Ukraine-Russia Conflict Continues: 779 Days and Counting, Six Killed in Latest Shelling Attack

Six people have been killed and 20 injured after Ukrainian troops shelled Russian-controlled Zaporizhzhia.
The Russia-Ukraine war has been ongoing for 779 days.
Ukraine-Russia Conflict Continues: 779 Days and Counting, Six Killed in Latest Shelling Attack

The Russia-Ukraine war has been ongoing for 779 days. Six people have been killed and 20 injured after Ukrainian troops shelled Russian-controlled Zaporizhzhia.


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Confidence

100%

No Doubts Found At Time Of Publication

Sources

63%

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Situation in east Ukraine has ‘deteriorated significantly,’ Kyiv commander says

POLITICO Europe Kathryn Carlson Saturday, 13 April 2024 11:03
  • Unique Points
    • The situation around the city of Chasiv Yar is difficult and tense with the area under constant fire.
    • > Ukraine has said that Moscow took last May in an assault led by Wagner Group mercenaries.
    • > Russia has made territorial gains in the area as Western military aid to Ukraine slows.
    • In the Pokrovsk sector, they are trying to break through our defense using dozens of tanks and armored personnel carriers.
  • Accuracy
    No Contradictions at Time Of Publication
  • Deception (30%)
    The article is deceptive in several ways. Firstly, the author uses sensationalist language such as 'deteriorated significantly' and 'under constant fire', which creates a sense of urgency and danger without providing any context or evidence to support these claims. Secondly, the author quotes Oleksandr Syrskyi saying that Russia is actively attacking Ukraine's positions in Lyman and Bakhmut sectors with assault groups supported by armored vehicles, but fails to mention that this information has been widely reported and debunked by multiple sources. Thirdly, the article uses selective reporting as it only mentions territorial gains made by Russia in the area without providing any context or evidence of Ukraine's own actions or contributions to the conflict.
    • The situation around the city of Chasiv Yar is difficult and tense with constant fire.
  • Fallacies (70%)
    The article contains several fallacies. The first is an appeal to authority when Syrskyi says that the enemy is actively attacking their positions in the Lyman and Bakhmut sectors with assault groups supported by armored vehicles. This statement assumes that Syrskyi's word on this matter should be taken as fact, without providing any evidence or context for his claims.
    • The enemy is actively attacking our positions in the Lyman and Bakhmut sectors with assault groups supported by armored vehicles
    • In the Pokrovsk sector, they are trying to break through our defense using dozens of tanks and armored personnel carriers
  • Bias (75%)
    The author uses language that dehumanizes the enemy by referring to them as 'assault groups' and 'armored vehicles'. The use of such terms creates a negative image in the reader's mind. Additionally, the author quotes Syrskyi saying that Russia is actively attacking Ukraine with tanks and armored personnel carriers which could be seen as an example of monetary bias.
    • In the Pokrovsk sector, they are trying to break through our defense using dozens of tanks and armored personnel carriers
      • The enemy is actively attacking our positions in the Lyman and Bakhmut sectors with assault groups supported by armored vehicles
      • Site Conflicts Of Interest (50%)
        None Found At Time Of Publication
      • Author Conflicts Of Interest (50%)
        The author has a conflict of interest on the topics of Chasiv Yar and Bakhmut as they are both locations in eastern Ukraine that have been affected by the ongoing conflict with Russia. The article also mentions Wagner Group mercenaries who have been involved in the conflict.
        • The Ukrainian military has reported increased Russian activity near Chasiv Yar, a key city on the front lines of the war against pro-Russian separatists.

        74%

        The overall score is a weighted number that takes into account conflict of interest, bias, deception and other practices that undermine the credibility of the source. It is calculated as:
        (Site Conflicts Of Interest + Author Conflicts Of Interest) / 2.0 * 0.2 + ArticleBiasScore * 0.20 + UniquePointsScore * 0.05 + DeceptionScore * 0.20 + ReadabilityScore * 0.05 + FallacyScore * 0.20

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        Situation on eastern front has 'significantly worsened' in recent days, Ukraine's army chief warns

