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- In Soledar, in eastern Ukraine, “the bloodiest battle” is taking place since the beginning of the war.
- The Russian Wagner group claims control, despite the hotbed of resistance. Kyiv denies. The Russian presidency is awaiting official confirmation.
- Ukraine could win the war in 2023 with long-range weapons, Kyiv says, lobbying for German Leopard tanks. So far, Berlin has not responded after announcing the dispatch of 40 Marder armored infantry.
- Poland would be ready to supply Leopard tanks to Ukraine as part of an international coalition.
- Russia believes that the supply of tanks “prolongs the suffering” of the Ukrainians.
- General Gerasimov was appointed commander of Russian troops in Ukraine.
- Europe and NATO will intensify their cooperation against Russia. The meeting will take place on January 20 in Germany.
Zelessky thanks Poland and Lithuania
In his daily greetings, President of Ukraine Volodymyr Zelensky thanked his Polish and Lithuanian colleagues. Having visited Kyiv yesterday, they accordingly offered to supply Ukraine with tanks as part of an international coalition and equip it with missile defense batteries. “All together we will restore the security of Ukraine and all of Europe, restore our territorial integrity, and restore peace. »
German chancellor under pressure
Last week, Chancellor Olaf Scholz announced that Germany would supply Ukraine with Marder infantry fighting vehicles and a Patriot air defense system. Pressure is mounting on him to go ahead and take delivery of the Leopard tanks. Yesterday, Ukraine’s foreign minister said he thought it was only a matter of time before Germany agreed to send the tanks. “First they say no, then they fiercely defend their decision to finally say yes,” he added.
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Source: Le Parisien
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