Ukraine: The Latest
Zelensky confronts Orban ahead of crucial US visit & Russia advances across entire front
Dec 11, 2023
Ukraine President confronts Hungarian Prime Minister in Argentina. Topics include missile strike on Kyiv, Russian bombing campaign, advances made by Russia, improved air defense capabilities of Ukraine, ongoing enemy offensives, support for Ukraine's navy and EU accession, Russia's actions in Ukraine, UK providing mind-hunter ships, interconnectedness of world politics, and update on blockade at Polish border.
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- The Russian military has launched a major offensive in Ukraine, using human wave tactics and resulting in high casualties.
- Ukrainian President Zelensky confronted Hungarian Prime Minister Orban over Ukraine's EU accession, a point of contention for Orban opposing it.
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Russian military continues major offensive in Ukraine
The Russian military has launched a major offensive in Ukraine, with missile strikes targeting several districts in Kyiv. Despite Ukraine's air force shooting down eight missiles and 18 drones, the Russian offensive has seen advances, particularly in the east of the country. The city of Avdivka has experienced the most intense fighting, with up to 40% of recent combat engagements occurring in this area. The Russian offensive is being characterized by dismounted infantry assaults, relying on human waves rather than armored vehicles. Casualties are high, with up to 1,000 per day being reported.
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