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russia increases production of Shaheds for winter campaign against Ukraine - ISW

The Alabuga plant produced 5,760 Shahed drones in 9 months of 2024, twice as many as in 2023. russia plans to produce 10,000 decoy drones by the end of the year to overcome Ukrainian air defense.

War • December 28, 04:54 AM • 68583 views

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Mobilization measures and saturation with anti-personnel weapons: military expert names challenges for Ukraine in 2025

The head of the Ukrainian Security Center called mobilization and involvement of civilians in the army the main challenges of 2025. To counter Russian attacks, Ukraine needs a large-scale supply of anti-personnel weapons.

War • December 24, 02:16 PM • 157705 views

putin may have abandoned the capture of Pokrovsk and set the army another task: ISW analysis

ISW reports on a change in russian tactics in Donbas, where Putin has ordered to focus on capturing territory instead of cities. Russian troops are 10 km from the border of Donetsk and Dnipropetrovsk regions.

War • December 24, 05:59 AM • 36643 views

Russian Armed Forces Commanders Authorize Execution of Prisoners: Institute for the Study of War Reacts to Another War Crime of the Occupiers

Russian troops executed five Ukrainian prisoners of war in the area of Blahodatne. ISW claims that Russian commanders encourage or authorize such war crimes.

War • December 23, 08:08 AM • 15723 views

Seven Chinese citizens tried to illegally enter Guam during US missile test - Reuters

Seven Chinese nationals were arrested in Guam for trespassing near military installations during a US missile defense test. The detainees arrived on one boat from Saipan, four of whom were near a military base.

News of the World • December 21, 11:08 PM • 22713 views

Ukraine conducts first attack exclusively using robotic systems - ISW

The Ukrainian military successfully attacked Russian positions near Liptsi using unmanned ground vehicles and FPV drones. Ukraine is also developing new types of EW-resistant drones.

War • December 21, 07:58 AM • 28698 views

Satellites detect massive movement of Russian equipment from bases in Syria

Satellite images show increased activity at the Russian bases of Khmeimim and Tartus in Syria. A massive movement of military equipment and transport aircraft has been recorded, which may indicate a reduction in the Russian contingent.

News of the World • December 19, 08:01 AM • 13935 views

The US State Department assessed the threat of sending new DPRK units to Russia

The U. S. State Department did not record the deployment of new North Korean troops to Russia after the losses in Kursk. Russia is trying to hide the presence of the DPRK military in Ukraine by burning the faces of the dead.

War • December 18, 07:03 AM • 17252 views

ISW explains why Russians hide the DPRK military's participation in the war against Ukraine

Russia is trying to conceal the presence of North Korean troops in the battles in the Kursk region. The Kremlin is hiding this fact in order not to recognize the lack of personnel in its own army.

War • December 18, 04:26 AM • 105422 views

Russians and DPRK troops cannot cooperate effectively due to language barrier - ISW

Due to communication problems between Russian and North Korean troops, there are cases of friendly fire. In the Kursk region, 200 people were killed as a result of ineffective coordination and attacks by Ukrainian drones.

News of the World • December 16, 02:12 AM • 18428 views

Why Russia is attacking Ukraine's energy sector: ISW's findings

Russia is trying to freeze Ukraine in the winter and force the West to limit arms supplies. During the latest attack, Russia fired 94 missiles and 193 drones at Ukrainian infrastructure.

War • December 14, 06:12 AM • 101751 views

Situation in Pokrovsk: Ukrainian Armed Forces deny rumors of subversive groups and fighting on the outskirts of the city

The spokesperson for the Khortytsia military unit denied the information about the presence of Russian subversive reconnaissance groups in Pokrovsk and fighting on the outskirts of the city. Fierce fighting continues in the Pokrovsk sector, where the enemy is losing up to 400 troops daily.

War • December 13, 11:59 AM • 18013 views

Russians are close to Pokrovsk and are constantly shelling the city - military

Russian troops are near Pokrovsk and are constantly shelling the city. The enemy uses small group tactics to probe the defense, but suffers significant losses.

War • December 13, 08:30 AM • 16048 views

Occupants are very close to Pokrovsk - Koval

Russian troops have come within 6-10 kilometers of Pokrovsk in Donetsk region. Heavy fighting continues for the city, as it is an important logistical hub for the enemy.

War • December 12, 12:32 PM • 16148 views

Russia's economy is unstable and will limit its ability to fight against Ukraine - ISW

ISW reports a critical reduction in Russia's financial reserves due to the war against Ukraine. Expenditures have exceeded $200 billion, and corruption in the country has increased by 30%.

War • December 10, 06:20 AM • 45035 views

Why does Lukashenka need a Russian "Nutcracker" in Belarus? The ISW provided an explanation

Putin and Lukashenko have signed a new Union Treaty on security guarantees that allows the deployment of oreshnik ballistic missiles in Belarus. The treaty also provides for the use of tactical nuclear weapons in the event of aggression.

War • December 7, 11:10 AM • 57055 views

Putin increases the defense budget of the Russian Federation: ISW analyzed the consequences for the front

ISW: an increase in Russian military spending to 41% of the budget in 2025 does not guarantee an increase in military capabilities. A significant part of the funds will be spent on social payments, which may weaken the country's economy.

War • December 2, 06:36 AM • 20575 views

The number of deserters in the Armed Forces of Ukraine in 10 months exceeded the figures of two years-FT

In the first 10 months of 2024, 60,000 desertion cases were opened, which is twice as many as in the previous two years. The main reasons are the lack of rotation and exhaustion of military personnel on the front line.

Society • December 1, 11:46 AM • 59807 views

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.

War • November 18, 12:33 PM • 18815 views

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.

War • November 14, 08:46 AM • 21335 views

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.

News of the World • November 10, 04:51 AM • 34272 views

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.

War • November 9, 08:32 AM • 47205 views

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.

News of the World • November 5, 03:59 AM • 74855 views

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.

War • October 30, 04:03 AM • 42157 views

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.

News of the World • October 29, 08:02 AM • 14083 views

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.

War • October 27, 11:07 AM • 78219 views

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.

War • October 26, 07:02 AM • 32312 views

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.

War • October 23, 03:41 AM • 69370 views

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.

War • October 22, 06:31 AM • 13751 views

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.

War • October 16, 07:26 AM • 14238 views

Ukrainian Cup: Shakhtar defeated Dynamo in a penalty shootout

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