UK to spend record amount on military funding for Ukraine as Sunak pledges solidarity
The Government is to spend a record £2.5bn on military aid in the coming year as Ukraine continues to oppose the Russian invasion.
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Ukraine Analysis: Dnipro river remains a central focus as Russia battles to dislodge Ukrainian advances
The ongoing fighting is thought to be very consuming for Russia, and Ukraine is holding on to its left bank foothold.
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Russia Russian aircraft twice fired on their own civilians accidentally
The Russian MOD listed two incidents of the accidental discharging of aerial munitions against civilian settlements.
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Ukraine Russia's air defences weakened by successful Ukrainian attacks, according to MOD analysis
Russia's air defences failed to prevent the Ukrainian attacks, which managed to degrade their effectiveness even further.
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Russia Russia resurrects Smersh – Stalin's spy-catching unit featured in James Bond books
The secret counter-intelligence organisation Smersh was used to locate and remove spies and anti-Soviet elements under Joseph Stalin's rule.
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Ukraine Russia launches three missiles and 28 drones at Ukraine, says Ukraine's Air Force
While missile and drone attacks remain high, the frontline has not shifted significantly in recent months, according to reports.
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Ukraine Russia almost completely ceased air operations over southern Ukraine in December, says MOD
Russian tactical air power has played a pivotal role in southern Ukraine, but was eased off following the loss of three jets last month.
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Ukraine Russia making large-scale attacks for only minimal gains in Ukraine, says MOD
Heavy fighting continues in the north and south of Ukraine, and renewed attacks have been launched in Dnipro by Russian forces.
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Ukraine Captured Ukrainian soldier rescued from Russian-occupied trench in daring drone operation
Armed with only one grenade and flashing lights, the drone managed to neutralise an enemy soldier and lead the captive to safety.
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Weapons and Kit Explained: What is Russia's 2B11 smoothbore WW2-inspired weapons system?
The mortar system is being used by Russian forces to target Ukrainian infantry units and destroy equipment in sheltered locations.
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North Korea UK condemns reports Russia has fired North Korean missiles against Ukraine
Moscow has used short-range ballistic missiles from North Korea to conduct multiple strikes against Ukraine, the White House said.
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Ukraine Ukraine's newly formed air defence units protect country from Moscow's missiles
The country is defending itself from Russian aerial attacks with newly formed air defence units.
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Ukraine Russia thought to be changing approach as missile strikes on Ukraine intensify
Ukraine's armed forces claim to have successfully destroyed many Russian missiles and drones, despite the increase in the number of attacks.
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Ukraine PM Sunak vows further deliveries of lethal aid after 'barbaric' Russian airstrikes in Ukraine
The Prime Minister and Ukraine's president Volodymyr Zelensky discussed how the UK would continue its support into 2024.
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Ukraine Two ex-Royal Navy minehunters destined for Ukraine denied access by Turkey
The government in Ankara claims allowing the vessels passage through its waters would put Turkey in breach of an international agreement.
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Ukraine More than half a million Russian casualties in Ukraine by 2025, UK estimates
The MOD said Russia has transitioned to "a lower quality, high quantity mass army" since the invasion.