ah ah ah ah, this is d w. news live from berlin. russia advances deeper into the dawn bass russian forces and now poised to take complete control of the east and city of severity. next, thousands of ukrainian civilians remain trapped there without food or power. also

coming up on the show, civilians turned soldiers. we meet a group of kia residents getting ready to defend their homes. should the russians return? ah, i am told me aladdin boy. it's good to have you with us. russia is tightening its grip on ukraine's don bass region. the governor of lou hands can easton ukraine, says russian forces now control most of the city of several de next one relief organization estimates. as many as 12000 civilians are trapped without food and power. unable to flee because of the heavy fighting, russia is trying to seize the entire don bass region, already partially in separatist hands since 2014 the sound of artillery echoes across the don bass. russian forces in sunny fields. shelling

already shattered towns and cities before moving troops in for combat. meeting with slovakia as president ukrainian president followed him as the lansky said, getting artillery from allies would make a crucial difference nath williams gloves lunches in the east. it's difficult for us because of the lack of appropriate weapons with if our mission to reclaim the region when it leads to tens of thousands of our people dying monthly. yeah, we will wait for the appropriate weapons to save as many of our people as we can. not, the weapons are what will reclaim the territory. the way changes a yawn loop of yours is the 2nd pieces. russia is pushing to seize the entire eastern region of don bass, which has already been partially in the hands of pro russian separatists since 2014 severe done yet. has seen widespread destruction. similar to what happened in the port city of mario pole. but ukrainian forces have had some small successes

elsewhere in the east. more than a 1000 civilians were evacuated from russian controlled towns around hockey. in my cinema there is no power, but in no phone service, no water. the echo, it's hard with guns, i can't contact my children. like my oldest daughter. there's no work and no money isn't in occupation. regime is being established. they've introduced the rubel prices have changed the forest people to sign agreement saying they'll cooperate yet. brianna did. i hope i believe that i will return home to where i'm from and that it will be a part of ukraine because i don't want to live under occupation. i just don't want to rosa. as the russian onslaught grinds on, the exit is continues. people fleeing the east with whatever they can carry,

leaving behind homes, reduced to rubble and bodies, buried hastily before leaving d, w correspondent mathias berliner is in the ukrainian capital kid. he sent us this update on the latest rushing gains in don bass. yeah, so a rush seems to have concentrated most of its efforts on the city of sierra done netscape, other than it used to be the administrative center of the new hands green of those parts of the lawns region with we're still controlled by ukraine. that's, that was about 2 thirds before the war of this region. the rest was controlled by russian backed, so called separatist. but it's now been reduced to 5 percent, which is really the city itself and the neighboring city of listed chance can we are hearing that we've been hearing for days that they have entered the city. and that fighting has had been happening in the streets of cecilia and as canada,

or the news point to that they are might already be in control of a huge part of the city and the city might fall soon. that would be an important symbolic game for russia would not be a breakthrough, because from there it would be very difficult for them to advance further. there's a river and then a hill. and on top of that, hill are ukrainian positions, so it will be difficult for them. it's not their breakthrough, but it will be a symbolic game. now, here is a quick round up of some of the developments in this walk. the united states is agree to supply ukraine with more advanced rocket systems that him us launchers will be able to hit precision targets within range of 75 kilometers. that part of a new $700000000.00 us weapons package that includes anti tank weapons, helicopters, and vehicles. denmark is preparing to vote in a referendum on whether to join the european union's common defense policy. denmark

is a member of the you, but opted out of the of corporation on defense nearly 3 decades ago. like it's neighbors, sweden and finland. it's been reassessing and security policy following russia's invasion crane. the roches attempt to capture ukraine's capital key. if at the start of the war ended and failure, but now many of the cities residents where the moscow may be preparing for a 2nd assault, which could be even more brutal. t w's rebecca written, met up with a group of civilians getting ready to defend their homes, as best they can. all america, wow, are preparing for a 2nd onslaught. when russia tried to still keep these residents were on the back foot, like cartoon, who felt helpless to defend herself and her city. what made me and want to learn this even more as after everything, all the work crime started to get out. you know,

i want to have an opportunity to protect myself. the actor says she owes everything to those who fought when she felt she could not. in the only thing that allows me to do that, you know, allows me to leave to choose life. is that somebody is susan death, like right in the same moment. so they are choosing death for me to leave, you know, and that's just terrible because it's my people i know with fees growing that moscow, emboldened by gains in the east, could launch another attempt at taking the capital. these people say they won't be caught off guard again. volunteer instructor yuri guides them through the basics. since the war broke out, hundreds of people have signed out to courses like this one. so many wanted to assist in the war if it, but didn't have the skills for combat. of course they are not yet soldiers

