These images show a Ukrainian mobile air defence unit striking down ‘Shahed ‘attack drones developed by Iran for Russia’s military during a night-time battle.
The footage shows Ukrainian soldiers opening fire with heavy machine guns at the Russian targets.
Border guards reportedly used ‘ZU-23-2’ towed anti-aircraft guns to down approximately 25 Russian drones.
The images were obtained by Newsflash from the State Border Guard Service of Ukraine, on Wednesday, 10th January, along with a statement saying: “Mobile firing teams of border guards work 24/7.
“Border guards regularly destroy enemy air targets.
“In particular, last month, mobile fire groups of border guards ‘grounded’ 25 ‘shaheds’.
“Currently, the rearmament of the drone hunters with new anti-aircraft installations ZU-23-2 is underway to more effectively counter threats from the air.
“The new calculations for the ‘Zenits’ have undergone necessary training and are already taking up combat duty.”
Russia invaded Ukraine on 24th February 2022 in what the Kremlin is still calling a “special military operation.” Today marks the 686th day of the full-scale war.
The General Staff of the Armed Forces of Ukraine reported that between 24th February 2022 and 10th January 2024. Russia had lost approximately 366,790 personnel, 6,038 tanks, 11,216 armoured combat vehicles, 8,684 artillery units, 956 multiple launch rocket systems, 639 air defence systems, 329 warplanes, 324 helicopters, 6,834 drones, 1,805 cruise missiles, 23 warships, 1 submarine, 11,575 motor vehicles and fuel tankers, and 1,336 units of special equipment.
Ukrainian Border Police Detain Two Citizens Trying To Illegally Cross Border
Two drones attacked a fuel facility in Oryol, Russia, causing a fire that has been contained, according to Governor Andrei Klychkov.
Three people sustained moderate injuries during the drone attack, with two opting not to be hospitalised. Emergency services are currently at the scene.
Ukraine’s President Volodymyr Zelenskiy is scheduled to deliver a “special address” at the World Economic Forum in Davos next week.
The annual forum, themed “Rebuilding Trust,” is expected to focus on the Middle East conflict.
Severe winter weather, compounded by Russian strikes weakening the energy system, has left over 1,000 towns and villages in nine Ukrainian regions without electricity.
To cope with the demand, Ukraine had to import electricity from neighbouring Romania and Slovakia, as reported by Ukrenergo, the country’s power grid operator.
Hungary has signalled a potential withdrawal of its veto on EU aid to Ukraine, suggesting it may reconsider if the funding is subject to an annual review. According to three EU diplomatic sources, Budapest is open to lifting its opposition if the European Council unanimously approves the aid on a yearly basis.
This implies that Hungary’s Prime Minister, Viktor Orban, could seek concessions from the bloc in exchange for cooperation according to Politico.
Ukrainian Border Guards Destroy Russian Tank And Ammo Depot With Drones
The Kremlin has declared that the Russian military is committed to addressing the escalating Ukrainian shelling of the border city of Belgorod. The city has been under persistent attacks, including shelling and drone incidents, for several months.
The Kremlin states that every effort will be made to address the situation.
Ukraine is facing a shortage of anti-aircraft guided missiles, according to Air Force spokesperson Yuriy Ihnat.
He mentioned that the country has depleted a significant portion of its reserves due to recent attacks. Leading to the current deficit in these missiles. Ihnat made the comments in an interview with Ukrainian TV.
