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Russian Defense Ministry comments on the strike on Kyiv: it was a “retaliatory” attack
The Russian Defense Ministry claims that it attacked the SBU and Luch design bureau facilities in response to the attack on the Kamensky plant. However, Ukrainian air defense shot down all 5 Iskander-M ballistic missiles fired at Kyiv.
Ukraine's air defense forces destroyed 5 ballistic missiles and 40 drones during a massive attack by the Russian Federation
The Ukrainian Defense Forces shot down 5 ballistic missiles and 40 out of 65 UAVs launched by the Russian army overnight and in the morning of December 20. In Kyiv, there are casualties and wounded.
Russian army fires 8 missiles at Kyiv: debris falls in three districts
Russia launched a combined missile attack on Kyiv, firing 8 Kinzhal and Iskander missiles. The debris damaged buildings and caused fires in Holosiivskyi, Shevchenkivskyi and Solomianskyi districts.
45 out of 85 enemy drones were destroyed over Ukraine, Russia attacked with ballistic and X-59 missiles
Russia attacked Ukraine with 85 drones, two Iskander-Ms and an X-59 missile. The Armed Forces of Ukraine destroyed 45 attack UAVs and neutralized 40 imitator drones.
Minus 40 more fuel tanks worth $4 million: SBU and Defense Forces blow up enemy train in Zaporizzhia region
Ukrainian special services conducted a multi-stage operation to blow up railroad tracks and fire on an enemy train. As a result, a locomotive and 40 fuel tanks were destroyed and an important logistics line was damaged.
Why Russia is attacking Ukraine's energy sector: ISW's findings
Russia is trying to freeze Ukraine in the winter and force the West to limit arms supplies. During the latest attack, Russia fired 94 missiles and 193 drones at Ukrainian infrastructure.
State Border Guard Service: No attempts to enter DRG from Belarus are recorded
Russia does not have enough forces in Belarus to threaten Ukraine, reports the State Border Guard Service. On the border with Russia, the most active subversive groups are observed in Sumy, Chernihiv, and Kharkiv regions.
Why does Lukashenka need a Russian "Nutcracker" in Belarus? The ISW provided an explanation
Putin and Lukashenko have signed a new Union Treaty on security guarantees that allows the deployment of oreshnik ballistic missiles in Belarus. The treaty also provides for the use of tactical nuclear weapons in the event of aggression.
Damaged houses and power lines: consequences of a nighttime UAV attack on Kyiv region
A nighttime attack by Russian UAVs on Kyiv region damaged three private homes and a power line. Air defense forces successfully repelled the attack, and there were no civilian casualties.
RF attacked Ukraine with two "Iskanders" and 44 drones: how many were shot down
Russia attacked Ukraine with 44 drones and two "Iskander" missiles struck the Dnipropetrovsk region. Air defense forces destroyed 30 enemy UAVs in various regions, 12 were lost, and 1 flew to Belarus.
Ordered to hit "Iskander" on the drama theater in Chernihiv: the Russian general was informed in absentia of suspicion
The SBU and the prosecutor's office have collected evidence against Colonel-General of the Russian Federation Yevgeny Nikiforov regarding the missile strike on the drama theater. As a result of the attack, 7 people were killed, including a child, and more than 200 were injured.
Russia launches record number of drones in Ukraine: what is known about the attack
At night, Russians attacked Ukraine with 188 drones and 4 Iskander-M missiles. The air defense system shot down 76 drones, hitting critical infrastructure and residential buildings.
Russian army strikes Odesa region with two Iskander-M missiles today - Air Force
The occupiers fired two Iskander-M ballistic missiles at Odesa region, one of them was shot down. Air defense also destroyed 5 enemy reconnaissance drones in the south.
Hostile attack on Sumy: RMA clarifies that Russia used cluster "Shaheds" for the first time
As a result of an attack by four Shahed drones with cassette equipment in Sumy, two people were killed and 13 injured. Significant damage to the city's infrastructure was also reported.
