Contents tagged with War in Ukraine
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Ukrainian POW dies in Russian detention amid controversial trial of Azov Regiment members
In Rostov-on-Don, a 55-year-old driver of the "Azov" regiment, Alexander Ishchenko, has died while in pre-trial detention, as reported during a hearing at the Southern District Military Court on the case of the "Azov" members (), according to Mediazona.
As relayed by Mediazona's correspondent from the courtroom, neither the exact time nor the cause of Ishchenko's death has been disclosed. The Ukrainian Coordination Center for the Treatment of Prisoners of War confirmed Ishchenko's death to the …
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Russian forces intensify assaults in Hulyaipole after prolonged pause
According to Dmytro Likhoviy, the spokesperson for the "Tavria" Operational-Strategic Group of Troops, the south has experienced two Russian attacks in recent days. Ukrainian Forces also hit at least three Russian tanks, indicating a renewed intensity at this front.
Russians continue to pressure Ukrainian positions across the entire front line. Now, after a prolonged lull, they have intensified their activities in the Hulyaipole direction in the Zaporizhzhia region. During a marathon broadcast, …
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Massive fire breaks out at a defense plant in Yekaterinburg, Russia
July 30 saw a significant blaze break out at the NPO Avtomatiki defense plant in Yekaterinburg, Russia, engulfing an area of 800 square meters. According to E1.ru, which cited firefighters, the fire started in a workshop dealing with chemical products during welding operations. The flames rapidly consumed the facility, causing the building's roof and walls to collapse.
Later updates from the publication noted that the fire was eventually localized. No injuries have been reported thus far, and …
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Kyiv: China confirms it will not supply weapons to Russia
In a recent briefing, a spokesperson from Ukraine's Ministry of Foreign Affairs, Georgiy Tykhy, highlighted that China's government has insisted it will not provide weapons to Russia. This confirmation comes amid growing scrutiny over China's role amidst the ongoing conflict between Russia and Ukraine, according to a report by RBC-Ukraine.
During a press engagement, Tykhy confirmed that the Minister of Foreign Affairs of Ukraine, Dmytro Kuleba, held extensive talks with Chinese officials, …
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Ukrainian Special Forces target Russian base in Syria, destroy key military assets
A Ukrainian assault team hit Russian military positions on a base in Syria, an airfield that has been under Russian control since 2015 and frequently used for military purposes, including training and dispatching foreign mercenaries to Ukraine.
In a complex operation by Ukrainian special forces at the end of July 2024, the elite squad launched a strike on Russian military positions in Syria, reports Kyiv Post, citing its sources.
The news outlet claims to have obtained exclusive videos and …
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Tense battles rage near Toretsk as Russian troops attempt small-scale advances
The expanding gray zone near Toretsk in Donbas has led to continual skirmishes, with Russian military units attempting to breakthrough in small groups. According to Ukrainian Armed Forces officer with the call sign "Alex," the fighting persists at the outskirts of the city.
The Armed Forces of the Russian Federation have not entered Toretsk in the Donetsk region. confirmed the head of the CNSDC’s Public Affairs Center, Andriy Kovalenko, on his Telegram channel.
"As of now, there are no …
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Russian forces deploy North Korean Bulsae-4 anti-tank missile systems in Ukraine
Russian forces have begun using the North Korean long-range, self-propelled, anti-tank missile system Bulsae-4 against Ukraine, reports Ukrainian defense outlet Militarniy.
Photos of the missile launcher were reportedly published on the Telegram channel KUP (+18).
Ukrainian aerial reconnaissance discovered the system in an open area within one of the operational regions. The Bulsae-4 can strike targets beyond direct sight at a range of over 10 km. Since precise data on the North Korean weapon' …
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Ukrainian Forces repel massive Russian armored assault on Kurakhove
Russians have made yet another failed attempt to advance on the Kurakhove front, the Air Assault Forces of Ukraine reported. According to the Ukrainian command, this was the second significant assault in recent times, with Russian forces deploying 57 armored units in an attempt to break through Tavrian paratroopers' defenses. The assault was repelled once again.
During this battle, the Russians used 10 tanks, 47 infantry fighting vehicles, 10 motorcycles, and one buggy. Despite this immense …
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Germany announces new military aid package for Ukraine, featuring Leopard tanks and drones
Germany has announced a new package of assistance for Ukraine, featuring Leopard tanks, drones, helmets, a field hospital, and ammunition for the Gepard anti-aircraft system. According to the German government's official website, since the beginning of the Russian aggression, Germany has either delivered or pledged military aid to Ukraine totaling nearly €28 billion.
In collaboration with Denmark, Germany has provided Ukraine with eight Leopard 1A5 tanks, increasing Ukraine's total number to 58 …
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Ukraine’s Intelligence praises Tuareg rebels for decimating Wagner Group in Mali
Ukraine’s Main Intelligence Directorate (GUR) has hailed the Tuareg rebels' special operation in Mali as highly successful, predicting severe repercussions for Russia and indicating that "there will be more to come."
The Tuareg insurgents received critical "information" that enabled them to annihilate a convoy of Wagner Group mercenaries in Mali, said Andriy Yusov, spokesperson for Ukraine’s GUR, during a national news broadcast on July 29. According to Yusov, the operation is expected to have …