December 2023
War news
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A new decoration for the Christmas tree: the burned down depot of Muscovites
The total combat losses of the russian enemy as of the morning of December 31, 2023 approximately amounted to:
personnel — about 359,230 (+960) people,
tanks — 5977 (+8) units,
armored combat vehicles — 11,070 (+17) units,
artillery systems — 8464 (+30) units,
RSZV — 943 (+4) units,
air defense equipment — 623 (+2) units,
aircraft — 329 (+0) units,
helicopters — 324 (+0) units,
UAVs of the operational-tactical level — 6591 (+37),
cruise missiles — 1709 (+1),
ships and boats — 23 (+0) units,
submarines — 1 (+0) units,
automotive equipment and tank trucks — 11,292 (+48) from,
special equipment – 1268 (+8).
In the Kherson direction, the Ukrainian Armed Forces press the russian enemy and try to expand the bridgehead, the Russian army suffers significant losses – Ukrainian General Staff.
FPV drones burned down a Russian depot in Luhansk region (temporarily occupied by russians). VIDEO.
Shtupun about the situation around Maryinka: active hostilities continue.
Christmas cotton in Russia
The total combat losses of the russian enemy as of the morning of December 30, 2023 approximately amounted to:
personnel — about 358,270 (+750) people,
tanks — 5969 (+16),
armored fighting vehicles — 11053 (+20),
artillery systems — 8434 (+17),
RSZV — 939 (+1),
air defense equipment — 621 (+1),
planes — 329 (+0),
helicopters — 324 (+0),
UAVs of operational-tactical level — 6554 (+15),
cruise missiles — 1708 (+88),
ships/boats — 23 (+0),
submarines — 1 (+0),
automotive equipment and tank trucks —11244 (+29),
special equipment – 1260 (+6).
The Armed Forces of Ukraine advanced to the northeast of Bakhmut, there are positional battles near Avdiivka: analysis by ISW. Map.
The windows shook: a powerful explosion rang out in Sevastopol (temporarily occupied by russians) in the morning, the russian occupiers complained of an attack by a surface drone.
Russia announced a massive attack by Ukrainian drones (video).
114 out of 158 Russian air attack vehicles were destroyed
The total combat losses of the russian enemy as of the morning of December 29, 2023 approximately amounted to:
personnel — about 357,520 (+850) people,
tanks — 5953 (+13),
armored fighting vehicles — 11,033 (+18) units,
artillery systems — 8417 (+26),
RSZV — 938 (+3) units,
air defense equipment — 620 (+3) units,
planes — 329 (+0),
helicopters — 324 (+0),
UAVs of the operational-tactical level — 6539 (+36),
cruise missiles — 1620 (+0),
ships/boats — 23 (+0),
submarines — 1 (+0),
automotive equipment and tank trucks — 11,215 (+35) units
special equipment — 1254 (+7).
Ukrainian air defense destroyed 87 missiles and 27 UAVs during a massive attack on December 29.
The Armed Forces of Ukraine restrain the enemy in the areas of Maryinka and Novomykhailivka and expand the bridgehead in the Kherson Region – General Staff.
The sounds of explosions were heard in Sevastopol (temporarily occupied by russians): what is known.
Intermediate finish: 11,000 destroyed Russian armored vehicles
The total combat losses of the russian enemy as of the morning of December 28, 2023 approximately amounted to:
personnel — about 356,670 (+920) people,
tanks — 5940 (+27) from,
armored fighting vehicles — 11015 (+42) from
artillery systems — 8391 (+15) units,
RSZV — 935 (+1) units,
air defense equipment — 617 (+1) units,
aircraft — 329 (+0) units,
helicopters — 324 (+0) units,
UAVs of the operational-tactical level — 6503 (+32),
cruise missiles — 1620 (+0),
ships and boats — 23 (+0) units,
submarines — 1 (+0) units,
automotive equipment and tank trucks — 11,180 (+40) units,
special equipment – 1247 (+7).
During December 27, Ukrainian aviation and missile forces hit 15 areas where the russian occupiers were concentrated, 4 warehouses and 2 control points – the Ukrainian General Staff.
The Russian Federation troops do not stop trying to encircle Avdiivka, the Ukrainian Defense Forces are expanding the bridgehead in the Kherson Region – Ukrainian General Staff.
