Major Military Situation Updates - December 13, 2024, 19:50:01 UTC
Krasnoarmiisk (Pokrovsk) Direction:
Ukrainian forces launched counterattacks near Shevchenko and Novovasylivka, taking positions on the northern outskirts of Shevchenko and near Novovasylivka.
Russian forces responded with artillery and drone strikes, with heavy fighting along the entire line south to Krasne (Sontsivka). Ukrainian reserves were deployed near Shevchenko to halt Russian advances.
Russian forces advanced within 2km of Pokrovsk's outskirts, with small groups infiltrating the city. They captured Novotroitskoye, Zarya, and Shevchenko.
Positional fighting was reported near Krasnoarmiysk, with shelling on Russian forward positions on the Krasnoarmiysk-Kurakhove railway and on the outskirts of Novyi Trud. An advance of over 2km was made on the southern flank of Krasnoarmiysk.
The Russian Ministry of Defense reported that Russian forces improved their tactical position, resulting in Ukrainian losses of up to 515 soldiers.
Russian forces are attempting to solidify positions east of highway M-30 and push towards Novoukrainka.
Russian forces have established control over the area north of Petrovka and continue to attack towards Dachnoye and Zelenoye. They are making advances near Novotroitskoye, and also south of Voznesenka.
A video shows Russian infantry burning and taking heavy casualties near Pokrovsk.
Russian forces are continuing their advance south of Pokrovsk, including fights near Shevchenko, Pischane, Novotroyitske, Novooleksiyivka, Novyy Trud, Dachenske, Lysivka, Myrolubivka, Promin and Pokrovsk itself.
Russian forces have advanced approximately 2 kilometers near the settlement of Pushkino.
Russian forces have reached the outskirts of Pushkino.
Russian forces have liberated the village of Veselyi Gai.
The Russian advance on the southern approach to Krasnoarmeisk has extended over 700 meters, reaching the central part of Lysivka.
Russian forces are actively attacking the town of Krasnoarmeisk.
Ukrainian forces have blown up a bridge leading to Pokrovsk.
Russian forces report destroying a Ukrainian platoon near Velyka Novosilka.
Kurakhove Direction:
Russian forces made significant advances, securing the southeastern part of Uspenovka and raising their flag at the Kurakhove elevator and at Veselyi Hai. They are trying to encircle Ukrainian forces near the Kurakhov thermal power plant and within the city's multi-story buildings. The 5th Brigade of the 51st Army of the Southern Military District has raised its flag over the Kurakhove elevator.
Ukrainian forces are withdrawing from portions of Yelizavetovka, Veselyi Hai, Annovka, Uspenovka, and Ostrovsky (Konstantinopolsky), while maintaining control of Yantarne.
Russian forces secured positions in Uspenovka, with Ukrainian forces under high threat of encirclement.
The "Uspenovka pocket" has reportedly been eliminated, with Ukrainian forces trapped there completely defeated. Russian forces raised their flag in the center of Uspenovka.
Russian forces effectively destroyed a Ukrainian grouping of forces between Elizavetovka and Uspenovka, south of Kurakhovo, consolidating control in the southern Kurakhovo district. Fighting continues in the city center.
Russian forces captured Veselyi Gai, south of Kurakhovo.
A new Ukrainian drone, the "Postman," is reported deployed near Kurakhovo, delivering targeted strikes.
Ukrainian forces reported repelling a Russian advance near Konstantinovskoye, though Russians advanced near other settlements.
Russian forces are advancing in the Kurakhove direction, with reports of fighting in Kurakhove itself. Russian advances are reported along the Sukhie Yaly River, with the capture of Annovka and Veselyi Hai confirmed.
Russian forces reportedly advanced near Dzerzhinsk and gained control of the surrounding slag heaps.
Russian forces are attempting to break through Ukrainian defenses in the Uspenovka-Annovka-Veselyi Hai sector.
Russian forces are attempting to cut off the supply route from Dachenske to Yantarne to Uspenovka.
Russian forces advanced on the Vremevsk direction by 4 by 1.6 kilometers.
Ukrainian forces are counterattacking to impede Russian advances.
