Here we go again-Ukraine once again

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^ Ded Moroz is coming... Does he bring presents for the kids? Certainly he does. Very special ones.

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Due to "Ukrainian attacks" on territory of Russian Federation, "necessary measures will be taken", - Peskov

The Russian authorities take into account the situation with "Ukrainian strikes" on the territory of the Russian Federation and take the necessary measures against them.

This was stated by Putin's spokesman Dmytro Peskov, Censor.NET informs with reference to Interfax.

The press secretary of the Russian dictator was asked whether the Kremlin does not see a danger in the recent intensification of Ukrainian attacks on Russian territory.

"Certainly, the line declared by the Ukrainian regime for the continuation of such terrorist acts is, of course, a factor of danger, and of course it is taken into account and the necessary measures are taken," said Peskov.

Earlier on December 5, it was reported that explosions occurred at Russian military airfields in the Saratov region and near Ryazan, resulting in damage to aircraft.

The Russian Ministry of Defense blamed Ukraine for the attack. The Defense Intelligence of the Ministry of Defense of Ukraine stated that the explosions were "confirmation of the degradation" of the military infrastructure of the Russian Federation.

According to ISW analysts, Ukraine attacked airports with the help of drones, and can thus disrupt Russian plans to strike Ukrainian infrastructure. Source: https://censor.net/en/n3385231

Russia has missiles for several more large-scale attacks. Production of new ones is quite limited, - Budanov

The Russian invaders have low stocks of high-precision missile weapons, and they are nearing completion.

This was reported by the head of the Ministry of Education and Culture of the Ministry of Education, Kyrylo Budanov, Censor.NET informs.

"Yes, in fact, the reserves of high-precision missile weapons in the Russian Federation are already nearing completion. They have long since reached a critical minimum. However, as we can see, they have decided to go to the end, that is, to zero. Which, in principle, is very bad for the Russian Federation itself," - he said.

According to Budanov, the production of new Russian missiles is there, but it is absolutely insignificant compared to the huge number they use during missile attacks.

"Realistically, they have (missiles - ed.) left for a few more large-scale attacks and they will come to a complete zero. As we can see, they are certainly going for it. The production of new ones is quite limited and only a few types of high-precision missile weapons are produced," the leader of the Defense Intelligence of the Ministry of Defense added. Source: https://censor.net/en/n3385245

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Russians may repeat missile attack on December 6, - Air Force

Russia may launch a new missile attack on the territory of Ukraine already on Tuesday, December 6.

Yuriy Ihnat, the spokesman of the Air Force Command of the Ukrainian Armed Forces, announced this on the air of the telethon, Censor.NET informs with reference to Suspilne.

"They can repeat today. First, it is a holiday (Day of the Armed Forces. - Ed.). Second, we see such trends that on October 10-11, October 17-18, strikes were carried out on one day, on the second day they struck somewhat less, but they still attacked," the soldier recalled.

He urged Ukrainians to always remember the missile threat.

"We must be ready for this. The entire Ukrainian nation must live in such realities, without any panic, with a cold mind. And the Armed Forces will do what they do best - protect citizens, their state," the spokesman emphasized.

Ignat added that during the previous attack, the Ukrainian military destroyed more than 60 Russian missiles, but Ukraine needs more forces and means to effectively defend against threats from the air.

"On December 5, another Russian aggression was repelled from the air, more than 60 rockets of the occupiers were shot down. And this is the merit of all the Defense Forces, the Air Force, everyone who defends our skies today. Many lives were saved today, critical infrastructure objects were saved. From the beginning since October, the enemy is doing it methodically, it is not changing its basic tactical plans - they are using aircraft, ships, other means. nothing new. S-300 missiles are also being launched from the Caspian Sea, from the Volgodonsk region. The Air Force is doing what it always does - it is fighting back," he said.

He noted that the air defense forces consist of anti-aircraft missile forces, engaged aviation, as well as mobile fire groups armed with anti-aircraft missile systems.

"The results show the serious training of the defenders of the sky. And we will continue to do it, hit the enemy as much as we can. We count on the support of our partners, who supply us with the necessary and modern air defense equipment little by little - this is the German Gepard, and IRIS-T, and NASAMS. We need more such systems so that we can really protect and strengthen the existing air defense systems, the basis of which today still consists of the Soviet Buk-M1 and S-300 complexes," noted Yuriy Ihnat.