On the evening of December 27, a series of explosions rang out in Sevastopol (temporarily occupied by russians).
Russia’s chemical war against Ukraine
The total combat losses of the russian enemy as of the morning of December 27, 2023 approximately amounted to:
personnel — about 355,750 (+790) people,
tanks — 5913 (+14) units,
armored combat vehicles — 10,973 (+17) units,
artillery systems — 8376 (+10) units,
RSZV — 934 (+0) units,
air defense equipment — 616 (+2) units,
aircraft — 329 (+0) units,
helicopters — 324 (+0) units,
UAVs of the operational-tactical level — 6471 (+13),
cruise missiles — 1620 (+2),
ships/boats — 23 (+0) units,
submarines — 1 (+0) units,
automotive equipment and tank trucks — 11,140 (+31) units,
special equipment – 1240 (+1).
The russian enemy tried to break through the defense of the Armed Forces of Ukraine in the Kupyansk direction, 80 clashes took place on the front during the day – General Staff.
"The situation is worse than with Bakhmut": Danilov commented on the battles for Maryinka and the tactics of the Russians.
Russia has carried out 465 chemical attacks since the beginning of the large-scale war. The dynamics of application is increasing, – Armed Forces Support Forces.
The Russian ship "Novorossiysk" was destroyed
The total combat losses of the russian enemy as of the morning of December 26, 2023 approximately amounted to:
personnel — about 354,960 (+1,010) people,
tanks — 5899 (+22) units,
armored combat vehicles — 10,956 (+37) units,
artillery systems — 8366 (+19) units,
RSZV — 934 (+0) units,
air defense equipment — 614 (+1) units,
aircraft — 329 (+0) units,
helicopters — 324 (+0) units,
UAVs of the operational-tactical level — 6458 (+22),
cruise missiles — 1618 (+1),
ships and boats — 23 (+1) from
submarines — 1 (+0) units,
automotive equipment and tank trucks — 11109 (+34) units,
special equipment – 1239 (+5).
How did the Ukrainian Armed Forces hit the russian large amphibious ship "Novocherkask": details have emerged.
The Ukrainian defense forces are expanding the bridgehead in the Kherson region, the russian enemy has carried out 12 unsuccessful assaults – Ukrainian General Staff.
During the day, the russian enemy lost almost 400 people and 43 units of equipment in the Tavrica direction, Tarnavskyi.
Two more Russian planes were shot down
The total combat losses of the russian enemy as of the morning of December 25, 2023 approximately amounted to:
personnel — about 353,950 (+760) people,
tanks — 5877 (+19) units,
armored combat vehicles — 10,919 (+31) units,
artillery systems — 8347 (+33) units,
RSZV — 934 (+2) units,
air defense equipment — 613 (+2) units,
aircraft — 329 (+2) units,
helicopters — 324 (+0) units,
UAVs of operational-tactical level — 6436 (+32),
cruise missiles — 1616 (+2),
ships/boats — 22 (+0) units,
submarines — 1 (+0) units,
automotive equipment and tank trucks — 11,075 (+53) units,
special equipment – 1234 (+5).
The Armed Forces of Ukraine repelled enemy attacks near Klishchiivka and Andriivka, 66 combat clashes took place on the front during the day – Ukrainian General Staff.
The Ukrainian Armed Forces shot down a Russian Su-34 bomber, a Su-30 fighter in question: details.
Su-34, Su-30, 28 drones: the Ukrainian Air Force reported on the results of the day.
Intermediate finish: 11 thousand destroyed Russian cars
The total combat losses of the russian enemy as of the morning of December 24, 2023 approximately amounted to:
personnel — about 353,190 (+800) people,
tanks — 5858 (+4) units,
armored combat vehicles — 10,888 (+17) units,
artillery systems — 8314 (+28) units,
RSZV — 932 (+0) units,
air defense equipment — 611 (+0) units,
aircraft — 327 (+0) units,
helicopters — 324 (+0) units,
Operational-tactical UAV — 6404 (+20),
cruise missiles — 1614 (+1),
ships/boats — 22 (+0) units,
submarines — 1 (+0) units,
automotive equipment and tank trucks – 11022 (+27) from
special equipment ‒ 1229 (+6).