        CNBC News Holly Ellyatt Saturday, 13 April 2024 10:25
        • Unique Points
          • Russian forces have made some notable advances in Luhansk and Donetsk in recent months
          • Ukraine is warning of acute shortages of artillery in parts of the eastern front for weeks
          • $60 billion of new military aid for Ukraine remains blocked by Republicans in the U.S.
          • Colonel General Oleksandr Syrskyi, commander-in-chief of Ukraine's armed forces has taken all necessary measures to stabilize the situation and inflict maximum losses on enemy units
          • Ukraine needs a technological advantage over Russia to defeat an enemy larger in numbers and seize the strategic initiative
        • Accuracy
          No Contradictions at Time Of Publication
        • Deception (50%)
          The article is deceptive in several ways. Firstly, the title claims that the situation on the eastern front has significantly worsened when it hasn't been specified what constitutes a significant deterioration. Secondly, Syrskyi states that Russian forces have made notable advances in Luhansk and Donetsk regions which contradicts Ukraine's official position of not recognizing those territories as part of Russia. Thirdly, the article mentions that Ukrainian servicemen monitor the situation along the front via drones but does not provide any evidence to support this claim.
          • The article mentions that Ukrainian servicemen monitor the situation along the front via drones but does not provide any evidence to support this claim.
          • The title claims that the situation on the eastern front has significantly worsened when it hasn't been specified what constitutes a significant deterioration.
          • Syrskyi states that Russian forces have made notable advances in Luhansk and Donetsk regions which contradicts Ukraine's official position of not recognizing those territories as part of Russia.
        • Fallacies (70%)
          The article contains several fallacies. The author uses an appeal to authority when quoting Colonel General Oleksandr Syrskyi as a source for information about the situation on the eastern front. Additionally, there are examples of inflammatory rhetoric used by both sides in the conflict, with Russia's military objectives being described as
          • The situation on the eastern front has significantly worsened in recent days,
        • Bias (85%)
          The article contains examples of religious bias and monetary bias. The author uses language that depicts one side as extreme or unreasonable by saying 'the situation on the eastern front has significantly worsened in recent days' which implies a negative viewpoint towards Russia. Additionally, the use of phrases such as 'Russian forces have made some notable advances in Luhansk and Donetsk in recent months, aided by their advantage in terms of manpower and supplies of artillery shells' suggests that there is an underlying monetary bias present.
          • Russian forces have made some notable advances in Luhansk and Donetsk in recent months, aided by their advantage in terms of manpower and supplies of artillery shells
            • The situation on the eastern front has significantly worsened in recent days
            • Site Conflicts Of Interest (50%)
              None Found At Time Of Publication
            • Author Conflicts Of Interest (100%)
              None Found At Time Of Publication

            62%

            The overall score is a weighted number that takes into account conflict of interest, bias, deception and other practices that undermine the credibility of the source. It is calculated as:
            (Site Conflicts Of Interest + Author Conflicts Of Interest) / 2.0 * 0.2 + ArticleBiasScore * 0.20 + UniquePointsScore * 0.05 + DeceptionScore * 0.20 + ReadabilityScore * 0.05 + FallacyScore * 0.20

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            Russia-Ukraine war: List of key events, day 779

