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Russia is using technological developments tested in the war with Ukraine against NATO countries - ISW

Russia is using technological developments tested in the war with Ukraine against NATO countries - ISW

February 10, 07:24 AM • 27572 views
ISW: North Korea is using the war in Ukraine to test its military capabilities

ISW: North Korea is using the war in Ukraine to test its military capabilities

February 9, 04:05 AM • 73465 views
Kremlin does not want negotiations and peace with Ukraine - ISW

Kremlin does not want negotiations and peace with Ukraine - ISW

February 9, 02:19 AM • 59707 views
Minus 1210 occupants and more than 100 pieces of equipment: losses of the Russian army over the day

Minus 1210 occupants and more than 100 pieces of equipment: losses of the Russian army over the day

February 8, 06:23 AM • 33262 views
Kremlin conceals the extent of negative impact on the Russian economy due to the war in Ukraine - ISW

Kremlin conceals the extent of negative impact on the Russian economy due to the war in Ukraine - ISW

February 8, 05:33 AM • 32201 views
Russia has created troops of unmanned systems and wants to involve 210 thousand soldiers - Syrsky

Russia has created troops of unmanned systems and wants to involve 210 thousand soldiers - Syrsky

February 6, 09:42 AM • 25875 views
Russian Federation lost 1240 servicemen, 46 artillery systems and 16 armored vehicles during the war in Ukraine - Ukrainian Armed Forces General Staff

Russian Federation lost 1240 servicemen, 46 artillery systems and 16 armored vehicles during the war in Ukraine - Ukrainian Armed Forces General Staff

February 6, 05:31 AM • 72347 views
Russia denies Ukraine's sovereignty and emphasizes the need for further annexation - ISW

Russia denies Ukraine's sovereignty and emphasizes the need for further annexation - ISW

February 6, 05:06 AM • 113356 views
New successes of the Ukrainian Armed Forces near Pokrovsk and Russian advance in several directions: ISW maps

New successes of the Ukrainian Armed Forces near Pokrovsk and Russian advance in several directions: ISW maps

February 6, 03:33 AM • 116109 views
Oil depot attacked by Ukrainian drones burns in Krasnodar region

Oil depot attacked by Ukrainian drones burns in Krasnodar region

February 5, 04:43 AM • 57888 views
Russia has problems with army replenishment - ISW

Russia has problems with army replenishment - ISW

February 5, 04:11 AM • 75218 views
Biden administration slows down arms sales to Ukraine in 2024 - Reuters

Biden administration slows down arms sales to Ukraine in 2024 - Reuters

February 3, 03:27 PM • 33883 views
The UN recorded 79 executions of Ukrainian prisoners of war by Russians: over what period

The UN recorded 79 executions of Ukrainian prisoners of war by Russians: over what period

February 3, 01:10 PM • 115493 views
Russia has created a drone capable of engaging Ukrainian naval drones - ISW

Russia has created a drone capable of engaging Ukrainian naval drones - ISW

February 2, 03:38 AM • 68368 views
1430 occupants, dozens of armored vehicles and artillery systems: Ukrainian Armed Forces General Staff names Russian losses

1430 occupants, dozens of armored vehicles and artillery systems: Ukrainian Armed Forces General Staff names Russian losses

February 1, 06:29 AM • 34590 views
Russians are trying to encircle Kupyansk: ISW told about the risks and threats to the Armed Forces of Ukraine

Russians are trying to encircle Kupyansk: ISW told about the risks and threats to the Armed Forces of Ukraine

February 1, 05:56 AM • 33536 views
Kremlin signals efforts to persuade trump to agree to putin's demands - ISW

Kremlin signals efforts to persuade trump to agree to putin's demands - ISW

January 31, 04:59 AM • 32158 views
DPRK soldiers suffered significant losses and are “working on mistakes” - NSDC

DPRK soldiers suffered significant losses and are “working on mistakes” - NSDC

January 28, 02:14 PM • 63636 views
Plus 1380 more occupants: General Staff updates data on enemy losses

Plus 1380 more occupants: General Staff updates data on enemy losses

January 28, 05:59 AM • 29287 views
Ukrainian Armed Forces recapture lost positions near Toretsk - ISW maps

Ukrainian Armed Forces recapture lost positions near Toretsk - ISW maps

January 28, 03:31 AM • 107884 views
russia demonstrates deepening relations with american adversaries - ISW

russia demonstrates deepening relations with american adversaries - ISW

Russian Security Council Secretary Shoigu meets with Chinese leaders to discuss bilateral security. Kursk region signs an agreement on economic and industrial cooperation with Pyongyang.

