The first real North Korean 170-mm M1989 Koksan self-propelled guns were recorded by eyewitnesses on one of the military trains in Russia. There is little information about the M-1989 Koksan self-propelled guns; they were created in the 1970s on the chassis of T-54, T-62 or Type 59 tanks. With a 170-mm gun, more than 58 calibers long, the M1989 DPRK self-propelled gun can fire shells at a range of up to 40 km, and active-rocket projectiles at a range of up to 60 km.
Russia-Ukraine War - News and Developments PART 2
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A Ukrainian Mi-8 helicopter shooting down a Russian Shahed UAV reflects the ongoing intensity of the drone warfare within the broader Russia-Ukraine conflict. While Shahed drones are Iranian-made loitering munitions often used by Russia, Ukraine’s use of Mi-8 helicopters for aerial interception is notable.
Key Points:
- Mi-8 Helicopter Role:
- The Mi-8 is typically a transport and utility helicopter, but it can be equipped with air-to-ground and air-to-air weapons such as machine guns, rocket pods, and sometimes MANPADS (man-portable air-defense systems) used for intercepting aerial threats.
- The interception of a Shahed UAV by an Mi-8 may indicate ad-hoc adaptations by Ukrainian forces to counter drone swarms, highlighting their creativity and flexibility on the battlefield.
- Shahed UAVs:
- These drones, produced in Iran and supplied to Russia, are used as kamikaze drones to strike critical Ukrainian infrastructure.
- Typically, Shaheds are countered by anti-aircraft missile systems (like NASAMS, IRIS-T, and Gepard guns), but in this case, a Mi-8 helicopter may have been tasked with hunting down drones as an airborne interceptor.
- Tactical and Strategic Significance:
- The use of Mi-8s to hunt drones could reflect a new aerial defense strategy in Ukraine, where helicopters are more mobile than ground-based systems.
- This also signals how Russia's reliance on Shaheds has forced Ukraine to adopt multi-layered air defense strategies.
- If successful, this tactic might encourage Ukraine to more widely employ helicopters in drone interception roles, potentially setting a precedent for rotary-wing counter-drone warfare.
On the morning of December 20, 2024, Russia launched a series of ballistic missile attacks targeting Kyiv, resulting in multiple explosions and reports of damage across the city. The attacks began around 7 a.m. local time, prompting immediate responses from Ukrainian air defense systems.
Key Details of the Attack
- Explosions Reported:
- Eyewitnesses reported hearing a succession of loud detonations throughout Kyiv, with smoke visible rising from various locations. The explosions were concentrated in several districts, including Holosiivskyi, Solomianskyi, and Shevchenkivskyi.
- Damage and Casualties:
- According to Kyiv Mayor Vitali Klitschko, at least two people were injured as a result of the missile strikes. Additionally, five cars were reported on fire due to falling debris in the Holosiivskyi district, and an unfinished building sustained damage in the Dnipro district.
- Air Defense Activation:
- The Ukrainian Air Force confirmed that air defense systems were activated in response to the incoming missiles. Prior to the attack, they had issued warnings about a Russian MiG-31 fighter jet taking off, capable of launching hypersonic Kinzhal missiles.
- Context of Ongoing Conflict:
- This missile strike is part of a broader pattern of increased Russian aggression against Ukraine, particularly targeting infrastructure and civilian areas. The attacks come amidst ongoing tensions related to previous military operations and political developments in the region.
- International Reactions:
- The international community is closely monitoring the situation, with calls for accountability regarding Russia's military actions in Ukraine. There is growing concern over the humanitarian impact of such attacks on civilian populations.
Conclusion
The missile attacks on Kyiv mark another escalation in the ongoing conflict between Russia and Ukraine, highlighting the persistent threat to urban centers and civilian safety. As investigations into the damage and casualties continue, the situation underscores the urgent need for diplomatic efforts to address the conflict and prevent further violence against civilians. The resilience of Ukraine's air defense systems will also be critical in mitigating future attacks as tensions remain high in the region.Kyiv was rocked by a Russian ballistic missile attack that resulted in significant destruction and casualties. Reports indicate that at least one person has been killedand several others injured as explosions were heard across multiple districts of the Ukrainian capital.
