**Day 1261 of Russia’s Invasion: Ongoing Conflict and Ukrainian Resistance**
As of today, the full-scale invasion by Russia into Ukraine has reached its 1261st day. The conflict has been ongoing since February 24, 2022, with no end in sight. Over the past day, Russian forces have continued their relentless attacks on Ukrainian positions and populated areas.
**Russian Airstrikes and Artillery Attacks**
The Russian enemy launched a total of 87 airstrikes targeting Ukrainian positions and civilian settlements, deploying 157 guided aerial bombs. Additionally, they conducted 6,074 attacks using artillery and multiple launch rocket systems (MLRS), with 111 strikes from MLRS alone. This has led to significant destruction in various locations across Ukraine.
**Key Targets Hit by Russian Forces**
Russian airstrikes have hit locations including Boyaro-Lezhachi in Sumy Oblast; Shev’yakivka, Semenivka, Khatnie, Okhrimivka, Kupiansk in Kharkiv Oblast; Novoselivka, Kolodiazi, Serednie, Karpivka, Oleksandrivka in Donetsk Oblast; Kanivske, Stepnohirsk in Zaporizhzhia Oblast; and Antonivka in Kherson Oblast.
**Ukrainian Forces Counterattack**
Despite the relentless attacks by Russian forces, Ukrainian Defense Forces have successfully struck 2 Russian command posts, 3 artillery systems, and 7 concentrations of enemy personnel, weapons, and equipment. This demonstrates the bravery and resilience of Ukrainian forces in defending their country against the invading forces.
**Daily Updates by Direction**
The article provides detailed updates on combat engagements and Russian attacks by direction:
* Northern-Slobozhanskyi and Kursk Direction: 16 combat clashes were recorded, with the enemy launching 13 airstrikes and conducting 328 artillery attacks.
* Southern-Slobozhanskyi Direction: 4 engagements were recorded near Vovchansk, with Russian forces attempting to launch two assaults.
* Kupiansk Direction: 9 Russian assaults were carried out in various areas, but Ukrainian forces have successfully repelled them.
* Pokrovsk Direction: Ukrainian defenders have repelled 38 attacks by Russian forces.
**Russian Casualties**
Ukrainian Defense Forces have inflicted significant losses on the Russian occupiers in the past 24 hours:
* 1,040 personnel
* 4 tanks
* 4 armored combat vehicles
* 47 artillery systems
* 1 MLRS
* 163 tactical UAVs
* 130 vehicles
* 1 heavy flamethrower system
This highlights the effectiveness of Ukrainian forces in countering Russian aggression and the high costs being borne by the enemy.
**Conclusion**
As Russia’s invasion continues to drag on, it is clear that Ukraine will not give up its fight for freedom and sovereignty. Despite the challenges faced, Ukrainian Defense Forces remain resolute and determined to protect their country from the invading forces.
