Institute for the Study of War
Zelensky visits military in Pokrovsk, where fierce fighting continues
Russians did not gain a foothold in Kupyansk, they were destroyed - NSDC CCD
Russia plans to merge the largest oil companies - ISW
putin is trying to create the appearance of improving relations with trump, but in reality russia will not make concessions - ISW
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Russia will try to create mechanisms to support the war against Ukraine at the BRICS summit - ISW
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Russian troops have recently increased the number of systematic executions of Ukrainian prisoners of war - ISW
Partnership agreement with dPRK will allow Putin to avoid mobilization in russia - ISW
Only a few North Korean officers understand russian - Center for Countering Disinformation
EU wants to invest in Ukrainian defense industry instead of constant arms supplies - WP
“Several thousand” soldiers from North Korea are undergoing training in Russia, may be deployed to Ukraine - ISW
Russia and Iran expand economic and financial cooperation - ISW
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ISW: Capturing Vuhledar will not give Russia much operational advantage
Strike on ammunition depot in Tver region: satellite photos of destroyed Russian arsenals appear
The situation in Donetsk region, the Kursk operation, and the missile program: Zelensky listens to Syrsky's report
By maneuvering in the kursk region, the AFU compensated for the russian federation's advantage in strength and equipment - ISW
SBU: Russian special services may soon resort to staging crimes against population of Kursk region
Drones over Kursk and two other regions, evacuation and a new ISW report: the situation in Russia
Russia wants to send mercenaries from state-owned companies to defend Kursk region - media
Russian commanders may transfer more experienced units from eastern or southern Ukraine to Kursk region - ISW
Kremlin risks discrediting itself with contradictory reaction to events in Kursk region - ISW
Russia seeks to use Iran in its confrontation with the West - ISW
Street fighting continues in Vovchansk, Russians cannot advance - OTU “Kharkiv”
Orbán seeks to undermine Western support for Kyiv - ISW
Sporadic movements of Russians spotted in Vovchansk, enemy tries to restore combat readiness - Kharkiv OTGT
Zelensky visits military in Pokrovsk, where fierce fighting continues
The President of Ukraine visited the location of the 25th Brigade in Pokrovsk and awarded the city's defenders. Ukrainian troops stopped 32 hostile attacks in the Pokrovsk sector over the last day.
Russians did not gain a foothold in Kupyansk, they were destroyed - NSDC CCD
The National Security and Defense Council's Center for Countering Disinformation denied information about the enemy's entrenchment in Kupyansk. The Russian landing force was destroyed and the situation is under control of the Defense Forces.
Russia plans to merge the largest oil companies - ISW
Russian authorities are negotiating a merger between Rosneft, Gazprom Neft and Lukoil. The goal is to strengthen its position in the energy market and obtain more favorable deals with China and India.
putin is trying to create the appearance of improving relations with trump, but in reality russia will not make concessions - ISW
ISW reports that putin is creating the appearance of improving relations with Trump, but has no plans to make concessions. the kremlin continues to pursue its maximalist goals in Ukraine and on the international stage.
ISW: Russian agents in Moldova are trying to cancel Sandu's election victory
The Institute for the Study of War reports on attempts by Russian agents to discredit Maia Sandu's victory in the elections in Moldova. Pro-Russian politicians and oligarchs are spreading statements about the illegitimacy of the voting results.
ISW: Russian offensive pace has increased, but they are still advancing slowly
Russian troops seized about 14 square kilometers per day in September 2024, compared to 1265 square kilometers in March 2024. Russia's recent successes are tactically significant, but most of the front remains stagnant.
China studies military experience through Belarus: what interests China
Representatives of the PRC have been participating in military exercises in Belarus over the past 3-4 months. China is interested in the experience of using drones, demining, and storming buildings in the context of the war in Ukraine.
the kremlin can finance the war in ukraine for several more years: what is happening to the russian economy
Russia is able to continue the war thanks to oil revenues and the failure of Western sanctions. Military spending has created an economic paradox: full employment and rising wages with a labor shortage.
Russia is preparing the information basis for the deployment of DPRK troops - ISW
Russia is conducting information operations to justify the use of North Korean troops against Ukraine. According to intelligence, 12,000 DPRK troops are already in Russia.
Russia will try to create mechanisms to support the war against Ukraine at the BRICS summit - ISW
At the BRICS summit in Kazan, Russia will try to use the opportunity to create mechanisms to strengthen its military operations in Ukraine.
Russian troops have recently increased the number of systematic executions of Ukrainian prisoners of war - ISW
Russian forces have intensified systematic war crimes, including executions of Ukrainian prisoners and the use of chemical weapons. ISW reports an increase in such cases in recent years.
Partnership agreement with dPRK will allow Putin to avoid mobilization in russia - ISW
The Kremlin can use the partnership agreement with North Korea to offset the requirements for the formation of troops. This will allow Putin to postpone the decision to mobilize in Russia.
