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New York Times
3 days ago
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- New York Times
Ukraine Says Russian Strike on Military Base Killed 12 Soldiers
A Russian missile attack on a Ukrainian military training base killed at least 12 soldiers and wounded more than 60 others on Sunday, the Ukrainian military said, in a rare statement acknowledging casualties within its ranks. Ukraine's military did not disclose where the strike occurred, saying in a statement only that there was not a mass gathering at the time of the attack. 'At the time the air raid alert was announced, all personnel were in shelters, except for those who may not have had time to reach it,' Vitalii Sarantsev, a spokesman for Ukraine's Ground Forces, said in an interview with Ukrainian news media. Ukraine's military does not typically disclose official casualty figures, which are treated as a state secret and are a highly sensitive topic in the country. The strike on the training base came after what Ukrainian officials said was Russia's largest combined overnight aerial assault on the country since the start of the war. Russia launched 472 drones and seven missiles overnight, according to Ukraine's Air Force. It said that the vast majority of the drones and three of the incoming missiles were intercepted, but that at least 18 targets were struck. The air force did not provide further details on what was struck.
Yahoo
27-02-2025
- General
- Yahoo
Ukrainian Ground Forces Command unveils "Infantryman's Ethos", hailing troops as "universal warriors"
Ukraine's Ground Forces Command has endorsed the "Infantryman's Ethos", a new framework outlining the moral values, principles and beliefs that guide the behaviour and actions of Ukrainian troops throughout their service. Source: press service for Ukraine's Ground Forces Command Details: During the presentation of the Ethos, Vitalii Sarantsev, a spokesman for the Ground Forces Command, highlighted the crucial role of infantry in modern combat, stressing the importance of self-identity and ethical principles in carrying out combat missions. Sarantsev also emphasised the significance of training reservists, who are essential to Ukraine's combat readiness. "We must impart not only knowledge and skills but also the spirit of our army. The training of reservists should be rooted in the values of the Ethos," he added. The Infantryman's Ethos comprises several sub-sections, ranging from a brief history of the Ukrainian infantry to the definition of the infantryman's mission and purpose and established standards. The Ethos notes that infantrymen are the backbone of the Ukrainian Ground Forces. "They are universal warriors who perform the most difficult combat missions on the front line, directly facing the enemy," it states. "The infantry is a symbol of steadfastness and courage, with its soldiers forming the foundation of Ukraine's defence. Their contribution to the modern struggle for independence is invaluable, and their spirit serves as an example for the entire nation," the Ethos also adds. Support Ukrainska Pravda on Patreon!