In the Kherson region, the Armed Forces of Ukraine continue measures to expand the bridgehead, the russian enemy is suffering significant losses – the Ukrainian General Staff.
The Russian occupiers unsuccessfully stormed the bridgehead in Krynyky 15 times, – Ukrainian General Staff.
The russian enemy has a lull: Humenyuk said how the downing of three Russian Su-34s affected the situation in southern Ukraine.
Three Russian bombers were destroyed at once
The total combat losses of the russian enemy as of the morning of December 23, 2023 approximately amounted to:
personnel — about 352,390 (+1,040) people,
tanks — 5854 (+17) units,
armored combat vehicles — 10,871 (+28) units,
artillery systems — 8,286 (+36) units,
RSZV — 932 (+0) units,
air defense equipment — 611 (+0) units,
aircraft — 327 (+3) units,
helicopters — 324 (+0) units,
UAVs of the operational-tactical level — 6384 (+19),
cruise missiles — 1613 (+0),
ships and boats — 22 (+0) units,
submarines — 1 (+0) units,
automotive equipment and tank trucks — 10,995 (+51) units,
special equipment – 1223 (+6).
There were 75 clashes at the front, defenders of Ukraine fought back and let the smoke to russian enemy – Ukrainian General Staff.
A powerful explosion rang out in the Crimea (temporarily occupied by russians): it was heard in Armyansk and Dzhankoy.
Ignat on the destruction of three russian Su-34: Lightning operation. Their pilots flew closer to hit our troops with anti-aircraft missiles.
Cotton in the Bryansk region
The total combat losses of the russian enemy as of the morning of December 22, 2023 approximately amounted to:
personnel — 351,350 (+1,080) people,
tanks — 5837 (+9),
armored fighting vehicles — 10843 (+18),
artillery systems — 8250 (+24),
RSZV — 932 (+0),
air defense equipment — 611 (+0),
planes — 324 (+0),
helicopters — 324 (+0),
UAVs of the operational-tactical level — 6365 (+23),
cruise missiles — 1613 (+0),
ships/boats — 22 (+0),
submarines — 1 (+0),
automotive equipment and tankers — 10944 (+25),
special equipment — 1217 (+9).
The russian occupiers are trying to knock out the Ukrainian Defense Forces from their positions on the left bank of the Kherson Region: the General Staff spoke about the hottest areas of the front. Map.
Positional battles are taking place near Kupyansk, the situation is difficult on the left bank of the Kherson region: the ISW reported on the collision. Map.
At least two drones attacked oil storage facilities in the Bryansk region of the Russian Federation — rosZMI.
Intermediate finish: 350 thousand destroyed Muscovites
The total military losses of the russian enemy as of the morning of December 21, 2023 approximately amounted to:
personnel – approx 350270 (+1080) persons
tanks — 5828 (+14) units,
armored combat vehicles — 10,825 (+31) units,
artillery systems — 8226 (+20) units,
RSZV — 932 (+4) units,
air defense equipment — 611 (+0) units,
aircraft — 324 (+0) units,
helicopters — 324 (+0) units,
UAVs of the operational-tactical level — 6342 (+26),
cruise missiles — 1613 (+1),
ships/boats — 22 (+0) units,
submarines — 1 (+0) units,
automotive equipment and tank trucks — 10,919 (+48) units,
special equipment – 1208 (+5).
The Ukrainian defense forces expand the bridgehead in the Kherson region, the russian enemy launched dozens of assaults, but was forced to retreat – Ukrainian General Staff.
The Armed Forces of Ukraine are conducting positional battles along the entire line of contact with the Russian army, fighting continues on the northwestern and southwestern flanks of Bakhmut, ISW.
How Ukraine shoots down "Shakheds": Ignat described the effective work of mobile fire groups.
Projectiles from North Korea are dangerous for Muscovites
The total military losses of the russian enemy as of the morning of December 20, 2023 approximately amounted to:
personnel — about 349,190 (+890) people,
tanks — 5814 (+16) units,
armored combat vehicles — 10,794 (+23) units,
artillery systems — 8,206 (+16) units,
RSZV — 928 (+2) units,
air defense equipment — 611 (+0) units,
aircraft — 324 (+0) units,
helicopters — 324 (+0) units,
UAVs of operational-tactical level — 6316 (+17),
cruise missiles — 1612 (+1),
ships/boats — 22 (+0) units,
submarines — 1 (+0) units,
automotive equipment and tank trucks — 10,871 (+29) units,
special equipment —1203 (+3).
