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16.12.2024

16.12.2024The Day Korean Blood Met Laser Light

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This page is an archive of main headlines from Ukraine for 16.12.2024.

It displays 98 headlines from many sources chronologically, as they appeared throughout the day, accompanied by AI overviews that were written in real time.

16.12.2024The Day Korean Blood Met Laser Light
Morning reports confirmed Ukrainian forces downing 27 Russian drones across six regions. Intelligence sources revealed heavy North Korean troop losses in Kursk region, requiring immediate reinforcements - a continuation of casualties first reported on December 15.

The EU approved its 15th sanctions package against Russia, while Ukrainian forces reported complex defensive operations near Kurakhove, where Russian forces maintained numerical superiority. A French-trained brigade faced internal crisis before deployment, with leadership changes and reported desertions.

Evening brought significant technological revelations, with Ukraine claiming operational laser weapons capable of downing aircraft at 2km altitude. Trump's team announced "small progress" in war termination efforts, while Scholz faced a no-confidence vote in Germany. Military police launched investigation into the 211th pontoon bridge brigade following abuse allegations.
16.12.2024
04:39
05:27
NV

Якщо Росія вторгнеться в Європу / Newsweek змоделював можливі лінії фронту Третьої світової війни

05:27
05:28

05:29Kryvyi Rih Shivers While Troops Advance

The newspapers report on military developments, with Ukrainian forces regaining positions near Kupyansk and Kolisnykivka in Kharkiv region (Pravda, UNIAN). A heating crisis unfolds in Kryvyi Rih, Zelenskyy's hometown (Liga.net), while reports emerge of military tourism to combat zones (Hromadske). Financial analysts predict hryvnia devaluation (TSN), and Germany continues to withhold Taurus missile deliveries (Glavcom).
05:51
05:59
07:19
NV

Після штурму на Курщині / Птахи Мадяра та Схеми показали відео і фото десятків тіл, серед яких, імовірно, є бійці з Північної Кореї

07:19
07:27

08:18Drones Fall While Syria Talks Rise

The newspapers report on an overnight drone attack, with Ukrainian forces downing 27 Russian UAVs (Ukrinform, TSN). Combat continues with nearly 230 engagements reported, heaviest in Vremivka direction (LB.ua). In Kyiv, over 100,000 residents applied for financial assistance (Glavcom), while a separate investigation reveals gender pay gap issues (Liga.net). Meanwhile, Syrian grain security discussions emerge as a potential peace framework (Kyiv Post).
08:40
08:56
NV

Знищення, розвал або модернізація? / Чи готова газотранспортна система України до припинення транзиту російського газу — розбір NV

08:56
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11:06Korean Troops Need Fresh Blood in Kursk

The newspapers report on two main developments: The EU's approval of its 15th sanctions package against Russia (Glavcom, Liga.net), and North Korean troop casualties in Kursk region, with reports of at least 30 soldiers killed or wounded requiring reinforcements (Kyiv Post, Pravda). Multiple sources discuss ongoing debates about mobilization age requirements, with Ukrainian officials asserting independence in decision-making on this matter (TSN, Ukrinform UA, UNIAN).
12:16
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13:52

13:54French-Trained Brigade Fractures Before Combat

The newspapers report on defense force developments: Ukrainian troops repelled Russians near Pishchane in Donetsk (Glavcom), while facing challenges in Kurakhove direction due to enemy manpower advantage (LB.ua, UNIAN). A French-trained brigade faces internal crisis with reported desertions and leadership changes before deployment (Kyiv Post). Military police investigates a pontoon bridge unit following allegations of abuse and nepotism (Liga.net). North Korean casualties in Kursk region continue to surface (Pravda, GUR).
14:00
14:56
15:12
15:45
NV

«Можливо, вступає у фінальну фазу» / У NYT озвучили сценарії закінчення війни в Україні та про що можуть домовитися

15:45
16:00

16:49Laser Weapons Join Ukraine's Arsenal While Scholz Stumbles

The newspapers report on Russian milbloggers' criticism of security measures following sabotage at Krymsk airfield and Su-27 fighter destruction (Kyiv Post). Ukraine claims possession of operational laser weapons capable of downing aircraft (Liga.net). German political developments emerge as Bundestag expresses no confidence in Scholz's government (Novoe Vremya, UNIAN). A rehabilitation center near Kyiv continues operations for soldiers of various nationalities (Hromadske).
17:04
17:52
18:00
20:00
NV

Інтерв'ю NV з Огризком / Як примусити Путіна до миру, гарантувати Україні безпеку і не довести до розмахування ядерними бомбами

20:00

20:01Trump Claims Progress While Brigade Crumbles

The newspapers report on Trump's claims of "small progress" in ending the war in Ukraine (Liga.net, Pravda, UNIAN, TSN). A significant development concerns a French-trained Ukrainian brigade facing internal crisis, with reported loss of commander and alleged desertions before deployment (Kyiv Post). Meanwhile, Ukrainian forces report successful defense operations near Siversk, preventing Russian occupation attempts in Luhansk region (Ukrinform UA).
20:24
21:20
NV

В України є лазерна зброя Тризуб, яка вже може збивати літаки на висоті понад 2 км — Сухаревський

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