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Ukrainians Regain Ground Amid Rising Russian Military Spending

12/18/2025

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Ukrainian forces regained control of 16 square kilometers in northern Pokrovsk amid heavy Russian pressure, according to Commander-in-Chief Oleksandr Syrskyi.
Russia plans to spend about $122 billion on the war in 2025, marking a significant increase in military expenditure.
Russian strikes caused one death and 17 injuries across various regions in the past day.
The situation remains tense as both sides prepare for potential escalations.

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Ukrainian forces regained control of 16 square kilometers in northern Pokrovsk amid heavy Russian pressure, according to Commander-in-Chief Oleksandr Syrskyi.
Russia plans to spend about $122 billion on the war in 2025, marking a significant increase in military expenditure.
Russian strikes caused one death and 17 injuries across various regions in the past day.
The situation remains tense as both sides prepare for potential escalations.