Key Details of the Attack
- Timing and Location:
- The missile strikes occurred around 7 a.m. local time, with residents reporting a series of loud explosions. The hardest-hit areas include the Holosiivskyi, Solomianskyi, Shevchenkivskyi, and Dniprovskyi districts, where debris from the missiles caused fires and damage to buildings and vehicles.
- Casualties and Damage:
- Kyiv Mayor Vitali Klitschko confirmed that at least one fatality has been reported, along with injuries to nine individuals, with two people hospitalized. The attacks caused fires on rooftops, damaged gas pipelines, and set multiple vehicles ablaze in the Holosiivskyi district.
- Response from Authorities:
- Ukrainian air defense systems were activated in response to the incoming missiles. The Ukrainian Air Force had previously issued warnings about a potential attack, noting that a Russian MiG-31 fighter jet capable of launching Kinzhal hypersonic missiles had taken off shortly before the strikes.
- Context of the Attack:
- This assault follows a pattern of increased military engagement between Russia and Ukraine, with Moscow claiming that the strike was retaliation for a recent Ukrainian missile attack on Russian territory. The Russian Ministry of Defense stated that their missile strike targeted key military infrastructure in Ukraine.
- International Reactions:
- The attack has drawn condemnation from various international leaders and organizations, highlighting ongoing concerns about civilian safety amid the conflict. As the situation develops, there are calls for renewed diplomatic efforts to address the humanitarian crisis resulting from such military actions.
Conclusion
The missile attack on Kyiv underscores the persistent threat posed by ongoing hostilities between Russia and Ukraine, impacting civilian lives and infrastructure. As investigations into the damage continue, the resilience of Ukraine's air defense systems will be crucial in mitigating future threats. This incident further emphasizes the urgent need for international dialogue aimed at de-escalating tensions and protecting civilians caught in the crossfire of this prolonged conflict.AbdulQadir7
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Early on December 20, 2024, Kyiv experienced a series of powerful explosions as Russian ballistic missiles targeted the Ukrainian capital. The attacks resulted in significant damage across multiple districts, including Holosiivskyi, Solomianskyi, Shevchenkivskyi, and Dnipro, with reports of fires igniting due to debris from the missiles.
Key Details of the Missile Attack
- Casualties and Damage:
- At least one person has been confirmed dead, and several others have been injured, with reports indicating that up to nine individuals were hospitalized. The missile strikes caused extensive damage to buildings, vehicles, and infrastructure, disrupting heating services for over 630 residential units, 16 healthcare facilities, and 30 educational institutions.
- Air Defense Response:
- The Ukrainian Air Force had issued warnings prior to the attack, tracking a MiG-31 fighter jet capable of launching hypersonic missiles. Mayor Vitali Klitschko confirmed that air defense systems were activated over the city, successfully intercepting some incoming missiles.
- Nature of the Attacks:
- Eyewitness accounts reported hearing multiple loud explosions around 7 a.m. local time. Falling debris from the intercepted missiles caused fires in various districts, particularly in Holosiivskyi, where several vehicles were reported ablaze.
- Context of the Attack:
- This missile strike is characterized as a retaliation by Moscow for a recent Ukrainian attack on Russian territory using Western-supplied weaponry. The Russian Ministry of Defense claimed that their strikes targeted military infrastructure in response to the use of American-made missiles by Ukraine.
- International Reactions:
- The attack has drawn condemnation from various international leaders and organizations, emphasizing the ongoing humanitarian crisis in Ukraine and calling for increased support for Ukrainian defense capabilities.
Conclusion
The missile attacks on Kyiv highlight the ongoing volatility of the conflict between Russia and Ukraine, with significant implications for civilian safety and infrastructure. As investigations into the damage continue and recovery efforts are initiated, the resilience of Kyiv's air defense systems will be critical in mitigating future threats. The situation underscores the urgent need for diplomatic efforts to address the escalating violence and protect civilians caught in the crossfire of this prolonged conflict.HaiderAfan
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This morning, Kyiv experienced a series of powerful explosions as Russian missiles targeted the Ukrainian capital, causing significant damage and casualties. Reports indicate that at least one person has been killed and 11 others injured due to the strikes, which occurred around 7:00 AM local time.