War • March 1, 04:55 AM • 102515 views
Russian troops advance on 4 frontlines at once: ISW maps

Russian troops advance on 4 frontlines at once: ISW maps

According to the ISW on March 1, the occupants made advances near Pokrovsk, Kurakhove, Velyka Novosilka and in the west of Zaporizhzhia region. The most active fighting continues in the Pokrovsk sector.

War • March 1, 03:27 AM • 101006 views
Russia is stepping up cooperation with Iran and North Korea in support of the war against Ukraine - ISW

Russia is stepping up cooperation with Iran and North Korea in support of the war against Ukraine - ISW

Russia is stepping up military cooperation with Iran and North Korea to support the war in Ukraine. The DPRK supplies ammunition and plans to transfer ballistic missiles, while Iran helps with the production of drones.

War • February 24, 05:15 AM • 25321 views
Russia demands new territorial concessions from Ukraine - ISW

Russia demands new territorial concessions from Ukraine - ISW

Russia's Permanent Representative to the UN, Nebenzya, declares Ukraine's “irretrievable loss” of the occupied territories and demands the transfer of additional regions. Russia also insists on Ukraine's neutral status without the right to join military alliances.

War • February 18, 05:24 AM • 129340 views
Russia says that any agreements reached with Ukraine in the future are invalid - ISW

Russia says that any agreements reached with Ukraine in the future are invalid - ISW

Peskov said that Russia has changed its approach to negotiations with Ukraine due to the alleged lack of sovereignty. the Kremlin also claims that any future agreements with Ukraine will be invalid.

War • February 17, 03:56 AM • 122455 views
Ukrainian Armed Forces liberate Pishchane village and push back occupants in the Pokrovsk sector - Tregubov

Ukrainian Armed Forces liberate Pishchane village and push back occupants in the Pokrovsk sector - Tregubov

Ukrainian troops liberated the village of Pishchane, 5 kilometers from Pokrovsk, and pushed Russian troops out of several settlements. The occupiers suffered significant losses and were forced to suspend their attempts to surround Pokrovsk.

War • February 16, 12:00 PM • 60696 views
Russian command may change the priority of the offensive in the spring and summer of 2025 - ISW

Russian command may change the priority of the offensive in the spring and summer of 2025 - ISW

Russian advance south of Pokrovsk has slowed over the past two weeks. ISW believes that the occupiers may reorient their offensive to Kostiantynivka in the spring or summer of 2025.

War • February 16, 04:45 AM • 40016 views
Russia's 2024 defense budget exceeds all European budgets combined - The Guardian

Russia's 2024 defense budget exceeds all European budgets combined - The Guardian

In 2024, Russia's defense spending reached $462 billion, exceeding the total military budget of European countries. russia allocated 6.68% of GDP to defense and plans to increase spending by another 14% in 2015.

War • February 12, 06:15 PM • 45713 views
ISW: To avoid exchange of territories in case of negotiations, Russia restricts information on Kursk region

ISW: To avoid exchange of territories in case of negotiations, Russia restricts information on Kursk region

ISW reports on Russian attempts to limit information about the front line in the Kursk region. This may be due to concerns about the exchange of territories during potential peace talks.

War • February 12, 02:24 AM • 118715 views
Russia sends its experienced soldiers to the DPRK to exchange experience under the guise of treatment - ISW

Russia sends its experienced soldiers to the DPRK to exchange experience under the guise of treatment - ISW

Russia sends experienced military personnel to North Korea under the pretext of medical treatment to exchange combat experience. The DPRK has refused financial compensation for medical care for Russian soldiers.

