Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky traveled to Moldova to mark its independence day, where he discussed enhanced trilateral security, energy, and logistics cooperation with Moldovan President Maia Sandu and Romanian officials. The diplomatic push coincides with renewed Russian drone and missile strikes on Kyiv, underscoring urgent needs for coordinated air defense and winter preparedness.
A Russian military personnel member was killed when a device planted under his vehicle detonated in a neighborhood known for housing military families in Saint Petersburg.
A Russian court has declared former Kremlin loyalist Ilya Remeslo mentally fit to stand trial for allegedly spreading false information about the Russian military, facing up to 10 years in prison if convicted.
Following the discovery of victims' remains and mounting public pressure, South Korean authorities have launched a comprehensive review of previously closed missing persons cases. The investigation has escalated into a national scandal, prompting high-level government scrutiny and procedural reforms.
Experts dismiss decades of alarmist claims about the Cobasna ammunition depot as an absurd theatrical narrative used to justify Russian military presence in Moldova.
Russian military commanders are selling fuel allocated for the armed forces to civilians in Rostov-on-Don and the temporarily occupied cities of Donetsk and Luhansk.
Kyiv has shared extensive intelligence data with London to help Western nations track Russian drones and other military assets over Europe, marking a significant step in defense cooperation.
Russia has reportedly conducted military drills, including in Kaliningrad, to test its readiness for a potential new wave of military mobilization. This comes amidst ongoing speculation about the Kremlin's plans for further troop recruitment.
Russia's 3rd Combined Arms Army published footage showing an FPV drone attacking an unarmed man riding a bicycle near Vasylivska Pustosh in Ukraine's Donetsk region.
As the Russian army struggles to find new fighters, with some men reportedly forced into service by police, concerns are rising about a potential large-scale military mobilization.
Estonian military intelligence reports that Russia's military losses in Ukraine are currently outpacing its recruitment efforts, despite continued attacks on civilian infrastructure and pressure on the front lines.
Partisans have reportedly destroyed three Russian military communications towers in the Kursk region, aiming to weaken the command and control system of Russian forces in the sector.
A Russian military historian draws parallels between Putin's actions and those of Stalin and Hitler, suggesting the war in Ukraine is heading towards an unprecedented resolution, potentially by late 2026.
In a first for Russia, a military tribunal has recognized that the killing of soldiers is a common practice within the army, adding to existing accusations of brutality against its own troops.
Ukraine's Cabinet of Ministers has approved a mechanism to transfer destroyed trophy Russian military equipment to museums in other countries. Captured T-72 tanks are slated to be handed over to museums in five European nations.
A former Ukrainian submarine commander who defected to Russia was killed in an explosion in Sevastopol, with unconfirmed reports identifying the victim as a Russian serviceman. This incident follows other Ukrainian military actions, including the destruction of a Russian command post and claims of damaging air defense systems in Crimea.
Ukraine has reportedly ceased attacks on tankers following a US request, but continues to target Russian ports, with recent drone strikes causing damage and operational halts at grain terminals and an oil refinery in Novorossiysk and Orsk. Meanwhile, Ukraine's ombudsman reports at least 375 Ukrainian deaths in Russian captivity, and law enforcement has charged Russian detention center staff with torture.
A church in Kramatorsk caught fire on August 11 following a Russian military strike. The incident highlights the ongoing impact of the conflict on civilian infrastructure.
Austrian authorities have dismantled a network that was exporting sanctioned components to the Russian military industry via a shell company and third countries, leading to the arrest of a Belarusian national.
Austria has uncovered a scheme where a Vienna-based company supplied equipment for manufacturing engines for Russian missiles and fighter jets, in violation of EU sanctions.
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky has warned that Russia is expected to deploy up to 50,000 North Korean troops, a claim made amidst ongoing exchanges of attacks between Russia and Ukraine, including a recent strike on a Russian missile system.
Ukrainian drones have reportedly caused approximately 211,600 Russian military casualties, including deaths and serious injuries, since early 2026, with all strikes verified through the DELTA system.
