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Russian military leadership shake-up: Lieutenant General Sergey Kisel relieved of duties in Syria
Lieutenant General Sergey Kisel, the commander of Russian forces in Syria, has reportedly been relieved of his duties, according to the war correspondent Rybar and other Russian war channels.
There is no official confirmation of this information yet. Z-sources suggest that Colonel General Chaiko may have replaced him. Kisel was previously assigned to Syria following the failure of the 1st Guards Tank Army in the initial phase of Russia’s full-scale invasion of Ukraine. Russian channels are …
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39% of Russians justify possible nuclear weapon use in Ukraine, poll reveals
In a November poll conducted by the Levada Center, 39% of Russians believe that the use of nuclear weapons by Russia in its conflict with Ukraine could be justified, reports the news outlet Agentstvo. The survey reveals that 11% of participants feel nuclear weapon use is definitely justifiable, while 28% think it is more likely than not justifiable. Meanwhile, just under half, 45%, think it cannot or is unlikely to be justified.
"Disturbing discussions about the potential use of nuclear …
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Ukrainian Forces strike Russian S-400 air defense system in occupied Crimea
An explosion was reported in occupied Crimea after 11 a.m. on November 29, sending a massive column of thick, white-gray smoke into the sky. Online reports suggest the possible target was a Russian S-400 missile defense system installation. The head of Ukraine’s Center for Counteracting Disinformation at the National Security and Defense Council, Andriy Kovalenko, made the announcement.
“Crimea. Rumors suggest a strike hit the location of a Russian S-400 system,” said the head of Ukraine’s …
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Explosions rock Russian port of Tuapse, military ship Petr Morgunov suspected target
Significant smoke has been detected at a port in Russia's Krasnodar region, following reports of explosions. It is suspected that a military vessel may have been struck at the Russian port. The incident occurred in the port of Tuapse during the early hours of November 29, with smoke detected after the blasts. The large landing ship "Petr Morgunov" is believed to be the potential target of the attack, according to the Telegram channel "Crimean Wind."
Reports indicate that the smoke originates …
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Rebel offensive in Syria gains ground as Russian military presence diminishes
Rebel forces have launched a swift offensive in northern Syria this week, coinciding with Russia's reduced military presence in the region following the redeployment of former Wagner Group fighters to Africa, reports the news outlet Agenstvo.
On November 27, Syrian armed groups commenced a large-scale attack on areas under government control. According to the American Institute for the Study of War, by Thursday, rebels had seized at least 19 villages. By Thursday evening, the rebels were just 1 …
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Russia's economy faces alarming stagflation amid sanctions and Ukraine war
Russia's economy enters dangerous stagflation as crisis deepens – reports. The Russian economy is displaying worrying signs of stagnation and stagflation amid the collapse of the ruble and high key interest rates. Entering one of the most perilous phases, Russia faces a mix of economic stagnation and rising inflation, known as stagflation.
This crisis, feared by economists worldwide, is a direct result of sanction pressures and the costly war with Ukraine. Data presented at the XIX …
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Ukrainian Forces use GPS spoofing to redirect Russian drones to Belarus and Russia
Electronic warfare systems are being actively deployed against enemy drones, particularly through a method known as GPS spoofing.
Ukrainian troops have developed the ability to alter the preprogramed coordinates of Russian kamikaze drones and send them off course, according to a report by Le Monde.
This may explain why drones often find themselves in Belarus.
On November 26, Russia launched one of its most massive attacks on Ukraine, deploying 188 drones. Ukrainian forces reported destroying …
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Ukraine braces for intensified Russian missile strikes on infrastructure as winter looms
Russian forces have stockpiled missiles for strikes on Ukraine's infrastructure, targeting civilians as winter approaches, according to the Ukrainian President's Office. Ukraine is prepared to respond to Russia's extensive attacks on its energy facilities, stated Andriy Yermak, the head of the Ukrainian President's Office, on his Telegram channel.
Yermak highlighted that "Russians continue their tactic of terror. They have been stockpiling missiles for strikes on Ukrainian infrastructure, …
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South Korea denies Ukraine's arms request amid legal and geopolitical concerns
A Ukrainian delegation led by Defense Minister Rustem Umerov recently arrived in South Korea seeking to negotiate an arms deal, only to be turned down, reports the news outlet news comes SBS.
Reports indicate that Ukraine intended to purchase the weaponry, not to seek them as free aid. Kyiv's requests included Cheongung anti-aircraft missile systems, other air defense systems, tanks, artillery units, and ammunition. Umerov met with President Yoon Suk-yeol and Defense Minister Kim Yong-hyun. …
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The Netherlands delivers three Patriot systems to Ukraine
Ruben Brekelmans, the Dutch Defense Minister, has confirmed via a post on X that the Netherlands has provided Ukraine with three Patriot surface-to-air missile systems.
"With the persistent air raids, Ukrainians face a harsh winter ahead. That's why we have delivered three Patriot systems to them," Brekelmans stated, without specifying the exact timing of these deliveries.
Previously, in October, Brekelmans indicated that Amsterdam had shipped the first batch of F-16 fighter jets promised to …