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Russian aggression in Europe and in Ukraine in particular.

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Frontline report

Frontline report: Ukraine prioritizes preserving manpower over holding Avdiivka, withdraws troops

In a strategic move to preserve manpower, Ukraine's military has begun withdrawing forces from the fiercely contested Avdiivka, facing both a massive Russian numerical advantage and shortages of artillery shells.

byReporting from Ukraine

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Frontline report

Frontline report: Ukrainian defenses hold as Avdiivka faces up to 60 Russian airstrikes in one day

Ukrainian soldiers noted that due to the dynamic nature of the fighting, some glide bombs fell on Russian soldiers, but the Russian commanders did not care.

byReporting from Ukraine

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Russo-Ukrainian war 2022-2024

Aerial bombs enable Russian advances on Avdiivka; encirclement looms

Ukraine has transferred one of its best brigades to reinforce the besieged city, but critics warn the situation is getting worse

byAlya Shandra

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Frontline report

Frontline report: Ukraine reinforces Avdiivka direction, countering Russian encirclement attempts

Facing Russian fire control over key logistics route, Ukraine reinforces its positions in Avdiivka likely preparing a comprehensive operation to push Russians back to their initial positions.

byReporting from Ukraine

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Ukrainian writer’s tale aims to “explain” the war to French audience

Artem Chapeye’s writing journey is intertwined with his military service, reflecting his dedication to both storytelling and defending his country’s sovereignty.

byChristine Chraibi

Russian troops are 1 kilometer from the main Ukrainian supply route in Avdiivka

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Frontline report

Frontline report: Russian forces have started fighting through Avdiivka block-by-block

Ukraine's new Commander-in-Chief Oleksandr Syrskyi has been handed to solve a very difficult problem in Avdiivka, where Russians recently penetrated the Ukrainian defense and entered the town from the north.

byReporting from Ukraine

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Dispatch

Russian war’s cruel whims: some Ukrainian towns rebuild, others remain decimated

Thirty kilometers from the Ukrainian capital, the villages that saved it from the Russian invasion are now either ghost town or success story

byAnatolii Shara

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Frontline report

Frontline report: Russians crossed the “death valley” and entered Avdiivka

Russia crosses "death valley" killing field at night to access fortified Avdiivka, Donetsk Oblast, threatening encirclement of now cut-off Ukrainian defenders struggling to hold the critical town.

byReporting from Ukraine

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Ukrainian fury as ZDF airs report normalizing life under Russia

A German TV report presenting Mariupol as lively under occupation, with no visible resistance, has infuriated Ukrainian officials and society.

byOlena Mukhina

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Frontline report

Frontline report: Russia suffers heavy losses in failed assault on Novomikhailovka

As Russian troops failed to breach Ukrainian defenses near Vuhledar, they attempted to bypass the town from the north and attack Novomykhailivka. However, Ukrainian counterattacks pushed the Russian troops back by more than 2 kilometers.

byReporting from Ukraine

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Russo-Ukrainian war 2022-2024

Ukraine’s artillery deficit twice as severe as EU’s 1mn round pledge falls through

Ukrainian soldiers now fire twice as less shells than one year ago, while the EU promises to deliver the promised 1 million of shells only by the end of 2024

byAlya Shandra

Ukraine claims milestone in top UN Court, but Russia left unpunished

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Russian Aggression

Ukraine claims milestone in top UN Court, but Russia left unpunished

After nearly 7 years, the International Court of Justice issued a nuanced ruling on Ukraine's case over Russian violations in occupied Crimea and Donbas - one with symbolic meaning but limited tangible impact for now.

byYevheniia Martyniuk

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Frontline report

Frontline report: Months of strikes set stage for latest missile onslaught on Crimea

By targeting radars and communications, Ukraine has uncovered flaws in Russia's network of Crimean defenses, enabling an escalating missile and drone campaign.

byReporting from Ukraine

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“We must help people make this unnatural choice” – Ukraine fighters on mobilization

Soldiers argue that while war goes against human nature, new mobilization rules would help civilians do their duty for the greater good and avoid a much worse evil - Russian occupation.

byBohdan Ben

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Russian Aggression

Politico: Ukraine to receive first GLSDB rocket-propelled bombs with 150 km range on Jan. 31

Ukraine will receive the first ground-launched small-diameter bombs with 150 km range on 31 January, per Politico sources. The US announced GLSDB supplies early last year, but the new weapon's testing lasted months.

byYuri Zoria

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Russian Aggression

Defense expert: Ukraine aid ramps up fast despite western bureaucracy, isn’t “drip-feeding”

"A year ago, the debate was still going on about tanks. Fighter jets were not even in the making," stresses Andras Racz

byOrysia Hrudka

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Russian Aggression

What long-range weapons Ukraine can get in the wake of Ramstein-18 meeting

Ukraine's Defense Ministry says the latest Ramstein Format meeting paid special attention to deep-strike weapon supplies to Ukraine, experts predict missile-bomb hybrids for HIMARS or US cruise/ballistic missiles among the most probable acquisitions.

byYuri Zoria

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Inside Ukraine’s secret FPV drone labs racing to stay ahead of Russia

DIY warriors operating from garages with soldering irons are outmaneuvering Russia's state giants in the technology arms race -- so far.

byAlya Shandra

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Russian Aggression

US Defense Secretary urges Ramstein Group to “dig deep” on Ukraine support

Austin urged partners to send additional interceptors to counter Russia's air attacks while NATO head pledged long-term backing; Spain, Canada, Germany unveiled new military aid offerings.

byYuri Zoria

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Russian Aggression

NATO inks $ 1.2 bn deal for 220,000 shells to resupply allies, Ukraine, but delivery could take years

NATO agreed $1.2 billion 155mm ammo buy to backfill depleted ally stockpiles and assist outgunned Ukraine, however the 220,000 shells, subject to delivery lags, may not bolster Kyiv's defense until 2027.

byYuri Zoria