A bombing at a luxury restaurant in Moscow over the weekend is being investigated, with new information emerging about the Russian military personnel who were the target of the deadly attack.
According to an analysis by the American think tank ISW, the Russian military leadership is likely providing false information to President Putin about the progress of the war in Ukraine to present a more positive picture to the Kremlin.
Human Rights Watch announced that aircraft from the 'African Corps,' controlled by the Russian military, killed eight civilians in Mali in June and urged authorities to open an investigation into the incidents.
A Russian military court sentenced Daniil Belousov, the disabled son of political prisoner Oleg Belousov, to seven years in a penal colony for 'justifying terrorism,' following his father's five-year sentence for anti-war posts.
Russia has reportedly lost another 1,440 troops in its war against Ukraine within the past 24 hours. This brings the total estimated Russian military casualties to a higher number.
Russia's most advanced fighter jet, a Su-57, crashed near Moscow during a training flight. The pilot successfully ejected and survived without injuries.
The General Staff of the Armed Forces of Ukraine reports that defense forces successfully struck a tanker, a pontoon bridge, and other Russian military targets during the night of July 22-23.
Ukraine's General Staff has released updated data on Russian military losses, reporting that Russia lost 1,330 soldiers killed and wounded over the past day.
A New York Times investigation revealed a significant presence of Russian military intelligence in Tokyo, with Japan serving as a key source for Russia to circumvent sanctions through third-country imports due to weak espionage laws.
Sao Tome and Principe is attracting international scrutiny as voters head to the polls, with a recent military agreement with Russia heightening interest in the strategically located archipelago.
A Russian military strike on a civilian enterprise near Kharkiv on the morning of July 16 resulted in injuries to four passengers aboard a minibus that was passing through the area at the time of the attack.
Ukraine is reportedly turning the Sea of Azov into a new theater of war to strike hard against Russian forces. This strategic move aims to open a new front and inflict significant damage on Russian military operations.
The Harju District Court in Estonia is scheduled to review a request in August for the conditional early release of Denis Metsavas, a 45-year-old former Estonian Defense Forces major. Metsavas was previously convicted of treason and cooperating with Russian military intelligence.
Following reports of US warnings to Poland about potential Russian military provocation, blogger Mark Feigin offers an alternative view, suggesting Vladimir Putin would target a weaker country, though he doesn't rule out the possibility.
Russian military trucks are increasingly adopting distinctive 'zebra stripe' camouflage patterns, a tactic from World War I, which experts believe is an effort to confuse modern targeting systems.
According to US national security expert James Jay Carafano, the best days for the Russian military in the war against Ukraine are in the past, indicating that Russia has already lost.
Kyiv experienced a new barrage of Russian missile attacks, causing explosions and fires in the Ukrainian capital. These strikes occurred while a NATO summit was underway, and after Ukraine claimed to have attacked Russia's 'shadow fleet'.
Ukrainian drone attacks have forced a strategic Russian oil refinery to suspend operations and caused power outages in Crimea. These incidents highlight Ukraine's increasing capability to strike targets across Russia, leading to fuel shortages and anger among the Russian populace.
The Russian military carried out a glide bomb strike on Ukraine's Synelnykove district in the Dnipropetrovsk region, resulting in the death of a child and injuries to four other people.
High-ranking Russian military generals secretly underwent training in China, focusing on radiological, biological, and chemical (CBRN) warfare, with approval from the Kremlin. This clandestine training highlights deepening military cooperation between the two nations.
Yandex has blurred more than 120 locations on its maps in Russia, including companies on Western sanctions lists, in an apparent attempt to conceal information. This action inadvertently revealed the presence of Russian military objects.
Ukrainian authorities have detained a former Crimea energy 'minister' who worked for Russia in Kyiv, along with additional suspects involved in registering Starlink terminals for the Russian military. These arrests are part of ongoing efforts to counter Russian influence and support.
