Contents tagged with War in Ukraine
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Ukrainian Forces capture two settlements from Wagner mercenaries amid intense clashes in Kursk region
The ex-Wagner mercenaries have lost control of two settlements. On his Telegram channel "Frontline Thoughts", a Ukrainian soldier with the call sign "Shadow" claims that while the Russians possess plenty of courage and spirit, they lack intelligence. "Wagner" has been taking hits consecutively for two days, leading to widespread panic among regular troops,” Shadow noted.
The soldier goes on to mention that the former Wagner members have already lost two settlements. He reiterates that while …
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Russian troops advance near Pokrovsk
Russian troops have made advances in the Pokrovsk direction. Following a heavy battle, they managed to capture another settlement. This information was shared on August 16 by Stanislav Bunyatov, a soldier of the 24th Separate Mechanized Brigade, on his Telegram channel "Snipe Talks"
"The news from the Pokrovsk direction is very discouraging. There was an intense fight there last evening. Mykolaivka was completely occupied as of yesterday evening. The guys from the 25th Brigade took down 2 Grad …
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Several more villages in Russia's Kursk region captured by Ukrainian Forces
Ukrainian Armed Forces have likely entered and established control of the village of Borki, located in the Sudzhansky district, according to photos posted online . Additionally, a flag bearing the inscription "Kursk People's Republic" has been raised in Vnezapnoe, Korenevsky district.
Photos circulating on social media depict a Ukrainian soldier standing next to a "Pochta Rossii" building, with a village council sign also captured in the frame.
Borki has a population of fewer than 400 people …
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Ukrainian Forces destroy key bridge in escalating Kursk offensive
Ukrainian Armed Forces (AFU) have destroyed a bridge over the Seym River in Glushkovo, Kursk Region. Alexei Smirnov, the interim governor of the region, confirmed the incident on his Telegram channel Friday evening, August 16. "As a result of the strike from Ukraine, the automotive bridge over the Seym River in the Glushkovsky district was destroyed," the message reads.
The governor did not specify the means of the attack. According to Telegram channels Baza and Mash, the bridge was hit by …
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Russia braces for loss of Kursk region: Kremlin propagandists mull possible territorial sacrifices
In a striking discussion, experts in a Russian TV studio deliberated over the potential abandonment of border regions by Russia, highlighting the possibility of a sustained Ukrainian military presence.
Russian propaganda appears to be gradually preparing the public for potential territorial losses. This notion is being openly discussed by various speakers on Russian television. The topic prominently featured in the program "Mesto Vstrechi" (the Meeting Place) hosted by Andrey Norkin.
During …
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Concern and controversy: Russia continues deploying conscripts to Kursk region amid rising capture reports
Recent social media posts from residents of various Russian regions, particularly Murmansk and Kaliningrad, indicate that conscripts from local military units are being deployed to the Kursk region. Often, these stories are recounted by the sons or husbands who are serving mandatory military service. For example, the decision to send conscript soldiers to Kursk appears to be planned by the 80th Motorized Rifle Division, stationed in Murmansk.
According to a statement from the relatives of the …
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Kyiv: sanctions cripple Russia's ability to rebuild destroyed strategic aircraft
Advisor to the Head of the President's Office, Mykhailo Podolyak, stressed the critical importance of continuing to target Russia’s strategic aviation, as it reduces the number of attacks on Ukraine.
Ukrainian defenders continue to carry out strikes on Russian military targets, including airfields. This significantly lowers the enemy's combat capabilities, with sanctions playing a crucial role in this regard. Podolyak provided these details during a broadcast on "Channel 24" where he the …
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FSB first: expert discusses order of Russian military personnel exchanges after Ukrainian breakthrough in Kursk region
During a breakthrough in the Kursk region, Ukraine captured three categories of Russian military personnel. The largest group includes conscripts, whose mass return could pose a risk for the Kremlin. Another issue involves "Kadyrovets" (Kadyrov fighters), previously exchanged at high rates but now more problematic, said Former Ukrainian Security Service (SBU) officer and military expert Ivan Stupak shared on Kyiv 24 TV broadcast.
Stupak outlined three categories of Russian personnel captured …
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Russia-appointed Deputy Mayor injured in an explosion in occupied Berdyansk
A powerful explosion reverberated through the occupied city of Berdyansk in the Zaporizhzhia region early on August 15, reportedly targeting the so-called "deputy mayor," Pavel Ishchuk. According to Victoria Halytsina, the head of Berdyansk's Military Civil Administration, Ishchuk was critically injured in the blast.
Residents in Berdyansk's central area awoke to the loud explosion shortly after 5 a.m. Russian security forces quickly cordoned off the site of the incident.
Initial reports …
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Freedom of Russia Legion urges Russian soldiers to surrender as Ukraine expands control in Kursk region
Following the Ukrainian military's breakthrough into Russia's Kursk region, the "Freedom of Russia Legion" fighting on the side of Ukraine has called on Russian soldiers to surrender and join the Ukrainian Armed Forces.
In the post on their Telegram channel the fighters of the Legion said that Russian officers, while "sitting comfortably in the rear," strongly urge Russian soldiers not to surrender but to "blow themselves up with their own grenades."
"But Russian soldiers are ignoring these …