Here is the situation on FRIDAY DECEMBER 4, 2023. (649 Day)
Ukraine is investigating an alleged “execution” by Russian forces of two unarmed Ukrainian soldiers who were surrendering near the town of Avdiivka. Video footage captured the soldiers raising their arms before being shot at close range. Russia’s ongoing offensive against Avdiivka, which started in October, has not seen a breakthrough despite significant losses in infantry and armored vehicles.
Belarusian President Alexander Lukashenko, a staunch ally of Moscow, emphasized his country’s “reliable” friendship with China during talks with President Xi Jinping. The visit, Lukashenko’s second to Beijing this year, covers discussions on trade, the economy, investment, and international cooperation.
President Volodymyr Zelenskiy reported “intense battles” at numerous frontline locations, particularly in the eastern towns of Maryinka, Avdiivka, and Bakhmut. Heavy fighting is also reported in Kharkiv region and the south, with Kherson experiencing “brutal” shelling resulting in casualties.
Ukraine’s air force disclosed that Russia launched 23 drones and a cruise missile overnight, with 18 drones and the missile destroyed by Ukrainian air defense systems. Anti-aircraft defenses were activated in nine Ukrainian regions. At least three people were killed and four injured in the latest Russian shelling, with incidents reported in Donetsk and Kherson regions.
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British Foreign Secretary David Cameron is set to visit Washington DC on Wednesday, marking his first visit to the US since assuming the position. Discussions will focus on supporting Ukraine in its resistance against Russian aggression.
Ukraine and Poland are opening an additional border crossing for empty trucks on Monday to provide an alternative route for Kyiv, addressing disruptions caused by weeks of protests by Polish drivers blocking some crossings.
In another incident, Russia launched 12 drones and a cruise missile at Ukraine, with Ukrainian air defense systems successfully destroying 10 of the drones before they reached their targets.
Ukraine has initiated an inquiry into what it describes as the “execution” of two unarmed Ukrainian soldiers by Russian forces. The soldiers, captured on video near Avdiivka, raised their arms in surrender before being shot at close range. The ongoing Russian offensive against Avdiivka, which began in October, has not resulted in a breakthrough despite significant losses in both infantry and armored vehicles.
Belarusian President Alexander Lukashenko, a key ally of Moscow, highlighted his country’s “reliable” friendship with China during talks with President Xi Jinping. This visit, Lukashenko’s second to Beijing this year, encompasses discussions on trade, the economy, investment, and international cooperation.
President Volodymyr Zelenskiy reported “intense battles” at multiple frontline locations, notably in the eastern towns of Maryinka, Avdiivka, and Bakhmut. Heavy fighting also occurred in Kharkiv region and the south, with Kherson experiencing “brutal” shelling resulting in casualties.
Ukraine’s air force revealed that Russia launched 23 drones and a cruise missile overnight, with 18 drones and the missile intercepted by Ukrainian air defense systems. Anti-aircraft defenses were activated in nine Ukrainian regions. The latest Russian shelling resulted in at least three deaths and four injuries, with incidents reported in Donetsk and Kherson regions.
British Foreign Secretary David Cameron is scheduled to visit Washington DC on Wednesday, marking his first visit to the US since assuming the position. Discussions will focus on supporting Ukraine in its resistance against Russian aggression.
To address disruptions caused by weeks of protests by Polish drivers blocking some crossings, Ukraine and Poland are opening an additional border crossing for empty trucks on Monday.
In a separate incident, Russia launched 12 drones and a cruise missile at Ukraine, with Ukrainian air defense systems successfully destroying 10 of the drones before they reached their targets. The situation remains tense as the conflict continues to unfold on multiple fronts.