Ukraine has confirmed a second strike on Russia's Dubna space communications center near Moscow, with President Zelenskyy stating that drones hit the facility. This attack follows an earlier strike and is part of Ukraine's 'long-range sanctions' strategy.
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskiy has reportedly mocked Russia's military campaign and asserted that Moscow continues to reject all peace proposals for the ongoing conflict.
Ukraine has claimed responsibility for a missile strike on a Russian military factory in Volgograd, using what it described as 'Flamingo' rockets. The attack has reportedly caused panic among residents in Crimea and disrupted life on the peninsula, with Ukrainian officials stating that the strike hit a key target deep within Russia.
Artyom Vovchenko, a Russian military deserter, recounted his improbable and risky flight from Russia earlier this year, after having been deported back to Russia by the Trump administration.
Ukrainian Security Service (SSU) drones struck two Russian military supply ships and air defence systems in Kerch overnight on June 25-26, as part of a 40-day operation in Crimea.
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky announced that Ukraine will carry out preemptive strikes against Russian facilities used for the war, as part of efforts to pressure Moscow into peace negotiations.
Ukraine's General Staff has released updated figures on Russian military losses, reporting 1,270 soldiers killed or wounded and 67 artillery systems lost over the past day.
A Russian rocket attack on the Ukrainian city of Kryvyi Rih resulted in three deaths and 19 injuries. Ukrainian President Zelensky stated that delays in air defense deliveries contributed to the loss of lives.
Russian singer Viktoria Tsyganova and her husband Vadim Tsyganov, known for their strong support of the Kremlin and the war in Ukraine, have unexpectedly criticized the Russian military and government following Ukrainian strikes.
A court has sentenced a Russian military intelligence agent, who was exposed in the Zaporizhzhia region last July, to 15 years in prison with confiscation of property for passing information on Defense Forces to the GRU.
Russian military police conducted raids in the city of Penza, 500 kilometers southeast of Moscow, in an effort to mobilize men for the front lines in Ukraine, according to local residents.
Lithuanian authorities deported a Russian military deserter to Kaliningrad on June 15 after he fled the front lines in Ukraine without a passport and sought asylum. Russian authorities arrested him upon his crossing into Russia.
Russian military officials are reportedly preparing a new wave of conscription that could mobilize up to 600,000 additional personnel. The planned expansion aims to reinforce frontline forces in Ukraine.
A Russian military serviceman was killed when a vehicle exploded in St. Petersburg, marking another targeted incident in the city. Local authorities have launched an investigation into the bombing.
A Russian air force lieutenant colonel was killed and his wife injured in a car bomb explosion in St. Petersburg. Separately, a Russian national was arrested after deliberately driving into a pedestrian crowd in Caen, France, leaving two people dead.
Seoul deployed fighter jets to intercept multiple Russian military aircraft that breached its air defense identification zone, marking a recent escalation in regional airspace tensions.
Recent Russian military aggression in Ukraine's Kherson region has resulted in one civilian death and twelve injuries over a 24-hour period. The strikes continue to cause casualties amid the ongoing conflict along the front lines.
Russian authorities have ordered the arrest of Nikolai Levshitz, a blogger residing in Georgia, accusing him of disseminating false information about the Russian military.
A 40-year-old Serbian citizen is facing charges in Serbia for allegedly participating in the war in Ukraine as a member of the Russian military. The Higher Public Prosecutor's Office has filed an indictment proposal against him.
Western intelligence officials report that Russian military officers conducted a mobilisation exercise in Kaliningrad Oblast in July, testing preparations for a potential new call-up amidst concerns over personnel losses.
Finland has issued a diplomatic note and summoned Russia’s ambassador after a Russian military reconnaissance aircraft allegedly entered Finnish airspace for approximately three minutes in the western Gulf of Finland.
Botswana's government prevented eight of its citizens from being recruited into the Russian military at airports in Botswana, South Africa, and Ethiopia.
According to Forbes, space is emerging as a new front in the Russia-Ukraine war, with Ukraine intensifying strikes on Russian military and space infrastructure.
