Russia invaded Ukraine

The US government has sent to Ukraine a new shipment of 155 mm M777 towed howitzers. – US Department of Defense

The government of Portugal has approved the decision to provide Ukraine with a financial aid package of €250 million worth. These funds will be used to maintain and restore macroeconomic stability in Ukraine. – Denys Shmyhal, Prime Minister of Ukraine

US President Joe Biden has signed a law providing $40 billion in aid to Ukraine. – Press service of the White House

Since the beginning of Russia’s full-scale war against Ukraine, Russian aggressors have forcibly deported more than 1,3 million Ukrainian citizens, including 232 thousand children, to the Russian Federation. – Liudmyla Denisova, Ukrainian Parliament Commissioner for Human Rights

Total combat losses of Russian aggressors in Ukraine from 24 February to 21 May (approximation): 28850 troops; 1278 tanks; 3116 armored vehicles; 596 artillery systems; 201 MLRS; 93 anti-aircraft warfare systems; 204 aircraft; 169 helicopters; 2178 military auto vehicles and fuel tanks; 13 military boats; 462 tactical UAVs; 43 special military equipment; 104 cruise missiles. – General Staff of the Armed Forces of Ukraine

Since the beginning of Russia’s full-scale war against Ukraine, 232 Ukrainian children have died, 430 children have been injured. Most victims among children are from the Donetsk region. – Liudmyla Denisova, Ukrainian Parliament Commissioner for Human Rights

Since May 22, the Lithuanian government is refusing to use Russian gas, oil, and electricity. – Ministry of Energy of Lithuania

Due to Russian military aggression in Ukraine, the Serbian government has imposed sanctions against Belorussia. In particular, the sanctions list includes sectoral sanctions against the Belarusian financial and transport systems. – News channel N1