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What invasion has cost Kyiv as war reaches 1,000th day – India TV

What invasion has cost Kyiv as war reaches 1,000th day – India TV

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Image Source : AP An explosion erupts from an apartment building at 110 Mytropolytska St., after a Russian army tank fired on it in Mariupol, Ukraine, Friday, March 11, 2022 Russia’s full-scale invasion of Ukraine reaches its 1,000th day on Tuesday, a grim milestone in Europe’s deadliest conflict since World War Two. Devastating human and material losses continue to mount, leaving Ukraine more vulnerable than at any time since the early days of the war. Following is a summary of Ukraine’s losses since the invasion. Human toll As of August 31, 2024 the UN Human Rights Monitoring Mission in Ukraine had documented at least 11,743 civilians killed and 24,614 wounded in Ukraine since the start of Russia’s full-scale invasion. UN and Ukrainian officials say the actual figures are probably much higher, given the difficulty in verifying deaths and injuries, especially in areas such as the devastated port city of Mariupol that are now in Russian hands. Ukrainian prosecutors said 589 Ukrainian children had been killed by November 14, 2024. Image Source : APStanislav, 40, says …

Ukraine hits Russia with US-made long-range missiles for first time on war’s 1,000th day – India TV

Ukraine hits Russia with US-made long-range missiles for first time on war’s 1,000th day – India TV

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Image Source : AP Russia-Ukraine war Ukraine used US ATACMS missiles to strike Russian territory for the first time on Tuesday, Moscow said, in a major escalation on the war’s 1,000th day. Russia said its forces shot down five of six missiles fired at a military facility in the Bryansk region, while debris of one hit the facility, causing no casualties or damage. Ukraine said it had struck a Russian arms depot around 110 km inside Russia and caused secondary explosions. It did not specify what weapons it had used. US President Joe Biden gave approval just this week for Ukraine to use medium-range US missiles for such attacks, which Moscow has described as an escalation that would make Washington a direct combatant in the war and prompt retaliation. It came amid plans for vigils to mark 1,000 days of war, with weary troops at the front, Kyiv besieged by airstrikes, and doubts about the future of Western support as Donald Trump heads back to the White House. Military experts say US missiles can help …

As Russia-Ukraine War Marks 1,000th Day, 21st Century’s Deadliest Conflict In Numbers

As Russia-Ukraine War Marks 1,000th Day, 21st Century’s Deadliest Conflict In Numbers

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Kyiv, Ukraine: The war between Russia and Ukraine, the deadliest conflict Europe has seen since the World War II, marks its 1,000th day today. Over one million people have reportedly either died or have been grievously injured since the beginning of the war. Amid the grim reality of the deadliest war of the 21st Century, cities, towns, and villages in Ukraine have been devastated and now lie in ruin. The loss of human life and material wealth keep mounting in a never-ending series of heartbreaking stories emerging from the war-torn country. Ukraine now stands more vulnerable than at any time since the beginning of the war. As per a report in the Wall Street Journal, “A confidential Ukrainian estimate from earlier this year put the number of dead Ukrainian troops at 80,000 and the wounded at 400,000, according to people familiar with the matter. Western intelligence estimates of Russian casualties vary, with some putting the number of dead as high as nearly 200,000 and wounded at around 400,000.” Both Russia and Ukraine have diminishing populations …

Mumbai City Hold Chennaiyin 1-1 In Thrilling 1000th ISL Match

Mumbai City Hold Chennaiyin 1-1 In Thrilling 1000th ISL Match

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Mumbai City FC rode on left-back Nathan Rodrigues’ strike to hold Chennaiyin FC 1-1 in a thrilling draw in the Indian Super League in Chennai on Saturday. Captain Ryan Edwards opened the scoring for Chennaiyin after an hour of gritty play. However their joy was short-lived as Rodrigues levelled the scores three minutes later in the milestone 1,000th contest of the ISL. The Marina Machans moved from seventh to fourth in the standings with 12 points, while the Islanders remained at eighth spot with 10 points. The action began with a long-range effort from Yoell van Nieff in the 19th minute, who unleashed a powerful shot that tested CFC goalkeeper Mohammad Nawaz, but he narrowly missed the mark. With the hosts’ backline on alert following the visitors’ attempt, a minute later, Tiri rose above the Chennaiyin defenders during a corner, sending a powerful header towards goal, resulting in a nearly-close miss. MCFC continued with their attack intent, as Nikolaos Karelis found an opening inside the box in the 30th minute and moved in …

