Without Western military assistance, Ukraine risks devastation from Russian bombs, So far air defense systems from allies have deterred aircraft over cities & frontlines. But coverage isn't complete nationwide. Russia hopes to fray morale but ISW believes Ukraine's resolve holds
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ISW: Russia will keep striking Ukraine
ISW: Russia will continue missile strikes against Ukraine to undermine military morale after its largest attack yet. Over 120 projectiles, including Kinzhals, hit infrastructure and defense sites in major cities on December 29. Air defenses intercepted some but not hypersonics.
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Russia’s optimized missile strikes target Ukraine’s defense industry; Western aid crucial.
Russia spent months amassing diverse arsenal & rehearsing attacks to optimize striking power, per ISW. Kamikaze drones scouted routes to allow missiles through defenses. Aims to limit Ukraine's defense industry growth. Western aid vital – UK sending 200 air defense missiles.
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Kyiv declares mourning after deadliest attack kills 16 civilians
The death toll in #Kyiv has risen to 16 people. Mayor Klitschko said that the attack on the capital on 29 December was the deadliest for civilians. Rescuers continue their work and will clear the rubble until tomorrow. January 1 will be declared a day of mourning in Kyiv.
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Eastern Command downs Russian Kh-59 missile over Dnipro
The Eastern Air Command shot down a Russian Kh-59 guided air missile over Dnipro.
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Ukrainian M2 Bradley IFV of 47th Brigade strikes Russian positions in Avdiivka
⚡️🇺🇦Ukrainian IFV M2 Bradley of the 47th brigade strikes 🇷🇺Russian positions. Avdiivka direction pic.twitter.com/Y2oiyHIUHF
— 🪖MilitaryNewsUA🇺🇦 (@front_ukrainian) 30 décembre 2023Ukrainian IFV M2 Bradley of the 47th brigade strikes Russian positions. Avdiivka direction
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16 dead in attack on Kyiv
16 dead: the December 29 attack on the capital was the deadliest in terms of civilian casualties, – Klitschko The bodies of two more victims were recovered from the rubble of a warehouse in the Shevchenkivskyi district. Rescue teams continue working and will continue clearing the debris until tomorrow.
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Kyiv missile attack kills at least 16
In Kyiv alone, at least 16 killed in yesterday's Russian missile barrage.
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Russia claims downing 32 Ukrainian drones overnight
Russia's Defense Ministry claims Russia shot down 32 Ukrainian drones overnight on December 30. The drones were allegedly downed over the Bryansk, Oryol, Kursk, and Moscow Oblasts.
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Ukrainian Bradley ignites enemy armor and positions
Ukrainian Bradley IFV is burning the occupier's armored vehicles and positions.
— Defense of Ukraine (@DefenceU) 30 décembre 2023
📹: 109th Territorial Defense Brigade pic.twitter.com/NAhOvgtt7gUkrainian Bradley IFV is burning the occupier's armored vehicles and positions. : 109th Territorial Defense Brigade