Overnight on January 7, Ukrainian forces struck a fuel depot in Russia’s Belgorod Oblast, causing a large fire, and a logistics warehouse in occupied Donetsk Oblast, according to Ukraine’s General Staff. The fuel depot, which supplied the occupying army, sustained direct hits to its fuel tanks. The strike on the logistics warehouse aimed to disrupt enemy logistics, with the damage being assessed. Additionally, the General Staff provided details on a New Year’s strike on a strategic fuel depot in Yaroslavl Oblast, which resulted in damage to two fuel tanks.
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The Commander-in-Chief of the Ukrainian Armed Forces, Oleksandr Syrskyi, announced that Russia has amassed approximately 710,000 troops for a strategic offensive against Ukraine, marking a significant escalation of the conflict. Despite sustaining heavy losses, Russian forces continue offensive actions, although they have not achieved major operational gains. Ukrainian forces have successfully pushed back Russian troops in several areas, including Kupiansk, reclaiming a significant portion of the city. Syrskyi also highlighted ongoing efforts to defend against persistent Russian attempts to capture Pokrovsk.
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Representative Don Bacon (R-Neb.) criticized Donald Trump’s approach to Russia, calling it “terrible” and condemning his disparaging comments about Europe. Bacon, a vocal critic of Trump, specifically took issue with Trump’s perceived favorable stance towards Russia while denigrating European allies. Bacon has also criticized Trump’s handling of the Ukraine-Russia war and his rhetoric toward European leaders, including his endorsement of a proposed peace plan that would cede Ukrainian territory to Russia. He believes this plan rewards the invader and does not guarantee peace.
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Russia says Ukraine launched a major drone attack, including on Moscow. Well, that’s quite the headline, isn’t it? It seems the conflict has escalated, and the fighting is getting closer to the heart of Russia itself. From what I gather, the Russians are claiming they intercepted a bunch of Ukrainian drones, but even with those claims, there’s still damage and disruption to report. It seems that even if the drones are shot down, the debris can still cause problems and terrorize their cities.
This whole situation brings to mind a lot of things. One reaction is a clear sense of, “well, this is war.”… Continue reading
On the night of December 9-10, Ukraine initiated a large-scale drone attack on Moscow, as reported by Mayor Sergey Sobyanin. Russian air defenses successfully intercepted at least 31 UAVs approaching the city, and emergency services are currently managing debris from the crashes. Preliminary reports indicate no casualties or significant damage resulting from the attack. Temporary flight restrictions were implemented at multiple Moscow airports during the incident.
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That’s what we get paid for: Ukraine’s spy chief confirms ability to eavesdrop on Kremlin’s inner circle. This confirmation isn’t just about technical prowess; it’s a stark reminder of how war fundamentally alters everything. Every casual conversation, every private chat, suddenly transforms into a potential intelligence goldmine. It makes you wonder, doesn’t it, about the countless lives – both seen and unseen – that might be affected by these intercepted calls, by the secrets they hold. The fact that the spy chief would even acknowledge this is intriguing. You’d imagine most Ukrainians would want to do this, regardless of any compensation.… Continue reading
Russian troops caught in a kill zone as Ukraine reclaims Ivanivka in a daring counterattack, that’s the headline, and it paints a picture. It’s about a specific event, a tactical victory for Ukraine, where a significant number of Russian soldiers were either killed or captured. We’re talking about a combined arms assault, leveraging something as simple as dense fog to achieve surprise and create a devastating effect. Fifty-three soldiers killed and nineteen captured is a considerable haul in a single engagement, especially when you consider the scale of this ongoing conflict. It speaks to the effectiveness of the Ukrainian forces in exploiting the environment and the weaknesses of the Russian deployment.… Continue reading
In a recent interview, Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy’s chief of staff, Andriy Yermak, reiterated that Ukraine will not concede territory to Russia for peace. This stance directly contradicts Russian President Vladimir Putin’s statement that Moscow would halt its offensive if Ukrainian forces withdrew from claimed territories. Putin’s declaration also warned that Russia would achieve its aims through military means if Ukraine refused. This disagreement over territorial control remains a primary obstacle to peace, especially as Russian forces continue their slow but steady advance in eastern Ukraine.
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Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky has expressed his approval of the amended peace plan aimed at ending the war with Russia, with the revised version incorporating “correct elements”. The initial 28-point plan, which was perceived as favoring Russia, was revised after objections from Ukraine’s European allies. While details of the new 19-point plan are still developing, sensitive issues, including territorial concessions, will be discussed by leaders. A virtual meeting of Ukraine’s European allies is scheduled to discuss the latest developments, with a focus on achieving a just and lasting peace.
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Reports from Russian Telegram channels indicate Ukraine’s military struck the Shatura Thermal Power Plant in Moscow Oblast overnight on November 23rd. Social media posts purportedly show a large explosion and fire at the plant, though these reports are unverified by The Kyiv Independent. The attack occurred approximately 120 kilometers east of Moscow, following reports of two Ukrainian drones being shot down en route to the capital and temporary airport closures. This incident aligns with Ukraine’s strategy of targeting Russian infrastructure, particularly energy facilities, as the war continues.
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Ukraine Drone Attack on Moscow: Reactions and Calls for Escalation
Russia says Ukraine launched a major drone attack, including on Moscow. Well, that’s quite the headline, isn’t it? It seems the conflict has escalated, and the fighting is getting closer to the heart of Russia itself. From what I gather, the Russians are claiming they intercepted a bunch of Ukrainian drones, but even with those claims, there’s still damage and disruption to report. It seems that even if the drones are shot down, the debris can still cause problems and terrorize their cities.
This whole situation brings to mind a lot of things. One reaction is a clear sense of, “well, this is war.”… Continue reading