Russia is making a lot of glide bombs. A high-ranking Ukrainian intelligence officer said they plan to make up to 120, 000 this year. This includes 500 new types that can go really far, up to 200 kilometers. That's a big deal because these bombs are cheap and can cause a lot of damage. These glide bombs are different from regular bombs. They have wings and sometimes...
Ukraine's recent drone strike on Russian airfields is a game-changer in the ongoing conflict. This daring operation, which took place over 18 months, shows Ukraine's ability to outsmart and outmaneuver a much larger enemy. The strike, codenamed "Spiderweb, " targeted four Russian airfields, severely damaging or destroying a significant portion of Russia's strategic b...
Ukraine's position on Crimea is crystal clear. The country's leadership has repeatedly stated that it will not accept any peace deal that involves recognizing Russia's control over the peninsula. This stance is not just about politics. It is about the people of Ukraine and their desire to keep their country whole. The idea of accepting Russian rule over Crimea is...
The world watched as Prince Harry visited Ukraine, shining a spotlight on the country's struggle while U. S. envoy Steve Witkoff prepared to meet Russian President Vladimir Putin. This visit came just as Ukraine's NATO allies promised an extra $23 billion in aid, pushing Europe's total support to a whopping $114 billion. This financial boost is crucial, given the imm...
In the heart of Kyiv, the oldest McDonald's in Ukraine was hit by a Russian missile. The fast-food giant says they'll rebuild. This isn't just about a restaurant. It's about how war affects everyday life. Russia has been targeting cities and infrastructure for years. Now, with a new U. S. president, there's uncertainty about future support for Ukraine. The McDonald's...
Ukraine is getting advanced fighter jets like the F-16 and Mirage 2000-5, but will this really lead to more planes being shot down? The truth might surprise you. These new jets could make Russian anti-aircraft fire more dangerous. That’s because when jets fly, they attract enemy fire. While it’s possible that Ukrainian jets will shoot down Russian ones, it might not ...
Russian forces have been making small gains along a vast front line in the ongoing war with Ukraine. According to the latest reports from the Institute for the Study of War (ISW), Russian troops have moved south and southeast of Pokrovsk, a crucial logistics hub in the Donetsk region. Videos and geolocated footage show these advances near the town of Selydove, which ...
The Achilles drone battalion, part of Kyiv's 92nd Assault Brigade, uses around 3, 000 first-person view drones each month. However, they're not choosing high-tech Western drones. Why? Because they don't work well in Ukraine's war conditions. Rustam Nurgudin, the battalion's executive officer, said this at a recent defense industry briefing in London. He pointed out t...
In Ukraine, people are losing their lives and land to Russia's aggressive actions. The current Western support, led by President Biden and Vice President Harris, seems lukewarm. Their focus on not "humiliating" Russia hasn't stopped the Russian advance. Severodonetsk, Bakhmut, Vuhledar, and now Pokrovsk have fallen, with Kharkiv and Kyiv likely next. Enter Donal...
In a significant development, Russia has regained control of about half of the territory it lost to Ukraine in the Kursk region. This region is crucial for Volodymyr Zelensky's plan to defeat Vladimir Putin. According to a senior Russian commander from Chechnya, around 50, 000 troops are pushing back Ukrainian forces, who either had to retreat or face being trapped. ...