During the day, 87 combat clashes took place at the front, and four of the enemy’s headquarters were hit – the Ukrainian General Staff.
Russian troops have slightly advanced near Kupyansk and Avdiyivka, fighting is going on on the left bank of the Kherson Region – ISW.
North Korea handed Russia ammunition that explodes in the sights of cannons and mortars — Ukrainian General Staff.
Muscovites do not care about their losses
The total military losses of the russian enemy as of the morning of December 19, 2023 approximately amounted to:
personnel — about 348,300 (+1140) persons,
tanks — 5798 (+15),
armored fighting vehicles — 10771 (+19),
artillery systems — 8190 (+15),
RSZV — 926 (+0),
air defense equipment — 611 (+1),
planes — 324 (+0),
helicopters — 324 (+0),
UAVs of operational-tactical level — 6299 (+9),
cruise missiles — 1611 (+1),
ships/boats — 22 (+0),
submarines — 1 (+0) units,
automotive equipment and tank trucks — 10842 (+20),
special equipment – 1200 (+2).
During the day, 105 combat clashes took place at the front, and the enemy’s artillery was hit – the Ukrainian General Staff.
The Ukrainian defense forces hold positions on the left bank of the Kherson region, the russian invaders attack near Krynky – ISW.
The Ukrainian Armed Forces restrained the russian invaders along the Kupyansk-Svatov-Kreminna line – ISW maps of battles.
Muscovites’ equipment losses – crazy or normal?
The total military losses of the russian enemy as of the morning of December 18, 2023 approximately amounted to:
personnel — about 347,160 (+1,090) people,
tanks — 5783 (+44) from,
armored fighting vehicles — 10,752 (+60) from,
artillery systems — 8175 (+38) from,
RSZV — 926 (+3) units,
air defense equipment — 610 (+1) units,
aircraft — 324 (+0) units,
helicopters — 324 (+0) units,
UAVs of operational-tactical level — 6290 (+12),
cruise missiles — 1610 (+0),
ships and boats — 22 (+0) units,
submarines — 1 (+0) units,
automotive equipment and tank trucks — 10822 (+56) from,
special equipment – 1198 (+4).
The Armed Forces of Ukraine repelled enemy attacks near Klishchiivka and Andriivka, 64 combat clashes took place on the front during the day – Ukrainian General Staff.
Drone attack on the Russian Federation on the night of December 17: An explosion rang out at the military air base in Lipetsk.
The Ukrainian defense forces hold positions on the left bank of the Kherson region, – OK "South".
Enormous losses of Muscovites’ equipment
The total military losses of the russian enemy as of the morning of December 17, 2023 approximately amounted to:
personnel — about 346,070 (+1,250) people,
tanks — 5739 (+19),
armored combat vehicles —10692 (+25),
artillery systems — 8137 (+37),
RSZV — 923 (+3),
air defense equipment — 609 (+4),
aircraft — 324 (+0),
helicopters — 324 (+0),
UAV of operational-tactical level — 6278 (+40),
cruise missiles — 1610 (+1),
ships/boats — 22 (+0),
submarines — 1 (+0),
automotive equipment and tank trucks — 10766 (+56),
special equipment – 1194 (+4).
During the day, 89 combat clashes took place at the front, the Armed Forces of Ukraine destroyed artillery and air defense equipment of the russian enemy – the Ukrainian General Staff.
The Ukrainian Armed Forces are pressuring the russian occupiers on the left bank of the Kherson region and are preparing for new operations – ISW.
Russia announced a massive drone attack. They say that 33 drones were allegedly shot down.
