**Russia-Ukraine War: A Grim Day for Russia as Ukraine Fights Back**
As of April 16, 2024 marks the 1,148th day of Russia’s large-scale invasion and war against Ukraine. The latest updates from the General Staff of Ukraine paint a grim picture for Russia, with significant losses in manpower and equipment.
**A Day of Clashes and Strikes**
In just one day, there were 111 combat clashes between Ukrainian forces and Russian invaders. The enemy carried out an astonishing 109 air strikes on Ukrainian positions and settlements, dropping 177 guided bombs. In addition to the aerial attacks, Russia launched nearly 6,600 strikes, including 126 from multiple rocket launcher systems and 2,923 kamikaze drones.
**Russia’s Desperate Attacks**
The Russian aggressor targeted several areas in Ukraine, including Krasnopillya, Myropilske, Turya, Prokhody, Novodmytrivka, Naumivka, Osoyivka, Malaya Rybytsia, Petrushivka in the Sumy region; Novopil, Zelene Pole in the Donetsk region; and Malynivka, Hulyaipole, Novodanylivka in the Zaporizhia region.
**Ukraine’s Resolve**
In response to Russia’s aggression, Ukrainian forces struck six areas of concentration for Russian personnel, weapons, and equipment. They also targeted four air defense systems and two artillery systems, demonstrating their resolve to defend their country.
**Losses Mount for Russia**
The losses for Russia over the past day were staggering, with 1,050 soldiers killed or wounded. Ukraine’s forces also neutralized significant enemy assets, including:
* 9 tanks
* 13 armored combat vehicles
* 87 artillery systems
* 146 operational-tactical UAVs (unmanned aerial vehicles)
* 133 units of automotive equipment
* 3 units of special equipment
* 1 heavy flamethrower system
**Ukrainian Forces on the Front Lines**
As the war rages on, Ukrainian soldiers continue to face Russian aggression in various sectors. In the Kharkiv direction, the enemy launched an offensive in the Vovchansk area, while in the Kupyansk and Lyman directions, Ukraine’s forces repelled multiple attacks.
**The Big Picture**
Despite Russia’s continued aggression, Ukraine remains determined to defend its territory. The losses for Russia are mounting, with no signs of a letup in Ukrainian resistance. As the conflict enters its 1,148th day, one thing is clear: Ukraine will not back down.
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