November
01.11.2024
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Friday
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The day Russia advanced and North Korea joined

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Reports indicate significant Russian territorial gains in Ukraine, with Bloomberg noting the largest capture in a week since the year's start. The Estonian intelligence confirmed Russia's seizure of 150 square kilometers in Donetsk. Simultaneously, North Korea's involvement escalated, with President Zelenskyy announcing the presence of North Korean soldiers near Ukraine's border. The U.S. responded with a new $425 million aid package. In Kharkiv, Russian forces struck a police location, resulting in one death and 40 injuries. The potential return of power outages was discussed, with Centrenergo suggesting schedules might resume the following week. The day concluded with concerns about Ukraine's manpower, as the New York Times reported that Ukraine might have sufficient soldiers for only one more year of conflict.
02.11.2024
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Saturday
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The Day Kyiv Burned and North Koreans Marched

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Russian forces launched a significant drone attack on Kyiv, causing fires in residential buildings across six districts. Two people were injured, and air raid sirens sounded throughout the day. President Zelensky reported damage in Kyiv and three other regions. The Ukrainian military claimed to have shot down 39 Russian drones. Concurrently, intelligence reports suggested Russia had deployed 7,000 North Korean troops near Ukraine's borders, escalating concerns raised in previous days. Ukrainian forces faced one of the most powerful Russian offensives since 2022, with 107 clashes reported across seven fronts. In the evening, Zelensky revealed that October's drone attacks involved 2,000 Shahed drones containing 170,000 foreign components, indicating Russia's continued circumvention of sanctions. Reports of non-public negotiations between Ukraine and Russia emerged, though Ukrainian officials denied these claims.
03.11.2024
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Sunday
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The Day of a Hundred Drones

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Russia launched a significant drone attack on Ukraine, with nearly 100 drones targeting Kyiv and other regions. Ukrainian forces intercepted 66 drones and a missile. The attack caused damage in Kyiv, including to the Institute of Journalism at Shevchenko National University. President Zelensky revealed that Russia had launched over 900 guided bombs and 500 Shahed drones in the past week. The conflict intensified with 173 combat clashes reported across multiple fronts. Reports emerged of Google Maps inadvertently exposing Ukrainian military positions. Moldova's presidential elections saw record turnout, with pro-European incumbent Maia Sandu initially trailing but later taking the lead. The day concluded with another Russian strike on Kharkiv, hitting a supermarket and injuring 11 people. These events unfolded against the backdrop of ongoing discussions about the potential impact of US elections on Ukraine's future.
04.11.2024
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Monday
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The Day North Korean Troops Multiplied

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Moldova's presidential election concluded with pro-EU incumbent Maia Sandu securing victory. In Ukraine, Russian forces struck a Kharkiv supermarket with a KAB bomb, injuring 15 people. Zelensky reported that 11,000 North Korean troops are now in Russia's Kursk region, a significant increase from previous estimates. Ukraine's air defense intercepted 50 enemy drones across nine regions. German Foreign Minister Baerbock made an unannounced visit to Kyiv. Reports of potential negotiations between Ukraine and Russia were denied by Ukrainian officials. Canada announced the dispatch of a NASAMS air defense system to Ukraine. Concerns about potential power outages of up to 8-14 hours daily this winter emerged. A poll indicated a decrease in Ukrainians willing to endure the war "as long as necessary." The day concluded with air raid sirens in Kyiv.
05.11.2024
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Tuesday
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The Day Zaporizhzhia Bled and North Koreans Fought