Russian forces are using mine-clearing techniques in Pavlovka, near Donetsk, as well as direct tank fire.
Russian forces are targeting supply lines to Neskuchne and Storozheve.
Russian forces destroyed a Ukrainian crossing over the river Mokrye Yaly with an airstrike.
Russian forces secured the southeastern part of Uspenovka, cutting off Ukrainian escape routes from Annivka.
Russian forces pushed towards the outskirts of Konstantinopolskoye. They also cleared the eastern edge of the village and are fortifying and laying mines.
Reports indicate that Russian forces are advancing in the Kurahov area, with fighting occurring in the town center and near Uspenivka, with a reported push towards the outskirts of Konstantinopolskoye.
Video evidence of Ukrainian tank engagements near Romaniivka and Russian drone strikes against Ukrainian forces near Kurakhovo has been confirmed.
Video showing Russian forces in the area of Kurakhove’s elevator has been released.
A video shows the assault of Russian forces on a Ukrainian position near Kurakhovo.
Reports suggest significant corruption and leadership problems within the 152nd Brigade of the Ukrainian Armed Forces.
A successful Russian counter-attack in the Kurakhove region has been reported.
Russian forces have reportedly inflicted significant casualties on Ukrainian forces near Kurakhovo.
Russian forces effectively destroyed a Ukrainian grouping of forces between the villages of Elizavetovka and Uspenovka, south of Kurakhovo. Further reports indicate that Russian forces are consolidating control in the southern Kurakhovo district and that fighting continues in the city center.
Russian forces are attempting to encircle Ukrainian units near the Kurakhov thermal power plant and within the city's multi-story buildings.
Ukrainian forces are withdrawing from portions of Yelizavetovka, Veselyi Hai, Annovka, Uspenovka and Ostrovsky (Konstantinopolsky), while maintaining control of Yantarne.
Russian forces are attempting to break through Ukrainian defenses in the Uspenovka-Annovka-Veselyi Hai sector.
Russian forces are attempting to cut off the supply route from Dachenske to Yantarne to Uspenovka.
Russian forces have advanced on the Vremevsk direction by 4 by 1.6 kilometers.
Ukrainian forces are counterattacking to impede Russian advances.
Russian forces are using mine-clearing techniques in Pavlovka, near Donetsk, as well as direct tank fire.
Russian forces are targeting supply lines to Neskuchne and Storozheve.
Russian forces destroyed a Ukrainian crossing over the river Mokrye Yaly with an airstrike.
Russian forces secured the southeastern part of Uspenovka, cutting off Ukrainian escape routes from Annivka.
Russian forces pushed towards the outskirts of Konstantinopolskoye. They also cleared the eastern edge of the village and are fortifying and laying mines.
Reports indicate that Russian forces are advancing in the Kurahov area, with fighting occurring in the town center and near Uspenivka, with a reported push towards the outskirts of Konstantinopolskoye.
Video evidence of Ukrainian tank engagements near Romaniivka and Russian drone strikes against Ukrainian forces near Kurakhovo has been confirmed.
Video showing Russian forces in the area of Kurakhove’s elevator has been released.
A video shows the assault of Russian forces on a Ukrainian position near Kurakhovo.
Reports suggest significant corruption and leadership problems within the 152nd Brigade of the Ukrainian Armed Forces.
A successful Russian counter-attack in the Kurakhove region has been reported.
Russian forces have reportedly inflicted significant casualties on Ukrainian forces near Kurakhovo.
Russian forces are advancing near Kurakhovo, securing the town's city council, the southern portion of the town, and are positioned along Grueshevaya street and Lermontov street.
Russian forces have also taken the town of Zarya in the Donetsk People's Republic.
Fighting is ongoing near the fire station on Grueshevaya street, and near a school, a lyceum, and the high school on Pushkina street in Kurakhovo.
Fighting is continuing near Yelizavetovka and Sukhyi Yaly.
Fighting is continuing near Yelizavetovka and Sukhyi Yaly.
Over 20 Ukrainian soldiers reportedly killed near Storozheve and Neskuchne.
Russian forces captured five Ukrainian soldiers near Velyka Novosilka, and additional soldiers in other regions of Ukraine.
