These images show Ukrainian forces blowing up a moving Russian tank with a kamikaze drone.
The footage shows the Ukrainian drone honing in on its target and hitting it, causing a huge blast.
The images were obtained by Newsflash from the Ground Forces of the Armed Forces of Ukraine on Monday, 15th January, along with a statement saying: “What do you think? The crew of the Black Sea survived?”
The General Staff of the Armed Forces of Ukraine reported that between 24th February 2022 and 16th January 2024. Russia had lost approximately 372,090 personnel, 6,113 tanks, 11,358 armoured combat vehicles, 8,801 artillery units, 961 multiple launch rocket systems. 653 air defence systems, 331 warplanes, 324 helicopters, 6,877 drones, 1,816 cruise missiles, 23 warships, 1 submarine, 11,731 motor vehicles and fuel tankers, and 1,365 units of special equipment.
Ukrainian Kamikaze Drone Destroys Russian Tank In Huge Blast
Ukraine said it had shot down a Russian A-50 spy plane and Il-22 command aircraft over the Azov Sea.
Ukraine’s President Volodymyr Zelensky is in Switzerland for the World Economic Forum in Davos, aiming to discuss peace efforts with Russian officials.
A meeting in Davos with global national security advisers underscores Ukraine’s commitment to ending the two-year war with Russia.
Ignazio Cassis, Switzerland’s Davos meeting co-chair, emphasised the importance of involving China in resolving the Ukraine-Russia war, highlighting a broader international approach to peace efforts.
The deputy head of Ukraine’s military intelligence, Vadym Skibitsky, has said that Russia is mobilising 1,000-1,100 recruits daily.
But the UK Ministry of Defence has questioned the accuracy of these numbers, suggesting that Russia is likely exaggerated enlistment figures, particularly targeting impoverished and rural communities.
Ukrainian Kamikaze Drone Destroys Russian Tank On Frontlines
Russia has reportedly handed lengthy prison sentences, including life imprisonment, to over 200 Ukrainian prisoners of war.
An investigative committee source, cited by state-run outlet RT, stated that 242 soldiers had been sentenced in occupied Ukraine.
The Kremlin stated that Russia is strengthening ties with “our partner” North Korea across various sectors.
It intends to build upon agreements made during the leaders’ meeting at a Russian space launch centre in 2023.
The UN and its partners are seeking USD 4.2 billion in donations to aid war-devastated communities and Ukrainian refugees in 2024.
UN aid chief Martin Griffiths has urged diplomats in Geneva not to overlook Ukraine amid global crises, emphasising the need for sustained support.
The UK has declared that it will deploy 20,000 service personnel to participate in one of NATO’s largest military exercises since the Cold War.
