Contents tagged with War in Ukraine
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Russian tank commander defects to Ukraine during Vovchansk offensive, leading to major setback for Russian forces
In a dramatic turn of events on the Vovchansk front, a Russian tank commander abandoned his vehicle and defected to Ukrainian military lines, reported a Ukrainian Armed Forces lieutenant, known by the callsign "Alex," on his Telegram channel.
The incident, which took place on January 26, involved a Russian Armed Forces tank and two MT-LB infantry fighting vehicles initiating an assault on Ukrainian positions. The MT-LBs were slated for deploying troops, with the tank providing cover and fire …
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Russian military faces backlash over fake video claiming village capture amid ongoing Ukrainian resistance
In a dramatic turn of events, the Russian military is reportedly scrambling to capture a small village in the Luhansk region, despite having previously claimed its takeover on paper.
In an alleged attempt to conceal the truth, Russia has produced fake videos purporting to show control of the village, but even pro-Kremlin propagandists have expressed skepticism.
On January 20th, the Russian Ministry of Defense claimed the village was entirely under Russian control. Contradicting these …
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Turkish media: prospective Ukraine peace talks set for spring 2025
Peace negotiations to resolve the ongoing war in Ukraine might likely kick off between April and May 2025. According to the reports from pro-government Turkish newspaper Hürriyet, a high-profile meeting between the Presidents of Russia and the United States is anticipated as a precursor, complemented by an official ceasefire announcement.
The Turkish newspaper suggests that initiating a ceasefire could be the first crucial step toward these peace talks. Acting as a mediator between Russian …
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Urgent peace talks essential for Ukraine's survival: Intelligence Chief warns
In a confidential meeting at Ukraine's Verkhovna Rada, the head of military intelligence, Kyrylo Budanov, has issued a grim forecast, urging swift negotiations to end the conflict with Russia. Ukrayinska Pravda reports, citing it sources, that, according to Budanov, delays could trigger "dangerous processes" affecting Ukraine's survival. Meanwhile, the Center for Countering Disinformation cautioned against a surge in "hype" related to talks, while lawmaker from the Servant of the People party, …
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All children evacuated from Pokrovsk amid ongoing military standoff in Donetsk region
All children have been evacuated from the city of Pokrovsk, announced Pokrovsk City Military Administration head, Sergey Dobryak, on Facebook on Saturday, January 25.
“There are no children left in the area; all have been evacuated,” he stated.
According to Dobryak, around 7,000 residents remain in Pokrovsk, and about 10,000 in the Pokrovsk community. Prior to the conflict, these numbers were reportedly six times higher.
The official noted that the evacuation pace has recently slowed, with …
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Ukrainian Forces kill North Korean Special Forces commander in Kursk region: weapons, maps, and documents seized
A North Korean officer, who led an offensive on the Ukrainian Armed Forces in Russia's Kursk region, was reportedly found killed on the battlefield with a map highlighting key local points. Experts are now set to decipher the diary, which has made its way into Ukrainian hands. This comes after North Korean units, stationed in the Kursk area, launched an attack on the Armed Forces of Ukraine (AFU) positions near Mala Loknia.
These soldiers carried loads weighing up to 10 kilograms, consisting …
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Israel reportedly sends captured Soviet-era weapons to Ukraine
Israeli shipments of Soviet-era weaponry and equipment captured in Lebanon and Syria are reportedly on their way to Ukraine, reports OSINTdefender analyst on X (Twitter).
Several U.S. military transport planes, specifically C-17s, have departed from Ramstein Air Base in Germany to Hatzor Air Base in southern Israel, subsequently heading to Rzeszów airport in Poland, a crucial hub for Ukraine's military aid.
The analyst highlighted prior discussions in Israel about potentially providing …
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USAID ordered to suspend all projects in Ukraine amid 90-day audit by U.S. State Department
The United States Agency for International Development (USAID) in Ukraine has been directed to halt all projects and expenditures. This follows an order from the U.S. State Department to pause foreign aid programs for a 90-day audit period, reports the Ukrainian news agency Suspilne, citing a staff member at the USAID office in Kyiv.
The official noted that no detailed instructions have been received regarding the implementation of this directive, and staff in Ukraine are unaware if exceptions …
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Ukrainian drone strikes ignite massive fire at Ryazan oil refinery
In the early hours of January 26, Ukrainian drones once again targeted the Russian city of Ryazan. According to the Mash Telegram channel, the Ryazan oil refinery was hit in a combined drone strike, resulting in a large-scale fire at the facility.
Local residents reported hearing about ten explosions around 1 a.m., including near the village of Dyad'kovo and the Pesochni area.
Videos shared online captured the sound of explosions and the flight of drones. The effects of the attacks were also …
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North Korean troops allegedly shoot at civilians in Kursk region
Soldiers from the Democratic People’s Republic of Korea (DPRK) are reportedly targeting civilian homes in the villages they've seized. According to local men, their village had been peaceful before the arrival of these "allies." However, upon entering, the Koreans began firing at everything in sight, prompting two Russian men to seek refuge with Ukrainian forces, Ukrainian journalist Andriy Tsaplienko reported.
"Two Russian men from Kursk have fled to the Ukrainian command. During the DPRK …