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Russian Aggression
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Russian aggression in Europe and in Ukraine in particular.
Frontline report: Russians employ new tactics in offensive on Ivanivske but retreat with heavy losses
Despite initial gains in their new offensive south of Ivanivske, Russian forces were pushed back to their starting point after failing to breach Ukrainian defenses, suffering heavy losses in manpower and equipment.
Frontline report: Wrong turn proves fatal for Russia’s three armored vehicles near Avdiivka
Russia's advance on Avdiivka stalls against Ukrainian defenses, losing momentum as Ukraine destroys an understrength Russian assault unit, including newly-mobilized troops, forcing the commitment of ill-prepared reserves and deployment of "suicide units," resulting in heavy Russian losses.
“Welcome to hell”: UN report exposes Russia’s systematic torture, killings, and crimes against humanity in Ukraine
"No creature alive deserves to be treated like Russians treat Ukrainians in their detention facilities," a Ukrainian POW told the UN commission
Frontline report: Long-range Ukrainian drones target Russian fuel depots and airfields
On 12 March, Ukraine launched massive drone strikes across Russia, striking oil refineries, fuel depots, airfields, and security sites up to 900 km inside Russia to degrade its war capabilities.
UN report: Russian torture of Ukrainian POWs “widespread and systematic”
New UN report uncovers "widespread and systematic" Russian torture of Ukrainian POWs, with accounts of "relentless, brutal treatment inflicting severe pain and suffering" during prolonged detention.
Magura V5 naval drones to get anti-air and dive capabilities
Ukraine's Magura V5 naval drones, successful in sinking Russian ships, aim for upgrades to improve defense against Russian attack helicopters and ship armament during suicide missions, enhancing their capabilities in challenging Russia's Black Sea Fleet dominance.
Frontline report: Ukrainian forces ambush Russian supply convoys, destroy vehicles and tanks near Bakhmut
Ukrainian forces ambush Russian supply lines, destroy vehicles and tanks near Bakhmut. They fortify Chasiv Yar with defensive positions and obstacles, anticipating Russian offensive.
In the blood: fallen Ukrainian sniper is third generation to oppose Russia
Decades after the KGB dragged his defiant father away just days before his planned marriage, dissident descendant Roman Chornomaz dies fighting Russian forces near Bakhmut.
Frontline report: Ukrainians conduct vicious surprise tank raid, wipe out Russian force accumulation near Kupiansk
Ukraine launched a devastating surprise tank raid near Kupiansk, Ukrainian armor catching accumulated Russian forces off guard and wiping them out before their planned offensive in the region could begin.
Frontline report: Ukraine’s maneuver defense tactics stall Russian offensive in Robotyne
HIMARS, reinforcements, minefields, and frontline engagements helped Ukrainians hold the line in Robotyne, where a Russian unorthodox quad bike assault proved catastrophic
“World isn’t built for the blind.” Ukrainian veteran hopes for bio-eyes — and a guide dog
Blinded by a Russian drone strike, soldier Denys Abdulin, 29, dreams of experimental eye treatments. Until then, he's raising $4,000 for a guide dog to navigate the obstacles of post-war life.
Frontline report: How Ukraine outfoxed Russia’s Black Sea defense to sink Sergey Kotov
Exploiting gaps in Russian air defenses and leveraging the stealth and speed of their marine drones, Ukraine's military dealt a significant blow to the Russian Navy, sinking a patrol ship and destroying a helicopter on board.
Frontline report: Ukrainians control Ivanivske in Bakhmut direction despite intensified Russian assault
As Russian troops are attempting to advance in the Bakhmut sector, Ukrainian defenders stand their ground in Ivanivske, bolstered by successful counter-battery fire and sustained control over key supply routes.
Ukraine intel destroys another Russian navy ship “Sergei Kotov” (updated)
Ukrainian intelligence agency says its unit has sunk the Russian Black Sea Fleet's patrol ship Sergei Kotov last night near the Kerch Strait, using five Magura V5 maritime drones.
Frontline report: Russian forces focus on Synkivka as gateway to offensive on Kupiansk
Despite facing formidable Ukrainian defenses, Russian troops are concentrating their efforts on capturing Synkivka, aiming to secure a crucial gateway for their broader assault on Kupiansk.
Frontline report: Four Ukrainian soldiers repel outnumbered Russian attack near Robotyne
Four Ukrainian soldiers halted a sudden Russian nighttime offensive near Robotyne, maintaining their positions despite being outnumbered by three armored fighting vehicles and twenty-four soldiers.
“It’s a holy war”: British medic sees Ukraine’s battle against “pure evil”
Former policeman, British citizen Peter Fouche, now a combat medic in Ukraine's army, calls on the West to give Ukraine weapons now, or find themselves using those weapons soon.
Frontline report: Russia shifts focus to eastern flank in bid to take Kurakhove
Frontline villages like Novomykhailivka and Pobieda key in blunting offensive. Control of supply routes critical - Ukraine manages to reclaim half of Pobieda in counterattack.
Russia’s gamble: how and why it could attack NATO countries. Ex-NATO official explains
Edward Hunter Christie gave his perspective on the Russian threat to NATO, Ukraine and European security.
“With this tattoo, they wouldn’t take me a POW.” Ukrainian top manager takes up arms
A Ukrainian platoon sergeant explains why it is terrible to romanticize war and why he is in the Russian list of Ukrainian so-called "nazis" since 2015.