Contents tagged with War in Ukraine

  • Intense combat continues in Lozova, Kharkiv region: Ukrainian Forces resist Russian advances amid dynamic frontline

    Intense fighting with Russian troops is ongoing in the village of Lozova, located in Kharkiv, Viktor Trehubov, a representative of the "Khortytsia" group told the news Suspilne.

    Trehubov highlighted that while the group does not have information on the village's capture by Russian forces, the situation on the frontlines remains dynamic and fluid.

    According to a morning update, fighting continued as of Tuesday morning, January 7. "We rely on reports that we believe are more objective and …

  • Ukrainian Forces advance in Russia's Kursk region

    Ukrainian Forces are believed to have advanced into a village north of Sudzha in Russia's Kursk region, according to analysts from the Institute for the Study of War (ISW). Successes are also possible in at least four other settlements, they added.

    Ukrainian troops have launched a new offensive in the Kursk region, actively engaging on three fronts around Sudzha. Utilizing mechanized units, Ukrainian forces have advanced near Berdyn and are suspected to have reached the southern outskirts of …

  • Ukrainian Forces eliminate Serbian mercenary and Russian propaganda figure Bratislav Zivkovic in Kursk region

    Ukrainian forces have reportedly neutralized Serbian mercenary Bratislav Zivkovic, a known figure in Russian propaganda and the commander of an assault company within the Russian army's 150th regiment, during battles in the Kursk region, reported Ukrainian journalist Yuriy Butusov, citing Russian sources.

    "A professional terrorist and Russian propaganda icon, Bratislav 'Koma' Zivkovic, commander of the assault company of Russia’s 150th regiment, has been eliminated in the Kursk region," the …

  • Conflicting reports emerge as Russia claims control of Kurakhove

    In a statement issued on January 6, Russia's Ministry of Defense claimed that Ukraine has lost 80% of its forces deployed to defend Kurakhove. The Russian forces have already pledged to ramp up the pace of their takeover across the entire region.

    The town of Kurakhove in the Donetsk region is reportedly under full control of Russian forces. The ministry’s press service emphasized that this is one of the largest populated areas in the southwestern part of Donbas. According to Russian …

  • Senior Russian officer killed in Ukrainian drone strike in Zaporizhzhia region

    Ukrainian military intelligence killed Sergei Melnikov, the chief of staff of the Russian grouping "Storm. Ossetia," marking the removal of another high-ranking Russian official.

    The operation took place in the Zaporizhzhia region where Melnikov, known by the codename "Kam," was targeted. Operatives from Ukraine's Defense Intelligence (GUR) carried out the mission, capturing footage now available through the agency's channel as of January 5.

    Melnikov was ambushed on the Vasylivka-Tokmak …

  • Ukraine's electronic warfare: turning the tide in Kursk region against Russian drones

    Ukraine's large-scale offensive in the Kursk region has left Russia struggling, revealing major issues in countering Ukraine's movements. The primary obstacle for the Russian forces has been the potent "jammers" employed by the Ukrainian troops during their advance. Russian military aviation blogger, Fighterbomber, highlighted these challenges.

    Fighterbomber confirmed that a critical element of Ukraine's offensive is an exceptionally powerful electronic warfare system (EWS). This EWS has not …

  • Ukrainian drones strike Russian military targets in Rostov region

    Ukrainian UAVs launched an assault on military targets in Russia's Rostov region, hitting the cities of Millerovo and Taganrog. The Russian air defense systems were in full operation as explosions rocked the area. Sources say that drones were intercepted directly over populated areas as powerful explosions echoed through the night.

    An eyewitness captured the moment on video, exclaiming, "Are they shooting down missiles above us? Look at how many are flying! There's another one. Look, it's …

  • Ukrainian Forces advance in Kursk region: electronic warfare and tactical innovations challenge Russian defenses

    The Ukrainian Forces have reportedly entered the settlement of Berdyn. As the Ukrainian command maintains radio silence, Russian Z-Channels are already filled with reports about losing control over several settlements.

    The prominent Russian Telegram channel VChK-OGPU, allegedly linked to Russian intelligence, confirms the advance of Ukrainian forces into Berdyn. Attacks are underway along the Sudzha-Kursk highway and other key directions. Russian propagandists claim that Ukrainians are using a …

  • Ukraine launches strategic offensive in Russia's Kursk region

    Several Russian war channels are reporting that Ukrainian forces are advancing in Russia's Kursk region. According to WarGonzo, Ukrainian troops are attempting to press forward from the city of Sudzha. The channels "Operation Z" and "Military Informant" report, the main assault direction is the area near the village of Berdyn in the Bolshesoldatsky district of Kursk.

    Russian war bloggers indicate that Ukrainian forces are moving along the 38K-004 highway. Video footage released online shows …

  • Ukraine's major cities at risk of Russian occupation in 2025, warns former military official

    Former military officer Anatoliy Kozel, also known by his call sign "Kupol", has issued stark warnings that several major Ukrainian cities could face occupation by 2025 if current trends continue. In an interview with Ukrainian Witness, Kozel, formerly a lieutenant colonel and commander of Ukraine's 53rd mechanized brigade, criticized the flow of information to Ukraine's top brass and signaled a critical state on the frontlines.

    Kozel emphasized the missed strategic opportunities in the past, …