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Prominent Russian missile engineer assassinated near Moscow
Ukrainian military intelligence operatives have reportedly killed a prominent Russian missile engineer near Moscow.
According to Ukrinform, which cites intelligence sources, Ukrainian intelligence conducted a special operation leading to the death of Mikhail Shatsky, a key figure in Russian missile modernization efforts.
The news agency's source confirmed the operation's result, stating, “The information about the elimination of Shatsky is true.”
The first public acknowledgment of the chief …
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Drone strike hits Chechnya's Interior Ministry, Kadyrov threatens retaliation
In the early hours of December 12, a swarm of drones once again targeted the building of the second regiment of the Interior Ministry in Grozny, Chechnya. Reports indicate that at least four among Kadyrov's troops were injured. This information was corroborated by Chechnya's leader, Ramzan Kadyrov, on his Telegram channel.
The drone attack on Chechnya occurred at 12:55 am, hitting the special police regiment named after Kadyrov, part of the Ministry of Internal Affairs of the Chechen Republic. …
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Confusion and silence: Russian sources struggle to identify weapon used in Ukrainian Taganrog strike
Russian sources appear to be in disarray over reports related to the use of Ukrainian ATACMS missiles on Taganrog.
As the Russian Defense Ministry and Kremlin remain silent, an overnight missile strike on December 11 targeted an unspecified "industrial facility" in Taganrog, Russia. According to Defense Express, the intended target was the "Taganrog Aviation Scientific and Technical Complex named after G. M. Beriev," where A-50 AWACS aircraft are manufactured. Meanwhile, Russian propagandists …
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Ukrainian missile and drone attacks hit Taganrog and Bryansk, causing fires and industrial damage
In the early hours of Wednesday, December 11, the Russian city of Taganrog was hit by a rocket attack. According to interim governor of the Rostov region, Yuri Slyusar, an industrial facility suffered damage, and 14 vehicles were destroyed by fire in a parking lot. Preliminary reports indicate no casualties. "The extent of the damage is being clarified," he wrote. Local officials believe the Taganrog Aviation Scientific Technical Complex may have been the target.
Taganrog Mayor Svetlana …
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Lukashenko confirms nuclear warhead presence in Belarus and plans for Russian 'Oreshnik' missiles deployment
On December 10, self-proclaimed Belarusian president Alexander Lukashenko made a striking claim that nuclear weapons have been deployed in Belarus, as reported by the state news agency "BELTA". "I brought nuclear warheads here. Not just a dozen," he assured.
Lukashenko reprimanded skeptics dismissing Belarus' nuclear potential, citing that they completely "missed" the operation. "They didn't even notice how we brought them here," stated Lukashenko, acknowledging that using nuclear weapons is " …
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Putin quietly honors Russian espionage agents with Order of Courage
Russian President Vladimir Putin has quietly awarded Artem and Anna Dulzev the Order of Courage. The Dulzevs, who returned to Russia on August 1 as part of a prisoner exchange, previously engaged in espionage activities for Russia by posing as Argentine citizens.
The awards bestowed upon the Dulzevs have not been publicly disclosed. However, the media outlet Agenstvo noticed a publication in the "Rassvet" journal. This is the official print edition of Russia's Foreign Intelligence Service (SVR) …
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France allocates €2 billion to boost missile production and replenishment for Ukraine support
France is set to allocate €2 billion as part of an expanded €16 billion budget for 2025 to replenish and expand its missile stockpiles from 2024 to 2030. General Staff of the French Armed Forces announced that supplies of SCALP-EG cruise missiles will be replenished in 2024, while 2025 will be a pivotal year for additional stockpiling.
Since July 2023, France has been supplying SCALP missiles to Ukraine, which have been utilized in several operations, including an attack on the headquarters of …
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Zelensky rejects U.S. proposal to lower military draft age
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky has turned down a U.S. proposal to lower the military draft age from 25 to 18 years. "Our focus should be on equipping existing brigades with the necessary technology and training personnel to use that technology. We must not compensate for a lack of equipment and training by enlisting younger soldiers," Zelensky stated on social media on the evening of Monday, December 9.
Zelensky emphasized that the priority in supporting Kyiv should be "the delivery of …
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Ukrainian HIMARS strike targets Russian ammo depot in occupied Yenakijeve
In the occupied town of Yenakijeve in Ukraine's Donetsk region, explosions erupted on Tuesday, December 10. Local social media channels circulated a dramatic video showing the detonation of munitions. It is believed that a Russian ammunition depot was hit. According to the reports, the attack was carried out using HIMARS multiple rocket launcher systems. Local residents reported hearing three distinct impacts.
Following the attack, local authorities announced an urgent evacuation of residents …
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Ukrainian drones target Russian Engels airbase in Saratov region
Russian media outlets report that early morning on December 10, Ukrainian drones allegedly attacked the Engels military airfield. The information was confirmed by the region's governor, Roman Busargin, who stated that there were no damages or casualties. Emergency services are currently at the scene, addressing the situation.
"All necessary emergency services are conducting operations at the site. Preliminary reports indicate no damage or injuries," Busargin wrote on his Telegram channel. He …