In a coordinated attack, Ukrainian forces also destroyed nine infantry fighting vehicles and six Russian tanks.
Exclusives
Military Personnel
Russian troops intensify assaults on selidove near Pokrovsk with heavy artillery and assault units. According to Major Vitaliy Milovidov of the 15th National Guard Operational Brigade, the situation on the Pokrovske Front remains complex. Russian occupiers are launching major attacks toward Selidove.
Ukrainian forces are preparing for a Russian attack as tensions increase on the Zaporizhzhia Front. Oleksii Hetzman, a military analyst and veteran, warns that Russian forces may be preparing a serious offensive against Zaporizhzhia Oblast by concentrating manpower and equipment towards Huliaypole or Orikhiv.
In a single attack, Ukrainian troops destroyed six Russian tanks and nine infantry fighting vehicle. The 10th Separate Mountain Assault Brigade successfully repelled an assault that involved 22 Russian armored cars and 120 troops. This was due to the coordinated efforts of artillery, reconnaissance and drones.
ISW: Ukraine struck seven Russian air defense installations since Oct. 20. ISW warns that the strikes on 7 Russian air defense and radar systems could have an impact on Russia’s ability secure occupied territory.
The approximate loss of military equipment and weapons of the Russian Armed Forces since the beginning of the invasion until now is:
* Personnel: 699090 (+1410)
* Tanks: 9182 (+12)
* APV: 18523 (+36)
* Artillery systems 20086 (+10)
* MLRS: 1244
* Anti-aircraft systems: 994
* Aircraft: 369
* Helicopters: 329
* UAV: 18187 (+70)
* Cruise missiles: 2629 (+1)
* Warships/boats: 28
* Submarines: 1
* Vehicles and fuel tank: 28160 (+46).
Intelligence and Technology
The new Ukrainian VARTA-2 armored vehicle has entered the state testing phase. The vehicle, which features an enhanced design and SICH Heavy Combat Module, demonstrated stable performance during firing tests with its 30-mm automatic cannon.
Ukraine develops AI drones in order to counter Iranian-made Shaheds. Former SBU officer and military expert Ivan Stupak announced that Ukraine was testing its AI-powered, drones which can track and intercept Russian Shaheds moving at speeds of over 150 km/h.
Australia donates JDAM-ER precision weapons to Ukraine. Australia has mentioned supplying “air to ground precision munitions” (JDAM-ERs) to Ukraine twice, but without naming them.
Sources claim that a second Russian Su-34 bomber was downed by a Ukrainian F-16. Russian milbloggers report a mysterious aircraft downing, speculating Ukrainian F-16 involvement–potentially the second such incident since 12 October.
International
Poland begins construction of “Eastern Shield“, a fortification initiative on its border to protect it from Russian aggression. Poland has begun construction of “Eastern Shield,” an initiative to fortify its borders with Russia, Belarus and Ukraine. The project, which will include modern detection systems, is expected to be finished by 2028 and cost more than $2.5 billion.
North Korea and Russia strengthen their ties through a new digital cooperation agreement. Russian and North Korean officials have signed an agreement at the IT Products Exhibition-2024, in Pyongyang. The agreement aims to boost collaboration in digital technology and communications.
Taiwan stops machine tool exports to Russia as tighter controls are implemented, the ministry reports. Taiwan has banned the export of machine tools to Russia after investigations revealed that they were being sent via third countries.
Think tank claims that stopping Ukraine aid would cost Berlin up to 10-20 times as much as current support. Kiel Institute’s research shows that German economy would suffer a 1-2% GDP loss per year, compared to the current 0.1% GDP assistance. This is due to increased defense expenditure and refugees.
South Korea is considering sending weapons to Ukraine in response to the North Korean deployment. “All possible scenarios are under consideration,” FM Cho Tae-yul stated.
Reuters: The new German leftist BSW threatens to take a pro-Ukraine stance within eastern state coalitions. The party is using its position in Germany’s three states to pressure mainstream parties to oppose military support for Ukraine.
Humanitarian and social impact
Ukraine offers more demining jobs to veterans and disabled people. According to the Ukrainian Defense Ministry, four Ukrainians who were injured in explosions have found employment at The HALO Trust. They use satellite and drone data to locate mined zones.
Second Taiwanese volunteer killed in Ukraine’s Luhansk Oblast. Taiwan’s Foreign Ministry confirmed the death of the second volunteer fighter in Ukraine. Wu Chung-ta (44), killed by Russian bombing.
Ukraine repels Russia’s massive 96 drone assault. Other strikes kill one and injure at minimum 22 civilians. Air defenses intercepted 66 Shaheds. Additional artillery and air strikes by Russia cause civilian casualties as well as infrastructure damage.
Political and Legal Developments
Moldova expresses concern over Russian threats to disrupt EU polling stations. Moldova has informed EU nations that Russia intends to disrupt the second phase of its presidential elections by targeting overseas voting, possibly using bomb threats to stop polling.
CNN: Putin is unlikely to negotiate, regardless of the outcome of the US election. Experts believe that Putin will refuse peace negotiations with Ukraine regardless of whether Trump or Harris is elected president, as Moscow intends to continue offensives despite heavy defeats.
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