July 6, 2022

Russian Ministry of Defense:  Claim that Russian missiles ‘destroyed’ two U.S.-supplied Himar rocket launchers‘

Russian Defense Ministry

We continue to record the facts of criminal actions by Kiev’s regime against the civilians of Ukraine and Donbass republics, as well as the use of medical infrastructure facilities for military purposes:

🔹in Ugledar, Donetsk People’s Republic, Ukrainian nationalists have equipped firing positions and sniper points in municipal dental clinic (Molodezhnaya Street), and approaches to the facilities are mined, but the local population is deliberately not informed about this;

🔹in Kropivnytsky, Kirovograd Region, territorial defence headquarters and arms and ammunition storage facilities are located on the territory of the central district hospital (Parshutina Street);

🔹in Bakhmut, Donetsk People’s Republic, hospital No. 2 (Oborona Street) hosts wounded fighters of Ukrainian nationalist formations, with all civilian patients, regardless of their state of health, cynically kicked out of the medical facility;

🔹in Kostantinovka, Donetsk People’s Republic, Ukrainian nationalists have equipped firing positions on the territory of Hospital No. 2 (Inzhenernaya Street), heavy weaponry has been placed in the surrounding area, and residents of nearby houses are being held inside the premises.

▫️In addition, the Ukrainian Armed Forces have equipped the roof of the Odessa regional organization of the Ukrainian Red Cross Society (Kanatnaya Street) with portable anti-aircraft missile systems, including foreign-made ones, and placed armoured vehicles on the adjoining territory.

▫️Despite repeated statements by the Russian Federation’s Joint Coordination Headquarters for Humanitarian Response, to date, all such facts remain ignored by the World Health Organisation and the world community.

❗️Once again, we call on the United Nations, the World Health Organization, the International Committee of the Red Cross and other international organizations to influence official Kiev and take effective measures to prevent Ukrainian armed formations from using civilian infrastructure for military purposes.
💥High-precision air-based missiles have destroyed 2 US-made Himars multiple-launch rocket launchers and 2 ammunition depots near Malotaranovka in Donetsk People’s Republic. Russian Su-35 fighter has shot down 2 Mi-24 helicopters and 1 Su-25 aircraft of the Ukrainian air force in a single aerial battle near Nikolaevka and Snegirevka, Nikolaev Region. In addition, Russian air defence means have shot down 1 Mi-8 helicopter of the Ukrainian air force near Pervomaiskoye, Nikolaev Region.

⚠️Kiev regime continues criminal actions against civilians in Ukraine and the people’s republics of Donbass, as well as the use of medical infrastructure for military purposes.

⚠️Ukrainian Armed Forces have equipped the roof of the Odessa regional organization of the Ukrainian Red Cross Society with portable anti-aircraft missile systems, including foreign-made ones, and placed armoured vehicles on the adjoining territory.

📹 Footage of combat operation of Iskander tactical missile systems has been published.

📹 Russian Defence Ministry releases footage of damaged and abandoned AFU equipment in Lisichansk.

🚛 Four humanitarian actions have been carried out in Donetsk and Lugansk people’s republics and Kharkov region, during which 183.6 tonnes of basic necessities and food have been handed over to the population.

Share the Post:

Wilson Center

Forced displacement represents one of the most pressing humanitarian issues of our time. Individuals and families, torn from the fabric of their communities, find themselves navigating a world of uncertainty, often without basic necessities or a clear path to safety. There are currently some 110 million forced displaced, and this number is growing by 10 million each year!

At the heart of this crisis are the political triggers. Armed conflicts, ethnic or religious persecutions, and systemic human rights abuses force millions to flee their homes in terror. Many are displaced within their own national boundaries, while others seek asylum abroad. If these factors change as a result of political shifts at home or the pressures from abroad, they can return to their homes. Forced displacement is thus different from environmentally driven displacement, as victims of climate change may never be able to return to their homes.

The ramifications of any sort of displacement are profound, not just for those directly affected, but also for host communities and countries. Overburdened infrastructures, socio-economic strains, and cultural tensions can arise, necessitating comprehensive strategies to foster harmony and integration. Yet the root causes of forced displacement can be remedied with a concerted focus by local players and international diplomacy.

Organizations like Refugees International play a crucial role in this arena, advocating for the rights and needs of the displaced, conducting on-the-ground assessments, and influencing policymakers to take informed actions. Their relentless work underscores the gravity of the situation and the urgency ofinternational cooperation. But they, too, are overwhelmed by the rapid expansion of the crisis.

International Humanitarian Law (IHL), with its core principles centered on the protection of civilians during conflicts, plays a pivotal role in this discourse. Yet, despite clear legal frameworks, compliance remains
inconsistent. This initiative emphasizes the importance of upholding and reinforcing these international standards.

It’s not just about recognizing the problem; it’s about active engagement. We urge governments, organizations, and individuals to prioritize the rights and needs of the forced displaced. Through collective efforts, informed policies, and sustained advocacy, we can shift the narrative from passive acknowledgment to proactive intervention.