Key Details of the Attack
- Missile Launch and Interception:
- Russia launched five ballistic missiles aimed at Kyiv, all of which were reportedly intercepted by Ukrainian air defense systems. However, debris from the intercepted missiles caused damage across multiple districts in the city, including Holosiivskyi, Solomianskyi, Shevchenkivskyi, and Dniprovskyi.
- Damage and Casualties:
- The missile debris resulted in fires breaking out in various areas, damaging residential and office buildings, vehicles, and critical infrastructure. Specifically, reports indicate that heating was cut off to 630 residential buildings, along with several medical facilities and schools. Eyewitness accounts describe scenes of chaos, with multiple vehicles ablaze and smoke rising over parts of the city.
- Emergency Response:
- Emergency services were deployed rapidly to address the fires and assist those injured. Kyiv Mayor Vitali Klitschko confirmed that air defenses were active during the attack and provided updates on the situation as it developed.
- Context of the Attack:
- The strikes come amid heightened tensions following a Ukrainian attack on a Russian chemical facility earlier in the week, which Moscow claims prompted this retaliatory strike on Kyiv. Russian officials have framed these missile attacks as necessary responses to perceived threats from Ukraine and its Western allies.
- Public Reaction:
- The attacks have drawn widespread condemnation from Ukrainian officials and citizens alike, highlighting the ongoing humanitarian crisis resulting from nearly three years of conflict. Many residents expressed anger and frustration over the continued assaults on their city.
Conclusion
The missile strikes on Kyiv underscore the ongoing volatility of the situation in Ukraine as Russian forces continue to target civilian infrastructure amidst their military campaign. As emergency crews work to manage the aftermath of today’s attacks, the resilience of Kyiv's air defense capabilities is crucial in mitigating further threats. The international community remains watchful as tensions escalate in this protracted conflict.Russian sappers of the Karbyshev engineering battalion have started using FPV drones for mining and demining in Ukraine. The video shows the installation of POM-2 mines and demining using a Russian FPV drone. POM-2 anti-personnel fragmentation mines were developed in the 1980s in the USSR. The POM-2 mine family includes several types of ammunition, the mine weighs 1,500 grams, the amount of explosive is 140 grams, and the radius of continuous destruction is 16 meters. The POM-2 mine explodes after touching one of four nylon threads 10 meters long. The POM-2 mine is not extractable or neutralized, it self-destructs after a period of time, from 4 to 100 hours. The radius of destruction of the POM-2 mine is 16 meters.
The Ukrainian 44th Mechanized Brigade demonstrated the use of a Polish Rosomak APC with Mk 310 PABM-T programmable air-burst ammunition. The Ukrainian Rosomak APC fires Mk 310 PABM-T programmable projectiles from a 30mm Mk44 Bushmaster II automatic cannon. Before feeding the projectile into the barrel, a special programmer, through the receiving coil, enters into the fuse electronics the distance at which the main charge of the projectile should be detonated.
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Ukrainian drones have struck residential buildings in Kazan, Russia, marking a significant escalation in the conflict. Key details of the attack include:
Drone Strike on Kazan
Drone Strike on Kazan
- Multiple drones targeted the city of Kazan, located about 800 kilometers (500 miles) east of Moscow
- Eight drones were involved in the operation, with six hitting residential buildings
- Video footage shows a drone flying into the upper floors of a high-rise building, causing damage and setting off fireballs
- The attacks damaged several residential structures, including the Manhattan housing complex and the Lazurny Nebes high-rise
- No casualties have been reported, but residents were evacuated from affected buildings
- Kazan's airport temporarily suspended operations, and public events in the area were canceled
- This attack represents a major escalation, as Kazan is located over 1,000 kilometers (620 miles) from the Ukraine-Russia border
- It demonstrates Ukraine's increasing capability to strike deep within Russian territory
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A resident of the Tyumen region of Russia filmed a train of military equipment. The video shows the M1989 Koksan self-propelled guns produced by the DPRK, which were previously shown, and an unknown model of military equipment. The video is of low quality and it is difficult to draw conclusions, the outlines of the installations are similar to the North Korean Pukguksong-2 ballistic missile installations. So far, there is no convincing damage that Russia has received Pukguksong-2 missiles.
