Contents tagged with War in Ukraine

  • Lithuania calls on NATO to shoot down Russian drones in Baltic airspace

    Lithuania has provided a definitive answer to the question of whether NATO forces should shoot down Russian UAVs over the Baltic States.

    Defense Minister Laurynas Kasčiūnas is convinced that the Alliance needs to down Russian drones that encroach on EU territories.

    NATO's air surveillance mission algorithm over the Baltic countries should be altered: Russian drones entering the airspaces of Lithuania, Estonia, and Latvia must be shot down, said Lithuanian Defense Minister Laurynas Kasčiūnas …

  • Zelensky criticizes China and Brazil’s peace proposal as favoring Russia

    According to Zelensky, the political statement in question was made without consulting Ukraine. He also questioned the "political conciliation" proposals with Russia, which he finds unclear.

    "Conciliation of what? What does it mean to just sit down and talk? (with Putin - editor's note). He is a killer... He needs to take steps to show that he wants to end the war. You can't just say we need to take steps towards each other. What 'each other'? He invaded, killed people, seized territory, and …

  • Ukrainian Forces launch counterattack in Kursk region as Russian troops regroup

    The 155th Brigade of Russian forces, infamous for its failed offensive on Vuhledar in late 2022 and early 2023, has seen action in various theaters since then, including the vicinity of Marinka in Donetsk Oblast and a northern offensive towards Kharkiv in May 2024, undergoing several rebuilds along the way.

    Ukrainian forces have initiated new attacks in response to a Russian counteroffensive west of Snagosti in the Kursk Oblast and across the Ukrainian salient in the region, reports the …

  • Ukrainian Special Forces down Russian Su-30SM fighter jet over Black Sea

    In the early hours around 5 a.m., the Russian military reported losing contact with a Su-30SM aircraft. By the afternoon, Russian naval assets sighted debris from the downed fighter jet in the Black Sea, according to Ukrainian Defense Intelligence (GUR MO).

    The Ukrainian special operations unit executed a precision strike to destroy the Russian Su-30SM fighter jet during a mission in the Black Sea's waters. This dramatic revelation was confirmed by the Ukrainian intelligence press service.

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  • Latvian Court sentences pro-Kremlin activist to one year for justifying Russian war crimes in Ukraine

    In a significant ruling, a Latvian court has sentenced pro-Kremlin activist Elena Kreile to one year in prison for publicly justifying genocide, war crimes, and crimes against humanity, according to news agency Leta. Kreile was penalized for wearing a bag with the symbol Z, emblematic of support for Russian aggression in Ukraine. Additionally, she demonstrated solidarity with Russian aggression during rallies supporting Ukraine outside the Russian embassy in Riga and routinely engaged in …

  • Escalating tensions: Russian troops intensify probing in Kharkiv region, Ukrainian Forces report heavy clashes

    Russian forces have ramped up their activities in the northern region of Kharkiv, particularly around the Ukrainian village of Lukyantsy, the Ukrainian military's press servicefor the Kharkiv joint operations informs.

    Ukrainian soldiers report that Russian forces are increasing their activity north of Kharkiv, specifically near the village of Lukyantsy. Ongoing efforts to replenish losses are also noted in Hluboke and Vovchansk.

    According to Ukrainian forces, in the proximity of Hluboke, …

  • Intense battles rage in Krasnohorivka as Russian forces deploy heavy armor in desperate bid

    In a dramatic escalation, Russian forces have intensified their assault on Krasnohorivka utilizing heavy armored vehicles. These tactics are reportedly a move of desperation after failing to secure success with both small and large infantry groups. According to Serhiy Tsehotsky, an officer with the 59th Separate Motorized Infantry Brigade named after Yakov Gandziuk, Russians launched an attack with 14 units of heavy armor toward Krasnohorivka. Ukrainian defenders have so far destroyed five of …

  • Massive fire erupts at key Russian defense plant in Omsk, known for tank and flamethrower Production

    A massive blaze has erupted at a pivotal Russian defense plant in Omsk, known for producing tanks and "Solntsepyok" heavy flamethrower systems. The fire broke out on the roof of one of the workshops at Omsktransmash, a key manufacturer of military hardware for the Russian army, spreading across at least 50 square meters. Omsk residents have shared images and videos showing a towering column of thick black smoke rising from the plant.

    The "Omsktransmash" plant experienced a fire earlier today, …

  • Russia launches counteroffensive in Kursk region

    Russian forces have launched an offensive in the Kursk region, aiming to lift the blockade on Glushkovsky district, where around 3,000 soldiers are reportedly trapped. With Russia's superior military resources, holding this line presents a formidable challenge for Ukraine. Focus Magazine delves into the unfolding scenarios.

    On September 11, Russian forces initiated a counteroffensive in the Kursk region, already executing a large-scale attack. The situation on the left flank for the AFU (Armed …

  • Putin was willing to pause strikes on energy targets, but Kyiv declined talks, claims Shoygu

    Russian Security Council Secretary Sergei Shoygu has claimed that President Vladimir Putin was prepared to pause strikes on energy infrastructure. However, Ukraine declined to enter negotiations. Shoygu mentioned that the proposed moratorium extended to nuclear energy facilities, as well as commercial and civilian vessels in the Black Sea. Meanwhile, Kremlin spokesperson Dmitry Peskov has stated that "no concrete agreements were made."

    Ukraine reportedly refused to sign an agreement with the …