UN Secretary-General's spokesman: Russia's use of new missile is 'alarming'
The UN has expressed concern over Russia's use of new intermediate-range ballistic missile weapons to attack Ukraine. The organization calls for de-escalation of the conflict in accordance with international law.
Demonstration of nuclear strike capability: did russia launch the Rubizhne ICBM?
Russia launched an ICBM from the Astrakhan region along with other missiles during the November 21 attack. Experts consider this a demonstration of the possibility of a nuclear strike.
Russia expands production capacity for solid fuel rocket engines-IISS
IISS reports on a large-scale expansion of Russia's capacity to produce solid-fuel rocket engines at five sites. This could allow Russia to replenish its arsenal of missiles for war against Ukraine and threaten NATO.
Russia's missile strike on Odesa has killed 10 people, including 7 law enforcement officers - police
A ballistic missile strike on a residential area of Odesa killed 10 people, including 7 police officers. 39 people were injured, including 4 children and 14 law enforcement officers.
Russian attack on Odesa: the Air Force says it shot down an Iskander
In Odesa, air defense forces shot down a Russian Iskander-M ballistic missile, but its wreckage fell in a residential area. The fall killed 8 people, including doctors and police officers.
Missile attack on Odesa: the number of victims continues to grow
A rocket attack on a residential area of Odesa killed 8 people and injured 20. According to preliminary data, the occupiers attacked the city with Iskander missiles.
Russia attacks Ukraine with Iskanders and Shaheds at night, 8 drones downed
The occupiers fired 2 Iskander-M ballistic missiles, an X-59 missile and 11 drones at Ukraine. Air defense systems shot down 8 enemy drones in five regions, and three UAVs were lost.
russia fires 120 missiles and 90 drones at Ukraine during nighttime massive attack
russia has fired about 120 missiles and 90 drones of various types at Ukraine. Air defense destroyed more than 140 targets, but there was damage to energy infrastructure and casualties.
Russia massively attacked Ukraine with 96 missiles and drones: two X-101s, two ballistic missiles and 37 drones were shot down
Russia attacked Ukraine with 96 air strikes, including missiles and Shahed drones. The Ukrainian Armed Forces shot down 41 targets, 47 drones were lost, and combat operations continue.
Russia launches first massive strike on Kyiv in 73 days: how many were shot down and what are the consequences
In the morning, Russia launched a combined missile and drone strike on Kyiv that lasted more than 2 hours. The enemy used cruise and ballistic missiles along with Shahed UAVs, and all targets were destroyed by air defense forces.
The Kyiv Scientific Research Institute of Forensic Expertise told about the equipment of X-69 missiles launched by russia at Ukraine
KFI experts found that the russian X-69 missile was made from components of various types of weapons. Foreign parts from the United States, Germany, Taiwan, China and Malaysia were found in the missile.
4 out of 5 missiles and 62 out of 92 drones launched by Russia shot down over Ukraine
Russia attacked Ukraine with a ballistic missile, 4 guided missiles and 92 drones. 66 enemy targets were destroyed, but there was damage and casualties in 4 regions.
Zelensky held a meeting: Russia is using about ten times more “Shaheds” than last fall
Zelenskyy chaired a meeting of the Security Council to discuss countering Russian air attacks and strengthening air defense. They also discussed Ukrainian weapons production and long-term contracts with drone manufacturers.
Russia fires 80 drones and a ballistic missile at Ukraine, 50 drones are shot down
On the night of November 4, Russia attacked Ukraine with 80 kamikaze drones, Iskander-Ms, and guided aerial bombs. Air defense forces shot down 50 enemy UAVs in nine regions of Ukraine.
Russia reports a nighttime drone attack: “hit” oil depot in stavropol region
A drone crashes into an oil depot in the Stavropol region of Russia, with no casualties. Russia claims to have destroyed 83 UAVs in various regions, including occupied Crimea.
The wreckage of a downed drone fell on the territory of an IDP camp in Kyiv region
During a night attack on Kyiv region, the wreckage of a downed drone fell on the territory of an IDP camp, without causing any damage. In general, air defense systems shot down all enemy targets, with no casualties.