Contents tagged with War in Ukraine
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Wave of Ukrainian drone strikes ignite fires at key Russian oil facilities
In the early hours of Friday, drone attacks targeted multiple oil refineries in Russia, specifically those in Afipsky, Ilsky, Krasnodar, and Astrakhan. The General Staff of the Ukrainian Armed Forces reported that these recent strikes, stretching over the past two nights, successfully hit significant targets within Russian territory. The assaults involved oil refineries and other facilities.
On the night of 20 June, units from the Armed Forces of Ukraine (AFU) and the Security Service of …
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Romania to supply Patriot air defense system to Ukraine
The Romanian National Defense Council has decided to supply Ukraine with a Patriot air defense system.
"In view of the significant deterioration of the security situation in Ukraine resulting from Russia's continued and massive attacks on civilian populations and infrastructure, particularly in the energy sector, as well as the regional implications of this situation including impacts on Romania's security, the Council members (The Supreme Council of National Defense led by President Klaus …
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South Korea reconsiders arms shipments to Ukraine following North Korea-Russia military pact
The South Korean government has announced that it will review its stance on arms shipments to Ukraine following the signing of a treaty between North Korea and Russia, which includes a mutual commitment to provide immediate military assistance if either country is attacked, reports the South Korean news agency Yonhap.
"We plan to reconsider the provision of arms to Ukraine," stated National Security Adviser Jang Ho-jin.
The publication highlights that Jang hinted at a shift in South Korea's …
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Russia relocates 80% of troops from Finland border to Ukraine
Published satellite images reveal empty bases previously hosting Russian military equipment and personnel. Finnish news outlet Yle reports significant movement of Russian forces from the Finland border to Ukraine.
Finnish intelligence confirms that up to 80% of the troops have relocated. The satellite images, revealed by Finnish journalists, show nearly deserted garrisons and military bases of Russian ground forces near the Finland border.
Only obsolete equipment remains at some bases, and …
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Ukrainian Forces gain ground in Kharkiv region
In the Kharkiv region, Ukrainian forces (AFU) have made significant progress. Several Telegram channels report that the AFU is "clearing out" the settlements of Hlybokaye and Lukyantsi. However, the situation remains tense in Vovchansk, as the General Staff of the Armed Forces of Ukraine stated in their evening briefing.
"Clearing operations continue in Hlybokaye and Lukyantsi in the Kharkiv region. The situation is still unclear, more concrete conclusions can be drawn when our forces fully …
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Russia acknowledges downing of A-50 reconnaissance aircraft by Ukrainian Forces on February 23
Russia has acknowledged that on February 23, its A-50 reconnaissance aircraft was downed by Ukrainian forces. This information came in reports published on Monday, June 17, by the Investigative Committee and Moscow courts of general jurisdiction. These reports included details about the in-absentia arrest of Colonel Mykola Dzaman, commander of the 138th Anti-Aircraft Missile Brigade of the Armed Forces of Ukraine (AFU).
Russian authorities have accused Dzaman of terrorism. According to the …
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US Senator claims Trump supports military aid to Ukraine and might authorize strikes on Russia if re-elected
Former U.S. President Donald Trump privately supports American military aid to Ukraine and, if he were president again, may allow the use of U.S. weapons on targets within Russian territory. This revelation comes from Republican Senator Joni Ernst, as reported by Bleeding Heartland .
According to Ernst, Trump believes that supporting Ukraine is the right course of action, though he does not make this stance public.
“He’s actually quite silent on this matter, and it’s only in private …
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Baba Yaga drones: the new nightmare for Russian frontlines as Ukraine innovates remote mining tactics
The Ukrainian Forces are utilizing "Baba Yaga" drones for remote mining, said Dmitry Rogozin, the former head of Roscosmos and a Russian military "adviser," on his Telegram channel.
Rogozin claims that Ukrainian forces use heavy "Baba Yaga" multi-copters, presumably, to mine front-line roads exclusively during nighttime. According to the propagandist, this could indicate preparations for offensive operations.
It should be noted that there is no officially acknowledged UAV named "Baba Yaga" in …
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Russia reinforces troops for renewed offensive in Kharkiv region
The Russian armed forces have strengthened their assault force for an advance on Borova in [the Kharkiv region. Russia has amassed up to ten thousand troops and around 450 military vehicles, including 200 artillery systems, analysts from DeepState reported on their Telegram channel.
"From Raigorodok to Novovodyane, the Russians have amassed up to 10,000 troops and approximately 450 military vehicles, including 200 artillery systems. The objective is clear — an attempt to replicate last year’s …
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Commander resigns amid investigation into Russian breakthrough in Kharkiv
In late May, investigators from the State Bureau of Investigations (SBI) started to look into what occurred during the Russian Federation’s offensive on Kharkiv. They are seeking answers as to how the Russians managed to advance kilometers deep into the Kharkiv region so quickly. By mid-June, it was revealed that the commander of the brigade holding that direction had resigned.
Lieutenant General Artur Gorbenko, Commander of the 125th Territorial Defense Brigade (TRO), formed in Lviv, …