Russia claims to have struck two Ukrainian ships in the Black Sea, while a Russian drone reportedly crossed into Moldovan airspace during an attack on Ukraine. Separately, a Greek-run tanker carrying Russian oil was also attacked in the Black Sea.
Ukraine has claimed responsibility for striking a Russian rocket and space center in Samara, deep within Russian territory, using its new 'Flamingo' missiles. President Zelenskyy released a video confirming the attack on what he described as a critical facility supporting a Starlink-style network.
The Ukrainian Cabinet of Ministers has approved a mechanism for the free transfer of designated examples of destroyed Russian military equipment to museums in foreign countries, including Lithuania, Latvia, Estonia, Denmark, and the Netherlands.
The article describes Transnistria as a lawless region with Russian soldiers and 'mafia-like' authorities, noting it could be a hiding place for former Polish Deputy Justice Minister Marcin Romanowski, and questions the protection it offers.
Russia has appointed former Chief Justice of India D.Y. Chandrachud as an arbitrator in an investment treaty dispute with a Ukrainian bank, Oschadbank, which claims losses in Ukrainian regions after Russian military actions.
Ukraine's military reported that Russian forces suffered approximately 1,190 casualties (killed and wounded) over the past day, bringing the total estimated losses since February 2022 to around 1.46 million.
Russian military recruiters are reportedly using intimidation, coercion, and even kidnapping to fulfill conscription quotas for the front lines in Ukraine, according to a Financial Times report.
Syria and Russia have reached an agreement to reorganize Russia's military presence in Syria, with Russia handing over control of two strategic Mediterranean bases to Syria. The bases will be transformed into joint training centers, marking a significant shift in their military cooperation.
Western intelligence agencies, including the CIA, have reportedly indicated that Russia might launch a special military operation against one of the Baltic states as early as September.
The director of a factory supplying drones to the Russian military was severely wounded and his driver killed when their car exploded, according to news reports.
A Polish volunteer has died in Ukraine as a result of Russian military actions, confirmed by the Polish Ministry of Foreign Affairs, which appealed for respect for the family's privacy.
Investigations by Mediazone and BBC have confirmed the deaths of 236,066 Russian soldiers in Ukraine, with actual losses likely higher and recruitment struggling to keep pace.
Russia is increasingly attacking Ukraine with difficult-to-intercept missiles, highlighting a critical shortage of air defense for Kyiv, which is responding with strikes on Russian military logistics.
The Security Service of Ukraine has detained an enemy agent who was coordinating Russian military strikes in the Kharkiv region, specifically targeting sites along the Poltava-Kharkiv highway.
Ukraine's USF has announced new strikes against Russian military targets, while reports also detail hits on Russian energy infrastructure. These actions mark a continued effort by Ukraine to target key Russian assets.
An Estonian citizen has pleaded guilty in a U.S. court to charges of procuring sensitive electronics for the benefit of the Russian military. The individual engaged in these activities for nearly a decade and now faces a potential sentence of up to 40 years in prison.
An investigation based on nearly 9,500 letters from Russian soldiers and their families reveals barbaric practices, including torture and exploitation, within the Russian military on the Ukrainian front.
A Russian military intelligence officer has fled Japan following a report by The New York Times that exposed his espionage activities conducted from an Aeroflot airline office in Tokyo.
The new British Defence Secretary has labeled Russia's military exercise conducted near the UK coast as 'irresponsible.' This statement reflects growing tensions and concerns over Russian military activities in the region.
Ukraine's General Staff has released updated data, stating that Russia lost 1,370 soldiers killed and wounded over the past day amidst ongoing hostilities.
Ukrainian forces successfully destroyed a Russian military shelter and a convoy of approximately 50 vehicles near Kostyantynivka using a Ukrainian-made 120mm mortar bomb dropped by a drone. Video footage captured the destruction of the Russian assets.
