Putin rules out use of nuclear weapons in Ukraine, affirms sufficient strength for ending the war

In an interview for the film "Moscow. Kremlin. Putin. 25 Years," airing Sunday, May 4, Russian President Vladimir Putin stated there was "no necessity" for the Russian Armed Forces to use nuclear weapons in their ongoing conflict with Ukraine. He emphasized, "They wanted to provoke us into making mistakes. But there was no need to use the weapon you mentioned, and hopefully, it will remain unnecessary." Putin asserted that the Russian military has "enough strength and means to bring what was …


Ukrainian Air Force strikes Russian command post in Donetsk region

The Ukrainian Armed Forces reportedly launched a significant strike against a Russian command post in the Donetsk region, an area crucial for managing Russian offensives towards Pokrovsk. This command post was strategically located near the occupied city of Bakhmut.

This operation was reported by Ukraine's General Staff, which confirmed that the Ukrainian Air Force recently delivered a devastating blow to the command post of the 6th Motorized Rifle Division in Bakhmut, an area temporarily …


Drones strike Russian defense electronics plant in Bryansk, sparking massive fire

A swarm of drones reportedly attacked the settlement of Suzemka in Russia's Bryansk region, targeting a facility involved in producing electronic components for the Russian defense sector.

Local telegram channels report a large fire following the drone attack.

"A massive plume of smoke was reportedly seen in Suzemka," stated the telegram channel "Incident and Crash Bryansk."

Around 10 p.m. on May 3, local public forums reported UAV sorties into the Bryansk region, advising residents to take …


Russian propagandists lament Ukrainian military gains, warn of a bloody stalemate

In a striking admission, Russian propagandists are voicing concerns over the state of their military forces, acknowledging vulnerability amid ongoing conflict with Ukraine. After the recent downing of a Russian Su-30 fighter jet by a missile launched from a Ukrainian marine drone, notable commentators like war correspondent Alexander Sladkov have expressed indignation at their country's performance, lamenting that their forces are "being swatted like flies".

"I feel sorry for us. We're getting …


Ukraine downs second Russian aircraft in Crimea

Ukrainian Forces have successfully downed a second Russian aircraft in Crimea on May 3, reported President Volodymyr Zelensky in his evening address.

"Our sea drone brilliantly struck the Russian plane. A testament to Ukraine's capabilities. Our army accurately targeted military objects in Crimea, taking down another Russian aircraft within 24 hours. Additionally, we've destroyed military depots," noted Zelensky.

The President also stated that Ukraine is ready for a 30-day ceasefire if Russia …