Contents tagged with War in Ukraine
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France to deliver kamikaze drones to Ukraine
France is poised to begin delivery of its own kamikaze drones to Ukraine in the coming weeks, said on social media platform X by French Defense Minister Sébastien Lecornu.
The minister emphasized that this is the first French remotely controlled munition of its kind, adding that the successful testing of this development is a pivotal accomplishment for France's defense industry in less than two years. Drone deliveries to Ukraine are expected to occur within the next few weeks.
BFMTV reports …
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Ukrainian military claims North Korean troops spotted fighting alongside Russian troops in Kursk region
Ukrainian soldiers conducting special operations in Russia's Kursk region have allegedly identified North Korean troops among the Russian ranks, reported Lieutenant "Alex" on his Telegram channel, "Officer+".
"From two brothers in different units, I've received information about the probable participation of North Korean soldiers in battles in the Kursk region. They described these figures as having Asian features and speaking in something far from Russian. While this could easily be …
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Ukrainian 'Spartan' Brigade launches bold cross-border operation in Russia's Belgorod region
In a striking development, Ukraine's National Guard's 3rd "Spartan" Brigade has reportedly entered Russia's Belgorod region, smashing a Russian military column and capturing soldiers from the 155th Separate Guards Marine Brigade of the Russian Armed Forces. This successful military operation, which disrupted the assault of Russian forces from the Belgorod region, was reported by journalist Yuriy Butusov on his Telegram channel.
According to Butusov, the troops of the Ukrainian National Guard’s …
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Russia's losses in artillery amount to $8 billion since the start of the year
September 22 marked the "darkest day" for the Russian army as Ukrainian forces reportedly destroyed 81 Russian artillery systems in a single day.
From January through October this year, the Ukrainian Armed Forces have destroyed a total of 10,373 Russian artillery systems, inflicting financial devastation of at least $8 billion, reported the Ukrainian Ministry of Defense.
According to their data, the destruction on September 22 equates to what the General Staff describes as the obliteration of …
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Russian military casualties reach sobering toll as obituary count surpasses 75,000
The death toll of Russian soldiers has reportedly reached a grim psychological milestone, with the number of obituaries in Russia detailing fallen military personnel skyrocketing.
The Telegram channel "Goryushko", dedicated to counting the names of deceased Russian soldiers, has identified 75,000 Russian soldiers lost in combat. Importantly, these numbers represent only those who have been named based on published online obituaries.
The actual number is believed to be significantly higher, as …
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Zelensky unveils comprehensive 'Victory Plan' to counter Russian aggression
In a landmark announcement on Wednesday, October 16, Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky publicly introduced his "victory plan" for the first time, which comprises five strategic points and three confidential protocols. Zelensky emphasized that for Ukraine and its allies to end Russia’s aggressive war, they must collectively alter the dynamics to compel Russia towards peace.
Outlined during his address to Ukrainian lawmakers, the "victory plan" includes a comprehensive blueprint: the first …
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North Korean troops to join Russian forces in Kursk region amid rising military collaboration
In an unexpected military collaboration, North Korean soldiers are said to be joining a special Buryat battalion in Russia, according to media reports. This unit is expected to comprise approximately 3,000 personnel.
Russia is reportedly forming this unique Buryat battalion at the base of the 11th Separate Air Assault Brigade. Liga.net, citing sources from the Main Intelligence Directorate of the Ministry of Defense, North Korean military personnel will be integrated into this force. The …
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North Korean soldiers reportedly desert from Russian 'Buryat Battalion' near Ukrainian border
In a surprising development, the special "Buryat Battalion" of the Russian Armed Forces, predominantly reinforced by North Korean military personnel, has witnessed its first cases of desertion. Reports indicate that North Korean soldiers assigned to this unit have fled from their positions near the border of Kursk and Bryansk regions in Russia.
According to Ukrainska Pravda, which cited Ukrainian intelligence sources, the incident occurred approximately seven kilometers from the Ukrainian …
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Russian soldiers abandon positions, citing drunken commander's chaotic orders as the last straw
In a dramatic twist on the battlefield, Russian soldiers have reportedly deserted their positions, citing the chaotic orders from their intoxicated commander. The troops, however, assert that they're neither cowards nor deserters; they simply refuse to fight under such leadership. Their current whereabouts remain unknown.
The Russian servicemen allegedly abandoned their posts after a drunken order was issued by their commander to occupy a new position, an endeavor that entailed a treacherous …
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Ukraine denies allegations of supplying combat drones to Mali rebels
In a decisive move, Ukraine's Foreign Ministry on Monday, October 14, firmly denied recent media claims alleging Kyiv's involvement in supplying combat drones to rebels in Mali.
"We also reject all allegations regarding Ukraine’s supposed involvement in the distribution of weapons and military equipment provided to Ukraine by its allies for countering Russia's ongoing military aggression," the Ministry said in a statement.
In Kyiv, officials remarked that from the earliest days of Russia's …