War • February 11, 07:48 AM • 26715 views
Russia is using technological developments tested in the war with Ukraine against NATO countries - ISW

Russia is using technological developments tested in the war with Ukraine against NATO countries - ISW

Russia is using technological innovations developed during the war in Ukraine against NATO countries. Particular attention is paid to the development of drones and electronic warfare, ISW reports.

War • February 10, 07:24 AM • 27572 views
ISW: North Korea is using the war in Ukraine to test its military capabilities

ISW: North Korea is using the war in Ukraine to test its military capabilities

Russia provides the DPRK with drone technology in exchange for North Korean troops' participation in the battles in the Kursk region. Japanese media report on agreements to jointly develop drones.

War • February 9, 04:05 AM • 73465 views
Kremlin does not want negotiations and peace with Ukraine - ISW

Kremlin does not want negotiations and peace with Ukraine - ISW

Zelenskiy announces Russia's plans to increase the army by 100,000 troops and create new divisions. ISW confirms that Russia is preparing for a long war and rejects peace talks.

War • February 9, 02:19 AM • 59707 views
Minus 1210 occupants and more than 100 pieces of equipment: losses of the Russian army over the day

Minus 1210 occupants and more than 100 pieces of equipment: losses of the Russian army over the day

The General Staff of the Armed Forces of Ukraine has released data on the losses of Russian troops over the past day. The total enemy losses since the beginning of the war have reached 847860 people, almost 10 thousand tanks have been destroyed.

War • February 8, 06:23 AM • 33262 views
Kremlin conceals the extent of negative impact on the Russian economy due to the war in Ukraine - ISW

Kremlin conceals the extent of negative impact on the Russian economy due to the war in Ukraine - ISW

Mishustin and Putin are trying to convince that the Russian economy is stable despite the sanctions. The ISW points to the concealment of the real impact of the war and much higher inflation than the official 9.9%.

War • February 8, 05:33 AM • 32201 views
Russia has created troops of unmanned systems and wants to involve 210 thousand soldiers - Syrsky

Russia has created troops of unmanned systems and wants to involve 210 thousand soldiers - Syrsky

Russia is forming a new kind of troops - unmanned systems troops, which by 2030 should number 210,000 soldiers in 277 units.

War • February 6, 09:42 AM • 25875 views
Russian Federation lost 1240 servicemen, 46 artillery systems and 16 armored vehicles during the war in Ukraine - Ukrainian Armed Forces General Staff

Russian Federation lost 1240 servicemen, 46 artillery systems and 16 armored vehicles during the war in Ukraine - Ukrainian Armed Forces General Staff

The General Staff of the Armed Forces of Ukraine has released data on the losses of the Russian army over the past day. The enemy lost 1,240 soldiers, 46 artillery systems and 16 armored combat vehicles.

War • February 6, 05:31 AM • 72347 views
Russia denies Ukraine's sovereignty and emphasizes the need for further annexation - ISW

Russia denies Ukraine's sovereignty and emphasizes the need for further annexation - ISW

Putin's godfather Medvedchuk has released a map showing most of Ukraine's territory as “historical Russia. ” ISW believes this reflects the Kremlin's strategy of denying Ukraine's sovereignty.

War • February 6, 05:06 AM • 113356 views
New successes of the Ukrainian Armed Forces near Pokrovsk and Russian advance in several directions: ISW maps

New successes of the Ukrainian Armed Forces near Pokrovsk and Russian advance in several directions: ISW maps

Ukrainian defense forces advanced east of Nadiivka near Pokrovsk. At the same time, Russian troops made progress near Kupyansk, Toretsk and Kurakhove, capturing several settlements.

War • February 6, 03:33 AM • 116109 views
Oil depot attacked by Ukrainian drones burns in Krasnodar region

Oil depot attacked by Ukrainian drones burns in Krasnodar region

A fire broke out at the Albashneft oil depot in the Krasnodar Territory of Russia after a drone attack. 55 people and 19 pieces of equipment were involved in the firefighting.

