• Senior Russian officer killed in Ukrainian drone strike in Zaporizhzhia region

    Ukrainian military intelligence killed Sergei Melnikov, the chief of staff of the Russian grouping "Storm. Ossetia," marking the removal of another high-ranking Russian official.

    The operation took place in the Zaporizhzhia region where Melnikov, known by the codename "Kam," was targeted. Operatives from Ukraine's Defense Intelligence (GUR) carried out the mission, capturing footage now available through the agency's channel as of January 5.

    Melnikov was ambushed on the Vasylivka-Tokmak …

  • Ukraine's electronic warfare: turning the tide in Kursk region against Russian drones

    Ukraine's large-scale offensive in the Kursk region has left Russia struggling, revealing major issues in countering Ukraine's movements. The primary obstacle for the Russian forces has been the potent "jammers" employed by the Ukrainian troops during their advance. Russian military aviation blogger, Fighterbomber, highlighted these challenges.

    Fighterbomber confirmed that a critical element of Ukraine's offensive is an exceptionally powerful electronic warfare system (EWS). This EWS has not …

  • Ukrainian drones strike Russian military targets in Rostov region

    Ukrainian UAVs launched an assault on military targets in Russia's Rostov region, hitting the cities of Millerovo and Taganrog. The Russian air defense systems were in full operation as explosions rocked the area. Sources say that drones were intercepted directly over populated areas as powerful explosions echoed through the night.

    An eyewitness captured the moment on video, exclaiming, "Are they shooting down missiles above us? Look at how many are flying! There's another one. Look, it's …

  • Ukrainian Forces advance in Kursk region: electronic warfare and tactical innovations challenge Russian defenses

    The Ukrainian Forces have reportedly entered the settlement of Berdyn. As the Ukrainian command maintains radio silence, Russian Z-Channels are already filled with reports about losing control over several settlements.

    The prominent Russian Telegram channel VChK-OGPU, allegedly linked to Russian intelligence, confirms the advance of Ukrainian forces into Berdyn. Attacks are underway along the Sudzha-Kursk highway and other key directions. Russian propagandists claim that Ukrainians are using a …

  • Ukraine launches strategic offensive in Russia's Kursk region

    Several Russian war channels are reporting that Ukrainian forces are advancing in Russia's Kursk region. According to WarGonzo, Ukrainian troops are attempting to press forward from the city of Sudzha. The channels "Operation Z" and "Military Informant" report, the main assault direction is the area near the village of Berdyn in the Bolshesoldatsky district of Kursk.

    Russian war bloggers indicate that Ukrainian forces are moving along the 38K-004 highway. Video footage released online shows …

  • Ukraine's major cities at risk of Russian occupation in 2025, warns former military official

    Former military officer Anatoliy Kozel, also known by his call sign "Kupol", has issued stark warnings that several major Ukrainian cities could face occupation by 2025 if current trends continue. In an interview with Ukrainian Witness, Kozel, formerly a lieutenant colonel and commander of Ukraine's 53rd mechanized brigade, criticized the flow of information to Ukraine's top brass and signaled a critical state on the frontlines.

    Kozel emphasized the missed strategic opportunities in the past, …

  • France to supply Ukraine with upgraded Mirage 2000-5F fighter jets by January 2025

    This month, Ukraine is poised to receive its initial shipment of French Mirage 2000-5F fighter jets, potentially arriving as early as January 2025. According to Avions Legendaires, France is expected to send the first batch of these fourth-generation fighters at the start of the year.

    The media outlet reports “this very month, the Ukrainian Air Force is scheduled to receive its first three Mirage 2000-5F fighters, sourced from French Air Force reserves and specially modified.”

    A total of nine …

  • Western allies prepare for 25th 'Ramstein' summit on Ukraine as U.S. announces major military aid package

    A coalition of Western countries is set to convene for the 25th meeting at the U.S. Air Force Base in Ramstein, Germany, on January 7. According to Pentagon Deputy Press Secretary Sabrina Singh, U.S. Defense Secretary Lloyd Austin is slated to participate in the event.

    John Kirby, the strategic communications coordinator at the White House's National Security Council, hinted at the potential announcement of a new military aid package for Ukraine in the coming days.

    Previously, on December 30, …

  • Russian forces advance towards Pokrovsk amid heavy casualties

    Russian forces continue their advance in the Donetsk region, drawing closer to the city of Pokrovsk. On Friday, January 3, the Ukrainian OSINT project DeepState identified the settlements of Dachne, Novy Trud, and Volkove as captured. These areas lie approximately 5-6 kilometers south of Pokrovsk. A similar situation on the battlefield is depicted by the blog Liveuamap, while the official briefing of the Ukrainian General Staff reported ongoing battles for the village of Novy Trud. …

  • Russian officer linked to Ukrainian civilian deaths in critical condition after explosion in Russia

    A Russian military officer, involved in the killing of civilians in the village of Hroza, Kupiansk district, Kharkiv region, is now in critical condition following an explosion, reported the Main Directorate of Intelligence of the Ministry of Defense of Ukraine.

    The explosion occurred on January 3 in the settlement of Shuya, Ivanovo region, Russia. Captain Konstantin Nagaiko, the battery commander of the rocket division of the 112th tank brigade of the 1st tank army of the Western Military …