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Dnipro attack death toll rises to seven; combat engagements continue

Dnipro attack death toll rises to seven; combat engagements continue

The death toll from Russia's June 29 attack on Dnipro has risen to seven, after a 59-year-old man succumbed to his injuries. Ukrainian forces reported 184 combat engagements and approximately 1,350 Russian personnel casualties.

The death toll from Russia's June 29 attack on Dnipro has risen to seven, after a 59-year-old man succumbed to his injuries in hospital. Six men and one woman are among the fatalities, with sixteen individuals still receiving medical care, seven of whom are in serious condition. On the front lines, the Ukrainian General Staff reported 184 combat engagements on June 29, noting two missile strikes, 50 air strikes, and 136 guided aerial bombs by Russian forces. Ukrainian forces claimed approximately 1,350 Russian personnel casualties during the past day, alongside the destruction of 71 artillery systems, one tank, six armored combat vehicles, and one air defense system. Total estimated Russian personnel losses now stand at 1,403,550. Separately, on the second anniversary of Russia's withdrawal from Snake Island on June 30, 2022, Ukrainian military pilots described the operation to retake it as "scary, low, fast, and very maneuverable." Sources: Радіо Свобода, Українська правда

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United Kingdom announces £300 billion military budget increase

United Kingdom announces £300 billion military budget increase

The United Kingdom government has announced a substantial military budget increase, committing nearly £300 billion (€348 billion) over the next four years to modernize its armed forces. The plan aims to enhance the UK's defense capabilities amidst rising global threats, with inve

The United Kingdom government has announced a substantial military budget increase, committing nearly £300 billion (€348 billion) over the next four years to modernize its armed forces. The plan, unveiled after several months of delays due to budgetary constraints, aims to enhance the UK's defense capabilities amidst rising global threats. Key investments are earmarked for advanced drones, strengthening nuclear deterrence, and developing a "hybrid" Navy. The initiative seeks to ensure the British military is equipped to address contemporary security challenges.

Sources: Le Monde

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