Category: 6. Opinion
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Ukrainian special forces liberate Kruhliakivka, paving way for enhanced defense of Kupiansk
Ukraine’s special forces (HUR) liberated the village of Kruhliakivka in Kharkiv Oblast from Russian invaders, according to the Main Intelligence Directorate of the Ministry of Defense. The operation to regain control over the critical defensive area near the city of Kupiansk took place from 7… Continue Reading
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Former Commander-in-Chief of Ukrainian Armed Forces Valerii Zaluzhnyi: 13 facts about war in Ukraine
Speech by former Commander-in-Chief of the Armed Forces of Ukraine Valerii Zaluzhnyi delivered a speech at the Royal Institute of International Affairs (Chatham House): Good morning. I’m glad to welcome you all, and thank you for inviting me to this wonderful place. This is my first time… Continue Reading
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China condemns US sanctions on drone makers, claims it’s not arming Russia
China has strongly criticized the United States for imposing new sanctions on drone manufacturers accused of collaborating with Russia, while firmly denying any transfer of lethal weapons to Moscow. The US’ October 17 sanctions mark the first time the US has targeted Chinese entities directly… Continue Reading
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Estonian PM: EU must help Ukraine to survive upcoming winter as Russian prepares attacks on power systems
Europe must aid Ukraine with energy exports, goods, and financial support to help it get through the winter amid Russian strikes on power infrastructure, said Estonian Prime Minister Krištein Mihal at the European Council in Brussels, according to UkrInform. Earlier, the International Energy… Continue Reading
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Frontline report: Looming onset of winter forces Ukraine and Russia towards a violent showdown in Kursk Oblast
Today there are a lot of updates from the Kursk direction. In a pivotal shift, Ukrainian forces halted a major Russian attempt to encircle their troops in the Kursk region, however, faced the dilemma of launching a high-risk pincer attack on Novoivanovka. As the battle intensifies, both sides… Continue Reading
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Biden, Scholz discuss increased Ukraine aid
US President Joe Biden met with German Chancellor Olaf Scholz in Berlin on 18 October, pledging continued support for Ukraine amid concerns over Trump’s possible return in the US election less than three weeks away, Politico reports. The meeting comes at a critical time for Ukraine, with… Continue Reading
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Ukrainian companies MHP and Avangardco top Europe’s 2024 poultry and egg production rankings
On 18 October 2024, Ukrainian agribusiness giants MHP and Avangardco were named the largest poultry and egg producers in Europe by WATTPoultry International, as reported by Liga. Ukraine’s agribusiness sector faces severe disruption from Russia’s ongoing invasion, affecting farming,… Continue Reading
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Russia launches 135 explosive drones, Ukraine downs 80 UAVs, 44 more crash
Overnight on 18 October 2024, Russia launched one of its largest drone attacks on Ukraine, deploying 135 Shahed-type explosive drones and unidentified UAVs from Russia’s Kursk, Orel, and Primorsko-Akhtarsk, as reported by Ukraine’s Air Force. Russia continues its deliberate daily air… Continue Reading
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Russian drivers killed in Kursk Oblast by ”mystery concrete pyramids”
According to reports on Russian social media channels, “someone” has been placing dragon’s teeth (concrete anti-tank obstacles) on roads in the Kursk Oblast at night. This development underscores the complex and evolving nature of the conflict, where unconventional tactics and possible… Continue Reading
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Ukrainian Shark drone guides HIMARS strike on Russian troops training ground in Zaporizhzhia Oblast
Ukrainian forces have once again successfully targeted Russian troops during a training session in southern Ukraine’s Zaporizhzhia Oblast, demonstrating their growing deep-strike capabilities and the integration of advanced drone technology in modern warfare. Forbes analyzed the attack. The… Continue Reading