Russians shell school in center of Kherson
Russian troops shelled a school in the central part of Kherson.
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19 December 2024
Invaders shell central part of Kherson, one wounded
Russian troops fired on the central part of Kherson, injuring a 77-year-old woman.
Strike on Novovorontsovka: number of casualties rises to 5
The number of victims of a Russian drone strike in the village of Novovorontsovka, Kherson region, has increased to five people, as two more wounded have been reported.
Situation is escalating in Orikhiv sector, enemy is preparing for assaults in Huliaipole sector
In the area of responsibility of the Southern Defense Forces, the number of Russian assaults remains stable. Most of them took place in the Vremivsk sector - 25. At the same time, the situation is escalating in the Orikhiv sector.
Enemy keeps trying to capture Kozatsky island - AFU
Russian occupation forces in the south continue their attempts to force the straits and gain a foothold on one of the islands. Their main focus today is Kozatsky Island in the Kherson region.
Four people wounded in Nikopol due to enemy shelling
The Russian army attacked Nikopol district, four people were injured.
Three people injured as Russians attack Novovorontsovka in Kherson region with drone
On the morning of December 19, Russian troops attacked the village of Novovorontsovka, Kherson region, with a drone. The attack resulted in injuries to three women who were outside at the time and caused damage to a shop and three cars.
Oil refinery in Russia’s Rostov region struck with Ukrainian-made missiles and drones - source
JSC Novoshakhtinsk Oil Products Plant in Russia’s Rostov region was attacked with Ukrainian-produced missiles and UAVs.
Enemy intensifies offensive actions in several frontline sectors - Syrskyi
In a phone call with UK Chief of Defense Staff Admiral Tony Radakin, Commander-in-Chief of the Armed Forces of Ukraine Oleksandr Syrskyi briefed him on the difficult battlefield situation.
Oil refinery attacked in Rostov region produces fuel for Russian army – ССD
The Novoshakhtinsk Oil Refinery, which was attacked, plays a vital role in the Russian Federation's defense industry.
Russian drone debris falls on railroad track, damages house in Kyiv region
In the Kyiv region, a private house was damaged as a result of an attack by Russian drones. Debris from a downed drone fell on a railroad track.
War update: 250 clashes along frontlines in past day, fighting most intense in Pokrovsk sector
On December 18, 250 combat engagements between the Ukrainian Defense Forces units and Russian troops were recorded at the frontline, with the fiercest battles taking place in the Pokrovsk sector.
Ukrainian forces shoot down 45 Russian drones overnight
As of 08:30, the Ukrainian Defense Forces shot down 45 enemy drones used by the Russian army to attack Ukraine on the night of December 19, and another 40 disappeared from radars.
Russian army attacks Chernihiv region's border area, injuring police officer and teenager
On the evening of December 18, the enemy attacked the border area of the Chernihiv region. The shelling resulted in two people being seriously wounded, including a police officer and a 16-year-old boy, and caused damage to a residential building.
One civilian killed, two wounded in Kherson region due to Russian strikes
Over the past 24 hours, Russian forces carried out artillery, air, and ballistic missile strikes on Kherson region, resulting in the death of one civilian and injuries to two others.
Russia's war casualties in Ukraine up by 1,530 over past day
The total combat losses of the Russian military in Ukraine from February 24, 2022, to December 19, 2024, amount to approximately 768,220 personnel, including 1,530 lost in the last 24 hours.
Russians launch nighttime strikes on Nikopol, Marhanets community
Russian forces launched nighttime strikes on Nikopol and Marhanets community in Dnipropetrovsk region using heavy artillery and drones.
Ukrainian border guards destroy Russian shelter, ammo depot in Kharkiv direction
In the Kharkiv direction, aerial reconnaissance units of Ukraine's State Border Guard Service destroyed several pieces of enemy equipment, a shelter, and a field ammunition depot of the Russian forces.
National Guard troops halt Russian assault in Siversk direction
In the Siversk direction, the Rubizh Rapid Response Brigade of the National Guard of Ukraine destroyed vehicles used by Russian forces in their attempt to storm the positions of Ukrainian defenders.
Russian strike on Kryvyi Rih: apartment buildings, hospital damaged
A Russian strike on Kryvyi Rih has caused damage to infrastructure and apartment buildings.
NATO experts to audit Ukraine’s military education system in 2025
In October 2025, NATO experts will conduct an institutional audit of Ukraine's military education system. Following this audit, Ukraine will be eligible to apply for certification of its professional military education courses in line with NATO standards.
North Korean losses in Ukraine's war surpass 200 soldiers – CCD
North Korea has suffered over 200 casualties, including killed and injured personnel, in the war waged by Russia against Ukraine.
18 December 2024
UN: 12.7M Ukrainians expected to require humanitarian assistance next year
The United Nations estimates that if Russia's war of aggression against Ukraine continues, at least 12.7 million Ukrainians will need humanitarian assistance next year.
Series of explosions heard in Kharkiv
A series of explosions was heard in Kharkiv amid the air raid alert.
Air Force shows photos of Scalp and Storm Shadow missiles in action
The Ukrainian Air Force shared photos of Scalp and Storm Shadow missiles being used in combat.
Chemical enterprise in Russia’s Rostov region comes under attack - CCD
Kamensky Combine, one of Russia's largest chemical enterprises located in the Rostov region, came under attack.
Russian aggression acute challenge for NATO, UK – Healey
The UK Secretary of State for Defense, John Healey, believes that Russian aggression remains a pressing challenge both for NATO and for his country in particular.
UK Defense Secretary: training of Ukrainian soldiers to continue regardless of possible ceasefire
Regardless of the developments in the peace process regarding the war Russia is waging against Ukraine, including any potential ceasefire, the training of Ukrainian soldiers by foreign instructors will continue.
Europe considers deploying up to 100,000 troops to Ukraine – Reuters
European leaders are discussing the possibility of sending troops to Ukraine in the event of a ceasefire or peace agreement, with estimates suggesting up to 100,000 military personnel may be needed.
Explosive remnants of war in Ukraine killed 16 children, wounded 88 others
Since the beginning of the full-scale invasion of Russia, 1,087 people have been injured in accidents involving mines and explosive remnants of war. Among them are 16 children who died and 88 others were injured.