Moscow: The Russian Ministry of Defense has declared the liberation of the town of Kommunarovka in the Dnipropetrovsk region and the town of Torskoye in the Donetsk People’s Republic. This announcement marks a significant development in the ongoing conflict.

According to National Iraqi News Agency, the ministry released a statement detailing recent military activities. Russian air defense systems reportedly shot down five guided bombs and 498 Ukrainian drones within the past 24 hours. This action is part of a broader effort to defend strategic positions.

The statement also highlighted the scale of aerial engagements throughout the conflict. Russian air defense systems have reportedly shot down over 190,000 Ukrainian drones since the onset of the special military operation. This figure signifies the intensity and duration of the conflict.

In addition to the aerial defenses, the ministry reported substantial Ukrainian casualties. Approximately 1,435 Ukrainian forces were reported as casualties across various battlefronts in the last 24 hours. This development underscores the ongoing hostilities and their impact on military personnel.