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Ukraine Endures Devastating Russian Air Assault, Six Dead and Dozens Wounded
Ukraine experienced one of the most extensive air attacks since the beginning of the Russian invasion. According to Mykola Oleshchuk, the head of Ukraine's air force, Russia launched a massive barrage of missiles and drones, marking a grim chapter in the ongoing conflict. "The most massive aerial attack" is how Oleshchuk described the assault, as 127 missiles and 109 attack drones targeted more than half of Ukraine's regions. Despite the scale of the attack, Ukraine's air defense forces managed to shoot down 102 missiles and 99 drones, showcasing their resilience amidst an onslaught designed to cripple the nation. At least six people were killed, and dozens more were wounded in the wake of these strikes. The attacks, which began overnight and continued into the morning, caused significant damage to Ukraine's power infrastructure, leading to widespread blackouts. The entire country was placed under air raid alert, with citizens urged to seek shelter. Russia confirmed the attacks, stating that it had targeted Ukraine's energy infrastructure—a long-term tactic aimed at debilitating the nation's critical systems. "All designated targets were hit," claimed the Russian defense ministry, boasting about the resulting power outages and disruption to the rail transport of weapons and ammunition to Ukraine's front lines. The scale of the attack not only aimed at physical destruction but also seemed to target the morale of the Ukrainian people. The recent successful incursion by Ukrainian forces into the Russian region of Kursk had boosted the spirits of the Ukrainian populace. However, with Monday's strikes, Russia sought to remind Ukraine and its Western allies of its capacity to inflict misery whenever it chose. The message from Moscow was clear: despite setbacks on the battlefield, Russia still holds the power to make life unbearable for ordinary Ukrainians. This devastating attack saw 15 regions of Ukraine targeted, with weapons ranging from drones to cruise missiles and supersonic missiles. Ukrainian Prime Minister Denys Shmygal confirmed the widespread damage, stating on Telegram, "There are wounded and dead." Among the victims were a 69-year-old man and a 47-year-old man, both killed in separate attacks in the Dnipropetrovsk region. The regional governor, Sergiy Lysak, reported that several others were injured, including a 14-year-old girl. In the Zaporizhzhia region, a man lost his life when his house was struck by a missile. The mayor of Lutsk reported that one person was killed when an "infrastructure facility" was hit, leaving five others wounded and most of the city without running water. In Izyum, located in the Kharkiv region, another man was killed in a missile strike, and in the Zhytomyr region in western Ukraine, a woman died after homes and infrastructure were hit by missiles. The damage to Ukraine's infrastructure was severe, with power outages reported in many cities, including the capital, Kyiv, and water supplies disrupted. Among the targets was one of the remaining power stations, a hydroelectric plant north of Kyiv. The full extent of the damage to the plant and other facilities was still being assessed. The systematic targeting of Ukraine's energy infrastructure has been a consistent strategy for Russia since its full-scale invasion began in February 2022. In recent months, this campaign has intensified, with Russia focusing on Ukraine's power grid, leading to frequent and widespread blackouts across the country. In June, Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky revealed that Russia had destroyed half of Ukraine's electricity-generating capacity since it began its concentrated attacks on energy facilities in late March. As a result, Ukraine has been forced to buy energy from the European Union, although this supply is insufficient to meet the nation's needs. Consequently, Ukraine has implemented planned nationwide blackouts to prioritize critical services such as hospitals and military installations. The recent attack not only highlights the ongoing struggles Ukraine faces in maintaining its energy infrastructure but also underscores the broader challenges it faces in the conflict. Over the past year, Ukraine has faced numerous setbacks on the battlefield, particularly in the eastern Donbas region, where Russia has made steady gains. There have been reports of issues with Ukrainian mobilization and concerns about a dwindling supply of manpower. However, Ukraine's recent incursion into the Kursk region provided a much-needed morale boost. Videos of Ukrainian soldiers raising their flag over captured Russian villages circulated widely, demonstrating Kyiv's capability to execute complex and successful military operations. These actions also sent a message to Western allies that Ukraine remains a formidable force capable of striking deep into Russian territory. Yet, the recent Russian air assault serves as a stark reminder of the challenges that lie ahead. In response to the latest wave of attacks, President Zelensky called on Western allies, including Britain, the United States, and France, to amend their rules and allow Ukraine to use their weapons to strike deeper inside Russia. Currently, Ukraine is permitted to use some Western-supplied weapons to target locations within Russia, but not long-range weapons. Zelensky emphasized that if European air forces collaborated more closely with Ukraine's air defense, "we could do much more to protect lives." The conflict is not limited to Ukraine's borders. During the attack, NATO member Poland reported that an "object," likely a drone, entered its territory. Polish army spokesman Jacek Goryszewski stated, "Most likely it was a drone and we assume so, because the trajectory of the flight and the speed indicate that it was definitely not a missile." NATO spokesperson Farah Dakhlallah condemned the Russian attacks on Ukraine, labeling any breach of NATO airspace by Russia as "irresponsible and potentially dangerous." The situation remains tense, with reports that Ukraine attempted to attack an oil refinery in Yaroslavl, a city northeast of Moscow, on Monday. The regional governor reported no casualties or damage from the attempted strike. Additionally, Russia's defense ministry claimed to have destroyed nine drones over its Saratov region, located some 560 miles from the Ukrainian border. As the conflict drags on, the human cost continues to mount, with both sides engaged in a brutal struggle for control and survival. Monday's air assault on Ukraine is a grim reminder of the destructive power Russia still wields and the precarious position Ukraine finds itself in as it continues to defend its sovereignty and the lives of its people. Credit: BBC 2024-08-27 Get the ASEAN NOW daily NEWSLETTER - Click HERE to subscribe -
