Contents tagged with War in Ukraine
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Massive fire erupts at key Russian defense plant in Omsk, known for tank and flamethrower Production
A massive blaze has erupted at a pivotal Russian defense plant in Omsk, known for producing tanks and "Solntsepyok" heavy flamethrower systems. The fire broke out on the roof of one of the workshops at Omsktransmash, a key manufacturer of military hardware for the Russian army, spreading across at least 50 square meters. Omsk residents have shared images and videos showing a towering column of thick black smoke rising from the plant.
The "Omsktransmash" plant experienced a fire earlier today, …
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Russia launches counteroffensive in Kursk region
Russian forces have launched an offensive in the Kursk region, aiming to lift the blockade on Glushkovsky district, where around 3,000 soldiers are reportedly trapped. With Russia's superior military resources, holding this line presents a formidable challenge for Ukraine. Focus Magazine delves into the unfolding scenarios.
On September 11, Russian forces initiated a counteroffensive in the Kursk region, already executing a large-scale attack. The situation on the left flank for the AFU (Armed …
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Putin was willing to pause strikes on energy targets, but Kyiv declined talks, claims Shoygu
Russian Security Council Secretary Sergei Shoygu has claimed that President Vladimir Putin was prepared to pause strikes on energy infrastructure. However, Ukraine declined to enter negotiations. Shoygu mentioned that the proposed moratorium extended to nuclear energy facilities, as well as commercial and civilian vessels in the Black Sea. Meanwhile, Kremlin spokesperson Dmitry Peskov has stated that "no concrete agreements were made."
Ukraine reportedly refused to sign an agreement with the …
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Escalation in Kharkiv region: Russian forces intensify assaults with fresh troops
Deputy Commander Maksym Zhorin revealed during a live broadcast on Channel 24 that there's been an uptick in assault intensity in his brigade's area of responsibility. Zhorin explained that the Russian effort is aimed at recapturing recently lost territories.
"The situation is exceptionally dynamic," he said. "One moment the fighting seems to quiet down, and the next, we are facing dozens of attacks within a single day."
Maksym Zhorin pointed out that the Russian forces' objective for the …
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France, Germany and UK condemn Iranian missile delivery to Russia as 'direct threat to European security'
In a coordinated move, the foreign ministers of France, Germany, and the United Kingdom have issued a joint statement condemning the shipment of Iranian ballistic missiles to Russia. The trio denounced the transfers as a "direct threat to European security" and announced immediate measures, including the suspension of bilateral air service agreements with Tehran. They further indicated plans to continue sanctioning significant legal and physical entities and are working towards imposing …
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Vepr drone: Ukraine's cutting-edge tech outmaneuvers Russian jamming efforts
Ukraine's Armed Forces have recently added a new drone, dubbed "Vepr," to their arsenal, and adversaries are finding it challenging to interfere with its unique frequency using electronic warfare systems.
The "Vepr" robotic complex, designed and developed in Ukraine, is a multifunctional drone capable of mining areas, evacuating the wounded from the battlefield, and delivering ammunition, according to ArmyInform.
Vadim, from the "Honor" Ground Robotic Systems Unit, mentioned that Ukrainian …
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Persistent GPS disruptions in Gulf of Finland linked to Russian jamming
Significant disruptions in GPS systems have been reported along the Gulf of Finland and in Eastern Finland since Russia's full-scale invasion of Ukraine, reports Yle. The Finnish Coast Guard has informed that these issues are particularly frequent in the eastern part of the Gulf of Finland, near Kotka and Helsinki. Mariners have been advised to equip themselves with maritime charts and ensure they can navigate using traditional methods.
The interference has also disrupted commercial aviation …
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Russian general identified as orchestrator of deadly Kyiv Children's Hospital strike, indicted by Ukraine
A devastating missile strike on a children's hospital in Kyiv, Ohmatdyt, was orchestrated by Lieutenant General Sergey Kobylash, according to Ukraine's Security Service (SBU). The SBU and the Prosecutor General's Office have indicted the Russian general in absentia for commanding the assault.
Lieutenant General Sergey Kobylash, who at the time led Russia's Long-Range Aviation, directed the catastrophic strike. This announcement came from SBU Deputy Head Serhiy Naumuk during a meeting with …
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Ukrainian drones pummel Russia: widespread attacks in nine regions and annexed Crimea
In the early hours of September 10, nine regions across Russia experienced a relentless drone assault, as reported by Russian media.
In the early hours of Tuesday, September 10, nine regions of Russia, along with annexed Crimea, were subjected to a massive drone attack. Explosions were reported in Belgorod, Kursk, Oryol, Voronezh, Tula, Kaluga, Lipetsk, Moscow regions, and Krasnodar Krai.
Moscow Oblast Governor Andrey Vorobyov shared in a Telegram post, that at least 14 drones were shot down …
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Russia's military recruitment skyrockets in 2024 amid new financial incentives
The rate of recruitment for contracted soldiers in Russia to fight in Ukraine has surged six fold, Russian media reports. Between April and June, lump-sum payments were made to 92.8 thousand individuals under these contracts. The recruitment rate for 2024 has increased by at least six times compared to last year, according to data on the Russian federal budget expenditures for these lump-sum signing bonuses, as reported by the news outlet Important Stories.
The recruitment pace has notably …
