Contents tagged with War in Ukraine
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Russian coal export crisis: Economic decline and social instability loom
The Russian economy is facing a rapid decline, as coal exports—one of the last pillars of the Kremlin's natural resource budget—plummeted by tens of percent in March. The economic collapse in Russia's coal industry is becoming increasingly apparent, with statistics from March revealing the catastrophic scale of the export drop. According to the Institute of Energy and Finance, coal shipments via major ports have significantly decreased, down 30% at Ust-Luga and 21% at Nakhodka and Vostochny …
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Ukraine reports record Russian losses in artillery and armored vehicles in March 2025
March 2025 saw a significant increase in losses for the Russian military, including record highs in artillery and armored vehicle losses since the start of the large-scale invasion of Ukraine.
On April 1, Ukraine's Ministry of Defense released General Staff data indicating that Russian army personnel losses grew by 4,590 more in March compared to February.
The total irreversible and sanitary loss for the Russian forces in March reached 41,160 personnel, compared to 36,570 in February. …
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Ukraine engages in consultations with U.S. on new mineral agreement amid concerns over national interests and security guarantees
Ukraine aims to formulate a new mineral agreement that aligns with the national interests of both nations. Foreign Minister Andriy Sybiha confirmed that Ukraine has initiated a first round of consultations with American counterparts regarding a new draft of a mineral agreement proposed by the United States. He stated that Kyiv was ready to sign a previously developed framework agreement, and now the Ukrainian side has a proposal for expansion and a new text for the agreement.
Sybiha emphasized …
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Potential Trump-Putin deal on Nord Stream 2 raises concerns in Berlin
Reports are surfacing of behind-the-scenes negotiations between the Americans and Russians discussing the potential reactivation of the Nord Stream 2 gas pipeline as part of a ceasefire agreement in Ukraine. Russian Foreign Minister Sergey Lavrov confirmed this development, hinting at an opportunity for American investors to acquire and utilize Nord Stream 2 to send Russian gas, previously purchased, back into Europe.
“A good development, not a bad one,” said one acquaintance, suggesting that …
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Russian forces employ unconventional tactics in Toretsk battle, utilize underground routes to infiltrate Ukrainian defenses
Russian forces continue to employ unconventional tactics in the ongoing battle for Toretsk, Donetsk region, reportedly utilizing underground communications, including city sewers, to infiltrate Ukrainian defense lines, reported Viktor Tregubov, spokesperson for the operational-strategic group of forces "Khortytsia," during the "United News" telethon.
He noted that Toretsk is a strategic focal point for the Russian military, motivating them to explore every possible avenue to penetrate the city. …
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The Netherlands commits €500 million for Ukraine's drone development
The Netherlands has announced a significant €500 million support for Ukraine, targeting the development of drones. Dutch Minister Ruben Brekelmans and State Secretary Guus Teunmann revealed the initiative during their recent visit to Ukraine.
According to the Dutch Ministry of Defense, a total of €500 million will be allocated to fund this extensive drone project in support of Ukraine as of Monday, March 31.
Additionally, the ministry announced a comprehensive package totaling €2 billion in …
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Russian tank fleet dwindles as production and repair lag
Russia is grappling with a significant problem on the front lines as Ukraine claims a crucial victory in the ongoing conflict. The Ukrainian military has reportedly decimated nearly the entire Russian tank fleet over the past three years, leading to severe challenges for the Russian armed forces. The Russian army is experiencing a dire shortage of military equipment, as its tank reserves are dwindling, and the pace of production and repair efforts can't keep up with battlefield losses. This …
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Intense shelling and fierce street battles continue in Toretsk
Russian forces are intensively targeting the Toretsk community in Ukraine's Donetsk region, with a staggering near-200 artillery and air strikes reported in just one day. Parts of Toretsk remain under Russian occupation, and street fighting continues, said the head of Toretsk’s city military administration, Vasyl Chynchyk, during a national news broadcast.
“The situation in the city remains tense. The enemy is relentlessly shelling Toretsk,” Chynchyk reported. “In the past day alone, there …
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Chilling allegations: body of American mercenary Russell Bentley's missing amid claims of Russian atrocities in Donetsk
Pro-Russian activist Tatiana Montyan has revealed the chilling reason why the body of American Russell Bentley, allegedly tortured to death by Russian soldiers, has yet to be found in occupied Donetsk. Montyan made these explosive claims during an interview with Russia's "Nevskaya Studio,"
Pro-Russian militant and propagandist Russell Bentley, known as "Texas," who fought for the Russian forces against Ukraine since 2014, was reportedly killed in Donetsk last spring. The incident occurred when …
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Russian military blogger highlights Ukrainian drone dominance and logistical chaos in Belgorod region
In a candid revelation, one of Russia's prominent military bloggers, Filatov, expressed concerns about Ukraine's extensive use of drones in the Belgorod region, which he claims leaves the Russian army at a disadvantage.
In the Belgorod area, the Ukrainian Armed Forces are reportedly deploying drones very aggressively, preventing the Russian army from making any significant advances. "Belgorod sees hundreds of FPV drone strikes daily. Surprised? No. The Ukrainians openly stated their goal of …