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05.01.2025

05.01.2025The Push Into Kursk

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This page is an archive of main headlines from Ukraine for 05.01.2025.

It displays 67 headlines from many sources chronologically, as they appeared throughout the day, accompanied by AI overviews that were written in real time.

05.01.2025The Push Into Kursk
Russia launched over 100 Shahed drones overnight, with Ukraine intercepting 61 and losing track of 42. Analysis revealed 8,755 foreign components in the captured drones, continuing the pattern of intense drone warfare from previous days.

By morning, Ukrainian forces initiated operations in Kursk region, generating significant media attention throughout the day. The offensive developed across multiple axes, with air support reported. CNN later discussed possible strategic objectives of the operation.

Heavy fighting continued in Pokrovsk and Toretsk directions, with reports of a Russian breakthrough at Elizavetivka. The 155th Brigade controversy evolved, with Commander Syrskyi announcing reinforcement of unmanned systems units. By evening, explosions were reported in Kursk city amid drone strikes.

The General Staff reported 177 engagements by day's end, with 44 occurring in the Kursk region, marking a significant shift in operational focus from previous days.
05.01.2025
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07:20
07:20

07:38One Hundred Shaheds Over Ukraine

The newspapers report on an extensive overnight drone attack, with Russia launching over 100 Shahed drones against Ukraine (Glavcom, TSN). In parallel, tensions escalate around Belgorod, with Russia claiming Ukraine used US-made ATACMS missiles in the region and threatening hypersonic missile strikes on Kyiv in response (Kyiv Post). Military reports indicate 179 engagements along the front, with heaviest fighting in Pokrovsk direction (Ukrinform UA, UNIAN).
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10:07

10:09Dawn Push into Kursk

The newspapers report on a new Ukrainian offensive in Kursk region, with multiple sources indicating military movements and buildup of forces (Liga.net, Novoe Vremya, Pravda, TSN, UNIAN, Ukrinform UA). In parallel, Russian forces conducted aerial attacks on medical facilities in Chernihiv region, wounding nine people including two children (LB.ua). An air raid alert was issued in Kyiv and several regions (Glavcom).
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13:20
Radio Svoboda

"Между Сталиным и Чингисханом". Жизнь Василия Яна – шпиона и журналиста

13:20
14:47
NV

«Великий козир» / Що відомо про новий наступ Сил оборони у Курській області і його цілі — Нарожний

14:47
14:47
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15:44
NV

«Працює наша авіація» / ЗСУ вдало вибрали момент для наступу у Курській області, але потрібно мати скромні очікування — Крамаров

15:44

15:45Fresh Push into Kursk

The newspapers report on a new Ukrainian offensive in the Kursk region, with active air support (Kyiv Post, Novoe Vremya). The 155th Brigade situation draws attention, with Commander Syrskyi deciding to strengthen its unmanned systems units following reports of insufficient armament during Pokrovsk battles (Liga.net, Pravda). Heavy fighting continues with 106 engagements reported, particularly intense in Pokrovsk and Kursk directions (Ukrinform UA).
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19:19

19:21The Kursk Push Intensifies

The newspapers report extensively on a new Ukrainian operation in Kursk region, with multiple sources indicating drone strikes and military activity in the area (Glavcom, Liga.net, Novoe Vremya, Pravda, TSN, UNIAN). The General Staff identifies Kursk as the most active front sector. CNN discusses possible motives for the operation (UNIAN). In parallel, Radio Svoboda reports on the normalization of warfare conditions in Crimea.