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky has called for unity within the military after the dismissal of Defense Minister Mykhailo Fedorov sparked protests and criticism. Zelensky explained the decision, which has also led to the resignation of the deputy commander of the air force.
Dissident Garry Kasparov has warned that Russian President Vladimir Putin's next move could be an invasion of the Baltics, as Ukraine intensifies attacks on Russian military logistics and energy infrastructure.
Ukraine's General Staff has released updated figures, stating that Russia lost 1,120 soldiers killed and wounded over the past day, reflecting ongoing casualties in the conflict.
NATO fighter jets were scrambled multiple times to identify and escort Russian aircraft over the Baltic Sea. The incidents involved Russian military planes operating near NATO airspace.
The New York Times has reported that Japan is serving as a procurement hub for high-tech materials and other goods needed by the Russian military for its invasion of Ukraine, facilitated by Russian intelligence activities.
A Russian military intelligence unit operating from a Tokyo high-rise is reportedly acquiring high-tech equipment essential for Russia's war efforts, effectively turning Japan into a hub for espionage.
Ukraine's General Staff has confirmed successful strikes on 18 Russian vessels, an oil refinery, an oil terminal, and other facilities. These overnight operations targeted significant Russian military and energy infrastructure.
Poland sentenced a Russian exile to seven years in prison for spying, while Polish and French ministers warned of potential new Russian provocations against NATO members. This comes as a former NATO official claimed Putin was dissuaded from using nuclear weapons against Ukraine.
Ukrainian drone attacks have targeted multiple Russian oil refineries in Tatarstan and Saratov, causing fires and casualties. These strikes, along with attacks on 19 Russian shadow fleet tankers in the Sea of Azov, have intensified fuel shortages in Russia, leading some drivers to convert their cars to LPG.
Ukraine has expanded its sanctions list to include 30 companies and 42 associated individuals accused of supplying high-precision equipment to the Russian military-industrial complex for missile and weapon production.
The United States has reportedly warned Poland about a potential Russian military provocation, prompting Polish Prime Minister Donald Tusk to announce intensive preparations for various war scenarios. Tusk emphasized that the coming months will be critical in the face of the Russian threat.
The European Union is preparing further sanctions against Russia following massive attacks on Ukraine, with new restrictions expected to target Russian military manufacturers involved in the deadly strikes on Kyiv.
Massive Russian air strikes targeted Kyiv, resulting in the deaths of at least eight people and injuring dozens more. The attacks caused significant damage across the Ukrainian capital.
Ukraine's Defence Minister Mykhailo Fedorov stated that strikes on Russian military targets in Crimea and southern Ukraine have caused severe logistical issues for Russian forces, leading to a multitude of crises.
President Volodymyr Zelenskyy announced that Ukrainian weapons have struck an oil refinery in Russia's Ufa for the second time, located 1,300 km from the front line, and also hit a Russian military industry site in Penza Oblast.
Ukraine's Flamingo missile has successfully hit a target for the first time, destroying a key military factory in Volgograd, according to the head of Fire Point.
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskiy mocked Russia's military efforts, stating that the Kremlin has repeatedly set and missed deadlines to capture the Donbas region over four years. He also reiterated that Moscow rejects all peace proposals.
A farmer in Finnmark, Norway, is building a dairy barn as a measure against potential food shortages in the event of war, citing concerns about Russian military buildup.
A Russian military complaint has gone viral on social media, prompting a senior researcher from the Finnish Institute of International Affairs to comment that 'Putin's promise to society is crumbling.'
Costa Rica has raised concerns over the presence of Russian military personnel in Nicaragua, a concern Russia has dismissed as legal and not directed against any third country.
Moldovan intelligence and anti-organized crime prosecutors have prevented an attempt to illegally export dual-use goods to companies affiliated with the Russian military complex. The scheme involved goods intended for military aircraft, valued at 21 million lei.
Moldovan intelligence and anti-organized crime prosecutors have prevented an attempt to illegally export dual-use goods to companies affiliated with the Russian military complex.
