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LIVE Updated May. 17, 17:38

Ukraine Breaking News Today Live on 05-17-2024

Stay on top of Russia-Ukraine war 05-17-2024 developments on the ground with KyivPost fact-based news, exclusive video footage, photos and updated war maps.

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Ukraine Breaking News Today Live on 05-17-2024
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By Kyiv Post
May. 17, 01:00

Russia Launches New Kharkiv Offensive to Establish ‘Security Zone,’ Says Putin

Russia Launches New Kharkiv Offensive to Establish ‘Security Zone,’ Says Putin
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By Kyiv Post
May. 17, 17:38
Russian leader Vladimir Putin said Ukraine is to blame for the renewed Russian offensive in the Kharkiv region since Moscow’s goal was to stop cross-border shelling.
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G7 to Back EU Line on Frozen Russian Assets, Italy Says

G7 to Back EU Line on Frozen Russian Assets, Italy Says
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By Euractiv
May. 17, 17:27
A plan to use windfall revenue earned from Russia's frozen assets in Europe, about $300 billion, to help Ukraine's war effort will be backed by the G7.
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N. Korea Fires Ballistic Missiles After Denying Russia Arms Transfers

N. Korea Fires Ballistic Missiles After Denying Russia Arms Transfers
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By AFP
May. 17, 17:25
Seoul and Washington have accused North Korea of sending arms to Russia. Experts suggest that the recent spate of testing may involve weapons intended for deployment on battlefields in Ukraine.
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Freed Russian Sex Offenders Abuse Children on Return From War

Freed Russian Sex Offenders Abuse Children on Return From War
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By Kyiv Post
May. 17, 17:09
A Russian investigative news site says there has been an epidemic of sexual abuse on children in Russia committed by what it ironically terms returning “heroes of the Northern Military District.”
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Russia Has Started to Destroy Vovchansk, Kharkiv Governor Warns

Russia Has Started to Destroy Vovchansk, Kharkiv Governor Warns
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By AFP
May. 17, 14:43
The governor of the Kharkiv region, Oleh Synehubov, said Russian forces were trying to surround the town, adding, "It is not just dangerous to be there, but impossible."
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Russia Extended Front Line by 70 Kilometers in Kharkiv Region, Syrsky Says

Russia Extended Front Line by 70 Kilometers in Kharkiv Region, Syrsky Says
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By Kateryna Zakharchenko
May. 17, 14:35
The Ukrainian Armed Forces Commander-in-Chief said Moscow has extended the front of active combat operations by almost 70 kilometers attempting to force Kyiv to use its reserves.
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Ukraine Spent Nearly $2.5 Billion for ‘eRecovery’ Program, But It’s Not Yet Enough

Ukraine Spent Nearly $2.5 Billion for ‘eRecovery’ Program, But It’s Not Yet Enough
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By Petro Zhyzhyian
May. 17, 13:29
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By Leo Chiu
May. 17, 13:29
While the amount might seem colossal at first glance, it is far from enough compared to the $486 billion needed to fully restore what’s been ravaged by Russia’s invasion.
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Most Russians Support Ending War, But Only If Putin Keeps Occupied Territories

Most Russians Support Ending War, But Only If Putin Keeps Occupied Territories
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By Kyiv Post
May. 17, 12:47
A poll conducted in April 2024 indicates more than 70 percent of Russians support ending the war in a few days, but the figure drops to 30 percent if the territories captured by Moscow are returned.
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Despite Western Pressure, China in No Hurry to Reduce Russia Support

Despite Western Pressure, China in No Hurry to Reduce Russia Support
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By AFP
May. 17, 12:28
On Thursday, Putin arrived in China on a two-day visit as Moscow is seeking more support from President Xi Jinping for the war effort in Ukraine following multiple rounds of Western sanctions.
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Ukraine: Russia Keeping 'Human Shields' in Border Town

Ukraine: Russia Keeping 'Human Shields' in Border Town
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By AFP
May. 17, 09:29
The head of police investigations in Ukraine's northeastern Kharkiv region reported that "35 to 40" people were being held captive and that Russia was interrogating them.
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Russian Orthodox Church Offers Military Training for Kids

Russian Orthodox Church Offers Military Training for Kids
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By Kyiv Post
May. 17, 09:11
Confession, communion and Kalashnikovs: it’s one-stop shopping right on the church grounds for Russian children training to rid the world of those pesky NATO-and-gay-infested Ukrainians.
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Russia Lacks 'Numbers' for Major Ukraine Breakthrough: NATO Commander

Russia Lacks 'Numbers' for Major Ukraine Breakthrough: NATO Commander
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By AFP
May. 17, 08:31
The NATO Supreme Allied Commander Europe told journalists that he had been in very close contact with his Ukrainian colleagues, expressing confidence that they "will hold the line."
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ISW Russian Offensive Campaign Assessment, May 16, 2024

ISW Russian Offensive Campaign Assessment, May 16, 2024
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By ISW
May. 17, 08:14
Latest from the Institute for the Study of War.
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‘It’s Going Quite Well,’ Putin Tells Xi – Ukraine at War Update for May 17

‘It’s Going Quite Well,’ Putin Tells Xi – Ukraine at War Update for May 17
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By John Moretti
May. 17, 04:24
Putin thanks Chinese autocrat for help in Ukrainian “crisis”; Moscow accuses Kyiv of civilian deaths in Donetsk and Belgorod; Zelensky says the country’s western gas infrastructure is now a target.
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