Contents tagged with War in Ukraine
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France to supply Ukraine with upgraded Mirage 2000-5F fighter jets by January 2025
This month, Ukraine is poised to receive its initial shipment of French Mirage 2000-5F fighter jets, potentially arriving as early as January 2025. According to Avions Legendaires, France is expected to send the first batch of these fourth-generation fighters at the start of the year.
The media outlet reports “this very month, the Ukrainian Air Force is scheduled to receive its first three Mirage 2000-5F fighters, sourced from French Air Force reserves and specially modified.”
A total of nine …
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Western allies prepare for 25th 'Ramstein' summit on Ukraine as U.S. announces major military aid package
A coalition of Western countries is set to convene for the 25th meeting at the U.S. Air Force Base in Ramstein, Germany, on January 7. According to Pentagon Deputy Press Secretary Sabrina Singh, U.S. Defense Secretary Lloyd Austin is slated to participate in the event.
John Kirby, the strategic communications coordinator at the White House's National Security Council, hinted at the potential announcement of a new military aid package for Ukraine in the coming days.
Previously, on December 30, …
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Russian forces advance towards Pokrovsk amid heavy casualties
Russian forces continue their advance in the Donetsk region, drawing closer to the city of Pokrovsk. On Friday, January 3, the Ukrainian OSINT project DeepState identified the settlements of Dachne, Novy Trud, and Volkove as captured. These areas lie approximately 5-6 kilometers south of Pokrovsk. A similar situation on the battlefield is depicted by the blog Liveuamap, while the official briefing of the Ukrainian General Staff reported ongoing battles for the village of Novy Trud. …
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Russian officer linked to Ukrainian civilian deaths in critical condition after explosion in Russia
A Russian military officer, involved in the killing of civilians in the village of Hroza, Kupiansk district, Kharkiv region, is now in critical condition following an explosion, reported the Main Directorate of Intelligence of the Ministry of Defense of Ukraine.
The explosion occurred on January 3 in the settlement of Shuya, Ivanovo region, Russia. Captain Konstantin Nagaiko, the battery commander of the rocket division of the 112th tank brigade of the 1st tank army of the Western Military …
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Ukrainian drones hit key Russian facilities in coordinated strikes
On January 4, Ukrainian drones targeted Russia's largest maritime trade port in the Leningrad region, a strategic defense plant "Avangard" in the Smolensk region, and the Baltimor military airfield in the Voronezh region, reports the Telegram channel Astra.
Leningrad region's governor confirmed the attack, stating that air defense forces destroyed a drone near Luga Bay in the Gulf of Finland. Allegedly, there were no damages or casualties reported. Russia’s Defense Ministry claims a total of 16 …
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Taiwanese company allegedly aids Russia in precision-guided bomb development for use in Ukraine
Taiwanese company Rung Cheng Suspenparts Co., Ltd. (brand TRC) has emerged as a key supplier in Russia's military efforts, specifically in the creation of precision-guided bombs (KAB) devastating Ukrainian front-line settlements, reports Ukrainian activist Vadim Labas, citing documents allegedly leaked by Chinese hackers.
Known for producing automotive suspension components from carbon steel and aluminum alloys, TRC reportedly also manufactures modules for Russian KABs. These wing modules …
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Ukrainian Intelligence cyberattack disrupts key Russian railway service
On Saturday, January 4, coinciding with the birthday of Kyrylo Budanov, the head of Ukraine's Defense Intelligence, hackers from the intelligence agency launched a cyberattack on the Russian company RegionTransService LLC. The attack reportedly took down all servers, according to Ukrinform.
RegionTransService is a major service provider for Russian Railways, playing a crucial role in maintaining freight cars, which are vital for the army's operations. The company manages the incoming new …
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Record number of Russian drones enter Belarusian airspace at start of 2025
In the early hours of January 1, 2025, at precisely 02:17, the first drone of the new year ventured into Belarus via Komaryn, subsequently heading towards Bragin where it disappeared. The Telegram channel Belaruski Hajun reports that between December 31 and January 3, at least 25 Russian drones entered Belarusian airspace from Ukraine. Notably, 13 drones did so on New Year's Eve.
According to sources, on December 31, eight drones infiltrated Belarus, mostly navigating through a Belarusian …
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Ukraine's ambitious 2025 defense strategy: monthly deployment of 2,500 long-range drones and increased military investments
Ukrainian Forces are set to unleash a formidable new capability in the coming year: up to 2,500 long-range drones aimed at Russian military targets each month. This ambitious plan draws a stark comparison with Russia's production of around 2,000 Shaheds monthly. By 2025, Ukraine is preparing to invest 30 billion Ukrainian hryvnias ($710 million) into bolstering its military hardware and arms production, focusing notably on thousands of long-range drones and hundreds of cruise missiles. Prime …
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Logistical struggles: Russian forces face constraints in Pokrovsk encirclement strategy
Amid widespread speculation about a Russian military plan to encircle Pokrovsk before launching an assault, military analyst Oleksandr Kovalenko has revealed why this scenario might not be feasible and outlines the potential strategies of adversaries.
Reports suggest that Russian command considers encircling Pokrovsk prior to conducting a full-scale attack on the city, believing that an isolated city would not withstand prolonged defense. However, while planning is one thing, execution is …