Ukraine's Defense Against Russia: Latest Losses and Updates

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Here's the latest on Ukraine's defense against Russia: In the past 24 hours, Russia has lost 1,280 soldiers and 72 artillery systems. The total combat losses for Russia from February 24, 2022 to October 5, 2024 are estimated to be approximately 659,220 military personnel, 8,916 tanks, 17,658 armored combat vehicles, 19,037 artillery systems, and more. Stay up-to-date with Ukraine's General Staff on Facebook for the latest information. Support Ukraine!

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On the night of 7-8 January, the Russians attacked Ukraine with 64 Shahed attack UAVs and various types of decoy drones. Air defense forces shot down 41 Russian drones. The drones were launched from Oryol, Kursk, Bryansk, and Primorsko-Akhtarsk.

On the night of 8-9 January, the Russians again attacked Ukraine with 70 Shahed attack UAVs and various types of decoy drones. Not a single drone reached its target, and 46 Russian drones were confirmed downed. The drones were launched from the Russian cities of Millerovo, Oryol, Kursk, Bryansk, and Primorsko-Akhtarsk.

This is a clear victory for Ukraine's Air Force and a testament to their capabilities in defending their country's airspace from Russian aggression.

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Tragedy in Kherson Oblast: Russian Attacks Leave Woman Dead and Two Men Injured

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A woman has tragically lost her life in a Russian attack on the village of Nezlamne in Kherson Oblast.** Meanwhile, two men have been injured in a drone attack by Russian forces in the city of Beryslav in the same region. The woman, who was on the street at the time of the attack, sustained fatal injuries. The men, aged 51 and 52, suffered blast injuries and shrapnel wounds to their legs. The injured men were taken to the hospital for treatment. This is a developing situation and more information will be provided as it becomes available.

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Ukraine Secures $2 Billion in Support at Ramstein Meeting

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