Yevhen Balytskyi, the Russian-installed head of occupied Zaporizhzhia Oblast, has ordered traffic restrictions on a section of the Novorossiya motorway, a crucial military supply route to Crimea, following Ukrainian drone strikes.
Amid reports of a rattled Putin seeking peace talks, a world affairs editor suggests it's an opportune moment for Ukraine and its allies to press for the collapse of Russia's army and push back against its territorial gains.
A Telegram channel, 'Novosti Proiskhodiashchego,' used by Penza residents to share accounts of raids and roundups of men pressured into military service contracts, has been blocked.
Reports indicate that Russian military enlistment officers are actively rounding up men en masse in various cities, including Penza. Residents describe officers 'grabbing everyone' in what appears to be a widespread recruitment effort.
Since the start of Russia's full-scale invasion in 2022, 401 cases of sexual violence committed by Russian military personnel against Ukrainian civilians have been recorded, though the actual number is likely higher.
Former US Army Europe commander, retired General Ben Hodges, stated in an interview with Delfi that Crimea needs to be isolated and cut off, expressing surprise at the destruction of Russian military logistics network trucks on the highway in recent weeks.
A Russian warship reportedly fired warning shots near a British-registered yacht in the English Channel, an incident described as 'scary' by the couple on board. The Russian military confirmed the firing, stating the yacht was approaching dangerously close.
Russian military forces launched four glide bombs targeting residential areas in Sumy, resulting in injuries and requiring emergency rescue operations from the rubble.
Russian military officials are implementing a new strategy to counter the spread of unverified frontline reports, aiming to stabilize public perception amid ongoing combat operations.
European Union leaders have strongly denounced recent Russian military tactics involving sequential strikes on Ukrainian targets, which have resulted in a sharp increase in civilian deaths.
The Russian military launched an attack on a critical energy infrastructure facility in southern Ukraine, disrupting local heating and electricity supplies amid ongoing hostilities.
A widely shared clip captures a moment during Russian military training where a new recruit loses control of a rocket-propelled grenade launcher, accidentally detonating it near his own feet while instructors react angrily.
A US Air Force military transport plane made a rare and unannounced landing in Moscow, with the Kremlin stating it had no knowledge of its purpose. This event occurred amidst new US sanctions aimed at pressuring Iran's economy.
Margarita Reutt has been identified as the woman accused of killing a Russian naval officer, an alleged Sevastopol operation that aligns with a broader pattern of attacks on senior Russian military figures since the full-scale invasion of Ukraine.
Ukrainian drones successfully targeted and struck two Russian aircraft, eight radar systems, and an S-400 battalion position. This incident highlights the effectiveness of Ukrainian drone warfare against Russian military assets, including a new Russian tank protection system.
The Security Service of Ukraine (SBU) has arrested a National Guard officer in the Odesa region, accused of leaking combat information to Russian military intelligence.
Ukraine's General Staff provided an update on Russian military casualties, stating that Russia lost 1,480 soldiers killed and wounded over the last 24 hours.
This article offers a commentary on Russian military capabilities, suggesting that Russian tanks could locate government offices even if street signs were removed, implying a broader discussion on potential aggression or surveillance.
Ukraine's resistance has revealed weaknesses in Russia's military, raising questions about Moscow's claim to superpower status despite its vast Soviet-era stockpiles and nuclear capabilities.
Ukraine announced that its forces conducted long-range attacks, hitting a Russian military airfield and a missile center that supports a new Russian satellite internet network.
Ukrainian Security Service (SBU) counterintelligence officers have apprehended a Russian military intelligence (GRU) agent in the Dnipropetrovsk region, suspected of directing Russian artillery and drone strikes on Nikopol.
Finland is pursuing a plan to restore 180,000 hectares of wetlands, aiming to benefit climate and biodiversity while also serving national defense by potentially hindering Russian military movements. The initiative has military support, though some environmentalists express caution.
A court in Vienna has convicted two Belarusian citizens for violating EU sanctions by supplying equipment to the Russian military industry through an Austrian company, specifically to firms linked with Rostec.
