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What happened on 19 July 2023 in the war?
Summary
A retrospective on a US aid announcement, a fire in Crimea and a missile strike on Odesa.
What did 19 July 2023 bring in the war in Ukraine? Reports from that day pointed to a large new US aid pledge, a fire at a military site in Crimea and a night-time Russian missile attack on Odesa.
US aid package
The United States announced a $1.3 billion military aid package for Ukraine. It included four NASAMS air defence systems, anti-tank missiles, Phoenix Ghost and Switchblade attack drones, and landmine-clearing equipment, among other items.
Odesa attacked
A Russian missile attack on Odesa during the night left at least 12 people injured.
Fire in Crimea
A fire broke out at military training grounds in Crimea. More than 2,000 people were evacuated, and a nearby highway was closed.
Mobilisation rules in Russia
On 18 July 2023, the day before, the Russian Federal Assembly amended its mobilisation laws. The conscription age limit for the highest-ranking officers of the armed forces was raised to 70 from 65.