Only a few North Korean officers understand russian - Center for Countering Disinformation
Most DPRK officers do not understand Russian, according to the Center for Countering Disinformation. The information about the training of 100,000 DPRK troops for Ukraine is considered fiction by the Center for Countering Disinformation.
EU wants to invest in Ukrainian defense industry instead of constant arms supplies - WP
The EU allocates $440 million to support Ukraine's defense industry. This marks a change in the EU's approach to war and highlights the shortcomings of its own defense sector in producing weapons.
“Several thousand” soldiers from North Korea are undergoing training in Russia, may be deployed to Ukraine - ISW
According to the ISW, “several thousand” North Korean infantrymen are being trained in Russia. They may be deployed to the front in Ukraine or in the border regions of Russia by the end of 2024.
Russia and Iran expand economic and financial cooperation - ISW
Prime Minister Mishustin visited Iran to expand economic cooperation. They discussed investment, trade and signing a strategic agreement at the upcoming BRICS summit.
Sibiga and Siyarto discuss Zelensky's Peace Formula and Victory Plan
The Foreign Ministers of Ukraine and Hungary paid special attention to Ukraine's peace initiatives. Sibiga thanked Szijjarto for participating in the First Peace Summit and expressed hope for Hungary's continued support of Ukrainian initiatives.
ISW: Capturing Vuhledar will not give Russia much operational advantage
Russian troops have reached the outskirts of Vuhledar, but its capture is unlikely to give them much advantage for further operations in western Donetsk region. Vuhledar is not an important logistical hub.
Strike on ammunition depot in Tver region: satellite photos of destroyed Russian arsenals appear
Maxar satellite imagery revealed a large-scale fire at a Russian ammunition depot after the Ukrainian attack. An ISW analyst confirmed that not only the surrounding area but also the weapons bunkers themselves were on fire.
The situation in Donetsk region, the Kursk operation, and the missile program: Zelensky listens to Syrsky's report
The President of Ukraine discussed the situation in Donetsk region and the operation in Kursk region with the Commander-in-Chief of the Armed Forces of Ukraine. Zelenskyy also heard a report on Ukraine's missile program.
By maneuvering in the kursk region, the AFU compensated for the russian federation's advantage in strength and equipment - ISW
The Ukrainian operation in the kursk region showed the effectiveness of maneuver warfare against russian superiority. The Ukrainian armed forces advanced 800 square kilometers in 6 days, while the russian federation occupied 1,175 square kilometers in 7 months.
SBU: Russian special services may soon resort to staging crimes against population of Kursk region
SBU warns of Russian attempts to accuse Ukrainian military of war crimes in Kursk region. The SBU spokesperson said that crimes against civilians may be staged to discredit Ukraine.
Drones over Kursk and two other regions, evacuation and a new ISW report: the situation in Russia
The Russian Defense Ministry claims 14 "downed" drones over Kursk and two other regions at night, authorities in Belgorod region say that almost the entire population has left Krasnoyaruz district, and a new ISW report indicates further advance of Ukrainian forces in Kursk region.
Russia wants to send mercenaries from state-owned companies to defend Kursk region - media
Russia is preparing to send employees of private security organizations to defend the Kursk region. This primarily concerns security guards from companies of state corporations, including Rosneft.
Russian commanders may transfer more experienced units from eastern or southern Ukraine to Kursk region - ISW
The Russian command is redeploying experienced units to the Kursk region, considering its defense a higher priority than the offensive in the Kharkiv region. This may indicate a serious assessment of the situation in the region.
Kremlin risks discrediting itself with contradictory reaction to events in Kursk region - ISW
the Kremlin is trying to find a balance between presenting the attack in Kursk region as a Ukrainian escalation and avoiding panic inside the country. ISW notes the risk of discrediting the authorities due to contradictory statements.
Russia seeks to use Iran in its confrontation with the West - ISW
Russia was preparing to transfer missiles and military equipment to the Houthis in Yemen, but refused due to diplomatic pressure. ISW believes that Russia is seeking to use Iran to indirectly confront the West.
Street fighting continues in Vovchansk, Russians cannot advance - OTU “Kharkiv”
Street fighting continues in Vovchansk, Kharkiv region. Russian troops are trying to advance in some locations, but without success. Information about the seizure of the aggregate plant has no news value.
Orbán seeks to undermine Western support for Kyiv - ISW
Hungarian Prime Minister Viktor Orban's visit to moscow and calls for peace talks are intended to distract the West and undermine support for Ukraine, the Institute for War Studies believes.
Sporadic movements of Russians spotted in Vovchansk, enemy tries to restore combat readiness - Kharkiv OTGT
Over the past day, Ukrainian intelligence recorded isolated movements of Russian troops in Vovchansk, Kharkiv region, where they are trying to restore combat readiness of their units.