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Russian forces struck Zaporizhzhia with a ballistic missile, killing six and injuring over 20. The attack targeted critical infrastructure, causing a fire. Throughout the day, casualty numbers fluctuated as reports were updated. Ukrainian air defense intercepted 48 out of 79 drones and two missiles overnight, continuing the trend of intensified drone attacks. Defense Minister Umerov confirmed the first combat encounters between Ukrainian forces and North Korean troops, validating earlier intelligence reports. This revelation prompted concern from G7 ministers. The U.S. presidential election dominated international coverage, with discussions on its potential impact on Ukraine. Reports emerged of Russian forces executing six captured Ukrainian soldiers near Pokrovsk. By evening, President Zelensky addressed the North Korean engagement, calling it a "new page of instability" in global affairs.
06.11.2024
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Wednesday
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The Day Trump Returned and Zelensky Embraced

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Donald Trump's victory in the US presidential election dominated Ukrainian media. As results trickled in throughout the night, Trump's lead solidified by morning. President Zelensky swiftly congratulated Trump, emphasizing appreciation for his "peace through strength" approach. The election's impact on Ukraine became a focal point, with concerns about potential aid reduction. Meanwhile, Ukraine reported 140 combat clashes with Russian forces. Ukrainian drones reportedly struck Russian ships in the Caspian Sea for the first time. By afternoon, Harris prepared to concede, and Biden planned to invite Trump to the White House. Ukrainian officials investigated the execution of 124 POWs by Russian forces. Reports emerged of North Korean troops fighting in Russia's Kursk region. The day concluded with discussions on potential US aid packages before Trump's inauguration.
07.11.2024
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Thursday
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The Day Drones Rained and Trump's Peace Whispered

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Overnight, Russia launched a massive drone attack on Kyiv, with over 30 UAVs targeting six districts. The assault caused fires and damage to residential buildings, a medical center, and a business center. By afternoon, attention shifted to Donald Trump's victory in the US presidential election. Zelensky had a "wonderful phone call" with Trump, while reports emerged of a potential Trump peace plan involving a frontline freeze and postponing NATO membership. Later, Russia struck Zaporizhzhia with guided aerial bombs, hitting a hospital and residential buildings. Casualties rose throughout the day, reaching four dead and 33 injured by evening. Zelensky addressed the European Political Community summit in Budapest, emphasizing Ukraine's need for weapons rather than negotiation support. The day concluded with discussions on Germany's potential continued aid to Ukraine in 2025 and analysis of Putin's strategy behind nightly drone attacks.
08.11.2024
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Friday
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The Day Bombs Fell and Bodies Returned

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Russian forces launched devastating attacks on multiple Ukrainian cities. Kharkiv suffered aerial bomb strikes, damaging the Derzhprom building and metro station. In Zaporizhzhia, the death toll rose to 10, including an infant. Odesa was hit by Shahed drones, resulting in one death and nine injuries. Ukraine recovered the bodies of 563 fallen defenders.

Reports emerged of a potential Trump peace plan, with Zelensky's office reportedly considering two scenarios. The Biden administration lifted restrictions on U.S. military contractors repairing equipment in Ukraine. Economically, the World Bank allocated $750 million to support Ukraine's EU-related reforms. The government approved the 2025 state budget draft for its second reading.

By evening, intense fighting continued along the front lines, with 114 combat clashes reported.
09.11.2024
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Saturday
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The Day Zaluzhny Spoke and Trump's Advisor Dismissed Crimea

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A night of drone attacks on Odesa damaged buildings and killed civilians, including children. Commander Zaluzhny broke his silence to discuss the war of attrition, while Ukrainian forces reported striking Russia's Aleksinsky chemical plant with 13 drones.

By midday, reports emerged of the US rushing 500 interceptor missiles for Patriot and NASAMS systems before a potential Trump administration transition. The narrative shifted dramatically when Trump's advisor declared "Crimea is gone," suggesting Ukraine should focus on peace rather than territorial recovery - a statement that builds on previous days' reports of Trump's potential peace plan involving European troops in a buffer zone.

