Russia struck Odessa while Ukraine ramped up "Neptune" missile production. Here are the key updates from November 18.
The Russians have attacked Odessa with the "Iskander-M" ballistic missile. Meanwhile, Ukraine has successfully scaled up the serial production of "Neptune" missiles.
For more details on what happened on Monday, November 18 – see the article from RBK-Ukraine.
Russia’s War Against Ukraine: Latest News
This winter, Russians are expected to concentrate their efforts on capturing frontline cities in Ukraine, according to ISW analysts.
The German Green Party’s chancellor candidate, Robert Habeck, is ready to supply Ukraine with Taurus missiles for strikes on Russian territory.
U.S. Decision to Lift Restrictions on Long-Range Strikes Only Applies to Kursk Region, - Media
U.S. President Joe Biden lifted restrictions on Ukraine's use of long-range missiles only within the borders of the Kursk region of the Russian Federation. This decision was made about three days ago.
The decision was aimed at deterring North Korea from sending even more troops to Russia for the war against Ukraine.
Erdoğan to Present His Own Plan to Freeze the War in Ukraine During G20
Erdoğan will propose that Ukraine postpone discussions on joining the Alliance for at least 10 years as a concession to dictator Vladimir Putin.
In particular, the Turkish proposal will include the establishment of a demilitarized zone in eastern Ukraine, as well as the deployment of international forces there and military guarantees for Kyiv as compensation for agreeing to remain outside NATO.
Germany to Supply Ukraine with New AI Mini-Taurus Drones
The German company Helsing will provide Ukraine with 4,000 drones equipped with artificial intelligence. These drones, dubbed Mini-Taurus, will be outfitted with advanced systems that make them nearly invulnerable to Russian electronic warfare and GPS jamming.
German Defense Minister Boris Pistorius confirmed the delivery of drones to Ukraine.
Lithuanian Foreign Minister Calls for New EU Strategy for Ukraine's Victory
Lithuanian Foreign Minister Gabrielius Landbergis emphasized the need to revise the approach to assisting Ukraine and urged European partners to take decisive action.
"We all need a new strategy for Ukraine's victory, based on strength and mobilization capabilities, rather than fear of escalation. The thousand-day war has proven that peace cannot be achieved through a non-escalation strategy," Landbergis stated.
Ukraine Has Scaled Up the Serial Production of "Neptune" Missiles, - Umerov
Ukraine has successfully scaled up the serial production of "Neptune" missiles. They have also been improved.
He noted that he held a meeting with Ukrainian missile manufacturers. Plans for 2025, key directions, and industry development were discussed.
Umerov reminded that in 2022, the Ukrainian "Neptune" missile destroyed the flagship of the Black Sea Fleet of the Russian Federation—the cruiser "Moskva," marking a historic moment.
Russians Attacked Odessa with the "Iskander-M" Ballistic Missile, Intercepted by Air Defense
"Unfortunately, the downed enemy missile fell into the residential sector of the Primorsky district of the city and caused much grief," said the Air Forces.
According to the State Emergency Service, the missile hit a residential area, resulting in a fire: several dozen vehicles were burning, and there was a threat of the fire spreading to residential buildings.
Russia Increases Production Capacity for Rocket Engines: Satellite Images of Factories
The Russian Federation is constructing facilities at five factories that produce solid-fuel rocket engines. This is evidenced by satellite images taken in 2024.