Southern defense forces hit Russian training ground
In southern Ukraine, the defense forces have discovered and destroyed a site where Russian troops were training.
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17 October 2024
Russia building another structure near Crimean Bridge – social media
Russians are reportedly constructing a new structure parallel to the Crimean Bridge, running alongside the main bridge. Actually, this is another bridge, though its purpose remains unclear.
Putin's inner circle influences Google to remove compromising info about them
Representatives of the Russian government, as well as businessmen and other influential Russian figures, are attempting, through PR agencies, to have investigations, reports, and news about their activities removed from Google search results.
16 October 2024
Pentagon reveals contents of additional aid package for Ukraine
The new U.S. security aid package for Ukraine, announced on Wednesday, will include NASAMS systems, missiles for air defense, artillery ammunition, anti-tank weapons, and other arms and equipment.
Russians launch 39 attacks at Sumy region over past day – RMA
The Russian forces attacked border communities in Sumy region 39 times throughout the day, resulting in a total of 80 explosions.
General Staff update: 112 combat engagements along frontlines, enemy suffering greatest losses on Pokrovsk axis
On October 15, the Ukrainian forces have repelled 112 enemy attacks across various sectors of the frontline, with the Russian forces experiencing their most significant losses in personnel and equipment on the Pokrovsk axis.
U.S. allocates USD 425M security assistance package for Ukraine – White House
President Joe Biden announced a new USD 425 million security assistance package for Ukraine, which includes air defense capability, ammunition, armored vehicles, and other weapons.
NATO cannot confirm reports of N.Korean soldiers fighting alongside Russian forces in Ukraine
NATO has yet to confirm reports that North Korean military personnel are participating in hostilities on Russia’s side against Ukraine, but it is clear that North Korea is fueling Russia’s war effort, while the deepening of its military cooperation with Russia causes deep concern.
Australia to send batch of Abrams tanks to Ukraine
Dozens of Australian Abrams tanks will be sent to Ukraine as part of a new $245 million military support package from Australia.
Russia preparing strikes on nuclear facilities in Ukraine - MFA
Russian troops are preparing for strikes on nuclear energy facilities in Ukraine.
Ukrainian intel units mop up forest area in Kharkiv region destroying entire Russian regiment
In northern Kharkiv region, units from Ukraine’s Main Directorate of Intelligence (HUR) mopped up 400 hectares of forest and destroyed nearly an entire Russian regiment.
France to deliver kamikaze drones to Ukraine in coming weeks
The first French kamikaze drones will be delivered to Ukraine within the next few weeks.
War update: 171 combat clashes in past day, Kurakhove axis hottest
Over the past day, a total of 171 combat engagements have been recorded along the frontlines of the Russo-Ukrainian war. Most of the Russian assaults were repelled in the Kurakhove axis.
Kremlin using deal with North Korea to avoid military call-up - ISW
The Kremlin is likely to use the recent comprehensive strategic partnership agreement signed off in June by Russia and North Korea in part to offset the need to replenish own manpower force and ensure border security. This further reinforces Russian leader Vladimir Putin's willingness to avoid a general military call-up for as long as possible.
Kherson city without electricity, reasons not yet known
The city of Kherson remains without electricity supply, the reasons are not yet known.
Air defenses destroy all Russian drones approaching Kyiv – city administration
Air defense forces destroyed all Russian strike UAVs headed toward Kyiv on the night of October 16.
Russian army loses another 1,450 soldiers in Ukraine in past day
The Russian army’s combat losses in Ukraine from February 24, 2022 to October 16, 2024 amount to nearly 672,850 invaders, including another 1,450 troops killed or wounded in action in the past day.
Ukrainian forces shoot down 51 enemy Shahed UAVs overnight
Ukrainian defense forces shot down 51 Russian attack UAVs overnight, while 60 drones disappeared from radars.
Russians strike industrial facility in Ternopil region at night, fire breaks out
The Russian army attacked an industrial facility in the Ternopil region at night, igniting a massive fire.
Russian army shells Zaporizhzhia region 388 times in past day
The Russian military struck nine settlements in the Zaporizhzhia region 388 times in the past day, October 15.
Russia keeps one missile carrier in Black Sea
As of Wednesday morning, October 16, there was one Russian Kalibr cruise missile carrier on combat duty in the Black Sea.
15 October 2024
Air alert declared in Kyiv, number of regions
An air alert has been declared in Kyiv and a number of regions due to the threat of attack UAVs.
Explosions occurred in Kharkiv - Russia attacks with guided bombs
On Tuesday evening, October 15, the Russian army struck Kharkiv with guided aerial bombs.
In Kursk region, property of 5 churches transferred to local religious communities for safekeeping
Representatives of religious communities of the Sudzha district and Sudzha in the Ukraine-controlled territory of the Kursk region (Russian Federation) were given the property of five Orthodox churches for safekeeping.
Man died in Hlushkivka, Kharkiv region, as result of shelling
A man was killed in the village of Hlushkivka, Kuryliv community in Kharkiv region, as a result of Russian shelling.
Pregnant woman and child injured in Russian shelling of Nikopol district
Russians attacked the Nikopol district, injuring a pregnant woman and a 4-year-old child.
Russian forces attack minibus in Kherson with drone
The Russian military again attacked a minibus in Kherson with a drone, damaging the windshield.
Kharkiv region announces mandatory evacuation from Kupiansk and three neighboring communities
The Kharkiv region has announced the mandatory evacuation of all residents of four communities in the Kupiansk district, including the city of Kupiansk. Additionally, a forced evacuation of families with children has been announced in the Borova community.
Names of 13 out of 16 Ukrainian POWs shot during surrender identified – PG’s Office
Law enforcement agencies have identified the names of 13 out of 16 servicemen who were shot while surrendering in the Pokrovsk direction.
General Staff update: 96 combat clashes on frontlines, most in Kurakhove sector
Since the beginning of the day, there have been 96 combat clashes on the front. The Kurakhove sector remains the hottest spot.