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Landslide Buries Workers Inside High-Speed Rail Tunnel Construction in Nakhon Ratchasima
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Afghanistan’s New Taliban Laws: A Veil of Silence and Invisibility for Women
This is so sad and upsetting. And, what makes it worse is that it seems like more and more governments around the world have been normalising relations with the Taliban regime, which will probably never go away in the foreseeable future. Can any of us really see the Taliban ever holding proper, free and fair elections ?! Also, recently, on YouTube, I have come across several videos of some Western traveller YouTubers who had gone to Afghanistan. Their main message was like 'Hey, it is not so bad here in Afghanistan. The Taliban is mostly misunderstood. They actually care about their people, and the West should stop spreading lies and misinformation about them'. What is strikingly missing from their videos is any interaction with women there. In fact, women are rarely present in their videos. I don't know what to say about these naive, gullible people. Sad! -
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Former Police Chief Arraigned Over Red Bull Heir's Case Mishandling
Just waiting for the Statute of Limitations to run out. IT has on every other charge.- 1
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Landslide Buries Workers Inside High-Speed Rail Tunnel Construction in Nakhon Ratchasima
I got worried for a moment ,, thought it might actually be an all out effort to get it done ... but, not dissapointed, there are several slackers sitting around nose to mobil screen -
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Neck pain in Pattaya
6 months is a long time without relief. I would go to an Orthopedic Doctor at a hospital. They will first order an xray, then possibly an MRI after that. The xray will mostly only show broken bones or vertebrae subluxation. The MRI more detailed. I would not get a massage yet as if there is a serious conditon, that may exasperate it with the pushing and prodding of mostly unqualified massage ladies. Also, do you have any shoulder problems? Sometimes a shoulder issue can go all the way to your neck causing issues. -
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Trump Just Pulled Out Of The Debate 🐥🐣🐓🐔🐤
Great. Let him not show up. He needs this debate much more than she does. I agree with the poster saying this is just another of his chaos circus media whore games. If he doesn't show up he may as well flee now to be with one of his autocratic lovers. -
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Trump Just Pulled Out Of The Debate 🐥🐣🐓🐔🐤
He may just be stalling to see how this goes: https://www.usatoday.com/story/news/politics/elections/2024/08/26/january-6-fundraiser-donald-trump-golf-course/74950071007/ He's already distancing himself Future quote: "I didn't know anything about it! [insert spurious prattle here]" -
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THAILAND LIVE Thailand Live Tuesday 27 August 2024
Kanchanaburi Road Accident Kills Two A road accident occurred in Kanchanaburi Province, on August 26, when a pickup truck that the driver had lost control of, overturned, and crashed into a roadside tree. Full story : https://aseannow.com/topic/1336550-kanchanaburi-road-accident-kills-two/ -
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Ridiculous Electric Bill Loei Provence
On another note. You can go to the electric company and have them come check the meters accuracy to ensure there is not a problem with that. -
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Kanchanaburi Road Accident Kills Two
Picture from responders. A road accident occurred in Koh Khao Village, Tha Muang District, Kanchanaburi Province, on August 26. Emergency services were alerted to a pickup truck that the driver had lost control of, overturned, and crashed into a roadside tree along Route 4 in Nong Takya Subdistrict. At the scene, responders found that the pickup had been ripped apart, with the cab having been detached from the vehicle and the engine thrown further into the roadside verge. There wer two male victims, one was severely injured, identified as Mr. Parinya, 50 years old. He suffered a broken left leg, neck pain, and various abrasions across his body. Despite being rushed to the hospital, he was later pronounced dead at 16:50. The other victim, sadly found dead at the scene, was identified as Mr. Supat, 28 years old, the son of Mr. Parinya. This tragic event has shocked the local community, leaving a family shattered by the loss of a father and son. The cause of the accident is under investigation, the road was dry at the time of the accident and police stated that speed was probably a factor, considering the amount of damage. -- 2024-08-27 Get the ASEAN NOW daily NEWSLETTER - Click HERE to subscribe -
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Ridiculous Electric Bill Loei Provence
I would have to agree. If you are not in the house. and even if you are in it. I would unplug everything and turn off the breakers. Or watch the meter as you unplug things to check for shorts in the appliances. As stated in the reply. It is entirely possible someone is stealing your electric. You should be checking for that as well. -
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Seeking info. on Pajero 3.0L V6 – any experience / knowledge?
Is the V6 a petrol engine? If so makes sense, when sold new, petrol Pajero were cheaper than the diesel.
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