Evening brought news of Ukraine's first 100 domestically produced rockets, while Commander Syrskyi warned of intensifying front-line situations. The day ended with reports of Russian forces executing a wounded Ukrainian soldier, drawing international attention.
10.11.2024
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Sunday
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The Day Drones Blackened Two Skies

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Russia launched its largest drone attack since the war's beginning, sending 145 UAVs toward Ukraine, with 62-129 intercepted according to varying reports. Strikes hit Odesa and Kharkiv, causing civilian infrastructure damage. Simultaneously, Moscow region reported drone attacks on its territory, forcing airport closures.

By midday, reports emerged of Ukrainian forces striking ammunition depots in Russia's Bryansk region. The New York Times revealed Russia's assembly of 50,000 troops, including North Korean soldiers, near Kursk for a potential offensive - building on previous days' reports about North Korean military presence.

Evening brought news of Trump's first post-election conversation with Putin about Ukraine, while Polish Prime Minister Tusk suggested imminent US announcements regarding ceasefire dates and security guarantees for Ukraine. Moldova reported Russian drones falling on its territory during the attacks.
11.11.2024
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Monday
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The Day of Two Strikes and One Dam

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Dawn brought Russian drone strikes on Mykolaiv, killing five civilians, followed by a ballistic missile hit on a Kryvyi Rih apartment building that trapped multiple residents under rubble. By afternoon, reports emerged of Russia breaching the Kurakhove reservoir dam, continuing the pattern of infrastructure targeting seen in previous months.

The media discourse centered on Trump's reported conversation with Putin, though both the Kremlin and Ukraine later denied it occurred. This followed previous days' coverage of Trump's potential peace initiatives and his advisor's comments about Crimea.

Ukrainian forces reported holding back 50,000 Russian troops near Kursk, where two Ukrainian POWs were allegedly executed. The presence of North Korean troops in this force builds on previous days' reports of DPRK military involvement. Evening brought confirmation of one death in Kryvyi Rih, with search operations continuing into the night.
12.11.2024
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Tuesday
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The Day Children Died in Kryvyi Rih

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A Russian missile strike on a residential building in Kryvyi Rih killed a mother and her three children, including an infant, with only the father surviving. The city declared a day of mourning.

Ukrainian forces continued operations in Kursk region, reportedly destroying a Russian battalion of 200 soldiers. This followed reports from previous days about Putin massing 50,000 troops, including North Korean soldiers, in the area. Ukrainian forces struck a Belgorod oil depot, continuing their cross-border campaign.

Media coverage focused on Trump's interest in Zelenskyy's victory plan, particularly two unspecified points. The Finnish president confirmed Trump's intention for rapid peace negotiations. By evening, Zelenskyy announced reforms allowing military personnel transfers between units within 72 hours, while NATO's secretary general called for increased Western support beyond current levels.
13.11.2024
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Wednesday
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The Day Moscow's Ships Lost Their Commander

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Russia launched its first combined missile-drone strike on Kyiv in 73 days, using Tu-95MS strategic bombers, cruise missiles, and drones. Air defense systems intercepted multiple targets, while some debris caused damage and injuries.

The Ukrainian Security Service eliminated Valery Trankovsky, head of the Russian Black Sea Fleet's missile ships staff in Sevastopol, marking another high-profile target in occupied Crimea. Reports emerged of Russians wearing Ukrainian uniforms attempting to breach positions near Kupyansk, while flooding from the breached Kurakhove dam affected military movements in that sector.

Trump's team preparations dominated afternoon coverage, with plans to appoint a special envoy for Ukraine peace negotiations. By evening, Ukrainian media reported contingency plans for nuclear weapons development if US support ceased, while Scholz promised a sixth IRIS-T air defense system by year's end.
14.11.2024
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Thursday
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The Day Kupyansk Reports Battled

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Dawn reports claimed Russian forces occupied Illinka and entered Kupyansk, creating significant media attention. By mid-morning, Ukrainian military command explicitly denied these claims, clarifying the situation remained under control.

