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11.01.2025

11.01.2025The Korean Soldiers in Kursk

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This page is an archive of main headlines from Ukraine for 11.01.2025.

It displays 94 headlines from many sources chronologically, as they appeared throughout the day, accompanied by AI overviews that were written in real time.

11.01.2025The Korean Soldiers in Kursk
Russian forces captured Kurakhove early morning, though conflicting reports emerged throughout the day about ongoing battles at the thermal power station. The capture follows intensifying combat in the Pokrovsk sector over previous days.

Ukrainian special forces captured two North Korean soldiers in Kursk region, providing first direct evidence of DPRK troops in combat roles - a significant development following Zelenskyy's earlier claims about North Korean casualties. The prisoners are being interrogated by security services.

Massive drone exchanges continued, with Ukraine repelling 70 drones while launching strikes on Russian territory, including a major oil refinery in Tatarstan. By evening, combat intensity increased to 157 engagements, concentrated in the Pokrovsk sector.

The first tranche of EU loans backed by frozen Russian assets arrived, while reports surfaced of Biden administration leaving $4 billion in unused Pentagon aid.
11.01.2025

00:17Kurakhove Falls, Aid Lingers

The newspapers report on Russia's attack on Zaporizhzhia causing casualties (Glavcom), while enemy forces captured Kurakhove (Pravda). Biden's administration left $4 billion in unused military aid for the next administration (Liga.net), as Zelenskyy held a phone call thanking Biden for support (Novoe Vremya). Military reports indicate 198 clashes along the front, with one-third concentrated in Pokrovsk sector (Ukrinform). Ukrainian drones conducted mass attacks on Crimea and several Russian regions (UNIAN).
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06:25Kurakhove Falls as EU Assets Flow

The newspapers report on two major developments: Russia's capture of Kurakhove in Donetsk region (Novoe Vremya, TSN), and Ukraine receiving the first tranche of EU loans backed by frozen Russian assets (Kyiv Post). Biden commented on potential opposition within Congress should Trump halt Ukraine aid (Liga.net). ISW analysis suggests Putin's terms cannot lead to lasting peace (Pravda, UNIAN). Zelenskyy called for targeting Russia's tanker fleet to stop Russian strikes (Ukrinform UA).
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09:22Border Schemes and Power Plant Battles

The newspapers report on new fighting developments on three fronts: fierce battles continue at Kurakhove's thermal power station with conflicting reports about its control (Novoe Vremya, Ukrinform UA), while 213 combat clashes occurred in the past day, concentrated in Pokrovsk sector (Ukrinform). A major police operation uncovered border-crossing schemes for military-age men, with 60 suspects identified including government officials (Liga.net, UNIAN). Biden expressed confidence in Ukraine's potential victory (Pravda), while discussions continue about Putin's nuclear threats ahead of potential Trump presidency (Radio Svoboda).
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Radio Svoboda

"Hollywood в огне – это фейк". Российские эмигранты о пожарах в Калифорнии

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12:25North Korean Soldiers in Ukrainian Custody

The newspapers report on two North Korean soldiers captured by Ukrainian special forces in Kursk region, now being interrogated by security services (LB.ua, Novoe Vremya, UNIAN). Russia and Ukraine exchanged massive drone attacks, with Russia closing airports while Ukraine repelled 70 drones across seven regions (Kyiv Post). Reports conflict about control over Kurakhove, with DeepState claiming full Russian occupation while military officials insist positions are held (Glavcom, Ukrinform UA).
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15:53North Koreans in Ukrainian Custody

The newspapers report on Ukraine's first capture of North Korean soldiers, with multiple sources confirming two DPRK troops were taken in Kursk region (Kyiv Post, Pravda, TSN, UNIAN, Ukrinform UA). Zelensky noted Russians often kill wounded DPRK soldiers to hide their involvement. Meanwhile, 121 combat clashes occurred today, with over a third in Pokrovsk sector (Ukrinform). Former UK PM Boris Johnson made headlines with strong comments about Putin, stating "there's no more empire" (Liga.net).
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20:08
NV

«Перед нардепами виникає дилема» / Веніславський — про дискусії навколо законопроєкту про демобілізацію та вирішення проблеми СЗЧ

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20:09Tatarstan Refinery Hit

The newspapers report on two main developments: a drone attack on one of Russia's largest oil refineries in Tatarstan (Pravda, Ukrinform UA), and Slovak PM Fico's harsh criticism of Zelenskyy, calling him "unreliable" and a "beggar" (Liga.net). Russian forces continue their offensive near Kurakhove, with new tactics described as "World War II-style mass attacks" (TSN, UNIAN). Meanwhile, parliament debates new demobilization legislation (Novoe Vremya).
20:15
NV

Скільки коштує Гренландія / Західний світ опинився перед складною дилемою — гроші та безпека проти цінностей

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