ISL: An exciting draw to end the landmark 1000th ISL game

ISL: An exciting draw to end the landmark 1000th ISL game

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The two quality-headed goals headlined the 1000th ISL match between Chennaiyin FC and Mumbai City FC as the two sides played an exciting draw at the Jawahar Lal Nehru Stadium in Chennai. After a stalemate in the first half, both sides started putting in more work and the beautiful header from Ryan Edwards broke the deadlock which was later neutralized by an equally better-headed goal by Nathan Rodrigues. Chennaiyin with this win, jumped up to the top four positions in the league table while Mumbai City FC is still finding them outside the top 6, having 10 points out of seven matches. Here are the five major talking points from the match: #5 The 1000th ISL game The match had an iconic touch even before the start as the Indian Super League has touched a landmark figure of 1000 matches. From its inception in 2014, the ISL has transformed Indian football, growing from an eight-team competition to a 13-team league that stands as the country’s premier footballing showcase. #4 Flying save from Lachenpa Phurba Lachenpa …

Chennaiyin FC vs. Mumbai City FC in ISL’s 1000th Game

Chennaiyin FC vs. Mumbai City FC in ISL’s 1000th Game

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Eleven years of footballing marvel will reach one of its most prominent landmarks as the Indian Super League (ISL) celebrates its 1000th game when Mumbai City FC visit Chennaiyin FC at the Jawaharlal Nehru Indoor Stadium on November 9, at 5:00 pm IST. At the end of 998 games until now, 2791 goals have been scored, seeing 10 finals, six different playoff winners, and four separate league shield victors. The foundation for this transformative competition was laid with ATK’s 3-0 win against Mumbai City FC on October 12, 2014, in the first-ever ISL match. The ISL has reached major goal milestones over its 11-year history . Fikru Teferra scored ISL’s first goal for ATK in 2014, while Balwant Singh became the first Indian scorer soon after. The league’s first hat-trick came from Andre Moritz in 2014, and Sunil Chhetri became the first Indian to score a hat-trick in 2015. Key goals followed: the 100th by Romeo Fernandes, the 500th by Danilo Cezario, and the 1000th by David Williams. Notably, Sunil Chhetri set a record with …

Australia Thump West Indies In 1000th ODI, Becomes 2nd Team Ever To Reach Milestone

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Australia played their 1000th ODI match on Tuesday, becoming only the second team after India to do so in the history of the format. Australia accomplished this milestone during the third and final ODI against West Indies at Canberra. This landmark match turned out to be a memorable one for the Aussies as well, as they bundled out West Indies for just 86 in 24.1 overs and chased down the target in just 6.5 overs. With this, they also clean-swept the series 3-0. In 1,000 ODIs, Australia has won 609, lost 348, tied nine and 34 ended in no result. Their win percentage is 60.90. Besides Australia, only India has managed to play 1,000 ODI matches. In 1,055 ODIs, India has won 559, lost 443, nine have ended in a tie and 44 matches failed to produce a result. India’s win percentage is 52.98. With six ICC Cricket World Cup trophies and two titles to go along with a win percentage of above 60, the Aussies are the most successful team in ODIs. …

Australia registers 1000th ODI match; Second Team to achieve feat after India

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Australia Cricket team (image: CA) With set to play in the third ODI match of the West Indies tour of Australia 2024, the hosts set to play their 1000th ODI match. Australia registers 1000th ODI match Completing 999 ODI matches, Australia has 608 victories, with 348 defeats and 9 Ties. 34 matches ended with no result. Australia played their first ODI match against England at Melbourne Cricket Ground in 1971 where the hosts won the match by 5 wickets. Since then, Australia has played across various formats of games and remained one of the powerhouses of the game. The Australian side has a strong history after claiming six titles in the World Cup tournament. To be noted they have made 8 appearances in the finals of the tournament where they suffered defeat in a couple of games. They recently won the ODI World Cup 2023 in the Indian soil. Australia is the only team to appear in four consecutive World Cup finals in 1996, 1999, 2003, and 2007 surpassing the old record of West Indies who …