The Russian army continues to put pressure on the Ukrainian army, with a shortage of ammunition and fresh troops driving Selenskyj’s forces further into a defensive position. WELT War reporter Paul Ronzheimer believes that the ammunition problem will not be solved anytime soon. Russia has been making numerous advances on the frontlines in Eastern Ukraine, with 21 attempted Russian incursions reported on Tuesday alone. President Selenskyj made waves in Kyiv by replacing the head of the National Security Council, Olexij Danilow, with the former head of foreign intelligence, Olexander Lytwynenko.
Meanwhile, the situation in Ukraine has become comparatively calm, with only the eastern city of Kharkiv under air-raid alert due to constant missile threats from nearby Russian territory. Despite this, news of Ukrainian combat drones being intercepted by Belgorod has surfaced. The conflict between Ukraine and Russia has been ongoing for over two years, with Ukrainian forces struggling due to a lack of ammunition and air support. Russian troops, with greater numbers and aerial support, have been making advances, including attempts to capture Ukrainian positions near Nowomychajliwka in Donetsk.
The dismissal of Security Council Secretary Danilow by President Selenskyj was mentioned in a televised address, with no specific reasons provided. Danilow is set to take on a new role within the government. Danilow had publicly insulted Chinese mediator Li Hui, who had recently visited Kiev and Moscow to explore peace options between the warring parties. The Security Council in Ukraine, consisting of government officials, intelligence chiefs, and other key figures, discusses national security matters under the president’s leadership, with the secretary handling organizational tasks.
The new head of Foreign Intelligence, Oleh Iwaschtschenko, was appointed following the leadership change in the Security Council. Over the course of the conflict, Selenskyj has made changes to various security positions, with new appointments in the Defense Ministry, the Intelligence Service, and now the Security Council. The ongoing conflict poses challenges for Ukraine as Russia continues to press forward with military offensives, and Selenskyj’s administration faces the task of maintaining national security and counteracting Russian aggression. The situation remains tense, with both countries engaged in ongoing military engagements and diplomatic efforts to find a resolution.
