Day 1574 of War in Ukraine: Budanov Pledges to Build the Foundation of Europe's Future

Russia's full-scale military aggression against Ukraine continues, which began on 24 February 2022. According to Ukrainian intelligence chief Budanov, Ukraine is now actively laying the groundwork for its future European direction. Fighting is concentrated in eastern and southern Ukraine.

The war in Ukraine is now in its 1574th day after Russia launched a full-scale invasion of its neighbouring country on 24 February 2022, when Vladimir Putin ordered the assault. Following Ukrainian forces' repulsion of Russian attacks on Kyiv, the main areas of fighting have shifted to the eastern and southern parts of the country.

Budanov's Message on Europe's Future

Kyrylo Budanov, head of Ukraine's military intelligence, announced that Ukraine is beginning serious work on laying the foundation for its European future. This statement signals that Kyiv, despite the war, remains firmly committed to the path of European integration and has no intention of abandoning the construction of a Western-oriented society.

Fighting in Eastern and Southern Ukraine

Combat continues intensely in eastern Ukraine, where Russian forces are pressing forward on multiple fronts. The situation in southern Ukraine is also tense, though Ukrainian forces have managed to slow enemy advances in several areas. In both regions, civilians continue to face difficult conditions due to infrastructure bombardment and relentless missile strikes.