completely, but at least for we have some some knowledge of the experience experience they feel they need for people here. the threat is existential. we're sorry, i'm a little, we need to be prepared for everything. the threat of russians returning will remain with me until the end of my life. the able to say, sounds like, let's get that. there's always a chance. russians will come back, but according to the attitude i see from my friends, i don't think they stand a chance here. it's on a recent build up of belarus in troops. if ukraine's northern water has only added fuel to fears of another attack, re support they will vicar were several thousands of troops or, or was, or not as a border there waiting for some border rule. be this order, given redondo, what we mazda read it. if there is to be a next time cartier says she will definitely fight. she and her fellow classmates fear a 2nd attempt on the capital could be even more brutal. and we'll take an even bigger

ref it to defeat. to some of the other stories making news around the world. you as president joe biden met with news, a new zealand prime minister just seen the arden in washington dc. gun violence and extremism dominated their talks. following recent mass shootings in texas and new york arden successfully pushed for better gun control in her country after a white supremacists attack in 2019 norway and hungry of come from their 1st monkey box cases. over 20 countries where the virus is not and dam make have now reported outbreaks. 300 cases have been identified most in europe. monkey big monkey monkey, pl excuse me, is usually confined to parts of west and central africa. with him over a south korean superstars b t s. have visited the white house for talks with president joe biden. a 7 member

sensation came to talk about asian inclusion and a recent spike, an anti asian hate crimes. their visits came on the final day of asian pacific american heritage month. as you'd expect outside the white house gates, an army of fans gathered to see the cape of stars. hello everybody. good afternoon, caper band b ds. take to the stage in washington made a whole the much smaller than the usual gigs. the job was came with an important message and get some good and high were beach. yes. and it is a great honor to be invited to the white house today to discuss the important issues of anti asian hate crimes, asian inclusion and diversity there for you. a devastated by the recent surge of heat crimes, including hate crimes against asian americans. to put a stop to this and support this cause, we would like to take this opportunity to use our voices. once again. the south korean boy band have become a global music sensation since the w in 2013

b t. s is holding for concerts in los angeles. there previously used their platform to rally the fans around social justice causes a legion of those fans gathered outside the white house in hopes of catching a glimpse of them. it would be a big deal to see them. it would also be great to so that base i recognize that we come out here day to support their message about a fine bag against anti ethan. i know some people, but i maybe can see them grow as being my like, you know, american friends go into the into. it's like, i think that i would never imagine happening. i grew up in like north carolina, which is very countryside, but for them to really, really proud. and again, we're not going to take any b d as did not sing award at the white house. the message from the briefing room podium was loud and clear. from today,

people here in germany will be able to travel for the entire month on most public transport for just 9 euros. the cheap transport deal as a response to rising energy prices and is also hopes to help low people away from their cars. millions have already bought their tickets, but there are concerns. it might end up being a bit of a train crash. endless possibilities. a long list of regional trains ready to take people across germany. and all you need is 9 your us. anyone in germany residence and tourists alike can purchase a monthly pass for this bargain price. it will be available for the month of june, july and august. it's an easy deal. you can buy the ticket at a machine like this one online or on the app. and once you have the ticket, you can travel anywhere you want. in fact, the past can be used on local public transport, like buses, trams or the metro,

but also on regional trains across the country. the aim is to incentivize the use of more climate friendly, public transport, but also the counter rising energy prices. this train is headed to the ball 16th. now normally a return ticket would cost around $50.00 heroes. but with the 9 year old ticket, it is all included in the price. you can go there and back. anytime you want at no additional cost. the trips might be a long one, though high speed trains like this one are not included in the path which only covers trips on slower train. but the ticket doesn't only cover long distance travel, it makes local public transport more accessible to. it's also a relief for city commuters who normally have to pay for quite an expenses monthly pass. so the 9 year ticket isn't only for a holiday makers. it also makes it more affordable to get to the office. at

berlin's main train station, people seem excited about it. this a good a find a very, very good. i'm actually not a big use of public transport, but at man euros one should consider it to me. it's a good idea for the circle to have it in the entire country. that's. that's very cool. yeah. my lawyer. yeah. it's been so told him is a great measure. it makes public transport more attractive and perhaps brings people on board to have him tried it out yet picked up up. but i think it will be a challenge to manage a search and travelers which is to be expected. this hydrogen household crowds like these are a big worry. there are concerns that the infrastructure will not be able to handle an influx of new passengers. and it's sometimes hard to figure out which trains are covered by the ticket. but despite some possible glitches, this is gearing up to be the summer of climate friendly rail travel in germany.

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