Contents tagged with War in Ukraine
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ATACMS missile strikes cause destruction and casualties in Russia’s city of Rylsk
The Russian city of Rylsk, located in the Kursk region, was battered by a heavy missile attack, with residents hearing explosions that sparked ensuing fires, according to various Russian media outlets. Local officials claimed these attacks involved ATACMS missiles originating from the Chernihiv region. The Russian media outlet Mash reported an attack by Ukrainian forces on Rylsk with MGM-140B ATACMS Block 1A missiles, reportedly equipped with cluster warheads. Each cluster carrier has a blast …
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Zelensky criticizes Putin with expletive, sparking diplomatic debate amid ongoing tensions with Russia
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky has sternly criticized Vladimir Putin, going as far as using an expletive against the Russian leader in response to comments about the "Oreshnik" missile. Zelensky's remarks came after Putin's statement suggesting a "technological duel of the 21st century" due to the alleged undetectable nature of the missile.
Zelensky's colorful language, used on social media, was deemed relatable by Ukrainians according to political analyst Igor Reiterovych.
He …
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Ukrainian Forces thwart Russian attack on Antonivsky Bridge amidst heavy shelling in Kherson region
Russian assault groups from Oleshky attempted to break through to the Antonivsky Bridge, a move that Ukrainian Defense Forces were well-prepared for, according to local sources. Kherson's Regional State Administration confirmed the increased activity of Russian sabotage and reconnaissance groups in the area.
Last night, Russian forces launched extensive artillery strikes on the city of Kherson and its suburbs, reportedly in conjunction with attempts to storm nearby localities. The "Nikolaevsky …
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Captured Russian soldiers reveal manpower crisis in Russian armed forces amid ongoing battles in Donetsk region
Ukrainian forces have captured a new group of Russian prisoners near Maksymivka, located between Kurakhove and Velyka Novosilka in the Donetsk region, according to a report by Ukrainian military journalist Andriy Tsaplienko.
In the video, the POWs introduce themselves and provide personal information, including their places of origin. "It's simple, there seems to be no one left to send forward—they're scraping together whoever they can," said one of the captured soldiers on video. He further …
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Belgium postpones F-16 delivery to Ukraine amid shortage of parts and pilots
Belgium's Defence Minister Ludivine Dedonder revealed on December 18th that the delivery of the first batch of F-16 fighters to Ukraine has been postponed. The delay is attributed to a shortage of parts and an insufficient number of qualified pilots.
According to Le Soir, Belgium has also experienced delays in acquiring new American F-35 fighters, which were ordered back in 2018 to replace the older F-16s. Although the first batch was expected in 2023, delivery schedules have slipped to 2024. …
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Ukraine seeks U.S. license for local Patriot missile production amidst ongoing defense challenges
Ukraine has repeatedly approached U.S. authorities, requesting a license for local production of Patriot missile defense systems. President Volodymyr Zelensky noted that while no one has explicitly denied the license request, no progress has been made.
He explained that the initiative is driven by the necessity to bolster the defense of Ukrainian cities and rear lines against Russian missile attacks. Delays in air defense deliveries are forcing Ukraine to seek solutions independently. After …
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Ukrainian Security Service dismantles major Russian spy network targeting air defense and F-16 bases
The Security Service of Ukraine (SBU) has dismantled the largest network of Russian spies targeting air defense systems and F-16 bases across five regions of Ukraine. This network, linked to the Russian Main Intelligence Directorate (GRU), was neutralized by the SBU in a successful operation, according to the agency's Telegram statement.
The Russian agents were caught hunting for critical strategic information, including locations of Ukrainian F-16 bases and radio-electronic warfare production …
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Ukraine claims to have developed laser weapons
Ukraine has announced the creation of the "Trident" laser system, capable of hitting targets at distances of up to two kilometer. The Ukrainian Armed Forces' Unmanned Systems Commander, Colonel Vadim Sukharevsky, stated that this innovation can even target aircraft. However, in an interview with the TV channel "Espresso," defense technology expert Sergey Zgurets, Director of the information advisory firm Defense Express, urged caution regarding such claims. He explained that laser weaponry is …
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Ukraine offers gas transit to Slovakia in 2025, excluding Russian supplies
Ukraine has reaffirmed its readiness to transit gas to Slovakia even in 2025, but with a stringent caveat: the gas must not be of Russian origin. In a development that follows Slovak Prime Minister Robert Fico's assertions about continued reliance on the Ukrainian pipeline in 2025, Ukraine's Prime Minister Denys Shmyhal has been clear that Kyiv is prepared to supply EU countries with any gas that is not Russian. He emphasized the conclusion of the current transit agreement, stating, "From …
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Intense Donbas clashes: Russian forces target Ukrainian lines, prompting tactical retreats yet no major advances
Despite heavy offensive actions by Russian forces, the tactical situation on the ground remains largely unchanged, according to Ukrainian military command. While Ukraine's defensive positions faced significant destruction resulting from Russian artillery strikes, prompting a tactical retreat in some areas, Russians have yet to achieve substantial advancements, reported the press center of the operational-strategic group "Khortytsia".
Russian forces concentrated their assaults on locations …