The Russian Foreign Ministry announced that an agreement reached with Damascus regarding the future of Russian military bases in Syria will strengthen bilateral relations between the two countries.
Austrian authorities have exposed a Vienna-based company that circumvented sanctions to supply technology for Russian missiles and fighter jets, dismantling an international network of shell companies.
Agents of the ATESH partisan movement carried out an act of sabotage near Voronezh, destroying the cab of an electric locomotive used to support Russian military transportation towards Kupiansk.
Syria and Russia have reached an agreement to transform two Russian military bases in Syria, Tartus and Hmeimim, into joint training centers. This deal follows 18 months of negotiations and will alter the status of Russia's military presence in the Mediterranean.
A Russian military intelligence agent who coordinated missile strikes on Kharkiv in the summer of 2023 was sentenced to 15 years in prison with confiscation of property.
Ukraine has launched drone attacks on two oil refineries located deep within Russian territory, causing significant damage and fires. This action marks a continued effort by Ukraine to target Russian energy infrastructure.
Japan has lodged a protest against Russian military drills involving dozens of warships, aircraft, and over 13,000 servicemen near the disputed Kuril Islands.
Polish fighter jets have intercepted a Russian reconnaissance aircraft over the Baltic Sea for the third time in recent days. This marks another instance of Polish military aircraft intercepting Russian military planes in the region.
The mayor of Moscow has promised to punish those responsible for a 'brutal terrorist attack' after a bomb killed three people in the city. Unverified reports suggested a top Russian military commander was the intended target.
Lithuania's Ministry of Foreign Affairs summoned a representative of the Russian Embassy in Vilnius to issue a strong protest following a large-scale Russian military attack on Ukraine's capital, Kyiv, which caused casualties.
A series of fires have broken out across Crimea, affecting Russian military depots, a power substation, and air defense positions. Ukrainian sources reported that these incidents were caused by attacks.
Agents of the 'ATESH' partisan movement conducted reconnaissance at the Bryansk Machine-Building Plant, a key Russian heavy machinery manufacturer supporting the military.
Despite reports of abuse and torture within the Russian military, very few Russian deserters are granted asylum in Germany, leaving many fearing forced return to the front lines.
The founder of UK ethical fintech firm Algbra reportedly attempted to arrange arms deals with Jan Marsalek, the Wirecard businessman later exposed as a fraudster and spy, to raise $2.75 billion for Russian military technology.
Ukraine has transformed into a hub for drone production, with stories emerging from 2022 of individuals like a 15-year-old boy using drones to spot Russian military movements near Kyiv.
Videos have revealed that a significant Russian military industry object, the Central Scientific Research Institute for Precision Machine Building, was struck during a massive Ukrainian drone attack on the Moscow region and border areas.
A widely circulated video showing a Russian military failure has been commented on by war expert Oleksandr Kovalenko, who stated, "They did everything wrong."
Four Chinese and Russian warships were observed simultaneously navigating between Okinawa Main Island and Miyako Island on July 16. China's Ministry of Defense had announced joint patrols with the Russian military this month, prompting vigilance from Japan's Ministry of Defense.
A German minister has praised Finland, while questions arise about Russian military activities near the Finnish border. The commendation comes as attention is drawn to the security situation in the region.
Russia is experiencing significant fuel shortages, affecting both military units in Crimea and the Kherson region, and leading to potential rationing systems and the deployment of teachers as 'wardens' at gas stations for civilians.
The EU has sanctioned Russian military intelligence officers and cybercriminals, while Ukraine's air defense remains a key focus for allies. This comes as Ukrainian forces report striking Russian naval vessels and radar systems.
Satellite images from June have revealed a cleared area indicating the location of a new Russian military barracks being constructed for railway troops. A military expert identified the site, suggesting Russia is once again expanding its military infrastructure.
Ukrainian drone attacks have targeted and ignited fires at several Russian energy facilities, including one of the largest oil refineries in southern Russia and a key maritime port. These strikes are part of an escalating series of attacks on Russian energy infrastructure.
