The German newspaper WELT spoke with Ukrainian soldiers and foreign experts to understand the state of Ukraine as it enters the new year 2025 against the backdrop of the ongoing war against Russia.
Points of attention
- The Russian army reached the climax of its offensive on the battlefield.
- The Ukrainian military continues to actively counter the aggressor, inflicting losses on it in manpower and equipment.
- 104 combat clashes were recorded on the front during December 30.
Ukraine is not going to surrender despite the loss of some territories
According to Austrian military expert Markus Reisner, as of today, the Russian army has reached the climax of its offensive.
He also suggested that the occupiers may capture several more important settlements in the Donetsk region in the near future.
In addition, the expert warned that Russian dictator Vladimir Putin has still not given up on his goal of completely occupying the Kherson and Zaporizhia regions.
According to Ukrainian artilleryman Roman Greshchuk, who serves near Kherson, the invaders will not be able to cross the river.
The situation on the front on December 30 — key details
According to the General Staff of the Armed Forces of Ukraine, the situation on the battlefield remains tense. The fighters of the Armed Forces of Ukraine continue to actively oppose the Russian army, causing it losses in manpower and equipment.
So far, 104 combat clashes have been recorded.
During the current day, border settlements came under enemy attack. The areas of the settlements of Bachivsk, Oleksandrivka in Sumy region and Tymofiivka in Kharkiv region were affected by artillery fire.
Ukrainian defenders are holding back the onslaught and have repelled 23 enemy attacks, seven clashes are still ongoing. Enemy losses are being determined.