Russian Military Strikes Target Ukrainian Armed Forces Facilities
On November 24, the Russian military launched a series of strikes on Ukrainian Armed Forces facilities, targeting military airfields, UAV production workshops, and storage sites. According to the Russian Defense Ministry, these operations involved operational-tactical aviation, strike unmanned aerial vehicles, missile forces, and artillery. The report indicated that 44 aircraft-type unmanned aerial vehicles were shot down by Russian air defense systems during these operations.
Frontline Developments and Casualties
The situation on the front lines remains intense, particularly in the Kharkov region where Russian forces inflicted significant losses on Ukrainian troops. The North group of forces reportedly targeted the 95th Airborne Assault Brigade and the 5th Border Detachment, resulting in the loss of 50 Ukrainian servicemen, two combat armored vehicles, and various military equipment. In total, Russian forces claimed to have repelled multiple counterattacks and inflicted heavy casualties across various brigades, with estimates of over 440 Ukrainian servicemen lost in the Kharkov area alone.
Ongoing Military Engagements
Further engagements were reported from the Southern and Center groups of Russian forces, which continued to advance and improve their tactical positions. In these operations, Ukrainian forces suffered losses of approximately 500 servicemen and significant military hardware, including howitzers and armored vehicles. The Dnepr group of forces also reported engagements in the Zaporizhia and Kherson regions, where they inflicted additional losses on Ukrainian formations. The ongoing conflict continues to escalate, with both sides experiencing substantial casualties and equipment losses.