December 22, 04:50 AM • 28140 views07:59 AM • 12486 viewsDecember 21, 02:01 PM • 44254 views07:59 AM • 12577 viewsThere were 98 combat engagements over the day. Russia launched 3 missile strikes, 64 air strikes, and used 463 kamikaze drones. The Ukrainian Armed Forces are repelling attacks at the Kharkiv, Kupiansk, Lyman and other directions.
Most of the countries “friendly” to the Russian Federation did not comment on Ukraine's military operation in the Kursk region. Only Syria publicly condemned the actions of the Ukrainian Armed Forces, calling them a “terrorist attack.
President Zelenskyy said that the Ukrainian Armed Forces' operation in the Kursk region of Russia is going according to plan. He thanked the military for their bravery and reported on the strengthening of Ukraine's positions in the region.
President Zelenskyy heard a report on the Armed Forces' operation in the Kursk region. Ukrainian forces are strengthening their positions, expanding the stabilized territory, and replenishing the prisoner exchange fund.
Over the past day, 132 combat engagements took place. The enemy launched 7 missile and 70 air strikes, making 4698 attacks. The Ukrainian Armed Forces successfully repelled the attacks in different directions, inflicting significant losses on the enemy.
The President of Ukraine showed a video with the developments of the national defense complex for sea, land and air, which destroy Russia's potential.
Russian media are spreading disinformation about US plans to oust Zelenskyy over the actions of the Armed Forces in the Kursk region. This is part of Russia's information campaign aimed at destabilizing the situation in Ukraine.
Ukraine's air defense forces shot down 14 Shahed attack drones launched by Russia at night. Air defense was active in six regions, and an Iskander-K cruise missile was intercepted.
The General Staff has updated data on enemy losses. Over the past day, the Russian army lost 1,230 soldiers, 58 artillery systems, 5 tanks and other equipment.
Dmytro Lubinets appealed to the UN and ICRC over a video showing the severed head of an alleged Ukrainian soldier. The Ombudsman emphasized that this is a violation of international humanitarian law.
There were 99 combat engagements over the last day, 37 of them in the Pokrovsk sector. The enemy launched 5 missile and 56 air strikes, used 687 kamikaze drones and fired 3371 times at Ukrainian positions.
During the day, Russian troops fired 48 times at the border areas of Sumy region. There were 161 explosions in different communities, including air strikes, artillery and mortar attacks.
The commander of the Ukrainian Air Force reported active combat operations in the Kursk sector. Ukrainian pilots are conducting precision strikes on enemy targets, including strongholds, equipment and logistics centers.
The President of Ukraine reported on the successful actions of the Ukrainian Armed Forces in the Kursk region of Russia. According to him, Ukrainian forces are destroying the enemy's logistics, striking at positions and replenishing the exchange fund.
Dmytro Lubinets, the Ukrainian Parliament Commissioner for Human Rights, announced positive trends in the exchange of prisoners due to the actions of the Ukrainian Armed Forces in the Kursk region of the Russian Federation. This strengthens Ukraine's position and brings the return of Ukrainian heroes home closer.
Ukrainian Armed Forces Commander-in-Chief Oleksandr Syrskyi informed the President about the continuation of intense fighting in the Pokrovske and Toretske sectors. As of 16:00, the number of combat engagements increased to 75, with the most active enemy actions in the Pokrovsk sector.
Ukrainian troops advance by 1-3 km in some areas in the Kursk region of Russia. Ukrainian Armed Forces Commander-in-Chief Syrsky reports to Zelensky on the controlled situation and fighting in the area of Mala Loknya.
Commander-in-Chief of the Armed Forces of Ukraine Oleksandr Syrskyi had a telephone conversation with US General Charles Brown. The parties discussed the operational and strategic situation, as well as the critical needs of the Armed Forces of Ukraine for weapons and military equipment.
Ukrainian defense forces have destroyed a bridge over the Seim River near Glushkovo in the Kursk region of Russia. This was done to disrupt Russian logistical routes and isolate part of the territory controlled by the Ukrainian Armed Forces.
A church for the military has opened in the Kyiv Cave Monastery. Military chaplains will conduct services together with the monastery's brethren, providing spiritual support to the military.
The General Staff of the Ukrainian Armed Forces reports 75 combat engagements at the front as of 16:00. The enemy is most active in the Pokrovsk sector, where almost a third of all attacks took place.
The Ministry of Defense of Ukraine has codified and authorized the Buffalo MPV armored personnel carrier for delivery to the Armed Forces of Ukraine. This armored vehicle, manufactured using MRAP technology, is considered one of the safest in the world.
Legion “Freedom of Russia” called on Russian soldiers to voluntarily surrender to the Ukrainian Armed Forces amid fighting in the Kursk region. Those who want to fight for the normal future of Russia are invited to join the Legion.
Ivan Fedorov, head of Zaporizhzhia RMA, emphasized the importance of evacuating civilians from the frontline regions. He also emphasized the need to promptly provide the military with relevant electronic warfare equipment.
Russia is recovering from the initial chaos caused by the Ukrainian army's offensive in the Kursk region. Ukrainian troops have advanced 10-25 km deep into Russia, controlling more than 1,000 km² of territory.
Law enforcement officers detained six young men who had been setting fire to military equipment in Odesa and Mykolaiv on the orders of Russian intelligence. The offenders set fire to military off-road vehicles and railway infrastructure.
Russian occupants are planning provocations and terrorist attacks on August 24 in the temporarily occupied territories of Ukraine. Citizens are advised to avoid crowded places from August 23 to 25.
Three juveniles set fire to two vehicles of the Ukrainian Armed Forces in Mykolaiv on the instructions of Russian special services. The 16-year-old suspect faces up to 8 years in prison, while the other two are 13 and 14 years old.
The 80th Air Assault Brigade of the Armed Forces of Ukraine destroyed the Sudzha border crossing point in the Kursk region of the Russian Federation. The Ukrainian military captured more than 50 Russians and broke through the enemy's defense line.
Olga Harlan's Olympic saber was sold at auction for UAH 10 million. The funds will be used to purchase ShaBlya automated turrets for the Ukrainian infantry, said Serhiy Prytula.
