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conflictwar2 years ago•4 min saved

Ukrainian Soldiers Grapple with Deadly Russian Surge and Shell Shortages

Ukrainian soldiers on the frontlines describe a deadly surge by Russia, with increasing casualties and new tactics. Russian drones have targeted Ukrainian trenches, causing injuries and deaths. Convict recruits, believed to be given drugs, are being deployed by Russia. Gas attacks using a caustic and flammable substance have also been recorded, causing panic and followed by conventional shelling or drone attacks. Surviving soldiers describe the effects of the gas, including burns and difficulty breathing. The alleged use of chemical agents marks the brutality of Russia's renewed fight. Ukrainian soldiers face challenges in defending against Russian attacks, including limited resources and funding.

via CNN|

#chemical-weapons #conflictwar #drones

international-conflict2 years ago•1 min saved

"Exclusive Footage: Intense Frontline Battles Unveiled in Ukraine"

New footage shows Ukrainian soldiers fighting from the trenches as Russian soldiers retreat from their positions along the frontlines in Ukraine. The video captures various scenes, including a Ukrainian soldier taking down a Russian aircraft, a Ukrainian drone flying deep into Russian territory, and exclusive footage of Ukraine facing Russia's "Dragon's teeth" defenses. Additionally, there is footage of an airplane burning from a drone strike during an attack on Russia, and female Ukrainian drone operators retrofitting cheap drones to destroy Russian weapons worth millions.

via CNN|

#fighting #frontlines #international-conflict

military2 years ago•1 min saved

"The Deadly Advantage of Ukrainian Female Snipers: Women Never Hesitate to Shoot"

A Ukrainian female sniper, Evgeniya Emerald, known as the "Punisher," believes that women can be particularly deadly on the battlefield because they are less likely to hesitate when taking a shot compared to their male counterparts. She explained that while a man might hesitate, a woman sniper would never hesitate to shoot the enemy. Evgeniya, who served on the frontlines, described the life of a sniper as a "personal hell" due to the close-up view of the horrors of war through her scope. Approximately 60,000 women serve in Ukraine's armed forces, holding various positions.

via Yahoo! Voices|

#combat #female-snipers #frontlines

military2 years ago•1 min saved

"The Deadly Advantage of Female Snipers: No Hesitation, Only Precision"

A Ukrainian female sniper, Evgeniya Emerald, known as "Punisher" by Russian media, believes that women can be particularly deadly on the battlefield because they are less likely to hesitate when taking a shot compared to their male counterparts. She explains that while a man might hesitate, a woman sniper would never hesitate to shoot the enemy. Evgeniya, who served on the frontlines, describes the life of a sniper as a "personal hell" due to the close-up view of the horrors of war through her scope. Approximately 60,000 women serve in Ukraine's armed forces, holding various positions.

via Yahoo News|

#combat #female-snipers #frontlines

conflict2 years ago•1 min saved

Russian Forces Launch Offensive on Ukrainian Frontlines, General Staff Reports

Russian forces have intensified their efforts on multiple fronts in Ukraine, conducting airstrikes and deploying rocket systems in attacks on Ukrainian forces and civilian settlements. The main focus is on the Lyman, Bakhmut, Avdiivka, and Marinka fronts, with combat engagements occurring throughout the day. While the operational situation on some fronts remains unchanged, there is no evidence of new offensive units being formed. Belarusian Armed Forces are operating near the border with Ukraine, and Russian forces trained in Belarus are being transferred to Russia. Ukrainian forces have successfully repelled Russian assaults in various areas, while conducting offensive operations on other fronts.

via Yahoo News|

#armed-forces #conflict #frontlines