Contents tagged with War in Ukraine
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Russia bolsters military reserves: over 300,000 personnel trained amid ongoing Ukraine war
Russia has reportedly put over 300,000 of its military personnel through intensive training in reserve regiments. These divisions have been pivotal in readying contract soldiers for combat roles against Ukraine, reported the Russian Ministry of Defense.
According to Ivan Buvaltsev, head of the Russian army’s combat training department, more than 300,000 servicemen were trained in reserve regiments this year. These units specifically prepare contracted soldiers for engagements in Ukraine. …
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Ukrainian F-16s: a game changer in missile defense
In a recent interview with Sky News, Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky revealed that Ukrainian F-16 fighter jets successfully intercepted and destroyed seven Russian cruise missiles aimed at civilian targets during a mass missile strike by Russian forces.
Analysts from Army Recognition note that the acquisition of F-16 Fighting Falcon jets proved to be a pivotal moment for Ukraine's air power, as these aircraft are equipped with advanced technology and avionics. Famed for their …
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France considers sending military instructors to Ukraine
France is considering sending military instructors to Ukraine, positioning itself as a potential leader in a new coalition alongside the UK, Poland, Baltic states, and Scandinavia. Five French lawmakers from various political factions have urged the country's Defense Minister Sébastien Lecornu to dispatch military instructors to Ukraine. The announcement was made by the member of the French National Assembly, Frédéric Petit, on X.
"The severity of the battles and mounting pressure from Russia …
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Turning point in the conflict: depletion of Russian MLRS signals shift in war dynamics
The Ukrainian army ended November with an intriguing and unexpected record. Over the past month, only nine MLRS of the Russian forces were destroyed, marking the lowest number since the full-scale invasion began. Military expert Oleksandr Kovaleko explains that this isn't due to a decline in the Ukrainian Armed Forces' efficiency but rather significant changes on the Russian side.
According to Kovaleko, the record low number of destroyed MLRS indicates that these systems are becoming rare in …
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Ukrainian troops repel major Russian assault in Kharkiv region
Ukrainian forces have successfully thwarted a Russian military assault in the Kharkiv direction, resulting in over 40 Russian casualties, reported Commander of the National Guard of Ukraine Oleksandr Pivnenko on Telegram.
The Russian troops, consisting of more than a platoon, attempted to attack the positions of the 13th Operational Brigade of the Ukrainian National Guard "Khartia" using three BMP-3 armored vehicles.
The soldiers from the "Khartia" brigade, alongside the 92nd Separate Assault …
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Three FAB-250 bombs accidentally dropped in Russia's Belgorod region: no casualties, evacuations ensue
In a dramatic turn of events, Russian territories faced significant aviation losses in the Belgorod region as three FAB-250 bombs were inadvertently dropped within a single day, reports the news outlet ASTRA.
One incident led to the evacuation of 100 people in a village within the region. According to ASTRA, the bombs fell in the area, but fortunately, there were no injuries reported.
ASTRA has discovered that the unintended release of a FAB-250 bomb from a Russian aircraft occurred on …
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Russian military leadership shake-up: Lieutenant General Sergey Kisel relieved of duties in Syria
Lieutenant General Sergey Kisel, the commander of Russian forces in Syria, has reportedly been relieved of his duties, according to the war correspondent Rybar and other Russian war channels.
There is no official confirmation of this information yet. Z-sources suggest that Colonel General Chaiko may have replaced him. Kisel was previously assigned to Syria following the failure of the 1st Guards Tank Army in the initial phase of Russia’s full-scale invasion of Ukraine. Russian channels are …
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39% of Russians justify possible nuclear weapon use in Ukraine, poll reveals
In a November poll conducted by the Levada Center, 39% of Russians believe that the use of nuclear weapons by Russia in its conflict with Ukraine could be justified, reports the news outlet Agentstvo. The survey reveals that 11% of participants feel nuclear weapon use is definitely justifiable, while 28% think it is more likely than not justifiable. Meanwhile, just under half, 45%, think it cannot or is unlikely to be justified.
"Disturbing discussions about the potential use of nuclear …
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Ukrainian Forces strike Russian S-400 air defense system in occupied Crimea
An explosion was reported in occupied Crimea after 11 a.m. on November 29, sending a massive column of thick, white-gray smoke into the sky. Online reports suggest the possible target was a Russian S-400 missile defense system installation. The head of Ukraine’s Center for Counteracting Disinformation at the National Security and Defense Council, Andriy Kovalenko, made the announcement.
“Crimea. Rumors suggest a strike hit the location of a Russian S-400 system,” said the head of Ukraine’s …
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Explosions rock Russian port of Tuapse, military ship Petr Morgunov suspected target
Significant smoke has been detected at a port in Russia's Krasnodar region, following reports of explosions. It is suspected that a military vessel may have been struck at the Russian port. The incident occurred in the port of Tuapse during the early hours of November 29, with smoke detected after the blasts. The large landing ship "Petr Morgunov" is believed to be the potential target of the attack, according to the Telegram channel "Crimean Wind."
Reports indicate that the smoke originates …