EU member states are negotiating a less strict visa ban for former Russian military personnel, as Italy and France have opposed the original proposal for stricter restrictions.
Donald Trump reportedly offered assistance to Vladimir Putin in finding a solution to the war in Ukraine during a phone conversation. Trump also spoke with Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy.
The Dutch Advisory Council has advocated for sustained, long-term support for Ukraine. This recommendation comes amidst ongoing reports of Russian military successes in the Donbas region.
A Russian military strike targeted a medical facility in Kherson, resulting in the death of a doctor and injuries to a nurse. The incident highlights the ongoing dangers faced by healthcare workers in the region.
The US Treasury has removed sanctions against four Indian companies, including RRG Engineering Technologies and Lokesh Machines, which were previously accused of supplying advanced technologies to the Russian military.
Investigators from Ukraine's National Police have charged a Russian military unit commander with command responsibility for mass killings, torture, and terror against civilians in the town of Bucha near Kyiv.
Vladimir Putin's luxury yacht, Graceful, reportedly worth 100 million euros, performed provocative maneuvers through closely monitored straits, accompanied by a Russian military escort, with its radars turned off.
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky stated that a facility targeted by drones in Moscow plays a role in intelligence operations and helps coordinate Russian military activities in Ukraine, as Ukraine's drone war extends to the Russian capital.
A journalist has raised an alarm, criticizing the Russian military for being permeated by organized crime. This report suggests a significant issue of corruption and criminal influence within the armed forces.
A spokesperson for Ukraine's Air Force explained that the shutdown of relay towers in Belarus has significantly impaired the Russian military's ability to control and redirect drones in real-time during attacks.
A Russian military contract recruitment post on the social network VK controversially used an AI-generated image of the late opposition politician Alexey Navalny, drawing attention from observers.
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South Korea scrambled fighter jets after multiple Chinese and Russian military aircraft entered its air defense identification zone (KADIZ). While no airspace violation was reported, the incident highlighted increased military cooperation between China and Russia in the region.
Ukraine has launched a new portal called 'TrophyLab' to allow soldiers, arms makers, and allies to access data from captured Russian military hardware, aiming to expose enemy military secrets.
Western nations are reportedly concerned about potential Russian military provocations, possibly targeting countries like Poland, as Russia faces increasing pressure from Ukraine's regular drone attacks on targets deep within its territory, including refineries and fuel depots.
Agents of the ATESH partisan movement have reportedly conducted reconnaissance operations targeting three Russian military infrastructure sites in the temporarily occupied Crimea, specifically in the Zaozerne and Vityne areas.
Russian military losses in Ukraine totaled approximately 1,397,060 personnel (killed and wounded) since February 24, 2022, with 1,270 enemy soldiers eliminated in the past 24 hours.
Ukraine has launched strikes against Russian air defense systems and military airfields in Crimea, including Pantsir-S1 units at Saky and Hvardiiske. These attacks target key Russian military infrastructure in the annexed peninsula.
An Ukrainian air attack on Voronezh reportedly killed at least five people, according to Voronezh Oblast Governor Alexander Gusev. The Ukrainian General Staff announced a hit on a factory producing electronic components.
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky has given Belarusian President Alexander Lukashenka one week to remove Russian military equipment from Belarus that has been used in attacks on Ukraine. Zelensky warned that if the equipment is not removed, Ukraine will take action.
Ukraine has launched the TrophyLab platform, offering its partners access to captured Russian military technologies and intelligence. This initiative aims to transform Russian 'war secrets' into valuable information for allies.
Experts claim that Russian military vehicles are being painted with distinctive stripes in Ukraine to confuse the artificial intelligence systems of Ukrainian drones, initiating a high-stakes game of hide-and-seek.
Ukraine's military intelligence agency (HUR) released images illustrating what it described as an ongoing campaign targeting Russian military logistics, including fuel, ammunition, vehicles, and other supplies.
