A massive blaze has erupted at a pivotal Russian defense plant in Omsk, known for producing tanks and "Solntsepyok" heavy flamethrower systems. The fire broke out on the roof of one of the workshops at Omsktransmash, a key manufacturer of military hardware for the Russian army, spreading across at least 50 square meters. Omsk residents have shared images and videos showing a towering column of thick black smoke rising from the plant.

The "Omsktransmash" plant experienced a fire earlier today, …

Russian forces have launched an offensive in the Kursk region, aiming to lift the blockade on Glushkovsky district, where around 3,000 soldiers are reportedly trapped. With Russia's superior military resources, holding this line presents a formidable challenge for Ukraine. Focus Magazine delves into the unfolding scenarios.

On September 11, Russian forces initiated a counteroffensive in the Kursk region, already executing a large-scale attack. The situation on the left flank for the AFU (Armed …

Russian President Vladimir Putin instructed the country's government to consider "specific restrictions" on the export of non-ferrous metals, particularly uranium, titanium, and nickel, according to Interfax. During a videoconference with government members, Putin told Prime Minister Mikhail Mishustin, "They limit the supply of certain goods to us, but maybe we should also think about certain restrictions—uranium, titanium, nickel."

"If this doesn't harm us, it might be worth considering—I'm …

Russian Security Council Secretary Sergei Shoygu has claimed that President Vladimir Putin was prepared to pause strikes on energy infrastructure. However, Ukraine declined to enter negotiations. Shoygu mentioned that the proposed moratorium extended to nuclear energy facilities, as well as commercial and civilian vessels in the Black Sea. Meanwhile, Kremlin spokesperson Dmitry Peskov has stated that "no concrete agreements were made."

Ukraine reportedly refused to sign an agreement with the …

Deputy Commander Maksym Zhorin revealed during a live broadcast on Channel 24 that there's been an uptick in assault intensity in his brigade's area of responsibility. Zhorin explained that the Russian effort is aimed at recapturing recently lost territories.

"The situation is exceptionally dynamic," he said. "One moment the fighting seems to quiet down, and the next, we are facing dozens of attacks within a single day."

Maksym Zhorin pointed out that the Russian forces' objective for the …

In a coordinated move, the foreign ministers of France, Germany, and the United Kingdom have issued a joint statement condemning the shipment of Iranian ballistic missiles to Russia. The trio denounced the transfers as a "direct threat to European security" and announced immediate measures, including the suspension of bilateral air service agreements with Tehran. They further indicated plans to continue sanctioning significant legal and physical entities and are working towards imposing …

Ukraine's Armed Forces have recently added a new drone, dubbed "Vepr," to their arsenal, and adversaries are finding it challenging to interfere with its unique frequency using electronic warfare systems.

The "Vepr" robotic complex, designed and developed in Ukraine, is a multifunctional drone capable of mining areas, evacuating the wounded from the battlefield, and delivering ammunition, according to ArmyInform.

Vadim, from the "Honor" Ground Robotic Systems Unit, mentioned that Ukrainian …

Significant disruptions in GPS systems have been reported along the Gulf of Finland and in Eastern Finland since Russia's full-scale invasion of Ukraine, reports Yle. The Finnish Coast Guard has informed that these issues are particularly frequent in the eastern part of the Gulf of Finland, near Kotka and Helsinki. Mariners have been advised to equip themselves with maritime charts and ensure they can navigate using traditional methods.

The interference has also disrupted commercial aviation …