Ukrainian forces in Uspenovka, Hannevka, Trudove, Veselyi Gai and Romanivka are at risk of encirclement, and the current withdrawal route is inadequate, with Russian forces having entered Uspenovka and fighting on its territory. Ukrainian forces are reportedly experiencing heavy losses as a result of this encirclement.
A pro-Russian source shows Russian forces engaging Ukrainian positions in Kurakhovo.
A pro-Russian source shows Russian forces destroying a Ukrainian armored vehicle in the Kharkiv region with a drone strike.
A pro-Russian source shows drone footage of a Russian strike on a Ukrainian FPV drone relay point in Kurakhovo.
A pro-Russian source shows Russian strikes on Ukrainian soldiers in Kurakhovo.
Ukrainian forces are facing a highly critical situation in the Uspenovka area, with a high risk of encirclement.
Russian forces have advanced into Uspenovka, leading to fierce fighting within the village and a growing risk of Ukrainian forces being encircled.
Russian forces have effectively destroyed a Ukrainian grouping of forces between the villages of Elizavetovka and Uspenovka, south of Kurakhovo. Further reports indicate that Russian forces are consolidating control in the southern Kurakhovo district and that fighting continues in the city center.
Russian forces are attempting to encircle Ukrainian units near the Kurakhov thermal power plant and within the city's multi-story buildings.
Reports indicate a firefight near the Antonovsky Bridge in Kherson Oblast. Residents confirm intense shelling from both sides for approximately 3 hours.
Drone Warfare:
Extensive Drone Activity: Widespread drone activity is reported across Ukraine, with multiple drones moving towards Kyiv, Sumy, Kharkiv, Poltava, Cherkasy, Kirovohrad, Vinnytsia, Kherson, Dnipro, and Zaporizhzhia regions.
Air Raid Alert: An air raid alert has been issued for Kyiv and several other regions, including Chernihiv, Sumy, Kharkiv, Poltava, Dnipropetrovsk, Zaporizhzhia, Donetsk, Luhansk, and Crimea.
Russian Drone Movements: A Russian drone was reported moving from Poltava towards Kyiv (Yahotyn). New groups of Russian drones entered Sumy Oblast from the Kursk region, moving west/southwest. Drones are also targeting areas in Cherkasy, Sumy, Poltava, and Chernihiv Oblasts.
Ukrainian Drone Success: Ukrainian forces report destroying a Russian "Plastun-3000" electronic warfare station with an FPV drone and damaging a Russian command post with another drone. They are also using drones to strike Russian tanks in the Novotroitskoye area and a "Baba Yaga" drone near Kupyansk. Ukrainian forces utilized a "Baba Yaga" drone to eliminate Russian troops.
Increased FPV Drone Threat: Ukrainian forces are facing an increased threat from Russian FPV drones and request more countermeasures.
Drone Attacks in Germany: Several unidentified drones were spotted over military objects in Germany, including Rheinmetall plants, a BASF chemical plant, and the US Ramstein Air Base.
FPV Drone Usage: Ukrainian forces are reportedly using FPV drones extensively and require more countermeasures against Russian drones. Ukrainian forces used an FPV drone to destroy a Russian "Baba Yaga" drone. A Russian FPV drone destroyed a Ukrainian "Baba Yaga" drone in the Kupyansk region. A Russian FPV drone destroyed an M1 Abrams tank in the Kursk region.
River Crossing Destruction: The Russian army has reportedly destroyed a crossing over the Mokrye Yaly river using an airstrike, preventing troop reinforcements.
Reconnaissance and Guided Strikes: Russian forces are using reconnaissance drones, and then strike with guided missiles on the Polozhsk direction.
Drone Technology: The Russian military is reportedly using "Kulibin Club" donations to develop new drone, electronic warfare, robotic, and tactical transport technology. A new type of Russian drone that uses fiber optics to target vehicles has been reported. A Russian soldier used an RPO-A "Shmel" rocket propelled grenade on a Ukrainian position in Shevchenko.
Reports indicate that 13 Ukrainian drones were intercepted over Belgorod, Rostov, and Astrakhan regions, and a further 14 over Bryansk Oblast, further strengthening Russian air defenses.
