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Ukraine's defence forces continue to inflict losses on Russia. Over the past day alone, Russia lost 1,220 personnel killed and wounded, three artillery systems and 18 infantry fighting vehicles.

Source: General Staff of the Armed Forces of Ukraine on Facebook

Details: The total combat losses of the Russian forces between 24 February 2022 and 8 December 2024 are estimated to be as follows [figures in parentheses represent the latest losses – ed.]:

• approximately 754,590 (+1,220) military personnel;
• 9,519 (+0) tanks;
• 19,589 (+18) armoured combat vehicles;
• 21,061 (+3) artillery systems;
• 1,253 (+0) multiple-launch rocket systems;
• 1,023 (+0) air defence systems;
• 369 (+0) fixed-wing aircraft;
• 329 (+0) helicopters;
• 20,093 (+22) tactical and strategic UAVs;
• 2,859 (+2) cruise missiles;
• 28 (+0) ships/boats;
• 1 (+0) submarine;
• 30,989 (+24) vehicles and fuel tankers;
• 3,636 (+1) special vehicles and other equipment.

The information is being confirmed.

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There is one enemy ship with 4 Kalibr missiles in the Black Sea. There are 6 ships in the Mediterranean Sea, of which 4 can launch up to 41 missiles.

There is one enemy ship with Kalibr missiles (up to 4 missiles) in the Black Sea, and six ships in the Mediterranean Sea, of which four can launch up to 41 missiles. This is reported by the General Staff of the Armed Forces of Ukraine, reports UNN.

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The invaders continue their activity at sea. There is currently one enemy ship in the Black Sea, which is a carrier of Kalibr cruise missiles, ready to launch up to four missiles. There are no enemy ships in the Sea of Azov.

The Mediterranean, on the other hand, remains an active area of presence where six Russian ships, four of which are also carriers of Kalibr missiles, can launch volleys of up to 41 missiles.

Over the past day, eight and nine vessels have passed through the Kerch Strait to the Black and Azov seas, respectively. Five ships were moving in the direction of the Bosphorus, and one ship was moving from the Bosphorus to the Sea of Azov.

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On Sunday 8 December, the US Embassy in Ukraine issued a warning about increased threats from Russian missiles and drones and urged people to seek shelter in the event of an air raid.

Source: US Embassy in Ukraine, as reported by European Pravda

Details: The embassy encouraged US citizens in Ukraine to exercise "heightened caution" due to "increased threats from Russian missiles and drones targeting Ukraine's critical civilian infrastructure".

All US citizens should heed Ukrainian government warnings regarding possible air attacks and keep an eye on a reliable Air Alert app on their mobile devices.

US citizens should abide by any government curfews, respond swiftly to instructions, and seek cover during air raids.

Embassy staff urged citizens to identify shelter locations ahead of time, before an air raid warning is issued, and to follow the instructions given by Ukrainian officials and first responders in the event of an emergency.

Background:

• The US urged its citizens in Ukraine to exercise maximum caution due to the risk of a large-scale airstrike by Russia on 20 November, with the US Embassy switching to remote operations.
• Following the United States, the Spanish Embassy later announced its closure, and for security reasons, the embassies of Greece and Italy also decided to shut down temporarily.
• Ukraine’s Ministry of Foreign Affairs described the shift to remote work by the US Embassy and some other foreign diplomatic missions in Ukraine as "information overreaction".

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European Commissioner for defense Andrius Kubilius proposes to increase the EU defense budget to 100 billion euros. It is planned to modernize the defense industry and strengthen cooperation with NATO.

The European Commissioner proposes to allocate 100 billion euros for the EU's defense potential in response to the threat of the Russian Federation. This is reported by Politico, reports UNN.

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European Defense Commissioner Andrius Kubilius has proposed significantly increasing funding for the European Union's defense sector. He believes that about 100 billion euros should be allocated in the next seven-year budget to strengthen security. This is significantly more than the current EU budget, where only мільярдів 10 billion has been allocated for defense. The main reason is the risk that Russian aggression continues to pose after the invasion of Ukraine.

Kubilius stressed the need to modernize the defense industry, which has not been functioning at full capacity in recent decades. To achieve this, it is planned to raise funds through joint debt, expansion of the EU budget and adaptation of investment mechanisms. He also believes that defense spending should be exempt from the current budget deficit cap, which will allow the EU to better respond to challenges.

Strengthening cooperation between the EU and NATO is also an important step. Kubilius pointed out that NATO has already identified a shortage of capabilities, which requires the creation of new military units and the purchase of necessary weapons, in particular tanks and artillery systems. Close cooperation between the alliance's member states and the EU will help close these gaps more effectively.

The European commissioner also drew attention to the fact that modern threats require not only standard military measures, but also new approaches to cooperation and the production of weapons.

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Polish Prime Minister Donald Tusk has linked the fall of the Syrian regime to the possibility of defeating Russia and its allies.

Source: Tusk on X (Twitter), as reported by European Pravda

Details: Tusk’s tweet was his first comment on the unprecedented events in Syria that have led to the overthrow of Bashar al-Assad’s regime.

Quote: "The events in Syria have made the world realise once again, or at least they should, that even the most cruel regime may fall and that Russia and its allies can be defeated."

