Summary
On December 18, Ukrainian drones attacked a tanker in Rostov-on-Don, Russia, causing deaths and injuries. Both Russia and Ukraine have made territorial advances, with Russia capturing a village in Ukraine and Ukraine regaining much of Kupiansk. The US and Russia plan to discuss a peace deal, while the US Senate approved military aid for Ukraine.
Key Facts
- Ukrainian drones hit a tanker in Rostov-on-Don, causing a fire and casualties.
- Ukraine reported attacks on a Slavyansk oil refinery in Russia’s Krasnodar region.
- Russian bombs in Zaporizhzhia, Ukraine, injured 26 people, including a child.
- Ukraine claims control over 90% of Kupiansk, refuting Russian claims of capture.
- Russia captured the village of Herasymivka in eastern Ukraine.
- Russian President Putin stated Russian forces will expand in Ukraine if peace talks falter.
- US and Russian officials are set to meet in Miami to discuss ending the conflict.
- The US Senate passed a bill for $800 million in military aid to Ukraine.
- Norway plans to buy $290 million worth of ammunition for Ukrainian defense.
- The European Parliament approved a plan to end Russian gas imports by 2027.
