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militaryconflict2 years ago

"Ukrainian Forces Repel Russian Advances in Fierce Clashes Along Dnipro and Avdiivka Fronts"

A video released by the Ukrainian 30th Prince Konstanty Ostrogski Mechanized Brigade shows a Russian armor column under heavy fire near Synkivka, resulting in significant losses for Russian forces. The footage, which cannot be independently verified by Newsweek, depicts a failed assault with tanks and APCs being destroyed amid artillery, drone, and machine gun attacks. Despite the intense combat and high casualties, Russian troops continue their offensive in the Luhansk and Kharkiv regions with limited success, facing stiff Ukrainian resistance.

militaryconflict2 years ago

"Ukraine Turns Tide Against Russian Tanks Using Captured Tech Amidst Repeated Assault Failures"

Ukraine's military claims that Russia has lost over 6,000 tanks since the beginning of the conflict in February 2022, with recent figures indicating significant losses of armored vehicles around the town of Avdiivka. While these numbers have not been independently verified and are likely conservative estimates, they reflect the heavy toll on Russian military equipment, including the use of outdated tanks and the withdrawal of the advanced T-14 Armata from the conflict. The war has also affected Ukraine's tank fleet, which has been bolstered by Western-supplied armored vehicles.

world-news2 years ago

"Russia Strikes Kharkiv in Retaliation, Rejects UN Meeting Amid Ukraine Border Tensions"

On the 676th day of the Russia-Ukraine war, Russia conducted heavy bombardments on Ukrainian cities, including Kyiv and Kharkiv, resulting in civilian casualties and damage to residential areas. Ukraine's air defense systems were activated in response to drone attacks. In retaliation, Ukraine struck the Russian city of Belgorod, claiming to target military sites, while Russia faced increased troop casualties in 2023 due to military degradation. Meanwhile, Russia refused to explain the presence of a missile in Polish airspace without concrete evidence of its origin.

world-news2 years ago

"Ukraine Retaliates with Fatal Strikes in Russia Amid Escalating Aerial Assaults"

Ukraine suffered its deadliest Russian airstrike since the conflict began, with 39 killed and 159 wounded as over 150 missiles and drones hit the country. President Zelensky urged the West for continued support, emphasizing the need for weapons to protect lives. In retaliation, Ukraine launched drone attacks on Russia, resulting in 14 deaths, including two children, and damage in the Belgorod region. The UK Ministry of Defense reported a significant increase in Russian military casualties, predicting a long-term impact on Russia's military capabilities.