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Ukraine: New Russian attacks - Strikes in Kharkiv and Sumy
2024-08-23 05:50:08
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Ukraine: New Russian attacks - Strikes in Kharkiv and Sumy

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Russian drone attacks in Ukraine caused casualties in the Sumy and Kharkiv regions. In Sumy, two civilians were killed and in Kharkiv, one man was killed and eight others were injured.

Ukrainian forces also attacked a vehicle carrying fuel tanks, causing damage in the Krasnodar region. A fire broke out at the Kavkaz port in Russia, used for exports and fuel supplies to Crimea.

The situation in Kursk continues to escalate, with over 133,000 people displaced and Russia claiming gains. The Ukrainian army sank a Russian ferry carrying oil in the port of Kavkaz, and fierce fighting has been reported in the east.

Ukraine is facing an energy crisis and fears a harsh winter with massive power outages. The US and NATO have pledged support to Ukraine, while Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi visits Kiev amidst criticism for his Moscow visit.

Germany increases security level at Geilenkirchen air base due to a possible threat.

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Russia's Vulnerabilities Exposed as Ukraine Launches Offensive

Ukraine's surprise incursion into the Kursk region has revealed vulnerabilities in Russia's border security. The Ukrainian offensive has caught Moscow, observers, and Ukraine's Western allies off guard. The capture of over 1,000 square kilometers of Russian territory in Kursk has significant implications for Russia, as it exposes the idea that the Russian border is impermeable. This development is likely to breed long-term discontent among Russian domestic populists and change the perception of war in Russian society. Meanwhile, Ukraine continues to suffer heavy losses in the Donbass region, where Russian forces are rapidly advancing. The conflict has escalated the use of drones, with Ukraine launching attacks on Russian military facilities using 28 drones. The Ukrainian offensive has rattled the Kremlin and poses challenges for Russian President Putin. As the situation unfolds, there are concerns about the impact on negotiations and discussions on a potential resolution to the stalemate between Ukraine and Russia. The offensive marks the first capture of Russian territory since World War II, highlighting the gravity of the situation. Both sides are intensifying their military activities, further escalating the conflict.

Putin accuses Ukraine of attempting to strike the nuclear power ... power plant

Russian President Putin has accused Ukraine of attempting to strike the nuclear power plant in the Kursk region. The International Atomic Energy Agency has been informed and promises to send specialists to assess the situation. Shelters are being constructed in the cities of Kursk, Zheleznogorsk, and Kurchatov to protect the population. Ukrainian President Zelenskyy visited the region and met with General Sirskyi. Ukrainian forces have carried out a cross-border attack, capturing another Russian village and detaining Russian soldiers. The situation in the region remains tense, with ongoing fighting and military advances. Both Russia and Ukraine have accused each other of aggression. The conflict has resulted in a significant number of refugees, with over 133,000 people evacuated from the Kursk region. The international community is closely monitoring the situation, and there are concerns about the safety of nuclear power plants in the region. Efforts to de-escalate the conflict and find a peaceful resolution are ongoing, but the situation remains highly volatile.

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Ukraine-Krieg im Liveticker: +++ 02:12 Ukraine verzeichnet 53 russische Angriffe nahe Pokrowsk - an einem Tag +++ - n-tv.de

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Russian forces intensify offensive in eastern Ukraine, aim to capture strategic hub Pokrovsk

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[Kyiv, May 22 Reuters] - According to the Ukrainian military, Russian forces are repeatedly attacking along the eastern front line and continue to aim to capture the strategic hub of Pokrovsk. On the eastern front, the Russian forces also attacked Ukrainian positions near the settlement of Niuyork (New York), which Russia had previously claimed to have captured, but this has not been confirmed by the Ukrainian side.
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22. August 2024 um 21:48

Ferry sinks in southern Russia after attack by Ukrainian forces, 2 missing

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[Moscow, 22 Reuters] - On 22nd, in the port of Caucasus in the Krasnodar region of southern Russia, a ferry loaded with fuel tanks was set on fire and sank after being attacked by Ukrainian forces. This was revealed by the local authorities. The governor of Krasnodar region announced on the messaging app Telegram that 17 crew members of the ferry were rescued. Rescue operations are ongoing and the whereabouts of 2 crew members remain unknown. So far, no comments have been made by Ukraine regar..
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