Reports indicate that 13 Ukrainian drones were intercepted over Belgorod, Rostov, and Astrakhan regions, and a further 14 over Bryansk Oblast, further strengthening Russian air defenses.
A Ukrainian drone strike near the border with Russia targeted an Orlan drone, successfully destroying it.
A successful FPV drone strike by the 56th Separate Airborne Assault Brigade destroyed an M1 Abrams tank in Kursk Oblast.
14th and 16th Special Forces Brigade Drone Operations: The 14th and 16th Special Forces Brigades conducted successful drone operations targeting enemy vehicles, field depots, and manpower near the Sukhie Yaly River and Serebryansk forest respectively.
Successful Ukrainian drone strikes near Vovchansk: The drone strikes resulted in the confirmed deaths of approximately 30 Russian soldiers.
Two Ukrainian drones simultaneously struck a single target.
Russia destroyed a Ukrainian "Plastun-3000" electronic warfare station with an FPV drone.
Ukrainian forces are experiencing an increased threat from FPV drones.
Ukrainian forces are using drones in the area of Kurakhovo.
Ukrainian forces are using drones to strike Russian tanks in the Novotroitskoye area.
A Russian FPV drone destroyed an Ukrainian "Baba Yaga" drone in the Kupyansk region.
Ukrainian forces are reporting increased drone activity as new groups of drones are entering the country from the Sumy region, heading west/southwest, with the drone path going through Sumy, and also entering the country from the Kursk region.
Russian operators of FPV drones are reported to have destroyed an Ukrainian "Baba Yaga" drone near Kupyansk.
A Ukrainian FPV drone attack on a tank was reported near Novotroitskoye.
The Novoshahtinsk oil refinery in Rostov region was reportedly attacked by drones.
Russian forces have destroyed 10 Ukrainian drones in Rostov and Belgorod regions in the last hour.
Russian forces have reported destroying a Ukrainian armored vehicle with a drone in the Kharkiv region.
The Russian army has presented images of a Ukrainian vehicle they've captured, modified to act as an anti-drone platform.
A Russian FPV drone destroyed an Ukrainian "Baba Yaga" drone in the Kupyansk region.
Russian forces are actively attempting to destroy Ukrainian drones, including Baba Yaga and other systems.
Russian forces have destroyed 6 Ukrainian drones over Rostov Oblast and 4 over Belgorod Oblast.
A Ukrainian UAV has crashed in the center of Kyiv, specifically in the Pecherskyi district.
Another Ukrainian UAV is moving towards the central part of Kyiv.
Multiple drones were detected moving towards Kyiv, Sumy, Poltava, Kirovohrad, Cherkasy and Vinnytsia Oblasts
Russian forces are actively deploying drones in the Sumy Oblast, with large formations detected moving southwest into the region, including some moving toward Pryluky.
A high speed object has been detected moving in the Sumy area.
Ukrainian forces are reporting an increase in FPV drone activity.
Ukrainian forces have used FPV drones on Russian vehicles in Kharkiv region.
Russian forces claim to have destroyed Ukrainian vehicles with drones on the Kharkiv front.
Russian forces have used drones to destroy a Ukrainian armored vehicle in a wooded area.
Multiple Ukrainian drones are traveling west from Sumy Oblast.
Multiple Ukrainian drones are traveling southwest from Poltava Oblast.
Ukrainian forces may have used a fiber optic drone to attack a Russian vehicle.
Ukrainian forces may be using modified drones with tail fins and mini-bombs for more effective attacks.
Russian forces have used FPV drones to destroy a Ukrainian armored vehicle in a forest.
Ukrainian forces are using precision-guided FPV drones.
Drone activity is increasing in Sumy, Poltava, Chernihiv and Kharkiv.
New drones are entering the Sumy oblast from Kursk, heading southwest, while additional drones are entering Sumy from the northeast.
A new group of drones is entering Zaporizhzhia from the temporarily occupied territories and heading north.
Drones are moving toward Mirgorod and Kremenchug (Poltava) from the northeast.
Drones are moving from the southeast into Chernihiv and from the southeast into Kharkiv.
Drones are moving from the northwest into Vinnitsya.