The spokesman of the Air Force expressed hope that, in particular, the American side would help Ukraine in this matter. Source: https://censor.net/en/n3385216

Reznikov on military aid from West: I am convinced that we will have tanks of NATO standards and even combat aircraft

Ukraine can receive Western tanks and combat aircraft from partners. But it must be understood that this is not just a matter of political negotiations, but of technological and logistical ones.

The head of the Ministry of Defense, Oleksiy Reznikov, stated this on the telethon, Censor.NET informs with reference to RBC-Ukraine.

Reznikov also made a statement regarding Ukraine's prospects for obtaining Patriot air defense systems.

"The fact is that Patriot is a medium-range air defense system, and NASAMS or IRIS-T is short, and there are even more long-range defeats. Everything is gradual, Patriot systems are very complex, expensive, and very long to manufacture. Compare, we even NASAMS received and now an order for new systems is underway for us. We received the IRIS-T from Germany and the production of new systems is underway. Therefore, this is an evolutionary path. You and I could not even imagine a year ago that we would have HIMARS, M270 systems or 155- and caliber," explained Reznikov.

He emphasized that one thing must be understood, Ukraine's partners are very practical, pragmatic and realistic.

"That's why they clearly understand - if they give a new system, they will realize that they have ammunition for them in their warehouses, missiles, systems for repair, there are instructors and our guys are trained," says Reznikov.

The head of the Ministry of Defense explains that this all takes time, but the main thing is that the industry of the partners is capable of producing such things.

"The same applies to Leopard tanks. Since they are 1st, 2nd and have different prices and conditions. Giving us two such tanks is useless, but 100 will matter. So they must be in good technical condition. Therefore, these are not just political negotiations, they are also technological and logistical. But I remain an optimist and believe that tanks of NATO standards will appear on the battlefield. And not only Leopard, just as today our artillery is fighting more than 8 155-caliber systems from different countries. Therefore, I am convinced, we will have tanks and even combat aircraft," the minister concluded. Source: https://censor.net/en/n3385206

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We should give weapons to Ukraine and not tell Armed Forces where they can hit and where not - Head of Foreign Ministry of Latvia Rinkevich

Ukraine needs to be given any weapon capable of destroying bases with missiles and long-range aircraft on the territory of Russia, and not to tell it where it can hit and where it cannot.

This was stated by the Minister of Foreign Affairs of Latvia Edgar Rinkevich, Censor.NET informs with reference to LIGA.net.

According to the head of the Foreign Ministry, there is a discussion between NATO, the EU, and allied countries to transfer long-range artillery systems, tanks and "even more effective" air defense systems to the Armed Forces, but "there are colleagues who are worried": they say, "does this not mean that Ukraine will apply these weapons to penetrate Russian territory?"

Rinkevich emphasized that such Western weapons should be given to the Armed Forces and placed in such a way that Ukraine could effectively defend itself against the destruction of its energy system.

"We must give the Ukrainians weapons. They cannot be restricted in using these weapons. ... Russia is shelling all of Ukraine without worrying about escalation, but we always think - 'oh, if only we didn't escalate something!'" But Russia with the destruction of Ukrainian of the energy system has long gone on a much more serious escalation," he explained.

The head of the Ministry of Foreign Affairs of Latvia emphasized once again - "it cannot be the case that the aggressor uses absolutely all opportunities, and we are constantly trying to point out something to the country that defends itself from this aggressor." Source: https://censor.net/en/n3385204

24 EU countries are ready to take part in new military mission for Ukraine

24 countries of the European Union submitted their proposals for participation in the new mission to train the Ukrainian military

This was announced by the head of EU diplomacy, Josep Borrell, Censor.NET informs with reference to Euro Integration.

"The training will take place in different EU countries: 24 member states have put forward more than 100 proposals for training modules, which are currently being considered for their relevance to Ukrainian needs," Borrell wrote in a blog on the website of the European External Action Service.

As of December 5, 15 modules are ongoing with the participation of 1,125 Ukrainian servicemen, and nine modules have already been completed with the participation of 377 servicemen.

It was previously reported that Ukrainian servicemen are already undergoing training at the Libava training ground in the Czech Republic.

We will remind you that the new training mission of the European Union for the military of the Armed Forces of Ukraine (EUMAM Ukraine) has reached full operational readiness.

The mandate of the mission will initially last for two years, and the financial benchmark for total costs for this period will be 106.7 million euros.