The morning saw successful air defense operations, with 21 Russian drones shot down and 38 lost to electronic warfare. Russians deployed new "Molniya-1" drones against Kharkiv, marking a tactical shift from Shahed usage.

Political developments included MP Odarchenko receiving an 8-year sentence for attempted bribery, while MP Shevchenko faced treason charges. The Defense Ministry promised to draft demobilization conditions by December 18.

Evening brought a significant Russian strike on Odesa, hitting residential buildings and damaging heating infrastructure, killing one person. This attack followed previous days' pattern of infrastructure targeting, as seen at Kurakhove dam.
15.11.2024
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Friday
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The Day Scholz Broke Two Years of Silence

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Russian strategic bombers from Olenya airfield launched a combined drone-missile attack on Odesa, killing one and injuring ten, including a child. The strike damaged heating infrastructure, continuing the pattern of targeting civilian facilities seen in previous days.

The SBU arrested a Special Operations Forces lieutenant colonel for allegedly leaking operation plans to Russian intelligence. The government announced new mobilization deferment procedures through the Diia app, starting December 1st.

Chancellor Scholz's first call with Putin in two years dominated afternoon coverage. Zelenskyy strongly criticized the contact as "Pandora's box" and rejected any possibility of a "Minsk-3" agreement. He later stated war would end faster under Trump's administration, connecting to Trump's recent peace statements.

Evening reports indicated Russia's shift from missiles to increased drone warfare, while Ukrainian forces reported repelling 21 enemy attacks in the Kursk region.
16.11.2024
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Saturday
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The Day Eighty-Three Drones Filled Night Skies

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Russia launched 83 Shahed drones overnight, with Ukrainian forces downing 53 and losing track of 30. Debris damaged residential buildings in Kyiv's Obolonsky district, while critical infrastructure was hit in Zaporizhzhia region. The attack marked an escalation in drone warfare tactics previously observed this week.

Ground forces reported 170 combat clashes, with Russian units securing positions near Kupyansk and Ukrainian forces advancing in the Kursk region. The situation near Kupyansk continued deteriorating, following patterns from previous days.

Zelenskyy's criticism of Scholz's call with Putin dominated political discourse, while reports emerged of a Russian figure seeking the position of Trump's special envoy for Ukraine peace negotiations. By evening, media attention shifted to North Korea's military support for Russia, with reports of 50 self-propelled artillery pieces and 20 rocket systems delivered.

The day concluded with discussions of Trump's potential peace initiative and Musk's dismissive response to Zelenskyy's independence statements.
17.11.2024
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Sunday
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The Day Two Hundred Missiles Met the Sky

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Russia launched its largest combined missile-drone attack since August, with 120 missiles and 90 drones targeting Ukraine's energy infrastructure. The assault began at dawn with Tu-95 strategic bombers, followed by Kalibr cruise missiles from the sea. Ukrainian air defense intercepted 144 targets, including 102 missiles and 42 drones.

The attack marked a significant escalation from previous days' drone-focused strategy. Ukrainian F-16s reportedly engaged in combat for the first time, downing approximately 10 targets. Emergency power outages were implemented across the country, marking a return to scheduled blackouts reminiscent of previous winter campaigns.

By evening, media attention shifted to reports of Biden authorizing ATACMS use against Russian territory, while a Russian strike on a residential building in Sumy killed eight people, including children. Ground forces reported 134 engagements along the front, maintaining similar intensity to previous days.
18.11.2024
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Monday
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The Day Odesa and Sumy Towers Fell

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The morning began with reports of Biden authorizing ATACMS strikes within Russia, specifically in Kursk region, marking a shift in Western policy. Germany announced plans to deliver 4,000 "mini-Taurus" kamikaze drones to Ukraine.

Russian forces struck residential buildings in Sumy and Odesa with ballistic missiles. The Sumy attack resulted in 11 deaths and 89 injuries, while the Odesa strike killed 10 and wounded 47, including children. Both attacks targeted civilian infrastructure, continuing the pattern from November 17's massive missile assault.

