Contents tagged with Russia

  • Ukrainian Special Forces capture advanced Russian T-80BVMP Tank

    A T-80BVMP, the most advanced Russian tank model of 2023, has been captured by Ukrainian Special Operations Forces (SSO). Analysts are calling this event as a tactical victory for Ukraine given the tank’s significant enhancements in armor and firepower capabilities.

    The T-80BVMP tank, known for its upgraded weaponry, protection, and mobility, was discovered abandoned and subsequently captured by a Ukrainian SSO unit. This tank has been safely transported into Ukraine, according to OSINT …

  • Ukrainian Forces capture two settlements from Wagner mercenaries amid intense clashes in Kursk region

    The ex-Wagner mercenaries have lost control of two settlements. On his Telegram channel "Frontline Thoughts", a Ukrainian soldier with the call sign "Shadow" claims that while the Russians possess plenty of courage and spirit, they lack intelligence. "Wagner" has been taking hits consecutively for two days, leading to widespread panic among regular troops,” Shadow noted.

    The soldier goes on to mention that the former Wagner members have already lost two settlements. He reiterates that while …

  • Double standards: Russian propagandist sends son to Spain despite Anti-EU rhetoric

    Elena Karaeva, a key figure at state-run RIA Novosti, has sparked controversy by claiming that the European Union wants to "rob and destroy" Russia, only to have sent her son on vacation to Spain.

    Karaeva, who holds a French passport, was once a vocal critic of Russia and an admirer of France. However, her narrative took a dramatic shift in recent years.

    Karaeva's recent column on RIA Novosti discusses the Ukrainian Armed Forces' operations in the Kursk region, painting them as part of a Euro- …

  • Concern and controversy: Russia continues deploying conscripts to Kursk region amid rising capture reports

    Recent social media posts from residents of various Russian regions, particularly Murmansk and Kaliningrad, indicate that conscripts from local military units are being deployed to the Kursk region. Often, these stories are recounted by the sons or husbands who are serving mandatory military service. For example, the decision to send conscript soldiers to Kursk appears to be planned by the 80th Motorized Rifle Division, stationed in Murmansk.

    According to a statement from the relatives of the …

  • Kyiv: sanctions cripple Russia's ability to rebuild destroyed strategic aircraft

    Advisor to the Head of the President's Office, Mykhailo Podolyak, stressed the critical importance of continuing to target Russia’s strategic aviation, as it reduces the number of attacks on Ukraine.

    Ukrainian defenders continue to carry out strikes on Russian military targets, including airfields. This significantly lowers the enemy's combat capabilities, with sanctions playing a crucial role in this regard. Podolyak provided these details during a broadcast on "Channel 24" where he the …

  • Budanov: Ukraine prioritizes severely wounded, women, and Azovstal defenders in prisoner exchange with Russia

    The head of Ukraine's Defense Intelligence, Kyrylo Budanov, has identified which groups will be exchanged first in the ongoing prisoner exchanges with Russia. According to Budanov, priority will be given to those who are severely wounded or seriously ill, women, and long-term captives. He also mentioned that special focus is placed on the defenders of Azovstal.

    "The tragic events at Azovstal hold a special place for us. We are particularly attentive to bringing back everyone who was at …

  • Bild: Russia planned a secret nuclear strike on Germany amidst diplomatic highs

    As tensions between Germany and Russia reached a historic high, Moscow was reportedly planning nuclear strikes on Berlin. According to an exclusive report by BILD, British journalists obtained access to a classified presentation for Russian officers that outlined 32 target areas in Europe, including four specific locations in Germany.

    During the 2008-2014 period, when diplomatic relations between Germany and Russia were considered strong, the Russian Navy's Baltic Fleet was secretly rehearsing …

  • Kursk region evacuees to be relocated to Russian-occupied Zaporizhzhia

    Some residents of the Kursk region, evacuated from the area, will be relocated to the Russian-occupied Zaporizhzhia region. He reached an agreement with the pro-Russian "head" of Zaporizhzhia, Yevhen Balitsky, during a phone discussion.

    According to Smirnov, residents will soon start being transported to temporary accommodation points in the occupied Ukrainian. On Balitsky's suggestion, spas and guesthouses near the Sea of Azov, from Berdyansk to Kyrylivka, will be used for relocation.

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  • Iranian military delegation visits Moscow for Army-2024 forum amid strengthening defense ties

    A high-ranking Iranian military delegation has flown to Moscow to take part in the International Military-Technical Forum "Army-2024", reports the Tasnim news agency.

    The visit comes at the invitation of the Russian Ministry of Defense. The delegation is led by General Ali Shadmani, Deputy Chief of Iran's Central Staff. He is scheduled to meet with top officials from the Russian defense sector during the visit.

    Reports indicate that representatives of the Islamic Republic will also engage in …

  • Ukraine establishes major fortified area in Kursk region amid ongoing advances

    In the midst of front-line advances by Ukrainian Armed Forces, extensive construction of fortified positions, including bunkers and strongholds, begins in captured Ukrainian territories.

    According to reports from Russian sources, Ukrainian Forces continue their offensive, engaging in combat on multiple fronts. Local media and military bloggers are relaying information with notable delays, attributed to lagging data updates. Ukrainian sabotage groups are highly active in the region, launching …