Background:

• Syrian rebels announced they had taken control of Damascus on 8 December, signalling the end of over two decades of Bashar al-Assad’s rule. Assad was reported to have fled the country.
• Lithuanian Foreign Minister Gabrielius Landsbergis also believes the events in Syria demonstrate that Russia can be defeated in Ukraine.
• EU High Representative for Foreign Affairs Kaja Kallas reacted to the toppling of Assad’s regime in Syria, highlighting it as evidence of the weakness of Russia and Iran.
• Czech Prime Minister Petr Fiala stated that Assad’s reliance on Russia has failed.

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The commander of the 707th Special Forces group claimed responsibility for the raid on the South Korean parliament. He stated that the soldiers acted on the orders of the former defense minister, who later resigned.

In South Korea, a special forces officer claimed responsibility for raiding Parliament. This is reported by Reuters, reports UNN.

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According to him, the actions of the Special Forces of the 707th group of the special mission were dictated by orders, and the soldiers became "victims" involved in this operation at the request of former Defense Minister Kim Yong hyun. The minister resigned after an incident that caused a wide response in the country.

The situation has become one of the most discussed topics in society, sparking discussions about the use of military units in political conflicts and the ethical responsibility of the leadership of the Armed Forces.

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Defence Intelligence of Ukraine has described reports that Syrian President Bashar al-Assad has been killed in a plane crash as disinformation.

Source: Defence Intelligence of Ukraine (DIU) on Telegram

Quote: "Bashar al-Assad’s escape from Damascus was accompanied by reports that the Syrian dictator’s Il-76T aircraft had disappeared from monitoring radars, allegedly due to a shootdown or a crash.

The information available indicates that this disinformation was used by the aggressor state, Russia, as cover for its operation to rescue the Syrian leader and a limited circle of his close associates.

The loss of the plane’s radar signal was likely linked to the actions of the crew, who were following instructions from the Russians and conducted the flight under their guidance."

Details: DIU noted that the remnants of Russia’s contingent in Syria are "hurriedly packing up and departing by sea and air".

It was also reported that, following General Sergei Kisel’s exit, the newly appointed Russian military group commander in Syria, General Alexander Chaiko, has left the country after just a week in post.

"The Russians have deployed additional ships, including vessels from the aggressor state’s Baltic fleet, to evacuate the remaining weapons, equipment and personnel," DIU added.

Background:

• On the morning of 8 December, Syrian insurgents declared the liberation of Damascus. Assad fled the country.
• Reuters reported that there was a "very high probability" that Assad may have been killed in a plane crash on 8 December.
• Meanwhile, Russia claimed that following negotiations with the rebels, Bashar al-Assad had decided to step down from the presidency and leave the country, ordering a peaceful transfer of power.

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The rebels captured Damascus and released thousands of prisoners from Syrian prisons, including the Sedna military prison. Among those released are women and children who were held in harsh conditions for years.

After the fall of the Assad regime, rebels released thousands of prisoners in Damascus. This is reported by The Guardian, reports UNN.

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Thousands of prisoners held in Syria's famous prisons for years have been released after rebels seized the country's capital Damascus and caused the fall of the Assad regime.

According to information, the rebels are opening cells where dozens of women and children are being held. The prisoners are immediately informed that they no longer have any reason to fear.

One of the key places liberated by the rebels was the famous Sedna military prison, located on the outskirts of Damascus. This prison has long been associated with torture, bullying and execution, and now it has become a symbol of hope for many families who considered their relatives killed or missing.

According to various sources, the rebels have not yet reached all underground prisons and places of detention, but their actions have already significantly affected the situation in the region.

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BBC News Russian has reported that a plane that may have taken ousted Syrian president Bashar al-Assad and his family to Moscow took off from the city of Latakia in Syria’s northwest a few hours ago.

Source: BBC News Russian

Quote: "A Russian plane departed from Latakia a few hours ago [the report was published around 20:00 – ed.]. The transponder was then turned off and the plane headed towards Russia. The flight may have taken off from the Russian military base in Khmeimim or Latakia airport.

This information can be found on the Flightradar website, which monitors air traffic.

The plane's transponder was briefly switched on near Moscow before being turned off again prior to landing."

Background:

• On the morning of 8 December, Syrian rebels declared the liberation of Damascus. Assad fled the country.
• Reuters reported that there was a "very high probability" that Assad may have been killed in a plane crash on 8 December.
• Meanwhile, Russia claimed that following negotiations with the rebels, Bashar al-Assad had decided to step down from the presidency and leave the country, ordering a peaceful transfer of power.
• Defence Intelligence of Ukraine described reports that the ousted Syrian president was killed in a plane crash as disinformation.
• This evening, the Russian state news agencies TASS and RIA Novosti reported that Assad and his family are in Moscow and that Russia has granted them asylum.

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Near the Georgian parliament, activists decorated the Christmas tree with flags and photos of victims of previous protests. The frame of the Christmas tree was decorated with flags of Georgia, Ukraine, the EU and the United States, as well as photos of journalists and activists.

Protesters in Tbilisi gathered again near the parliament, using a Christmas tree installed by the authorities as a symbol of protest. This is reported by echo of the Caucasus, reports UNN.

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Consequently, the frame of the Christmas tree was decorated with flags of Georgia, Ukraine, the EU and the United States, as well as photos of victims during previous actions.

Among the images are journalists, activists and ordinary citizens who were subjected to violence during the dispersal of rallies. Activists posted a photo to remind about the tough actions of the security forces.

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On December 8, the authorities of the Georgian capital began installing a Christmas tree near the parliament.

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