By evening, Josep Borrell confirmed U.S. authorization for Ukraine to use missiles with 300km range against Russian targets. Ukrenergo announced nationwide power outages scheduled for November 19, from 6:00 to 23:00, as infrastructure damage from recent strikes necessitated controlled blackouts. Reports emerged of Russia accumulating approximately 300 X-101 cruise missiles, with monthly production capacity of 50 units.
19.11.2024
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Tuesday
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The Day Drones Found the Dormitory

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A Russian Shahed strike on a dormitory in Hlukhiv dominated the morning news cycle, with casualty numbers rising throughout the day from 6 to 12 dead, including an 8-year-old boy. The attack followed the previous day's massive missile barrage across Ukraine.

Zelenskyy presented his "Resilience Plan" to parliament, confirming no elections during wartime and announcing plans for 3,000 missiles and 30,000 long-range drones. Parliament approved the 2025 state budget.

U.S. authorization of ATACMS strikes within Russian territory materialized with confirmation of an attack on a Bryansk ammunition depot. Reuters reported that of eight ATACMS missiles launched, Russia intercepted only two. Danish commitment of additional F-16s and British allocation of drone funding demonstrated continued Western support.

The Pentagon dismissed Russian nuclear rhetoric while emphasizing Ukraine's need for increased mobilization over additional weapons.
20.11.2024
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Wednesday
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The Day Storm Shadows Crossed the Border

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Multiple Western embassies in Kyiv closed their doors following warnings of potential massive Russian strikes, creating morning tension that military intelligence later dismissed as disinformation. The Pentagon announced a new $275 million aid package, while reports confirmed U.S. authorization for Ukraine to use Storm Shadow missiles against targets within Russia.

Bloomberg and Western sources confirmed Ukraine's first use of Storm Shadow missiles against Russian territory, specifically in Kursk region, marking a significant escalation in strike capabilities. This followed previous days' confirmation of ATACMS strikes in Bryansk.

By evening, Zelensky acknowledged Ukraine's inability to restore 1991 borders through military means alone, suggesting openness to diplomatic solutions for Crimea. The Biden administration proposed writing off $4.65 billion of Ukraine's debt, while reports emerged of Russia preparing a Ukraine partition plan for potential Trump administration negotiations.
21.11.2024
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Thursday
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The Day Earth's Longest Missiles Struck Cities

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Early morning air raid alerts preceded Russia's first use of intercontinental-range missiles against Ukraine, striking Dnipro and damaging a rehabilitation center for disabled people. Throughout the morning, speculation about the missile type culminated in Putin's evening announcement that Russia had tested its new medium-range "Oreshnik" missile.

The strikes injured 31 in Kryvyi Rih and three in Dnipro. Reuters revealed Russia had warned the US before the launch, while the Pentagon confirmed the missile test. Commander-in-Chief Zaluzhnyi declared the involvement of North Korean troops and Iranian drones marked the beginning of World War III.

The attacks occurred on Ukraine's Day of Dignity and Freedom, following yesterday's confirmation of Storm Shadow strikes within Russian territory. The White House stated the missile demonstration would not affect weapon deliveries to Ukraine.
22.11.2024
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Friday
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The Day Three Missiles Became One

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A morning Russian drone attack on Sumy's residential area killed 2 and wounded 12, while parliament canceled its session due to missile threat warnings. The day centered on determining the true nature of Russia's new missile that struck Dnipro yesterday. Initial reports of "Oreshnik" evolved into "Rubezh" (FT), finally settling on "Kedr" (GUR), with intelligence revealing a 15-minute flight from Astrakhan.

NATO called an emergency meeting over the intercontinental missile use, while Ukraine began discussions with the US about acquiring anti-ICBM capabilities. Military intelligence confirmed Russian plans for Ukraine's three-way partition, while reporting 580,000 Russian troops in combat operations.