Heavy fighting for Avdiivka
The total military losses of the russian enemy as of the morning of December 16, 2023 approximately amounted to:
personnel — about 344,820 (+930) people,
tanks — 5720 (+14) units,
armored combat vehicles — 10,667 (+13) units,
artillery systems — 8100 (+1) units,
RSZV — 920 (+0) units,
air defense equipment — 605 (+0) units,
aircraft — 324 (+0) units,
helicopters — 324 (+0) units,
UAVs of operational-tactical level — 6238 (+12),
cruise missiles — 1609 (+1),
ships and boats — 22 (+0) units,
submarines — 1 (+0) units,
automotive equipment and tank trucks — 10,710 (+11) units,
special equipment – 1190 (+1).
During the day, 96 combat clashes took place at the front, and two depots of the enemy’s ammunition were destroyed – the Ukrainian General Staff.
Russian troops advanced near Avdiyivka, Ukrainian defense forces hold positions on the left bank of the Kherson region – ISW.
Ukrainian Air defense forces shot down 30 out of 31 drones at night, Nayev noted the effectiveness of mobile fire groups: all the details.
Depletion of Russian armored vehicles
The total military losses of the russian enemy as of the morning of December 15, 2023 approximately amounted to:
personnel — about 343,890 (+1,090) people,
tanks — 5706 (+14),
armored combat vehicles – 10654 (+38),
artillery systems — 8099 (+11),
RSZV — 920 (+0),
air defense equipment — 605 (+0),
planes — 324 (+0),
helicopters — 324 (+0),
UAVs of the operational-tactical level — 6226 (+20),
cruise missiles — 1608 (+2),
ships/boats — 22 (+0),
submarines — 1 (+0),
automotive equipment and tank trucks — 10699 (+24),
special equipment – 1189 (+4).
There were two arrivals: new details of powerful explosions surfaced in Mariupol (temporarily occupied by russians).
The Ukrainian Armed Forces continue ground operations on the left bank of the Kherson region: ISW maps.
ISW analyzed Putin’s statements about the war and further mobilization.
Muscovites suffered very high losses
The total military losses of the Russians as of December 14, 2023 approximately amounted to:
personnel — about 342,800 (+1300) persons,
tanks — 5692 (+10) units,
armored combat vehicles — 10,616 (+22) units,
artillery systems — 8,088 (+12) units,
RSZV — 920 (+1) units,
air defense equipment — 605 (+0) units,
aircraft — 324 (+0) units,
helicopters — 324 (+0) units,
UAVs of the operational-tactical level — 6206 (+33),
cruise missiles — 1606 (+10),
ships and boats — 22 (+0) units,
submarines — 1 (+0) units,
automotive equipment and tank trucks — 10,675 (+13) units,
special equipment – 1185 (+9).
"The defense of Maryinka continues": General Tarnavskyi denied the information of russian media about the full occupation of the city.
An attempt to infiltrate an russian sabotage and reconnaissance group was repelled in Sumy region.
In the Belgorod region, russian officials were blown up by a Russian landmine, and one had his legs torn off.
Great success in the cyber war against Russia
The total military losses of the Russians as of December 13, 2023 approximately amounted to:
personnel — about 341,500 (+850) people,
tanks — 5682 (+18) units,
armored combat vehicles — 10,594 (+15) units,
artillery systems — 8,076 (+3) units,
RSZV — 919 (+0) units,
air defense equipment — 605 (+0) units,
aircraft — 324 (+0) units,
helicopters — 324 (+0) units,
UAVs of operational-tactical level — 6173 (+10),
cruise missiles — 1596 (+0),
ships/boats — 22 (+0) units,
submarines — 1 (+0) units,
automotive equipment and tank trucks — 10,662 (+12) units,
special equipment – 1176 (+6).
Recovery is impossible: Ukrainian intelligence hacked the Russian tax service and destroyed the entire database.
Aviation and missile forces of the Armed Forces of Ukraine during December 12 hit 3 areas of concentration of russian occupiers, the command post and the enemy’s ammunition depot, the General Staff.
ISW: the current offensive of Russian troops may be related to discussions in the West regarding support for Ukraine.
The offensive of Muscovites on Avdiivka continues
The total military losses of the Russians as of December 12, 2023 approximately amounted to:
personnel — about 340,650 (+800) people,
tanks — 5664 (+9) units,
armored combat vehicles — 10,579 (+19) units,
artillery systems — 8,073 (+3) units,
RSZV — 919 (+0) units,
air defense equipment — 605 (+0) units,
aircraft — 324 (+0) units,
helicopters — 324 (+0) units,
UAVs of the operational-tactical level — 6163 (+9),
cruise missiles — 1596 (+10),
ships/boats — 22 (+0) units,
submarines — 1 (+0) units,
automotive equipment and tank trucks — 10,650 (+14) units,
special equipment – 1170 (+2).