Drones are moving from the northeast into Kirovohrad.
Drones are moving from the northeast into Cherkasy.
Drones are moving from the southeast into Zaporizhzhia.
Drones are moving northeast from the Zaporizhzhia region into Dnipro.
Drones are moving from the northeast towards the city of Kharkiv.
Drones are moving from the east towards Chernihiv.
There is a threat of Russian drones in Kherson from the northeast.
There is a threat of drones from the northeast in the Khmelnytska region.
Drones are moving northeast towards Kremenchu and Cherkasy.
Drones are moving towards Starokostyantyniv in the Khmelnytska region from the east.
Drones are moving towards Kryvyi Rih from the southeast.
Drones are moving towards Chernihiv from the east.
There is a threat of Russian drones in Kharkiv from the northwest.
Drones are also moving towards various locations from the west and northwest.
New groups of drones are entering Sumy region from the north, heading south.
New groups of drones are entering the Dnipropetrovsk region from the occupied parts of Zaporizhzhia, heading northwest.
There is a threat of hostile drones in Nikopol, moving from the southeast.
There is a threat of hostile drones in Starokostiantyniv, moving from the east.
There is a threat of hostile drones in Kryvyi Rih moving from the southeast.
There is a threat of hostile drones in Chernihiv moving from the east.
Hostile drones are moving from the north into Sumy Oblast, heading south.
Hostile drones are moving from the northwest into Kharkiv.
There is a threat of hostile drones in Kherson moving from the northeast.
8 mopeds from Sumy Oblast are moving to Poltava Oblast via Romny.
2 mopeds are near Zlatopil, Kharkiv Oblast, heading west.
Several groups of UAVs are in Sumy Oblast, heading towards Poltava Oblast.
A group of UAVs is in Kharkiv Oblast, heading west.
A group of UAVs is in the north of Poltava Oblast, heading towards Myrhorod.
Drones are moving southwest/north in Sumy Oblast.
New groups of drones are entering Sumy Oblast from the Kursk region and heading southwest.
Russian tactical aircraft launched guided air bombs in the Sumy region.
New groups of Russian drones are entering the Zaporizhzhia region from temporarily occupied territories, heading north.
There is a threat of Russian drones from the northeast in Kherson.
Reports of multiple successful drone strikes by Russian forces near the border of the Kursk region.
Ukraine reports receiving 230 additional drones, bringing the total to 125,754 FPV drones.
A Ukrainian drone strike near the border with Russia targeted an Orlan drone, successfully destroying it.
A successful FPV drone strike by the 56th Separate Airborne Assault Brigade destroyed an M1 Abrams tank in Kursk Oblast.
The 331st Regiment, 98th Airborne Division, eliminated a Ukrainian position ("Baba Yaga") on the Chasov Yar front.
Missile Attacks:
Massive Attack: Ukraine reports a massive Russian attack that involved 93 missiles and 200 drones. 81 missiles were shot down, including 11 cruise missiles shot down by F-16. Russia states that this strike was in response to the Ukrainian use of ATACMS missiles near Taganrog.
North Korean Missile: A North Korean missile was used in the attacks.
Strategic Bomber Activity: Multiple Tu-95MS strategic bombers are airborne, with repeated launch maneuvers in the Caspian Sea.
Kalibr Missile Mobilization: Mobile launch platforms for Kalibr missiles are mobilizing in Novorossiysk.
Ballistic Missile Threat: Ballistic missile threat originates from Crimea.
Multiple Launches: Multiple Russian missile launches are expected, with some targeted at Pryluky, and multiple Kalibr missiles are heading towards the Kirovograd Oblast, with some later changing course to Odesa and Kryvyi Rih.
Kh-101 Missiles: Multiple Kh-101 missiles entered Ukrainian airspace through the Sumy Oblast and are traveling through the Cherkasy, Kyiv, and Kharkiv regions.
Kinzhal Missiles: Kinzhal Missiles are being launched towards western Ukraine, with vectors including Zvyagel, Shepetovka, Ternopil, Stryi, Burshytn, and Zakarpattia.
Cruise Missile Launches: Multiple Cruise missiles are being launched from the Kherson region in the direction of Mykolaiv, and from the Kharkiv region towards Poltava and Dnipropetrovsk regions, with some missiles passing near Bila Tserkva.
