News|Russia-Ukraine warRussia-Ukraine war: List of key events, day 1,424These are the key developments from day 1,424 of Russia’s war on Ukraine.
The Ukrainian military's General Staff reported that Russian forces have incurred casualties of approximately 1,225,590 personnel since the onset of the full-scale invasion in February 2022. Additionally, Russia is estimated to have lost 11,569 tanks,…
The Ukrainian military's General Staff reported that Russian forces have incurred casualties of approximately 1,225,590 personnel since the onset of the full-scale invasion in February 2022. Additionally, Russia is estimated to have lost 11,569 tanks, 23,914 armored fighting vehicles, 74,601 vehicles and fuel tanks, 36,261 artillery systems, 1,615 multiple launch rocket systems, 1,278 air defense systems, 434 airplanes, 347 helicopters, 108,605 drones, 28 ships and boats, and two submarines. According to Russian sources, Russian forces have taken control of Pryvillya in the Donetsk region and Pryluky in the Zaporizhia region. The Russian Ministry of Defence reported Ukrainian losses of approximately 1,305 personnel in the past 24 hours and claimed the downing of 214 Ukrainian drones and two long-range Neptune missiles. Russian forces conducted attacks on Ukrainian energy and transportation infrastructure in 167 locations, targeting deployment areas, ammunition depots, assembly workshops, storage sites, and UAV launch sites.
Russian attacks continued against Ukraine's energy infrastructure, notably in the Kyiv and Odesa regions, according to the Ukrainian Ministry of Energy. These actions have been characterized as attempts to exploit the cold weather conditions. The Energy Ministry noted that over 20 settlements in the Kyiv area were left without power due to these strikes. The mayor of Kharkiv reported that consistent attacks are placing severe strain on the city's energy systems, impacting essential services like heating and electricity. President Volodymyr Zelenskyy highlighted the energy challenges facing Kyiv, Kharkiv, and Zaporizhzhia, emphasizing the need for increased energy imports and equipment support from allies. Reports indicate that foreign embassies plan to remain in Kyiv despite ongoing power outages and infrastructure challenges, with temperatures expected to drop significantly. Ukraine's military intelligence has indicated that Moscow is planning attacks to disconnect Ukraine from three nuclear power plants, aiming to degrade energy infrastructure and pressure Ukraine into concessions.
A Ukrainian delegation is in the United States for peace talks. Key figures involved include Kyrylo Budanov, Rustem Umerov, and Davyd Arakhamia, with discussions focusing on post-war security guarantees and economic rebuilding. The delegation aims to highlight the impact of ongoing Russian strikes on Ukraine, which complicate the prospects for a peaceful resolution. If an agreement is reached with the U.S. administration, it could be formalized at the World Economic Forum in Davos, subject to Russian support.
According to Russian sources, Russian forces have taken control of Pryvillya in the Donetsk region and Pryluky in the Zaporizhia region.
The EU's foreign policy chief emphasized the importance of maintaining focus on resolving the conflict in Ukraine, despite external geopolitical tensions. Russian and EU leaders exchanged criticism over military deployments and sovereignty issues related to Greenland, highlighting ongoing diplomatic tensions. French President Emmanuel Macron reiterated support for Denmark and Greenland, linking it to broader European sovereignty concerns. Ukraine announced sanctions against individuals and organizations linked to Russian athletics, amid concerns over the use of sports for propaganda purposes.
Based on reporting by Al Jazeera.