During the day, 89 combat clashes took place at the front, the command post and two russian enemy’s warehouses were destroyed – Ukrainian General Staff.
"We repulse up to half a hundred assaults per day, all around are strewn with corpses": the Ukrainian Armed Forces spoke about the situation near Avdiyivka.
The russian occupiers stepped up operations near Avdiyivka, the Ukrainian Armed Forces took advantage of the bad weather to transfer forces to the Kherson region – ISW.
100% effectiveness of Ukrainian air defense
The total military losses of the Russians as of December 11, 2023 approximately amounted to:
personnel — about 339,850 (+1,030) people,
tanks — 5655 (+19) units,
armored fighting vehicles — 10,560 (+31) from,
artillery systems — 8,070 (+6) units,
RSZV — 919 (+0) units,
air defense equipment — 605 (+0) units,
aircraft — 324 (+0) units,
helicopters — 324 (+0) units,
UAVs of operational-tactical level — 6154 (+18),
cruise missiles — 1586 (+0),
ships and boats — 22 (+0) units,
submarines — 1 (+0) units,
automotive equipment and tank trucks — 10,636 (+13) units,
special equipment – 1168 (+6).
The Ukrainian defense forces hold occupied positions on the left bank of the Dnieper, 98 combat clashes took place on the front during the day – General Staff.
UkrainianAir defense forces shot down 18 out of 18 "Shaheeds" at night: the Air Force disclosed the details. Photo.
A powerful fire broke out in Feodosia (temporarily occupied by russians): an explosion was allegedly heard before it. Video.
Muscovites like to die near Avdiivka
The total military losses of the Russians as of December 10, 2023 approximately amounted to:
personnel — about 338,820 (+700) people,
tanks — 5636 (+4) units,
armored combat vehicles — 10,529 (+10) units,
artillery systems — 8,064 (+6) units,
RSZV — 919 (+0) units,
air defense equipment — 605 (+0) units,
aircraft — 324 (+0) units,
helicopters — 324 (+0) units,
UAVs of the operational-tactical level — 6136 (+0),
cruise missiles — 1586 (+1),
ships/boats — 22 (+0) units,
submarines — 1 (+0) units,
automotive equipment and tank trucks — 10,623 (+25) units,
special equipment – 1162 (+3).
The russian enemy does not stop trying to surround Avdiivka, 60 combat clashes took place on the front in a day – Ukrainian General Staff.
The Ukrainian Armed Forces eliminated hundreds of occupiers and destroyed the ammunition warehouse: Tarnavskyi spoke about the losses of the Russian Federation in the Tavria direction.
Russia is launching an amphibious assault on the left bank of the Kherson Region, the russian enemy is trying to penetrate the rear of the Ukrainian Armed Forces – Bratchuk.
Russian infantry is consumables
The total military losses of the Russians as of December 9, 2023 approximately amounted to:
personnel — about 338,120 (+900) people,
tanks — 5632 (+6) units,
armored combat vehicles — 10,519 (+11) units,
artillery systems — 8058 (+1) units,
RSZV — 919 (+0) units,
air defense equipment — 605 (+0) units,
aircraft — 324 (+0) units,
helicopters — 324 (+0) units,
UAVs of the operational-tactical level — 6136 (+0),
cruise missiles — 1585 (+14),
ships and boats — 22 (+0) units,
submarines — 1 (+0) units,
automotive equipment and tank trucks — 10,598 (+7) units,
special equipment – 1159 (+0).
Defense Forces of Ukraine continue assault operations south of Bakhmut and hold the defense of Avdiyivka – General Staff.
The russian enemy tracked down and tried to destroy the Ukrainian HIMARS, but failed. Video.
The Russian army has changed its defense tactics on the eastern bank of the Dnieper in the Kherson region – ISW.