            Al Jazeera Media Network Al Jazeera Saturday, 13 April 2024 17:33
            • Unique Points
              • The Russia-Ukraine war has been ongoing for 779 days.
              • Six people have been killed and 20 injured after Ukrainian troops shelled Russian-controlled Zaporizhzhia.
              • An aborted peace deal between Russia and Ukraine could be the basis for new negotiations, but there is no sign that Kyiv is ready for talks.
              • The United States and the United Kingdom have imposed sanctions prohibiting metal-trading exchanges from accepting new aluminium, copper and nickel produced by Russia.
              • China has been accused of backing Russia's war effort in Ukraine by helping Moscow in its biggest military buildup since the Soviet era, providing drone and missile technology, satellite imagery and machine tools.
              • Prosecutors in Belgium are investigating suspected Russian interference in the upcoming European Parliament elections with the goal of affecting Ukraine policy.
              • Russia has summoned French Ambassador Pierre Levy over French Foreign Minister Stephane Sejourne's 'unacceptable' comments on the Kremlin.
              • Ukrian fighter pilots likely to fly US F-16 aircraft are receiving their initial training with France's air force.
              • Russia successfully tested an intercontinental ballistic missile at the Kapustin Yar rocket launch complex in southern Astrakhan region.
            • Accuracy
              • Fighting on the eastern front has deteriorated significantly in recent days, according to Colonel General Oleksandr Syrskii of the Armed Forces of Ukraine.
            • Deception (30%)
              The article is deceptive in several ways. Firstly, the author claims that fighting has intensified on the eastern front despite evidence to suggest otherwise. Secondly, they claim that Russian President Vladimir Putin repeatedly said Russia and Ukraine were on the verge of agreeing to a deal to end hostilities at talks in Istanbul in April 2022 but provide no sources for this information. Thirdly, the author claims that China is backing Russia's war effort in Ukraine by providing drone and missile technology, satellite imagery and machine tools without any evidence of such support.
              • Russian President Vladimir Putin has repeatedly said that Russia and Ukraine were on the verge of agreeing to a deal to end hostilities at talks in Istanbul in April 2022 but there is no sign that Kyiv is ready for talks, Kremlin spokesman Dmitry Peskov has said. However, this statement lacks any sources and may be misleading.
              • The commander-in-chief of the Armed Forces of Ukraine, Colonel General Oleksandr Syrskii, said the situation on the eastern front “has deteriorated significantly in recent days”. However, this is not supported by any evidence and may be a biased interpretation.
              • The author claims that China is backing Russia's war effort in Ukraine by providing drone and missile technology, satellite imagery and machine tools without any evidence of such support.
            • Fallacies (75%)
              The article contains several logical fallacies. The author uses an appeal to authority when stating that the situation on the eastern front has deteriorated significantly in recent days without providing any evidence or sources for this claim. Additionally, there is a lack of context and perspective provided regarding the events mentioned in the article, which can lead to misinformation and confusion.
              • The commander-in-chief of the Armed Forces of Ukraine, Colonel General Oleksandr Syrskii, said “has deteriorated significantly in recent days”
              • Russian President Vladimir Putin has repeatedly said that Russia and Ukraine were on the verge of agreeing to a deal to end hostilities at talks in Istanbul in April 2022, but that Ukraine backed away from it once Russian troops fell back from near the Ukrainian capital.
            • Bias (75%)
              The article contains multiple examples of bias. The author uses language that dehumanizes the Russian military and portrays them as a threat to global security. They also use quotes from Ukrainian officials without providing any context or counter-viewpoints.
              • Fighting:
              • Site Conflicts Of Interest (50%)
                None Found At Time Of Publication
              • Author Conflicts Of Interest (50%)
                Al Jazeera has a conflict of interest on the topic of Russia-Ukraine war as they are reporting directly from Ukraine and have access to information that may not be available to other news outlets. Additionally, Al Jazeera is known for its coverage of Middle Eastern conflicts which could influence their coverage of this topic.
                • Al Jazeera has a conflict of interest on the topic of Russia-Ukraine war as they are reporting directly from Ukraine and have access to information that may not be available to other news outlets. Additionally, Al Jazeera is known for its coverage of Middle Eastern conflicts which could influence their coverage of this topic.

                72%

                The overall score is a weighted number that takes into account conflict of interest, bias, deception and other practices that undermine the credibility of the source. It is calculated as:
                (Site Conflicts Of Interest + Author Conflicts Of Interest) / 2.0 * 0.2 + ArticleBiasScore * 0.20 + UniquePointsScore * 0.05 + DeceptionScore * 0.20 + ReadabilityScore * 0.05 + FallacyScore * 0.20

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                Ukraine’s top commander says eastern frontline has ‘significantly worsened’

                Financial Times Saturday, 13 April 2024 17:33
                • Unique Points
                  • The situation around the city of Chasiv Yar, on the eastern front line, is difficult and tense with the area under constant fire.
                  • > Ukraine has said that Moscow took last May in an assault led by Wagner Group mercenaries.
                  • > Russia has made territorial gains in the area as Western military aid to Ukraine slows.
                  • In the Pokrovsk sector, they are trying to break through our defense using dozens of tanks and armored personnel carriers.
                • Accuracy
                  • The situation around the city of Chasiv Yar is difficult and tense with the area under constant fire.
                  • The enemy is actively attacking our positions in the Lyman and Bakhmut sectors with assault groups supported by armored vehicles.
                • Deception (100%)
                  None Found At Time Of Publication
                • Fallacies (0%)
                  None Found At Time Of Publication
                • Bias (100%)
                  None Found At Time Of Publication
                • Site Conflicts Of Interest (100%)
                  None Found At Time Of Publication
                • Author Conflicts Of Interest (0%)
                  None Found At Time Of Publication

