During the day in the east, Ukrainian fighters of the JFO repelled seven enemy attacks. In particular, on April 18, the defenders destroyed 10 Russian tanks, one artillery system, 18 units of armored vehicles and eight units of automotive equipment, as well as one enemy mortar together with its crew.
Full-scale invasion and national resilience, broadcasted live.
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Ukraine reports signs of offensive operation in Eastern Zone, intensified attacks near Izyum, Sloviansk, Severodonetsk, Popasna.
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@GeneralStaffUA also reported "signs of the beginning of an offensive operation in the Eastern Operational Zone." It said Russian forces intensified attacks near Izyum & Sloviansk, as well as around Severodonetsk & Popasna, & in the direction of Kurakhove & Zaporizhzhia areas. -
Russia Launches Major Offensive in Donbas, Ukraine Reports Active Frontline Advance
A major Russian offensive has begun in the Donbas. Oleksiy Danilov, secretary of @NSDC_ua
: "This morning, an active phase of the Russian offensive began almost along the entire frontline [in Donetsk, Luhansk, Kharkiv regions]. The occupiers tried to break through our defenses." -
Air Defence and Firefighting Exercise Recommended
It might be a good time to practice air defence and firefighting.
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12 BTGs not enough for city size, Russian availability key constraint
12 BTGs is significant, but not that much given the city’s size, especially since many don’t seem to be regular units. Beyond UKR resistance, Russian force availability appears to be one of the driving constraints.
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Ruscists shelled Kharkiv district, three people killed
Ruscists shelled one of Kharkiv's districts; three people were killed, – the prosecutor's office. PHOTO
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Ukrainian forces fighting back as Russia concentrates forces in eastern Ukraine
russia’s genocidal army is concentrating its forces in eastern Ukraine. Rocket attacks, bombings, and artillery shelling are widespread.
Mariupol is being destroyed by multiton air bombs.
Our warriors are beating and will continue to beat the enemy. #ArmUkraineNow -
USA granted Ukrainians temporary protection status
The United States of America granted Ukrainians temporary protected status (Temporary Protected Status, TPS) in connection with the Russian invasion of Ukraine. This was reported by the Head of the Office of the President of Ukraine, Andriy Yermak.
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Nighttime large-scale bombardment in Mykolaiv and Kharkiv
Large-scale, intense shelling tonight in Mykolaiv and Kharkiv.