The mission will ensure coordination with bilateral measures of member states in support of Ukraine, as well as with other international partners, and will be open to the participation of third states. Source: https://censor.net/en/n3385178

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Total combat losses of Russian Federation since beginning of war - about 92,200 people, 2929 tanks, 1915 artillery systems, 5905 armored vehicles. INFOGRAPHICS

The Russian invaders, who invaded the territory of Ukraine, continue to suffer losses. As of the morning of December 6, the loss of enemy personnel is approximately 92,200.

This is reported by Censor.NET with reference to the press center of the General Staff.

The total combat losses of the enemy from 24.02 to 06.12 approximately amount to:

personnel - about 92,200 (+510) people were eliminated,
tanks - 2929 (+5) units,
armored fighting vehicles - 5905 (+5) units,
artillery systems - 1915 (+1) units,
MLRS - 395 (+0) units,
air defense equipment - 211 (+0) units,
aircraft - 281 (+0) units,
helicopters - 264 (+0) units,
UAVs of operational-tactical level - 1587 (+5),
cruise missiles - 592 (+61),
ships/boats - 16 (+0) units,
automotive equipment and tank trucks - 4505 (+8) units,
special equipment - 163 (+0). Source: https://censor.net/en/n3385180

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It takes 24 countries - to train 1500 Ukrainian soldiers...?

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Ukraine war is not all good news for arms industry:



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Ukraine has every right to slam russia bases attack targets inside russia and more power to them."Certainly, the line declared by the Ukrainian regime for the continuation of such terrorist acts is, of course, a factor of danger, and of course it is taken into account and the necessary measures are taken," said Peskov." don't attack a country unrevoked and you won't have that problem honest putin and his lapdogs sounds like a 2-year-old bullies we can do it but don't do it back at us i swear we just as well send a subsim donation of diapers and baby bottles to them with a note that says if you going act like one just as well be treated like one

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^ two above:

It takes 24 countries - to train 1500 Ukrainian soldiers...?

sounds like EU though it would take one country to reteach the Ukrainian soldiers not to turn around and run after the french taught them to do that,now UK would teach them to say everything with bloody in it and stop for the afternoon tea Sky you know Germany so you can take over from here

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Talks about "Abrams" and "Patriot" from US are moving, but at speed of tank, not airplane, - Kuleba

Ukraine continues to ask the US for "Patriot" air defense systems and "Abrams" tanks.

This was announced by the head of the Ministry of Foreign Affairs, Dmytro Kuleba, Censor.NET informs with reference to LIGA.net.

According to the minister, the issue of the supply of American tanks and "Patriot" systems is raised by the Ukrainian side at every international meeting and during every contact with the US - both at the level of President Volodymyr Zelensky, at the level of the head of the President's Office Andrii Yermak, and at the level of the Ministry of Foreign Affairs.

"This conversation is not easy for a number of reasons, but it is moving.
I definitely wish she could move at the speed of a plane, but she moves at the speed of a tank. That's why it takes time," Kuleba said.

He emphasized that Ukraine will continue to resolve issues related to the supply of weapons, and "there are no prohibited topics for us."

"Even if, theoretically, someone asked us not to touch on this or that issue, we would still continue to press and look for solutions," Kuleba added. Source: https://censor.net/en/n3385279

We count on leadership of Germany in transfer of "Patriot", "Leopard-2" tanks and "Marder" IFVs to Ukraine, - Kuleba

Ukraine is counting on Germany’s leadership in the transfer of Patriot anti-aircraft missile systems, Leopard-2 tanks and Marder infantry fighting vehicles, as there can be no taboos in the matter of helping Ukraine with weapons to protect all of Europe from the armed aggression of the Russian Federation.

Minister of Foreign Affairs of Ukraine Dmytro Kuleba said this at a briefing today, Censor.NET informs with reference to "Interfax-Ukraine".

"I thank Germany for the decision to strengthen our air defense and to hand over seven additional Gepard anti-aircraft guns. At the same time, Ukrainian diplomats continue to make efforts in negotiations with the German side regarding the transfer of Leopard-2 tanks and the Patriot air defense system to Ukraine," said Kuleba.

He noted that the German side has already demonstrated leadership in the supply of Iris-T air defense systems and other important weapons.

"We count on leadership in the transfer of Patriot, Leopard-2 tanks, and Marder IFVs. There can be no taboos in helping Ukraine with weapons to protect the whole of Europe from the armed aggression of the Russian Federation," the minister emphasized.