Muscovites continue to attack Avdiivka
The total military losses of the Russians as of December 8, 2023 approximately amounted to:
personnel — about 337,220 (+990) people,
tanks — 5626 (+8) units,
armored combat vehicles — 10,508 (+26) units,
artillery systems — 8057 (+12) units,
RSZV — 919 (+0) units,
air defense equipment — 605 (+0) units,
aircraft — 324 (+0) units,
helicopters — 324 (+0) units,
UAVs of the operational-tactical level — 6136 (+20),
cruise missiles — 1571 (+0),
ships/boats — 22 (+0) units,
submarines — 1 (+0) units,
automotive equipment and tank trucks — 10,591 (+30) units,
special equipment – 1159 (+3).
The Armed Forces of Ukraine repelled enemy attacks near Klishchiivka and Andriivka, 89 combat clashes took place on the front during the day – General Staff. The Armed Forces of Ukraine repelled enemy attacks near Klishchiivka and Andriivka, 89 combat clashes took place on the front during the day – General Staff
"Baba Yaga" arrived: Ukrainian border guards hit several "fat" targets of the russian occupiers (video).
Avdiyivka: there were no such intense battles during the entire war, the Russians have a lot of drones – the ZSU.
They began to kill traitors to Ukraine
The total military losses of the Russians as of December 7, 2023 approximately amounted to:
personnel — about 336,230 (+1,120) people,
tanks — 5618 (+18) units,
armored combat vehicles — 10,482 (+26) units,
artillery systems — 8,045 (+21) units,
RSZV — 919 (+0) units,
air defense equipment — 605 (+0) units,
aircraft — 324 (+0) units,
helicopters — 324 (+0) units,
UAVs of the operational-tactical level — 6116 (+33),
cruise missiles — 1571 (+1),
ships and boats — 22 (+0) units,
submarines — 1 (+0) units,
automotive equipment and tank trucks — 10,561 (+29) units,
special equipment – 1156 (+3).
During the day, 91 combat clashes took place at the front, a helicopter and a warehouse of the enemy’s ammunition were destroyed – the Ukrainian General Staff.
The positions were not lost: the Kharkiv regional administration denied the statement about the capture of the village near Kupyansk by russians.
The SBU liquidated Ilya Kiva, – NV’s source.
Intermediate finish: 8 thousand destroyed Russian guns
The total military losses of the Russians as of December 6, 2023 approximately amounted to:
personnel — about 335,110 (+1,270) people,
tanks — 5,600 (+13) units,
armored combat vehicles — 10,456 (+40) units,
artillery systems — 8024 (+37) from
RSZV — 919 (+6) units,
air defense equipment — 605 (+0) units,
aircraft — 324 (+1) units,
helicopters — 324 (+0) units,
UAVs of the operational-tactical level — 6083 (+51),
cruise missiles — 1570 (+0),
ships/boats — 22 (+0) units,
submarines — 1 (+0) units,
automotive equipment and tank trucks — 10,532 (+49) units,
special equipment – 1153 (+5).
The Ukrainian defense forces will continue to hold occupied positions on the left bank of the Dnieper, 97 combat clashes took place on the front during the day – General Staff.
A Russian Su-24M bomber was destroyed in the Zmijiny island area.
The russian enemy was forced to retreat from two positions: the Ukrainian Defense Forces attacked the russian occupiers near the Avdiivka coke chemical plant – ISW.
Intermediate finish: 6 thousand destroyed Russian UAVs
The total military losses of the Russians as of December 5, 2023 approximately amounted to:
personnel — about 333,840 (+1,030) people,tanks — 5587 (+7),
armored fighting vehicles — 10416 (+15),
artillery systems — 7987 (+26),
RSZV — 913 (+0),
air defense equipment — 605 (+3),
planes — 323 (+0),
helicopters — 324 (+0),
UAV of the operational-tactical level — 6032 (+15),
cruise missiles — 1570 (+1),
ships/boats — 22 (+0) units,
submarines — 1 (+0) units,
automotive equipment and tank trucks — 10483 (+32),
special equipment – 1148 (+7).
The Ukrainian Defense Forces have new successes on the left bank of the Kherson region, the russian occupiers are regrouping forces – ISW.
In Sevastopol (temporarily occupied by russians), the sounds of explosions were again heard near the invaders’ training ground: they do not comment on these situations.
Two drones attacked an oil depot: new details of the explosions in Feodosia (temporarily occupied by russians).
