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Russian aggression in Europe and in Ukraine in particular.

Chasiv yar direction June 2024

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Frontline report: Russian forces suffer disastrous defeat in Chasiv Yar canal crossing offensive

In a tactical failure, Russian forces attempting to cross the canal in Chasiv Yar and advance on the Novi District were swiftly encircled and eliminated by Ukrainian ambushes, losing two BMD infantry fighting vehicles, a Tiger armored car, and a T-90M tank.

byReporting from Ukraine

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Drone dogfights: Ukraine’s novel strategy to counter Russian reconnaissance UAVs

With Russian reconnaissance drones enabling devastating missile strikes deep in Ukrainian territory, Ukraine's military is turning to a novel solution: deploying agile, low-cost "kamikaze" drones to take out their high-priced Russian counterparts in midair dogfights.

Ukraine's map, battles near Vovchansk, Kharkiv Oblast

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Frontline report: Russian offensive in Kharkiv stalls with Vovchansk as bridges over river destroyed

Geolocated footage shows Russian military equipment digging trenches near Vovchansk, suggesting a change to a defensive posture after Ukrainian resistance halted Russian offensive in Kharkiv Oblast aimed at establishing a 20km buffer zone inside Ukraine's border.

byReporting from Ukraine

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Frontline report: Ukraine launches counteroffensive in Vovchansk against Russians

Ukraine launches counteroffensive in Vovchansk, restoring bridges, concentrating troops. Russia attempts defense, destroying bridges but Ukraine adapts, making progress.

byReporting from Ukraine

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Frontline report: Russia’s assault in Vovchansk meets fierce Ukrainian resistance

On 28 May, Russian forces resorted to indiscriminate shelling and air strikes on the town of Vovchansk, destroying civilian targets like supermarkets and residential buildings in preparation for a large assault.

byReporting from Ukraine

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A realistic victory strategy for Ukraine

In a war where offensive operations are equally difficult on both sides, not losing is already winning in the next year and a half

byMykola Bielieskov

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Frontline report: Russian encirclement operation of Vovchansk fails despite strategic bridge strikes

With an estimated 8,000 troops deployed in the Kharkiv direction, and likely no more than 5,000 in the Vovchansk area, Russian forces have been unable to sustain the prolonged offensive needed to capture the city.

byReporting from Ukraine

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Frontline report: Ukraine unleashes intense drone strikes, decimating Russian breakthrough near Ocheretyne

In a devastating blow to Russian forces near Okheretyne, Ukrainian drone operators unleashed an intense barrage of FPV kamikaze drones, destroying over 50 Russian personnel in a 100-meter tree line and collapsing buildings used as shelters.

byReporting from Ukraine

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Frontline report: Ukrainians exploit new artillery supply to thwart Russian push

Ukrainian soldiers reported intense fighting but a failed Russian assault, as drone operators released geolocated footage showing them attacking Russian infantry in forests and tree lines with drone-dropped grenades.

byReporting from Ukraine

Donetsk Oblast May 2024

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Frontline report: Ukrainian forces thwart Russian assaults in Chasiv Yar

The elite Kraken Special Operations unit, deployed in the Canal District of Chasiv Yar, successfully repelled dozens of Russian attempts to capture the town, forcing the Russian invading forces to change their tactics.

byReporting from Ukraine

The EW backpack revolution: How Ukrainian portable tech jams Russian drones

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The EW backpack revolution: How Ukrainian portable tech jams Russian drones

As Russian drones evolve, Ukrainian forces are embracing cutting-edge, portable electronic warfare systems to stay ahead. One standout innovation is a soldier-worn backpack that detects and jams drones from hundreds of meters away.

byEkonomichna PravdaandbyYevheniia Martyniuk

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Frontline report: Ukraine seizes initiative after wildfires ravage Russian positions in Luhansk Oblast

The arrival of over 50 British self-propelled guns, AS-90, has significantly bolstered Ukrainian artillery capabilities, potentially shifting the balance of power in the Serebryansky forest area.

byReporting from Ukraine

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Russian Aggression

Pentagon: Ukraine can use US weapons only on the battlefield in its territory

The US insists that Ukraine must not use American-supplied weapons to strike inside Russia, focusing instead on reclaiming its sovereign territory, a Pentagon official says.

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Frontline report: Russia launches major offensive in Kharkiv with 50,000 troops, 400 tanks deployed, aiming to create 20km buffer zone

The other alleged Russian goal of seizing the city of Kharkiv is unlikely with the current 32,000 troops, as Russian sources state that at least 300,000 troops would be needed for a takeover of the second-largest city in Ukraine, covering 140 square kilometers with a population of 1.4 million.

byReporting from Ukraine

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Frontline report: Ukraine halts Russian advance, launches counterattack with US military aid

Newly arrived American military hardware, including Bradley infantry fighting vehicles, played a key role as Ukrainian forces halted a Russian offensive near Avdiivka and launched a counterattack.

byReporting from Ukraine

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Frontline report: Ukrainian forces unleash flying machine guns against Russian assaults west of Avdiivka

Ukrainians experiment with new drone warfare tactics, mounting heavy drones with machine guns to counter Russian infantry assaults amidst heavy fighting west of occupied Avdiivka.

byReporting from Ukraine

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Frontline report: Ukrainians withdrew from Novomykhailivka after destroying 314 pieces of Russian armor

After months of intense fighting, Ukrainian forces withdrew from Novomykhailivka days ago, having destroyed 314 Russian tanks/AFVs, inflicting devastating losses on Russian troops.

byReporting from Ukraine

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Ukraine now has drones rescuing fallen drones from hazardous battlefields

In a remarkable display of ingenuity, a Ukrainian unit is now using drones equipped with ropes and grappling hooks to retrieve fallen drones from minefields and enemy-controlled areas, reducing the risk to soldiers' lives.

byDavid Kirichenko

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Frontline report: New French AASM bombs deployed by Ukraine against Russian targets in occupied Kherson Oblast

Ukrainian forces are intensifying attacks on Russian positions in the Kherson region by employing guided bombs, including new French AASM munitions, against command posts, ammunition depots, and drone operators.

byReporting from Ukraine

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Frontline report: Ukrainian counterattack disrupts Russian offensive near Bakhmut

Ukrainian forces conducted a series of attacks south of Ivanivske, successfully disrupting Russian efforts to push forward their offensive near Bakhmut.

byReporting from Ukraine