Ballistic Missile Launches: Multiple ballistic missiles have been launched towards Odesa from Crimea.
New Missile: A new type of air-to-surface missile is being used in the Kherson region in the direction of Voznesensk and Pervomaisk, and towards Bashtanka.
Targeted Infrastructure: Russia is targeting key Ukrainian infrastructure including transportation and energy networks.
KAB Bombs: Three Ukrainian DSNs (State Emergency Service) workers were injured by a Russian attack using KABs (guided bombs) in Stepnohirsk in the Zaporizhzhia region.
Intense Attack: The Prykarpattya region is facing its most intense attack since the start of the full-scale invasion.
Energy Infrastructure: Attacks were made on energy infrastructure in Lviv, Ternopil and Ivano-Frankivsk Oblasts. 50% of the Ternopil region is without power.
Russian Rationale: Russian forces stated their attacks were in retaliation for Ukrainian ATACMS attacks on Taganrog.
Strike on Fuel/Energy Infrastructure: Russian missile strikes were focused on critical infrastructure targets in the fuel and energy sectors that support the Ukrainian military-industrial complex.
Ukrainian Air Defense Success: A Ukrainian soldier from the Kherson anti-aircraft missile brigade shot down a Russian cruise missile using a "Stinger" MANPADS during a massive missile attack on the morning of December 13th.
Potential New Russian Missile Attack: Monitoring resources suggest that Russia might launch a new missile attack using the "Oreshnik" missile on December 18th, when the Kapustin Yar test site is expected to close.
Poland has scrambled their airforce due to the multiple missile strikes over Ukrainian territory near its border.
A missile or drone attack on Taganrog, Rostov Oblast, resulted in damage to an industrial facility, a boiler plant, and vehicles, possibly using ATACMS missiles.
Two Russian missiles were shot down over Dnipropetrovsk Oblast.
Ukrainian tactical aviation is conducting guided air bomb strikes in Donetsk region.
Russian forces attacked Ukrainian positions using guided air bombs.
United States:
The US completed successful testing of a ground-based hypersonic missile, the "Dark Eagle," with a reported range of 2800 km and a speed of Mach 17 (glider component reaching Mach 5).
The US has allocated a $500 million aid package to Ukraine.
The Biden administration intends to accelerate arms supplies to Ukraine, to provide Kyiv with a "huge amount of weapons" before Trump's inauguration.
The US opposes the use of US-made missiles by the Ukrainian military inside Russia.
Trump is suggesting that Europe deploy peacekeeping forces in Ukraine to establish a ceasefire.
The US will announce another aid package for Ukraine which will include additional air defense systems, artillery, drones, and armored vehicles.
The US State Department has imposed visa restrictions on officials and security forces from Georgia.
Ukraine has received another military aid package from the US, which will include air defense, artillery, drones, and military vehicles.
US has announced over $440 million in aid for the Ukrainian economy.
Reports suggest that the Biden administration is considering imposing stricter sanctions on Russian oil exports before Trump's inauguration, potentially impacting global oil prices.
President Biden's claim that the US significantly weakened Russia is refuted.
The US Congress is requesting an assessment on reduced support for Ukraine and the threat of aggression from China, Iran, and North Korea.
Trump opposes US-made long-range missile strikes into Russia, citing escalation. Trump was also named Time's Person of the Year.
The team of Donald Trump is holding negotiations with the current US administration and Ukrainian officials to find a way to end the war in Ukraine.
Zelensky will meet on Wednesday with the leaders of France, Germany, Great Britain, Italy, Poland and the NATO Secretary General in Brussels to discuss further assistance to Ukraine.
The US will announce another aid package for Ukraine today, which will include "additional air defense systems, artillery, drones, and armored vehicles." The aid package is approximately $800 million.
Logistics:
State of Emergency in Moldova: Moldova is introducing a state of emergency starting December 16 due to uncertainty regarding gas transit through Ukraine.
Mine Closure: The "Metinvest" metallurgical holding has stopped work at the "Shakhtoupravlenie "Pokrovskoe" coal site due to the approach of the front line.