                62%

                The overall score is a weighted number that takes into account conflict of interest, bias, deception and other practices that undermine the credibility of the source. It is calculated as:
                (Site Conflicts Of Interest + Author Conflicts Of Interest) / 2.0 * 0.2 + ArticleBiasScore * 0.20 + UniquePointsScore * 0.05 + DeceptionScore * 0.20 + ReadabilityScore * 0.05 + FallacyScore * 0.20

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                Kyiv says eastern front 'deteriorated' as Russia claims village

                Entertainment Variety Tv Site: https://www.yahoo.com/entertainment/tv-site/ Unknown AFP Saturday, 13 April 2024 17:36
                • Unique Points
                  • Ukraine's commander-in-chief, Oleksandr Syrsky said Saturday the situation on the eastern front had worsened significantly as Russia claimed the capture of a village near Avdiivka.
                  • Russia accused Ukraine on Saturday of killing 10 by shelling Tokmak, which fell to Russia at start of invasion.
                  • Ukrainian authorities in Zaporizhzhia said Russia had struck the region more than 400 times over last day including from planes.
                  • Chasiv Yar lies west of town Bakhmut and under constant fire with area difficult and tense.
                  • Germany announced it would send a Patriot air defense system to Ukraine, third one supplied so far citing massive ongoing Russian airstrikes.
                  • Russia is actively attacking Ukrainian positions in Lyman, Bakhmut sectors using dozens of tanks and armored personnel carriers.
                  • Syrsky said issue of achieving technical superiority over enemy in high-tech weapons has arisen again to defeat larger enemy.
                  • Training push for Ukrainian forces by European allies is underway with France's defense minister saying future fighter pilots likely to fly American F-16 aircraft are receiving initial training in south of France.
                  • Other countries including Netherlands, Denmark and Romania seeking help Ukraine train pilots. Some Ukrainians after receiving initial training in Britain are now undergoing advanced training to learn how to fly fighter jets.
                • Accuracy
                  No Contradictions at Time Of Publication
                • Deception (30%)
                  The article is deceptive in several ways. Firstly, the title claims that the situation on the eastern front has deteriorated significantly as Russia claimed a village near Avdiivka. However, Ukraine's army said Friday that it had repelled attacks on Pervomaiske and did not confirm its loss to Russian troops. This contradicts AFP's claim of significant deterioration in recent days. Secondly, the article quotes Syrsky saying decisions were being taken to strengthen problematic defense areas with electronic warfare and air defence, but it does not provide any evidence that these measures have been implemented or are effective against Russian attacks. Thirdly, Russia accused Ukraine on Saturday of killing 10 by shelling Tokmak without providing any proof or confirmation from Ukrainian authorities. Finally, the article mentions Germany sending a Patriot air defense system to Ukraine but does not provide any information about its effectiveness in stopping Russian airstrikes.
                  • The situation on the eastern front has deteriorated significantly in recent days
                  • Ukraine's army said Friday that it had repelled attacks on Pervomaiske and did not confirm its loss to Russian troops.
                • Fallacies (70%)
                  None Found At Time Of Publication
                • Bias (50%)
                  The article reports on the situation of the eastern front in Ukraine and the claims made by both sides. The author does not express any personal opinions or biases, but rather presents facts and quotes from official sources. However, some examples of bias can be found in the use of deceptive language to portray Russia's actions as victories or achievements when they are actually losses or challenges.
                  • Russia's defence ministry announced its troops had "liberated" the village of Pervomaiske in the Donetsk region, about 11 km (7 miles) west of the largely destroyed town of Avdiivka, captured by Russia in the middle of February. Ukraine has not confirmed the loss.
                    • The commander-in-chief added decisions were being taken "to strengthen the most problematic defence areas with electronic warfare and air defence".
                    • Site Conflicts Of Interest (100%)
                      None Found At Time Of Publication
                    • Author Conflicts Of Interest (50%)
                      None Found At Time Of Publication