• Russian forces deploy North Korean Bulsae-4 anti-tank missile systems in Ukraine

    Russian forces have begun using the North Korean long-range, self-propelled, anti-tank missile system Bulsae-4 against Ukraine, reports Ukrainian defense outlet Militarniy.

    Photos of the missile launcher were reportedly published on the Telegram channel KUP (+18).

    Ukrainian aerial reconnaissance discovered the system in an open area within one of the operational regions. The Bulsae-4 can strike targets beyond direct sight at a range of over 10 km. Since precise data on the North Korean weapon' …

  • Russia begins massive naval drills across multiple fleet zones

    Russia has commenced large-scale naval exercises, encompassing operational zones of its Northern, Pacific, and Baltic fleets, as well as the Caspian Flotilla. These planned drills involve forces from the fleets and the Caspian Flotilla, drawing participation from around 20,000 personnel, including crews from ships, naval aviation units, and coastal defense troops.

    The Russian Ministry of Defense announced on Tuesday, July 30, that the primary objective of these exercises is to assess the …

  • Hungary eases entry for Russians and Belarusians, sparking EU concerns

    Hungary has reportedly eased entry conditions for Russians and Belarusians, allowing them access to the EU without stringent checks, repots Deutsche Welle.

    After Viktor Orban’s visit to Moscow, Budapest has included Russian and Belarusian citizens in its so-called "national card" program. Intended for those wanting to work in Hungary, this card is issued for two years with the possibility of extension.

    Journalists have noted that holders of the "national card" bypass special European-level …

  • Ukrainian Forces repel massive Russian armored assault on Kurakhove

    Russians have made yet another failed attempt to advance on the Kurakhove front, the Air Assault Forces of Ukraine reported. According to the Ukrainian command, this was the second significant assault in recent times, with Russian forces deploying 57 armored units in an attempt to break through Tavrian paratroopers' defenses. The assault was repelled once again.

    During this battle, the Russians used 10 tanks, 47 infantry fighting vehicles, 10 motorcycles, and one buggy. Despite this immense …

  • Germany announces new military aid package for Ukraine, featuring Leopard tanks and drones

    Germany has announced a new package of assistance for Ukraine, featuring Leopard tanks, drones, helmets, a field hospital, and ammunition for the Gepard anti-aircraft system. According to the German government's official website, since the beginning of the Russian aggression, Germany has either delivered or pledged military aid to Ukraine totaling nearly €28 billion.

    In collaboration with Denmark, Germany has provided Ukraine with eight Leopard 1A5 tanks, increasing Ukraine's total number to 58 …

  • Significant Russian casualties reported in Mali as private military operations face setbacks

    Russian forces have reportedly been present in Mali since at least 2021, according to journalists. Following Yevgeny Prigozhin's death, the newly-formed African Corps is under the supervision of Deputy Defense Minister Yunus-Bek Yevkurov.

    Russia has sustained significant casualties in overseas missions involving private military companies, excluding operations in Ukraine, reported the Russian outlet Agentstvo. Novosti.

    On July 29, Russian media confirmed a major defeat of Russian mercenaries …

  • Ukraine’s Intelligence praises Tuareg rebels for decimating Wagner Group in Mali

    Ukraine’s Main Intelligence Directorate (GUR) has hailed the Tuareg rebels' special operation in Mali as highly successful, predicting severe repercussions for Russia and indicating that "there will be more to come."

    The Tuareg insurgents received critical "information" that enabled them to annihilate a convoy of Wagner Group mercenaries in Mali, said Andriy Yusov, spokesperson for Ukraine’s GUR, during a national news broadcast on July 29. According to Yusov, the operation is expected to have …

  • Erdogan criticizes Western involvement in Ukraine war, emphasizes Turkey's peace efforts

    Ankara, unlike some Western representatives allegedly doing everything to further fuel the conflict, continues to strive for peace and stability, said Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdogan.

    "No one has benefited from the war in Ukraine except Western military barons who supposedly keep adding fuel to the fire," Erdogan stated, according to Anadolu Agency.

    Erdogan emphasized that from day one, Ankara has sought to stabilize and end the conflict. Yet these efforts have been hindered, …

  • UK Defense Secretary evades parliamentary question on Ukraine's use of Storm Shadow missiles against Russia

    British Defense Secretary Luke Pollard sidestepped a Parliamentary inquiry about lifting restrictions on Ukraine's use of Storm Shadow missiles against Russian territory. In his response, he refrained from delving into specifics of the policy.

    Conservative MP James Cartlidge had submitted a written question to Defense Secretary Pollard regarding the authorization for using Storm Shadow missiles in strikes on Russia.

    Cartlidge's written question was submitted on July 17, 2024, with a response …

  • Ukrainian National Guard Major calls for tactical retreat amid escalating encirclement threat near Toretsk

    As Ukrainian forces face potential encirclement near Toretsk in Donbas, orders should be given for a tactical retreat, according to National Guard Major Oleksiy Hetman.

    The situation in Toretsk, Pokrovske, and the area around Chasiv Yar in Donetsk Province is reportedly critical. In an interview with Expresso TV, major Hetman suggested that Russian Armed Forces are possibly aiming to advance towards Kostiantynivka.

    Hetman highlighted the dangerous situation where supply routes are vulnerable …