Russian troops launched more than six strikes on Kharkov; Zelensky held a final meeting of the Headquarters, where the strategy of the Ukrainian Defense Forces for the next year was determined. Athletistic highlights yesterday’s key events.
Russia bombards Kharkov
On the night of December 30, the Russians launched another attack on Kharkov. The head of Kharkov OVA Oleg Sinegubov said that the invaders carried out more than six strikes – in particular, in the central part of the city.
Later, Sinegubov reported that Russian aggressors attacked a residential building in the center of Kharkov. At least eight people were injured. As a result of the Russian strike, civilian infrastructure was damaged: a medical institution, apartment buildings, shops and other public places, and transportation.
The mayor of the city of Igor, Igor Terekhov, reported 26 victims. Among the victims were two minors and a foreign national – a journalist from the UK.
The enemy attacked in almost every direction: the General Staff spoke about the situation at the front
During the day, 49 military clashes took place. In total, the enemy launched three missiles and 36 air strikes, and carried out 31 attacks from multiple rocket-launching systems on positions of Ukrainian troops and populated areas. The Russian invaders attacked Ukraine again, using X-59 guided missiles against the cities of Dnepr and Odessa and an Iskander missile against Zaporozhye. The X-59 guided missile was destroyed by air defense forces and means. Russian terrorist attacks have resulted in civilian deaths and injuries. Private residential and apartment buildings, hospitals, and other civil and industrial infrastructure were destroyed and damaged.
Zelensky held a meeting on the year’s results and strategy for the next
President Vladimir Zelensky held a meeting of the Supreme Commander-in-Chief Headquarters on the military results of the year and determining the strategy for the next year. He emphasized that this year Ukraine did not retreat in any direction, regained its sea and made the sky safer. According to the head of state, the strategy of the Defense Forces for the coming year is determined at the Headquarters, taking into account all the conclusions, forecasts and our capabilities.
The number of military personnel deployed by the Russian Federation near the borders of Ukraine has been announced
The Russian army has concentrated about 19 thousand military personnel near the border with Ukraine. This was reported by the Command of the Joint Forces of the Ukrainian Armed Forces. Russian troops are located in Bryansk, Kursk and Belgorod regions. The invaders conduct reconnaissance, shell border areas, use aircraft and drones, and launch missile attacks using ballistic and guided missiles.
The number of victims of the attack in Kyiv has increased
The death toll as a result of a massive Russian missile attack on Kyiv has risen to 16 people. The search and rescue operation continues.
The number of victims in Ukraine as a result of yesterday’s mass attack by the enemy has increased to 39, the President of Ukraine said. 159 people were injured due to the terrorist attack. According to Zelensky, work is still ongoing in Ukraine to eliminate the consequences of the massive Russian attack. About 120 cities and villages – hundreds of civilian objects – were destroyed.
Russia fires missiles towards Zaporozhye and Dnepr
On December 30, the Defense Forces shot down a Russian missile in the Dnieper district of the Dnepropetrovsk region. He was shot down during an air raid declared across the country due to the departure of a Russian missile carrier aircraft.
On Saturday, December 30, the Russians attacked Zaporozhye with a missile, which used to be an Iskander-M. The missile was neutralized by air defense forces. Parts of it fell in an open area around Zaporozhye.
In the Russian city of Belgorod, shelling of the city center was announced
On the afternoon of December 30, explosions were heard in Belgorod, local authorities announced an alleged attack by the Armed Forces of Ukraine.
The Russian Ministry of Defense has admitted that civilians have been killed and injured in the Russian city of Belgorod due to air defenses shooting down missiles. Russia’s defense department blamed Ukraine for the shelling. According to his version, the strike was allegedly carried out by two Vilkha missiles with cluster munitions and Czech-made Vampire MLRS rockets. It is known that 14 people died, including two children, and another 108 Russians were injured.
Oil prices fell by 10%
Prices for benchmark oil futures Brent and WTI fell 10% at the end of 2023, falling to their lowest levels since 2020. Experts forecast Brent crude will average $82.56 in 2024, down from a November forecast of $84.43, as weak global economic growth is expected to limit oil demand. Geopolitical tensions can support prices.
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