War • February 5, 04:43 AM • 57888 views
Russia has problems with army replenishment - ISW

Russia has problems with army replenishment - ISW

Monthly conscription to the Russian army does not cover the losses of the military at the front. Members of the State Duma justify the refusal to mobilize again, despite staffing problems.

War • February 5, 04:11 AM • 75218 views
Biden administration slows down arms sales to Ukraine in 2024 - Reuters

Biden administration slows down arms sales to Ukraine in 2024 - Reuters

The media revealed internal disagreements within the Biden administration over the supply of weapons to Ukraine. By November, only half of the promised US military aid for 2024 had been delivered.

War • February 3, 03:27 PM • 33883 views
The UN recorded 79 executions of Ukrainian prisoners of war by Russians: over what period

The UN recorded 79 executions of Ukrainian prisoners of war by Russians: over what period

The UN Monitoring Mission reported 79 executions of Ukrainian prisoners of war by Russian forces in 24 separate incidents since the end of August 2024. Most of the executions took place in the areas of Russian offensive operations.

War • February 3, 01:10 PM • 115493 views
Russia has created a drone capable of engaging Ukrainian naval drones - ISW

Russia has created a drone capable of engaging Ukrainian naval drones - ISW

The Russian Black Sea Fleet has used an Orion drone for the first time to destroy a Ukrainian maritime drone. ISW reports that this could change the balance of power in the Black Sea.

War • February 2, 03:38 AM • 68368 views
1430 occupants, dozens of armored vehicles and artillery systems: Ukrainian Armed Forces General Staff names Russian losses

1430 occupants, dozens of armored vehicles and artillery systems: Ukrainian Armed Forces General Staff names Russian losses

Over the past day, Russian occupants lost 1430 troops. Also, 9 tanks, 22 armored combat vehicles and 121 enemy UAVs were destroyed.

War • February 1, 06:29 AM • 34590 views
Russians are trying to encircle Kupyansk: ISW told about the risks and threats to the Armed Forces of Ukraine

Russians are trying to encircle Kupyansk: ISW told about the risks and threats to the Armed Forces of Ukraine

Russian troops are expanding their positions north of Kupyansk to force the Ukrainian Armed Forces from the eastern bank of the Oskol. The occupiers are planning a 6-9 month operation to surround the city and cross the river.

War • February 1, 05:56 AM • 33536 views
Kremlin signals efforts to persuade trump to agree to putin's demands - ISW

Kremlin signals efforts to persuade trump to agree to putin's demands - ISW

The scientific director of the Valdai Club revealed the Kremlin's position on the upcoming negotiations with the United States. Russia does not intend to make territorial concessions in Ukraine and will try to position Putin as an equal to Trump.

War • January 31, 04:59 AM • 32158 views
DPRK soldiers suffered significant losses and are “working on mistakes” - NSDC

DPRK soldiers suffered significant losses and are “working on mistakes” - NSDC

The DPRK military was unable to resist Ukrainian drones and artillery, suffering significant losses. According to British intelligence, the DPRK lost about 4,000 soldiers, a quarter of whom were killed.

War • January 28, 02:14 PM • 63636 views
Plus 1380 more occupants: General Staff updates data on enemy losses

Plus 1380 more occupants: General Staff updates data on enemy losses

The General Staff of the Armed Forces of Ukraine released data on the losses of Russian troops as of January 28. Over the past day, 1380 occupants were eliminated, 5 tanks, 12 armored personnel carriers and other equipment were destroyed.

War • January 28, 05:59 AM • 29287 views
Ukrainian Armed Forces recapture lost positions near Toretsk - ISW maps

Ukrainian Armed Forces recapture lost positions near Toretsk - ISW maps

Ukrainian defense forces recaptured lost positions in the northwest of Toretsk. At the same time, Russian troops advanced in the center of Chasovyi Yar and near Kurakhove, continuing attacks on several fronts.

War • January 28, 03:31 AM • 107884 views