agreement. Supply is expected to be announced ahead of Australian Prime Minister Anthony Albanese's trip to the NATO Summit in Lithuania in July.
Earlier on the same day, Australian Financial Review reported, Canberra considered supplying 41 expired F/A 18-Hornet fighters to Kiev instead of putting them into liquidation. (The Sydney Morning Herald)