Pukguksong-2 missiles, KN-15 according to Western classification, were adopted by the DPRK in 2017. The name of the missile - Pukguksong-2 - is translated as "Polar Star". Presumably, the missile is a land-based version of the Pukguksong solid-fuel missile for submarines. Pukguksong-2 missiles are mounted on the chassis of the T-62 tank, the production of which is established in the DPRK. According to North Korean media, the range of the Pukguksong-2 missiles is from 3,000 to 5,500 kilometers; according to Western experts, the range of the missiles is up to 2,500 km.
Pukguksong-2 missiles, KN-15 according to Western classification, were adopted by the DPRK in 2017. The name of the missile - Pukguksong-2 - is translated as "Polar Star". Presumably, the missile is a land-based version of the Pukguksong solid-fuel missile for submarines. Pukguksong-2 missiles are mounted on the chassis of the T-62 tank, the production of which is established in the DPRK. According to North Korean media, the range of the Pukguksong-2 missiles is from 3,000 to 5,500 kilometers; according to Western experts, the range of the missiles is up to 2,500 km.
An episode of the battle of the Russian 114th brigade in the Kurakhovsky direction, in the Donbass. During the battle, a Russian portable electronic warfare system was used, protecting soldiers from drones. The model of the electronic warfare system is not reported. The video shows an attack by a Ukrainian FPV drone, which, under the influence of the electronic warfare system, cannot hit the soldiers, as a result, the drone falls.
An episode of the battle between the Russian robotic platform NRTK "Courier" and the Ukrainian FPV drone. Technical information on the ground drone NRTK "Courier" is in the link to the video in the comments to the video. In this case, the robot can be said to have replaced the reconnaissance squad. In this configuration, the Russian robot NRTK "Courier" is equipped with an AGS-17 grenade launcher. The task of the military robot "Courier" was to conduct reconnaissance in the area of the settlement of Velyka Novosyolka in the Donbass, and it was also supposed to shell the positions of the Ukrainian army in the settlement.
The robot completed the task, reached the settlement and shelled the positions. The range of the robot was 8 kilometers. On the way to the settlement, the robot NRTK "Courier" successfully overcame four minefields, one anti-tank ditch and one barbed wire fence. When the ammunition was exhausted and the Russian robot was retreating to its initial positions, it was attacked by Ukrainian FPV drones. As a result of the Ukrainian drone strikes, the Russian robot lost its speed and was abandoned. The NRTK "Courier" robot is currently the most actively used robot by the Russian army in Ukraine.
The robot completed the task, reached the settlement and shelled the positions. The range of the robot was 8 kilometers. On the way to the settlement, the robot NRTK "Courier" successfully overcame four minefields, one anti-tank ditch and one barbed wire fence. When the ammunition was exhausted and the Russian robot was retreating to its initial positions, it was attacked by Ukrainian FPV drones. As a result of the Ukrainian drone strikes, the Russian robot lost its speed and was abandoned. The NRTK "Courier" robot is currently the most actively used robot by the Russian army in Ukraine.
An episode of intense point-blank firefight between a Ukrainian serviceman and Russian volunteers from the Sever Brigade. The footage from the war chronicle shows how intense the battles in Ukraine can sometimes be. It has not yet been possible to determine which Ukrainian unit participated in the battle and where the video was filmed. Judging by the video, both soldiers have bulletproof vests. Small arms and grenades were used in the battle, drones were not used. The video is shortened, only the general situation during the battle is shown.
Russian President Vladimir Putin has confirmed ongoing efforts to end the war in Ukraine, with Slovakia potentially playing a role in facilitating peace talks. Key points from Putin's statement include:
Peace Process Discussions
Peace Process Discussions
- Talks regarding a peace process for the Ukraine conflict are currently taking place.
- Slovak Prime Minister Robert Fico has offered Slovakia as a potential platform for peace negotiations between Russia and Ukraine
- Putin expressed openness to this proposal, stating that Russia is "not against" using Slovakia as a venue for talksSlovakia's Position
- Putin referred to Slovakia as a "neutral country," suggesting it could serve as an impartial host for negotiations
- Fico recently visited Moscow for talks with Putin, discussing various issues including gas deliveries and the Ukraine conflict
- Slovakia, under Fico's leadership, has taken a more conciliatory stance towards Russia compared to many other EU countries
