Ministry of Defence (United Kingdom)
British intelligence explained the purpose of Putin's decree on "legalizing" Ukrainians in the occupied territories
Putin's decree forces Ukrainians who do not have a Russian passport to leave the occupied territories by September 10, 2025. This is part of the Russification policy to destroy Ukrainian identity.
The Kremlin's goals are "higher" than the lives of Russian soldiers: Russian losses in the war against Ukraine have reached 900,000 - British intelligence
British intelligence reports that since the beginning of the war in Ukraine, Russia has lost about 900,000 soldiers, of which 200-250,000 have died. For the Kremlin, the goals of the war are more important than the lives of soldiers.
The Russian army is increasing pressure in the Kursk region, however, the number of attacks in other areas of the front has decreased - British intelligence
British intelligence reports an increase in Russian pressure in the Kursk region from three directions. At the same time, in other areas of the front, particularly near Pokrovsk, the number of attacks has decreased.
British intelligence assessed the attack by the Russian Federation on Ukraine on March 7
British intelligence reports a large-scale multi-axis strike by the Russian Federation using 35 cruise missiles and over 100 drones. The attacks are aimed at Ukraine's energy sector to demoralize the population.
Occupiers forced 3.5 million Ukrainians to obtain Russian passports under the threat of property confiscation - British intelligence
In the occupied territories of Ukraine, Russia forcibly issued 3. 5 million Russian passports to local residents. Refusal to obtain a Russian passport threatens property confiscation and restrictions on access to basic services.
Russia has already lost 90 thousand military personnel since the beginning of the year - British intelligence
In February 2025, the average daily losses of Russia amounted to 1255 people - the lowest figure in six months. Total losses of Russia since the beginning of 2025 reached 90 thousand military personnel.
British intelligence: Russian Black Sea Fleet has weakened since the beginning of the war, but retains the ability to strike Ukraine
Russia's Black Sea Fleet lost its dominance after Ukraine's attacks destroyed 24 Russian vessels. The fleet has moved to Novorossiysk, but retains the ability to strike Ukraine.
Russia is forcing mobilized soldiers to sign indefinite contracts - British intelligence
British intelligence reports that Russia is forcing conscripts to sign indefinite contracts due to heavy losses. According to intelligence, Russia has lost about 860,000 military personnel killed and wounded since 2022.
Russia is withdrawing ships with ammunition from Syria - British Ministry of Defense
The British Ministry of Defense spotted 6 Russian ships with ammunition leaving Syria through the English Channel.
Russia has increased drone attacks by more than 30%: how Ukraine is responding to the threat
In January 2025, Russia launched about 2,400 strike UAVs in Ukraine. The Ukrainian Armed Forces responded with effective attacks on Russian drone production and operation facilities.
The most famous UFO images in history: a secret that has been hidden for more than 30 years is revealed
In 1990, two men photographed a mysterious diamond-shaped object in the sky over Scotland. 32 years later, a former intelligence officer revealed that it was an experimental American airplane.
russia returns soldiers with wounds, often on crutches, to combat missions - british intelligence
The Russian command is returning wounded soldiers to the front with unhealed wounds and crutches. According to British intelligence, this is done to relieve the overloaded medical system of the Russian Federation.
Defense forces in Vovchansk maintain fire control over Russian logistics routes
Defense forces maintain fire control over Russian logistics routes in Vovchansk. The enemy is limited to infantry assaults and occasionally uses Soviet equipment, but without success.
British intelligence shows the consequences of strikes on the oil depot in Engels
The Kristal oil depot near the Engels-2 air base was hit twice by Ukrainian drones on January 8 and 14, 2025. The attacks destroyed 4 and damaged 10 tanks with fuel and lubricants.
Russian Federation is gradually expanding its bridgehead on the west bank of the Oskil River - British intelligence
Russian troops are expanding their foothold on the western bank of the Oskil River in Kharkiv region. The occupiers are trying to capture Dvorichne and Zakhidne to put pressure on the logistics center of Kupyansk.
British Intelligence: DPRK lost about 4000 troops in Kursk region, a quarter of them killed
In the Kursk region, the DPRK lost 4,000 soldiers, a quarter of whom were killed. Due to the language barrier and coordination problems, North Korean troops have achieved only tactical success.
Rolls-Royce signs multi-billion dollar contract for nuclear reactors for British submarines
The British government has signed an 8-year contract with Rolls-Royce for the production and maintenance of nuclear reactors for submarines.
Former British Defense Minister to be tried for pedophilia
Ivor Caplin, the former British defense secretary, was detained in Brighton on suspicion of having sexual intercourse with a child. The 66-year-old politician was arrested after a “pedophile hunt” operation.
Estonian navy commander says neither rf nor Ukraine dominate the Black Sea
Estonian Navy Commander Ivo Värk said there is no dominance of any side in the Black Sea. Both sides have freedom of action close to the coast with air defense, mines and shore support.
British intelligence reveals daily losses of the Russian army in November
Russia has passed a law to write off debts of up to 10 million rubles for new military personnel starting in December 2024. British intelligence attributes this to Russian losses, which reached 1,523 people a day in November.
Russia has changed the tactics of missile strikes on Ukraine - British intelligence
Russia changed its tactics of missile attacks in the second half of 2024, accumulating stockpiles between strikes. The last large-scale strike on December 12-13 included about 90 missiles and 180 kamikaze drones.
British intelligence has uncovered a new tactic of massive strikes by the Russian Federation against Ukraine
Russia has shifted to stockpiling supplies between attacks instead of frequent small strikes. During the attack on December 12-13, about 90 missiles and 180 UAVs were used.
The Russian Federation's army has reduced the number of drone attacks in December: the British intelligence named the reason
In December, the Russian Federation launched about 850 drones against Ukraine, three times fewer than in November, which was around 2,300. British intelligence attributes this to weather conditions and forecasts further attacks of over 1,500 UAVs per month.
Britain may send military to train Ukrainian Armed Forces: what is known
The British Ministry of Defense is considering sending military instructors to Ukraine. The UK will also provide an additional 225 million pounds of military aid for drones, ammunition, and air defense.
Britain needs to almost double defense spending: the amount is announced
The British Ministry of Defense has calculated the necessary level of military spending at 3. 6% of GDP to modernize the army. This means an increase in the annual budget to 93 billion pounds.
British intelligence has revealed the scale of losses of Russian armored vehicles in Ukraine
Russia has lost more than 3,600 tanks and 8,000 armored vehicles since the start of the full-scale invasion. Due to significant losses, the occupiers are forced to retrieve outdated Soviet equipment from storage.
Suspected spy drones fly over Ramstein air base - Spiegel
Unidentified drones were spotted flying over the Ramstein military base, Rheinmetall and BASF facilities. German security authorities were unable to identify the operators of the drones and their origin.
British Intelligence Discloses Details of Russian Naval Operations in the Black Sea
The pace of Russian naval operations in the Black Sea remains slow due to Ukraine's successful actions. the Russian navy conducts regular exercises in Novorossiysk due to the threat of Ukrainian attacks.
“Things are not good": Latvian Foreign Minister on Russia's war with NATO
Latvian Foreign Minister Baiba Braže said that Russia is now unable to attack NATO because of its significant losses in Ukraine. Russia's daily losses reach 2,000 soldiers, which significantly affects its economy.
Russia's record losses in Ukraine: new British intelligence data on November
In November, the average daily losses of Russian troops in Ukraine reached a new record of 1,523 people per day. In a month, the Russian army lost 45,680 soldiers, making November the most expensive month of the war.