Evening brought reports of five Ukrainian POWs executed near Vuhledar, and Sweden's commitment to fund long-range weapons production. The military denied earlier claims about North Korean troops near Kharkiv.
23.11.2024
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Saturday
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The Day Trump's Man Spoke of Zones

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Morning reports revealed Trump's likely appointment of diplomat Grenell as Ukraine war special representative, who previously advocated for "autonomous zones" and a 20-year NATO membership moratorium. Intelligence chief Budanov disclosed Russia's pre-invasion genocide preparations, including kill lists targeting teachers, journalists, and clergy.

By afternoon, President Zelenskyy suggested potential war conclusion in 2025, expressing readiness to hear Trump's proposals in January. French Foreign Ministry confirmed Ukraine's right to use French missiles against Russian territory. Reports emerged of a successful Storm Shadow strike in Kursk region.

Evening brought Reuters' assessment that Russia deploys 500,000 troops against Ukraine, while Ukrainian forces reportedly lost 40% of previously controlled territory in Kursk region. Putin set January 20 deadline for pushing Ukrainian forces from Kursk oblast, marking escalation of cross-border operations that began with recent Storm Shadow strikes.
24.11.2024
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Sunday
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The Day Seventy-Three Drones Found Kiev

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Russia launched its largest drone attack on Kiev since the war's beginning, with 73 UAVs targeting the capital and surrounding regions. Air defense intercepted 50 of them during a three-hour assault. The attack followed yesterday's reports of Russia's 500,000-strong force and continued the pattern of escalating aerial warfare seen this week.

By midday, Ukrainian forces reported striking a Russian S-400 air defense system in Kursk, marking continued cross-border operations following recent Storm Shadow strikes. SBU revealed fragments of the "Oreshnik" missile that struck Dnipro, providing first documentation of this new weapon system.

Evening reports indicated Russian preparations for a breakthrough in southern Donetsk, while The Economist detailed new fortifications near Zaporizhzhia. Poland's farmers ended their border protest early, while Romania's presidential election showed leading support for the pro-Ukrainian candidate.
25.11.2024
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Monday
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The Day Two Cities Heard Morning Thunder

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Russia launched approximately 150 drones overnight, continuing the pattern of escalating aerial warfare seen in previous days. Morning brought missile strikes on two major cities: Kharkiv was hit by S-400 missiles, with casualty numbers rising from 10 to 23 throughout the morning, while Odesa suffered damage from Iskander strikes that wounded 11.

By afternoon, OSINT analysts revealed footage of Ukraine's first ATACMS strike on Kursk airfield, followed by the White House's unprecedented public confirmation of authorization for ATACMS use against Russian territory. The military reported hits on targets in Bryansk, Kaluga, and Kursk regions.

Reports emerged of potential leadership changes at GUR military intelligence, while Romanian presidential elections showed an anti-Western candidate leading the first round. North Korean missile manufacturing facilities were observed expanding their production capacity for Russia.
26.11.2024
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Tuesday
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The Day One Hundred Eighty-Eight Drones Crossed Night Skies

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Russia launched its largest drone attack to date, with 188 UAVs targeting 17 regions overnight. Air defense systems intercepted 76 drones while 95 lost location tracking. The attack caused power outages in Ternopil.

By midday, reports emerged of Russian forces executing five Ukrainian POWs near Petrivka in the Pokrovsk direction. NATO Parliamentary Assembly called for providing Ukraine with missiles capable of reaching 5,500km, while Britain's secret delivery of Storm Shadow missiles under Starmer's premiership became public.