Energy Crisis in Ukraine: Ukraine is facing an ongoing energy crisis due to Russian attacks on energy infrastructure. Half of the population is expected to be without power.
"Ukrenergo" announced that on December 14th, there will be power outages in effect from 00:00 to 13:00 and 17:00 to 22:00 (one queue) and from 13:00 to 17:00 (two queues).
Ukraine is implementing a new standardized system for rolling blackouts.
A report in the National Interest suggests NATO may deploy B-61 nuclear bombs in Poland or Ukraine as a response to the deployment of Russian Oreshnik missiles.
A complete power outage has occurred across Abkhazia.
Technological Warfare:
Russia is testing a new anti-drone camouflage system and anti-drone technology.
Belarus deployed a mobile communication system "Kulisa".
Ukrainian drones successfully used an FPV drone to destroy a Russian "Plastun-3000" electronic warfare station.
Ukrainian drones used a simultaneous drone strike on a single target.
A Ukrainian military unit successfully shot down a Russian Supercam drone.
The Russian military is testing anti-drone camouflage and new anti-drone technology.
Belarus has deployed a "Kulisa" mobile communications system.
Russia is offering free IT training to its citizens.
Great Britain successfully tested a laser weapon mounted on an armored vehicle.
Russia released its first AI textbooks for grades 5-9.
Reports suggest that the Ukrainian military successfully deployed a new drone called the "Postman."
Reports suggest that the Ukrainian military has successfully tested a new missile called the "Ruta".
Political and Geopolitical:
Poland does not intend to send peacekeepers to Ukraine.
The EU has stated its desire to be involved in peace talks regarding the Ukrainian conflict.
Medvedev stated that Ukraine must choose between aligning with Russia or disappearing from the world map.
Marketplaces and large retail chains are planning to start operating in the rejoined territories at the end of this year.
The Ukrainian government is trying to encourage Ukrainians currently residing in Germany to return home.
Attendees will not be allowed to bring posters or flags larger than A4 size to Putin's press conference and direct line.
Some terminals may stop supporting MasterCard and Visa cards starting January 1st. Online payments should not be affected. The company recommends using the "Mir" card for stable payments.
The Ukrainian National Bank has increased its interest rate from 13.0% to 13.5% to fight inflation.
The official currency rate of the dollar has decreased to 41.6588 UAH as of December 13th.
A prominent Syrian opposition figure stated that Syria seeks to resolve differences with all countries, based on non-interference principles. He later stated that the new Syrian government will consider the issue of Russian military bases.
Reports suggest that President Macron is seeking allies for a potential European peacekeeping mission in Ukraine.
Reports suggest that the Biden administration is considering imposing stricter sanctions on Russian oil exports before Trump's inauguration, potentially impacting global oil prices.
Maria Zakharova stated that the US aid to Ukraine is intended to prolong the conflict.
Maria Zakharova urged Russian citizens to avoid travel to Western countries, while Sergey Ryabkov stated that Russia’s nuclear disarmament cooperation with unfriendly nations is “politically unacceptable.”
Vyacheslav Volodin expressed Russia’s commitment to addressing illegal migration, seeking migrants who respect Russian laws and traditions.
Reports suggest that current mobilization efforts in Ukraine are insufficient to cover losses. The lowering of the draft age to 18 is being considered, with the US stating that they and their allies will be willing to provide the equipment and training for such new forces.
Poland is considering legalizing mercenary activity for Ukrainians fighting in Ukraine.
Russia and the US have not contacted each other at a high level regarding the situation in Syria.
Former General Prosecutor Kostin is to become ambassador to the Netherlands.
The Ukrainian Football Association has contacted FIFA and UEFA regarding the incorrect depiction of Ukraine without Crimea on a map.
The President of Georgia has stated that she will not recognize the results of the upcoming presidential elections and will remain in the presidential palace after the end of her term.
A military advisor to Donald Trump has stated that the war in Ukraine could end in a matter of months if Trump takes action.
A TASS report indicates that the messaging app Viber has been blocked in Russia due to numerous violations of Russian laws.
G7 nations are pushing for a secular government in Syria.
