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world-news-conflict2 years ago•3 min saved

"Russian Strikes Claim 11 Lives in Donetsk as Ukraine Targets Crimea Base"

Eleven people, including five children, were killed in a Russian missile strike on the city of Pokrovsk in Ukraine's Donetsk region. Ukrainian President Zelenskiy emphasized the need for Russia to face consequences for such attacks. Concurrently, Ukraine reported successful strikes on Russian military positions in Crimea, including a command center at the Saky air base. Both sides have intensified their military operations, with Russia planning to significantly increase its drone production by 2030. The ongoing conflict has seen an escalation in attacks and strategic maneuvers as it approaches the two-year mark.

via Radio Free Europe / Radio Liberty|

##crimea #donetsk

world-news2 years ago•1 min saved

"Escalating Strikes: Ukraine and Russia Exchange Missile and Drone Attacks Amid Rising Tensions"

Ukraine has reportedly intensified its military actions against Russia with new missile and drone attacks on the southern region of Belgorod, according to Russian authorities. Despite the recent escalation, which follows Russia's heavy strikes on Ukraine, there were no immediate reports of casualties from the latest attacks. The regional governor confirmed evacuations due to unexploded munitions, and President Putin has vowed that the attacks "will not go unpunished." Ukraine has not commented on the incidents, and the claims have not been independently verified.

via Reuters|

##belgorodattacks #dronestrikes

world-news2 years ago•1 min saved

"Putin Intensifies Attacks on Ukraine, Vowing Retaliation for New Year's Drone Strike"

On New Year's Day, Russia launched a significant drone attack on Ukraine, deploying 90 Shahed-style drones following an attack on Russian territory that resulted in at least 25 deaths. This escalation comes after a barrage of over a hundred missiles and dozens of drones against Ukraine, causing at least 30 deaths and 140 injuries. Russian President Vladimir Putin has announced intentions to intensify attacks, while Ukrainian air defenses claimed to have shot down 87 of the drones. The use of drones has been a key strategy in the conflict, with Russia targeting Ukrainian cities and civilian infrastructure, especially energy facilities.

via Business Insider|

##casualties #droneattack

world-news2 years ago•4 min saved

"Russia Escalates Drone and Missile Strikes on Ukraine Amidst Retaliation Claims"

Russia launched a missile and drone attack on the eastern Ukrainian city of Kharkiv, claiming retaliation for a Ukrainian air assault on Belgorod, Russia. The attack on Kharkiv resulted in civilian casualties and damage to non-military infrastructure, including a hotel and hospital. Ukrainian President Zelensky vowed a "fair responsibility" for the attacks, while the Ukrainian Air Force reported shooting down less than half of the approximately 50 attack drones launched by Russia. The escalation of hostilities marks a continuation of intense conflict between Ukraine and Russia, with neither side showing signs of de-escalation.

via The New York Times|

##belgorod #kharkivattack