Russian forces are attempting to strike at the rear logistics areas, railways, and breach the supply routes actively used by the Ukrainian Defence Forces, according to retired Ukrainian major Oleksiy Hetman.

The Russian Armed Forces are particularly focused on reaching Kostyantynivka in the Donetsk region, a crucial railway hub, said military expert and retired Ukrainian major Oleksiy Hetman on the broadcast of FREEДОМ TV.

"The Russians' plans are to reach Kostyantynivka, which serves as a …

Russian forces are gaining momentum in the Toretsk direction, exploiting the situation that has developed with the Ukrainian units holding positions there, said the DeepState co-founder Roman Pogorelyi in a comment to Espreso.

"A complex issue has arisen, posing numerous additional unanswered questions. Over the last few days, we've seen active discussions, particularly in the Yurivka and New York areas, involving the brigades and units stationed there, including the 206th Battalion of the …

Ukraine's defense forces are set to receive a substantial shipment of drones from Latvia this July. These drones, worth €4 million, are being produced by Latvian companies to address the evolving needs of Ukrainian military forces on the battlefield.

Among these are various types of drones, including FPV (First-Person View) drones. Over 2,500 drones from seven Latvian companies will be delivered in stages throughout the month, announced the Latvian Ministry of Defense on 5th July, adding that …

Germany has delivered its third Patriot air defence system to Ukraine, as confirmed by the German Ambassador to Ukraine, Martin Jäger. In a statement on social platform X, he emphasized that the Patriot system will provide crucial protection for Ukrainians and critical infrastructure against Russian air attacks.

Ambassador Jäger also mentioned that Ukrainian crews have undergone successful training on the Patriot system in Germany. This preparation is vital for the effective deployment and …

Hungarian Prime Minister Viktor Orban has arrived in Moscow. His plane landed at Vnukovo Airport. Russian news agency Interfax has released video footage of the Hungarian premier's motorcade heading towards the Kremlin.

According to Interfax, Orban's visit aims to hold talks with Vladimir Putin as part of a "peace mission" to address the conflict in Ukraine.

Neither Hungary nor Russia had previously announced the planned visit officially.

The European Union, commenting on Orban’s unannounced …

During the night of July 5, several regions in Russia came under drone attacks. UAVs attacked a refinery in Rostov as well as Primorsko-Akhtarsk in the Krasnodar region, potentially damaging infrastructure.

Regional Governor Veniamin Kondratyev stated on his Telegram channel that Russian air defence systems intercepted several drones, but debris allegedly damaged civilian infrastructure. According to the official, six people were hospitalised, including two children. A six-year-old girl might …

Russian Forces have decimated the Kanal district in Chasiv Yar, Donetsk Oblast. Ukrainian soldiers are struggling to maintain defences amidst the rubble, reported Captain Volodymyr Nazarenko, Head of Artillery Reconnaissance for the 4th Rubizh Brigade of the National Guard of Ukraine (NGU), during a broadcast on Espreso.

He noted that along the entire eastern front line, Russian forces are exerting significant pressure on Ukrainian positions, making extensive use of UAVs and quadcopters with …

In April, a Russian Baltic Fleet missile corvette named Serpukhov was incapacitated by a Russian sailor who defected to Ukraine. This operation was part of a Ukrainian Military Intelligence (GUR) initiative dubbed "Fishing." This information was shared by the defector himself during a joint press conference of the "Freedom of Russia" Legion and the "I Want to Live" project.

Since early 2023, a Russian sailor with the call sign "Goga" had secretly joined the "Freedom of Russia" Legion to oppose …