In addition, he once again called on all partners to strengthen military support for Ukraine.

"There is no need to look for excuses and postpone key decisions. It is time to close the sky over Ukraine - to do it with the help of air defense systems, which should come to Ukraine in sufficient numbers," said Kuleba. Source: https://censor.net/en/n3385273

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There will be no attack from Belarus now, - Budanov

Only defensive weapons are currently accumulated on the territory of Belarus.

This was stated by the head of the Defence Intelligence of the Ministry of Defense of Ukraine Kyrylo Budanov, Censor.NET informs with reference to Ukrinform.

"There will be no attack on Ukraine by Belarus now. They absolutely do not want to do this. Everything that is happening in our media space, related to the subject of Belarus, is an echo of the Russian special information operation.
The main purpose of this operation is to sow panic among society and to divert our forces and means from the actual combat operations on the front lines where the actual combat operations are taking place. Our offensive goes on. This is the only goal they are trying to achieve," he explained.

According to the head of the Defence Intelligence, "exclusively defensive weapons, which, in principle, cannot be used offensively" have been accumulated on the territory of Belarus. Source: https://censor.net/en/n3385286

One state cannot be allowed to disrupt provision of aid to Ukraine, - European Commission

The executive vice-president of the European Commission, Valdis Dombrovskis, is convinced that a political solution that will allow Ukraine to allocate 18 billion macro-financial aid in 2023 will be found in the near future so that the funds will start arriving in January 2023.

This is reported by Censor.NET with reference to Interfax-Ukraine.

"Member states are committed to working to ensure that these funds reach Ukraine as early as January. Ukraine is at war and desperately needs support. We cannot allow one member state to delay and disrupt EU financial support. We will do it one way or another," he said.

Dombrovskis made the statement after a meeting of the European Economic and Financial Affairs Council, where three amendments to EU economic legislation were scheduled to be voted on. The amendments will allow providing these funds to Ukraine. During the meeting, Hungary blocked the adoption of a necessary legislative amendment, which required a unanimous decision. At the same time, the Council was able to adopt two other amendments, which required a qualified majority.

Dombrovskis assured that the work to find a solution will continue in the coming days. "The EU must demonstrate unity and solidarity and restrain the promises made to Ukraine," he emphasized.

Speaking about the possible solutions, the executive vice president reminded that the commission had already outlined them. "These are two options - guaranteeing to borrow can be from the EU budget, or it can be guaranteed from member states. These are two possibilities," Dombrovskis added.

Czech Finance Minister Zbigniew Stanyura, who is chairing the meeting, assured that everything possible will be done to guarantee the allocation of these funds in early January 2023. "Everything is possible. Whether it's plan A or plan B. At any cost. We have to do it. We have 20 days for plan A or plan B," he said. Source: https://censor.net/en/n3385316

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Russian missile attacks on civilian infrastructure are unequivocally war crimes, - French Foreign Ministry

France strongly condemns the bombings carried out by Russia on December 5 across the territory of Ukraine, which again targeted energy infrastructure, resulting in blackouts of electricity and heating.

This is stated in the statement of the Ministry of Foreign Affairs of France, Censor.NET reports with reference to Ukrinform.

"These bombings, which did not pursue any military objective, took the lives of new victims and destroyed numerous important civilian infrastructure facilities. This systematic attack on the population in the middle of winter reflects a clear desire on the part of Russia to make the Ukrainian people suffer, to deprive them of water, heating, and electricity to undermine their stability, while the Russian armed forces continue to be defeated by the Ukrainian army," the French Foreign Ministry stated.

At the same time, the foreign policy department emphasized that "these actions are unequivocally war crimes" and again emphasized the position that the rapid haste and the expected increase in crimes by Russia in no way weaken France's determination to support Ukraine and fight impunity.

The Ministry of Foreign Affairs emphasizes that France will remain mobilized to ensure that those responsible for every violation of international law, for every war crime, are brought to justice. Therefore, France supports the investigations conducted by Ukrainian justice and the International Criminal Court, including with the help of specialized investigators.

It is also noted that France will continue to support Ukraine, together with which it is organizing an international conference on December 13 at the Ministry of Europe and Foreign Affairs in Paris, the purpose of which is to provide concrete answers to the urgent needs of the Ukrainian population to meet the winter and strengthen the coordination of international aid. Source: https://censor.net/en/n3385337