**Russia–Ukraine War Updates: January 7, 2024**
The war between Russia and Ukraine has entered its 1,049th day. The Ukrainian General Staff reported on the situation as of January 7, 2024.
**Enemy Attacks**
Over the past day, there were 218 combat clashes between Ukrainian forces and Russian invaders. The enemy carried out:
* 64 air strikes
* 95 KABs (kamikaze drones)
* More than 5,000 shellings
* 163 MLRS (multiple launch rocket system) attacks
**Ukrainian Counterattacks**
The Ukrainian Defense Forces successfully repelled enemy attacks in several areas. These include:
* Kharkiv direction: Three enemy attacks were repelled near the settlement of Vovchansk.
* Kupyansk direction: Four attacks were repelled, with enemies trying to advance near settlements like Synkivka and Petropavlivka.
* Lyman direction: Thirteen attacks were launched by the enemy, but they were unable to gain ground.
**Losses**
The Ukrainian General Staff reported that the Russian invaders suffered significant losses over the past day. These include:
* 1,970 soldiers killed
* 10 tanks destroyed
* 25 armored combat vehicles destroyed
* 45 artillery systems destroyed
* 2 MLRS (multiple launch rocket system) units destroyed
**Other Developments**
The Ukrainian Defense Forces also reported that they had neutralized 83 operational-tactical UAVs and 170 units of automotive equipment used by the invaders.
**Overall Situation**
The overall situation remains tense, with both sides continuing to exchange blows. However, it’s clear that the Russian invaders are suffering significant losses, and the Ukrainian forces remain determined to defend their territory.