A total of 33 "Shaheds" were launched. The enemy UAVs flew in different directions, so air defense operated in at least six regions of Ukraine.
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Destroyed 28 enemy Shahed-131/136
Destroyed 28 enemy Shahed-131/136. In the night of October 12, 2023, the enemy attacked Ukraine with Shahed-type attack drones from the north and south directions โ Belgorod Oblast (RF) and from the Chaouda Peninsula (occupied Crimea).
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Russian troop advancements near Avdiivka confirmed by footage
Geolocated footage from Oct. 10 and 11 confirms Russian troop advancements southwest and northwest of Avdiivka in Donetsk Oblast, according to the Institute for the Study of War.
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Russian offensive near Avdiivka highlights improved battlefield lessons
ISW: Russian offensive near Avdiivka highlights Russia's improving ability to apply battlefield lessons. Russian forces launched localized attacks on Avdiivka in the early hours of Oct. 10, following intensive artillery preparations.
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Air defense destroyed 28 of 33 attack drones, – Air Forces. INFOGRAPHIC
Air defense destroyed 28 out of 33 attack drones, – Air Forces. INFOGRAPHIC
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Drone attack on Danube port infrastructure: buildings damaged, one injured
A night-time drone attack targeted the Danube port infrastructure. Warehouse buildings and residential buildings were damaged, and one person was injured โ South Operational Command. http://
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Lithuania to send NASAMS, artillery ammo to Ukraine
Lithuania to prepare new aid package for Ukraine. Lithuanian Defense Ministry has announced a new security assistance package for Ukraine, which will include two NASAMS anti-air systems and 155mm artillery ammunition.
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Drones launched from Crimea and Belgorod toward Ukraine
The drones were launched from Chauda in occupied Crimea and Russia's border Belgorod Oblast, and headed toward several different targets in Ukraine.
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Ukraine downs 28 Russian drones overnight
Air Force: Ukraine downs 28 drones launched by Russia. Ukrainian forces shot down 28 of the 33 Shahed-type drones launched by Russia overnight, the Air Force reported on Oct. 12.
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From real estate agent to wounded tanker


Before the invasion, 30-year-old Illia Pylypenko from Vinnytsia worked as a real estate agent. He became a tank driver but was caught in heavy combat. His leg was amputated, and he suffered burns over 30% of his body, requiring multiple surgeries and rehabilitation. Today, his goal is to help his fellow wounded soldiers.