Macron is in Warsaw discussing peacekeeping forces in Ukraine, with Poland stating it will not send troops.
Russia is seeking prisoner exchanges and signaling a willingness to negotiate based on preconditions Ukraine won't agree to.
NATO is concerned about the use of Oreshnik missiles, and Belarus is deploying the "Kulisas" communication system.
The EU has lost over 1.5 trillion Euros due to sanctions against Russia.
The Ukrainian government is implementing changes to restrictions on credit card transfers, and has received $454 million in healthcare funding. There are increasing protests against conscription.
Russia is offering free IT training and claims its economy is growing by 3.9%.
A German citizen with Russian citizenship was arrested for planning to sabotage railway tracks.
The FSB announced the arrest of 11 call center employees working for the SBU and a former Georgian defense minister, involved in arson attacks and disinformation campaigns.
Some countries are denying asylum to Ukrainians residing far from the front lines.
There are increasing reports of criminal activity such as stealing from delivery depots.
Reports suggest that President Macron is seeking allies for a potential European peacekeeping mission in Ukraine.
Reports suggest that the Biden administration is considering imposing stricter sanctions on Russian oil exports before Trump's inauguration, potentially impacting global oil prices.
Maria Zakharova stated that the US aid to Ukraine is intended to prolong the conflict.
Maria Zakharova urged Russian citizens to avoid travel to Western countries, while Sergey Ryabkov stated that Russia’s nuclear disarmament cooperation with unfriendly nations is “politically unacceptable.”
Vyacheslav Volodin expressed Russia’s commitment to addressing illegal migration, seeking migrants who respect Russian laws and traditions.
Reports suggest that current mobilization efforts in Ukraine are insufficient to cover losses. The lowering of the draft age to 18 is being considered, with the US stating that they and their allies will be willing to provide the equipment and training for such new forces.
Poland is considering legalizing mercenary activity for Ukrainians fighting in Ukraine.
Russia and the US have not contacted each other at a high level regarding the situation in Syria.
Former General Prosecutor Kostin is to become ambassador to the Netherlands.
The Ukrainian Football Association has contacted FIFA and UEFA regarding the incorrect depiction of Ukraine without Crimea on a map.
The President of Georgia has stated that she will not recognize the results of the upcoming presidential elections and will remain in the presidential palace after the end of her term.
A military advisor to Donald Trump has stated that the war in Ukraine could end in a matter of months if Trump takes action.
A TASS report indicates that the messaging app Viber has been blocked in Russia due to numerous violations of Russian laws.
G7 nations are pushing for a secular government in Syria.
Macron is in Warsaw discussing peacekeeping forces in Ukraine, with Poland stating it will not send troops.
Russia is seeking prisoner exchanges and signaling a willingness to negotiate based on preconditions Ukraine won't agree to.
NATO is concerned about the use of Oreshnik missiles, and Belarus is deploying the "Kulisas" communication system.
The EU has lost over 1.5 trillion Euros due to sanctions against Russia.
The Ukrainian government is implementing changes to restrictions on credit card transfers, and has received $454 million in healthcare funding. There are increasing protests against conscription.
Russia is offering free IT training and claims its economy is growing by 3.9%.
A German citizen with Russian citizenship was arrested for planning to sabotage railway tracks.
The FSB announced the arrest of 11 call center employees working for the SBU and a former Georgian defense minister, involved in arson attacks and disinformation campaigns.
Some countries are denying asylum to Ukrainians residing far from the front lines.
There are increasing reports of criminal activity such as stealing from delivery depots.
EU prepares sanctions against Kremlin's "hybrid operations" organizers, including Tina Kandelaki and employees of the presidential administration and GRU.
Israel carried out strikes on Syrian army objects in Latakia and Tartus provinces, where Russian military bases are located.
Trump believes that the main problem is not Ukraine, but Putin, and that Moscow will not agree to peace due to its achievements on the front, - NBC News.
The President has updated the composition of the Supreme Commander-in-Chief's Staff.
The Ministry of Health should organize medical rehabilitation in outpatient settings for persons with alcohol dependence by 2030.
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Trump is reportedly negotiating with Biden to agree on a peace deal between Ukraine and the other side by January 20th.
