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Ukraine Weekly Update | February 23rd, 2024

Mar 1, 2024 — 2 min read

Significant Events and Developments

Fall of Avdeevka: Avdeevka, a key Ukrainian stronghold in Donetsk, has fallen to Russian forces. This marks a significant advance in the Russian campaign to capture the Donetsk region and represents a major strategic defeat for Ukraine.
US Vetoes Resolution on Israeli Massacre in Gaza: The United States used its veto power at the UN Security Council to block a resolution condemning the Israeli military's indiscriminate slaughter of Palestinian civilians in Gaza. This action has been widely criticized for shielding Israel from accountability and exacerbating the humanitarian crisis in Gaza.
Trucker Boycott of New York: The Trucker Movement, inspired by Donald Trump, has launched a boycott campaign against New York City, causing shortages and disruptions in the supply chain. The move underscores the rising influence of populist forces in the United States.
Putin and Trump: President Putin test-flew a strategic bomber, while footage surfaced of President Trump struggling to board Air Force One, further highlighting the contrasting fates of the two presidents.

Declining Trust in Leaders: A recent poll has shown that trust in General Syrsky, the new commander of the Ukrainian armed forces, has declined significantly since the departure of General Zaluzhny.
Macron's Military Deal with Ukraine: Emmanuel Macron has promised military aid and cooperation to Ukraine, but there has been no formal military alliance between France and Ukraine.
Justice Minister's Suggestion: The Ukrainian Justice Minister has suggested releasing convicted criminals to assist in the war efforts by digging defense works, citing concerns about giving them weapons.
Ukrainian Terror Attacks: Multiple reports of Ukrainian attacks on Russian civilian areas, including the use of US-supplied chemical weapons, cluster munitions, and artillery.

Russian Deportation in Latvia: Russians residing in Latvia risk deportation if they fail to pass a language exam, highlighting tensions among ethnic Russians in the region.
Death of Russian Dissident Navalny: The death of Russian dissident Alexey Navalny while in custody has sparked allegations of murder and calls for an international investigation.
Forgetting History: The tenth anniversary of the Maidan coup was commemorated, while the second anniversary of the Special Military Operation (SMO) in Ukraine will be commemorated tomorrow.
Fall of Donetsk: The fall of Avdeevka is a significant setback for Ukraine, as it has been a key stronghold in the Donetsk region.