Revenge of the Russian inhumans was not long in coming
The total combat losses of the russian enemy as of December 4, 2023 approximately amounted to:
personnel — about 332,810 (+770) people,
tanks — 5580 (+5) units,
armored combat vehicles — 10,401 (+5) units,
artillery systems — 7961 (+12) units,
RSZV — 913 (+0) units,
air defense equipment — 602 (+0) units,
aircraft — 323 (+0) units,
helicopters — 324 (+0) units,
UAVs of the operational-tactical level — 6017 (+22),
cruise missiles — 1569 (+0),
ships/boats — 22 (+0) units,
submarines — 1 (+0) units,
automotive equipment and tank trucks — 10,451 (+19) units,
special equipment — 1141 (+1).
The russian occupiers who executed the Ukrainian defenders have been liquidated, the head of the Avdiyivka local administrationsaid.
Ukrainian defense forces hold positions on the left bank of the Kherson region, 68 clashes took place on the front during the day – General Staff.
The Armed Forces of Ukraine pushed back the invaders north of Avdiyivka.
Another war crime by Muscovites
The total combat losses of the russian enemy as of December 3, 2023 approximately amounted to:
personnel — about 332,040 (+930) people,
tanks — 5575 (+4) units,
armored combat vehicles — 10,396 (+11) units,
artillery systems — 7949 (+8) units,
RSZV — 913 (+0) units,
air defense equipment — 602 (+0) units,
aircraft — 323 (+0) units,
helicopters — 324 (+0) units,
UAVs of operational-tactical level — 5995 (+1),
cruise missiles — 1569 (+1),
ships/boats — 22 (+0) units,
submarines — 1 (+0) units,
automotive equipment and tank trucks — 10,432 (+22) units,
special equipment – 1140 (+2).
The enemy is trying to advance almost along the entire front, the Ukrainian Armed Forces are holding on and fighting back – the General Staff.
Shooting of unarmed Ukrainian soldiers: The Ukrainian Prosecutor General’s Office has started an investigation.
Battles for Maryinka: ISW assessed the situation around the destroyed city.
Cotton in Buryatia
The total combat losses of the russian enemy as of December 2, 2023 approximately amounted to:
personnel — about 331,110 (+1,070) people,
tanks — 5571 (+7),
armored fighting vehicles — 10385 (+13),
artillery systems — 7941 (+10),
RSZV — 913 (+1),
air defense means — 602 (+0),
planes — 323 (+0),
helicopters — 324 (+0),
UAVs of operational-tactical level — 5994 (+18),
cruise missiles — 1568 (+1),
ships/boats — 22 (+0) units,
submarines — 1 (+0) units,
automotive equipment and tank trucks — 10410 (+11),
special equipment — 1138 (+1).
The Russian army stormed in several directions and tried to surround Avdiivka: the Ukrainian Armed Forces destroyed its plans. Summary from the General Staff.
Shahed-136/131 night attack: the ZSU shot down 10 out of 11 attack drones and an Kh-59 missile.
The SBU arranged for the Russians to have a railway "Chornobaivka": a fuel train exploded in Buryatia.
The Muscovites defeated the mockup of the Ukrainian Su-25 aircraft
The total combat losses of the Russians as of December 1, 2023 approximately amounted to:
personnel — about 330,040 (+1,280) people
tanks — 5564 (+13),
armored fighting vehicles — 10372 (+32),
artillery systems — 7931 (+22),
RSZV — 912 (+2),
air defense means — 602 (+2),
planes — 323 (+0),
helicopters — 324 (+0),
UAVs of the operational-tactical level — 5976 (+22),
cruise missiles — 1567 (+0),
ships/boats — 22 (+0),
submarines — 1 (+0),
automotive equipment and tank trucks — 10399 (+38),
special equipment – 1137 (+13).
The Armed Forces of Ukraine hold occupied positions on the left bank of the Dnieper, 82 combat clashes took place on the front during the day – General Staff.
The Armed Forces of Ukraine are holding the defense in the Avdiyivka direction, the Rashists are continuing active ground infantry attacks, – Tarnavskyi.
The russian occupiers boasted about the attack on the Ukrainian Su-25, which turned out to be a dummy – video.
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