Russia-backed militants concentrated fire on the Donetsk line.
The Bell
New Russian Facial-Recognition Tech May Fight Crime But It’s Already Misused Against Opposition
FindFace, a new facial-recognition technology developed by Russians is used in Russia both to capture wanted criminals — and deter opposition supporters from turning out to demonstrations.
Russia-Backed Forces Fire Grad Missiles; 1 Ukrainian Soldier Wounded
Russia-backed forces fired Grad missiles, setting fields on fire. One Ukrainian soldier was wounded.
Russia-Backed Forces Shell Maryinka, Destroy Buildings
Russia-backed forces destroyed residential buildings in Maryinka in a shelling attack.
3 Ukrainian Soldiers Wounded
Three Ukrainian soldiers were wounded.
4 Ukrainian Soldiers Wounded in Last 48 Hours; 2 Officers Die in Military Plane Crash
Four Ukrainian soldiers were wounded in the previous reporting period.
The Kremlin’s Fight Club
Russia’s 2018 presidential race has already unofficially begun, with a wave of provincial governor dismissals by President Vladimir Putin.
2 Ukrainian Border Guards Killed in Mine Explosion; Military Prosecutor Finds ‘No Saboteurs’ at Ammo Depot
Two Ukrainian border guards were killed after tripping a mine. Citizens are returning home after evacuation following the Kalinko ammunitions depot explosion.
Ukraine Copes with Aftermath of Ammo Depot Explosion; SBU Investigates
No casualties were reported. Authorities are dealing with the aftermath of the fire at the Kalinovka Ammunition Depot in which at least two people were injured.
Minimal Activity from Russia-Backed Fighters in Donbass, Says ATO
There was minimal fighting today in the Donbass.