Evening brought confirmation of Ukrainian ATACMS strikes on Russian S-400 positions and airfields in Kursk region, with Russia acknowledging three hits and promising retaliation. Reports emerged of phosphorus munitions use in Sumy, where attacks damaged civilian infrastructure. Gazprom's plans to halt gas transit through Ukraine in 2025 became public.
27.11.2024
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Wednesday
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The Day Trump's General Met Seoul's Doubts

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Morning drone attacks on Kyiv damaged infrastructure and wounded three, continuing the pattern of escalating aerial warfare seen in previous days. Air defense reported intercepting 36 drones, with 48 more lost to positioning systems.

Defense Minister Umerov's visit to South Korea yielded intelligence sharing agreements but no concrete weapons commitments, with Reuters noting Seoul's hesitancy due to Trump's potential return. By afternoon, Trump named General Keith Kellogg as special envoy for Ukraine peace negotiations, while US officials urged Ukraine to lower mobilization age to 18.

The Economist published new casualty estimates of 60,000-100,000 Ukrainian military deaths since the war's start. Evening brought reports of North Korea preparing additional ballistic missile transfers to Russia, while German intelligence assessed that large-scale Russian attacks on NATO remained unlikely.
28.11.2024
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Thursday
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The Day A Million Lights Dimmed And Tax Laws Changed

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Russia launched its largest missile attack since winter 2024 began, targeting energy infrastructure across Ukraine with 188 aerial targets, including 91 missiles and nearly 100 drones. Air defense intercepted 79 missiles and 35 drones, but 12 strikes hit power facilities, leaving one million citizens without electricity. Zhytomyr experienced complete blackout.

Putin announced serial production of new Oreshnik missiles while threatening Kyiv, as Netherlands delivered three Patriot launchers to strengthen Ukrainian air defense. By afternoon, Zelenskyy signed multiple significant laws, including 2025 budget and controversial tax increases.

Evening brought renewed drone attacks on Kyiv, damaging a polyclinic. The day's events followed the pattern of escalating aerial warfare seen in previous days, with Russia continuing to target civilian infrastructure while Ukraine enhances its air defense capabilities through Western support.
29.11.2024
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Friday
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The Day Nuclear Plants Dimmed While Oil Depots Burned

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Russian drone attacks on Kyiv damaged medical facilities and buildings overnight, continuing the pattern of escalating aerial warfare from previous days. Ukraine's nuclear power plants reduced output as a preventive measure against strikes, marking a significant shift in energy infrastructure defense strategy.

By morning, air defense forces reported intercepting 88 drones while 41 were lost to positioning systems. Ukrainian forces confirmed striking an oil depot in Russia's Rostov region and destroying a Buk-M3 air defense system, demonstrating increased long-range strike capabilities.

Afternoon brought major military changes as President Zelenskyy appointed Major General Mykhailo Drapatyi as new Ground Forces commander. Reports emerged of 6,000 troops returning from unauthorized absence, while 502 bodies of fallen defenders were returned to Ukraine. CNN revealed details of Trump team's peace plan involving Russian sanctions removal, while Zelenskyy discussed potential ceasefire terms linked to NATO membership.
30.11.2024
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Saturday
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The Day Three Eyes Over Crimea Went Dark

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Morning reports revealed Russian forces occupying three settlements while Ukraine noted receiving only 2.5 of 10 requested brigades' worth of equipment from partners. F-16s demonstrated effectiveness by intercepting seven Russian missiles during recent attacks, as British intelligence confirmed Russia's Oreshnik missiles remain scarce.

Ukrainian intelligence forces struck three Russian radar complexes in Crimea worth $70 million, marking a significant advance in long-range strike capabilities. The Podlyot and Kasta-2E2 systems' destruction followed patterns of increasing Ukrainian strikes on Russian military infrastructure.

Evening brought missile strikes on Dnipropetrovsk region, with four killed and 21 wounded in Tsarychanka. The U.S. suspended strategic partnership with Georgia amid protests against pro-Russian government policies. DeepState reported Russian forces crossing the Oskil River at a new position, continuing the pattern of territorial pressure observed in previous days.
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