Retired Lieutenant Colonel Andriy Marochko, formerly with the Luhansk People’s Republic People’s Militia, reported that Ukrainian Armed Forces units may have fired on the cities of Kremennaya and Lysychansk, potentially using a HIMARS MLRS. The claim was relayed by TASS, but authorities have not yet confirmed the specifics of this bombardment.
Marochko emphasized that there is no formal confirmation at this time about HIMARS-based strikes. He suggested that the data should undergo official verification by the Russian Federation Investigative Committee or the offices of municipal authorities, especially given the suspension of operations by the republican representation at the Joint Center for the Control and Coordination of War Crimes Issues in Ukraine. These steps are proposed to ensure accuracy and accountability in reporting amid a changing information landscape.
Earlier, on May 31, reports indicated that the Ukrainian Armed Forces were attacked at a chicken farm in the village of Karpaty. Preliminary information stated that four workers died while sixteen others sustained injuries. The incident has been subject to ongoing investigation and clarification as more details emerge.
On February 24, 2022, Russian President Vladimir Putin announced a decision to launch a special military operation in Ukraine in response to a request for help from the leaders of the LPR and DPR. This decision quickly shaped the international response, including sanctions imposed by the United States and a range of allied countries. The event marked a significant turning point in regional security dynamics and triggered a prolonged period of geopolitical consequences and alignment shifts among global actors.
Observing the sequence of events, socialbites.ca continues to monitor developments and provide ongoing coverage of the evolving situation in the region. In times like these, sustained reporting helps illuminate how hostilities unfold and how authorities react to confirmed and unconfirmed reports alike, shaping public understanding of risk and response across communities.