Good news is just coming in from #Odesa (RU: #Odessa) where it seems to be quiet now.
There were reported to be three targets - all three may have been shot down. I'm not hearing of damage yet.
#Zaporizhzhia and other regions on the border or near the front line remain at risk of S-300 bombing.
But for now it looks like the 3 or 4 cruise missiles launched by #Russia have been dealt with.
One explosion heard in #Zaporizhzhia, hopefully it's also air defence taking out one of #Russia's S-300s fired on the innocents.
Here's the current map of air alerts in #Ukraine approaching 03:00 there.
The all clear is being given in all regions of #Ukraine I understand.
Meanwhile in occupied #Zaporizhzhia, reports of a big explosion near #Tokmak. Just guessing, but it seems likely to me that #Ukraine worked out where S-300s were fired from and hit the launch team.
Good night
#Ukraine's MoD has confirmed that Pyatikhatki is free
And #Ukraine's air force confirms they down all #Russia's objects of death last night.
Four Kalibr cruise missiles and four #Iran-made Shahed attack drones were fired towards the south and east of the country, most notably #Odesa.
This is likely to be the biggest explosion you'll see today.
#Russia's remote-controlled "kamikaze" T-54 tank, loaded with six tons of explosives, approaches #Ukraine lines.
Heavy fire slows it down. A mine stops it before a rocket finishes it off with devastating effect.
42 of #Russia's vehicles and fuel tanks were destroyed in the last 24 hours according to #Ukraine's daily stats. That's a huge number (average is about 14 a day)
Taking out fuel tanks and logictical vehicles was what defeated the invader in the battles for #Kyiv and #Kherson.
I liked this, so sharing with you.
Nothing to do with the war... unless it's an analogy.
The update from British Intel today talks about #Russia's movement of its troops.
In response I think we will see more #Ukraine movement across the River Dnipro to see if Russians are moved back or if it is a potential weak spot in occupied #Kherson.
"By turning on the light in these houses, I wanted to give them hope that one day, life will return to them again."
#Ukraine photographer Pavlo Dorohoi illuminated destroyed homes of the residents of Dovhenke village in the #Kharkiv region.
📷Pavlo Dorohoi
At least half a dozen helicopters heading towards #Mariupol' city.
Note how low to the ground they keep to avoid detection and missiles. There is no need to fly directly over the beach though as one of these did here, but the occupiers don't care about people of course.
The #UK pledges to maintain sanctions against #Russia until compensation is paid against #Ukraine.
#Russia always denied when #Ukraine said harpoon missiles sunk the "Vasiliy Bekh" a year ago.
However, a monument for the sailors who died aboard the tugboat has been secretly unveiled in #Sevastopol. Photos taken by a relative appeared on social media.
There've been no other pictures or independent reports and ura .ru only mentions one source. So I'm not convinced.
New drone photo shows a car packed with explosives on top of the #KakhovkaDam just a week before it was blown up.
#Ukraine's army passed the photo, taken 28 May, to @AP. It says one of the barrels is connected to a landmine; the cable went to the Russian-held side of the river
TG channel Astra publishes what it says is video proof that #Russia had illegal "basement prisons" throughout the occupied territories.
Astra has discovered 15 such basements used to detain men who refuse to fight. No trial, no protocol, oh and nNo toilets - plastic bottles .
Media in #Russia delight in its hackers "bringing down" the European Investment Bank. They claim it will take 10 days to get the Bank up and running again.
#Finland may stop financial aid to countries which support #Russia's aggression.
Willie Tavio, incoming Minister of Foreign Trade and Development, did not name specific states but said "African countries have been seen supporting Russia. They will be watched."
President Macron has said for the first time that the SAMP/T long range anti-missile system is already in #Ukraine.
Alongside the Patriot, it's a huge help in keep Ukrainians safe from terrorist attacks. #SlavaUkraini
Boris's birthday today. He sidestepped the Westminster debates and controversy, to return to his favourite subject #Ukraine, where he is still the main hero of the people.
Welcome to the daily war thread for Tuesday 20 June 2023.
Can you believe it's Day 482 of #Russia's full invasion?
Each day a new 🧵 with all the important news in one place, updated live.
Already a busy day for #Ukraine's air defenders as #Russia launched drone attacks..
First a quick reminder that the link below is the start of yesterday's thread in case you wish to scroll through at your leisure to catch up on what you missed.
Also don't forget DMs open for tip-offs and stories % donations of coffee welcome too, see bio
Day 480 of the war. #Russia defending stubbornly with reinforced lines in the areas of #Ukraine they stole.
But I think the real push, with most forces, is yet to come. Here's another daily thread. There's been one every day, but I do need support pls! ko-fi.com/twmcltd
Yesterday's thread can be found on the link below, click and scroll if you missed anything.
Loads of nice photos and videos in Saturday's thread and how there seems to have been a #Russia-#Africa plot to deny missile strikes, but Russia's MoD messed up!
Who doesn't like a bit of alliteration? And here are some sweet Sunday sounds to start your day.
Less than 20km north of #Henichesk in #Kherson region there was a big explosion, then many, many more in the village of #Rykove as #Russia's weapon/ammo store there went up in smoke!
First let's look at why there are much lower excess death increases in say, Bulgaria and Romania than other nations.
Simple fact is these two countries have the worst life expectancy/most deaths in the EU, the fewest old people. Therefore any increase is likely to be lower.
3/ It should be pointed out excess deaths are falling significantly in early 2023.
There are many good graphs and explainers in this report. 100% proof in there that vaccinated people are NOT dying more than unvaxed.
Day 466 of the daily thread covering the #UkraineRussianWar begins here.
All the news and analysis, throughout the day and night - looks like little sleep again tonight as it's believed #Russia has fired cruise missiles, currently an hour away from hitting #Ukraine.
Also hearing now that cruise-missile laden ships are in the launch zone in the Black Sea. This is not uncommon, but #Russia's current tactic of a mixed missile attack increases the likelihood of ships being involved.
Estimated time of arrival of rockets: 03:10 Kyiv time.
Good morning, welcome to Daily Thread number 465 covering #Ukraine's heroic defence against #Russia's illegal aggression.
I've been here from (before) the start of war, reporting on (sometimes from) a country I've loved, worked + lectured in many, many times.
Overnight was quiet
Before we get stuck in to today's news, a gentle reminder these threads are basically an unpaid full time job - actually more than that as you get days off with a job! Coffee donations welcome (link in Bio)
A few drones buzzed #Ukraine yesterday evening but air raids did not last long and no damage was reported.
The drone/cruise missile numbers on #Russia's daily losses are high as they include Friday morning's attacks.
Artillery, special equipment & fuel tanks way above average