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militarydefense1 year ago•3 min saved

"Russia's Response to Black Sea Fleet Losses: New Naval Chief and Focus on Drones"

After suffering significant losses to Ukraine's naval drones, Russia's Defense Minister Sergei Shoigu has announced new protective measures for the Black Sea Fleet, including daily training for naval crews to prepare for drone attacks and the installation of large-caliber machine gun small arms systems. British intelligence noted that Russia's increased efforts to preserve its fleet in the Black Sea are prompted by Ukraine's continued success. Despite these measures, it remains unclear if they will yield significant results, especially without sufficiently capable weaponry or electronic warfare capabilities.

via Business Insider|

#black-sea-fleet #militarydefense #naval-drones

international-conflict1 year ago•1 min saved

"Ukraine Holds Ground Against Russian Claims of Dnipro River Bridgehead Capture"

Ukraine's Operational and Strategic Command Pivden denied Russian claims that Moscow's forces had captured the crucial bridgehead of Krynky on the Russian-occupied side of the Dnipro River, stating that their positions in the area are still held. Footage on social media showed Russian soldiers raising a flag in the town before retreating, and Ukraine reported repelling the assault with substantial losses on the Russian side. The Dnipro River serves as the front line in the southern region of the conflict, and Krynky is a small village in the Kherson region.

via Kyiv Post|

#dnipro-river #international-conflict #military-conflict

international-relations2 years ago•1 min saved

Putin Strengthens Russia-China Alliance to Counter US-Led NATO in Ukraine War

Russian President Vladimir Putin made a surprise visit to the military headquarters overseeing the conflict in Ukraine, located in Rostov-on-Don. Accompanied by Defense Minister Sergei Shoigu and the commander of military operations in Ukraine, Valery Gerasimov, Putin was briefed on combat operations and shown new military equipment. This is his second visit to the headquarters in the past month.

via The Moscow Times|

#international-relations #military-operations #rostov-on-don

international-relations2 years ago•1 min saved

"Putin's Deadline: Halting Ukraine's Counteroffensive in One Month"

Russian President Vladimir Putin has reportedly given his defense minister, Sergei Shoigu, until early October to halt Ukraine's counteroffensive and launch a serious offensive against a larger Ukrainian city. The demands from Putin may explain why Russia continues to launch costly counterattacks, despite the potential damage to its military. The Institute for the Study of War suggests that the Russian Ministry of Defense has previously pursued unachievable military objectives to avoid losing Putin's favor. Ukrainian forces have made slow progress in their counteroffensive, but have recently managed to push through some Russian defenses.

via Business Insider|

#counteroffensive #international-relations #russia

international-relations2 years ago•1 min saved

"Putin's Directive: Russian Defence Minister to Cease Ukrainian Counteroffensive by October"

Russian President Vladimir Putin has reportedly given his Defence Minister Sergei Shoigu until early October to halt the Ukrainian counteroffensive, according to an insider source. The Russian military command may be ordering continuous counterattacks in an effort to undermine support for and confidence in Ukrainian forces, while framing Russian defensive operations as victories. However, the success of this strategy depends on preventing Ukrainian forces from breaking through and liberating large areas.

via Yahoo News|

#institute-for-the-study-of-war #international-relations #russian-military

conflictpolitics2 years ago•4 min saved

"Unveiling the Key Players Behind Russia's Armed Rebellion"

Yevgeny Prigozhin, the mercenary chief behind the recent armed rebellion in Russia, founded the Wagner Group and launched the rebellion after the Defense Ministry demanded that all private contractors come under its authority, threatening his control over Wagner. The rebellion aimed to oust Defense Minister Sergei Shoigu and Chief of the General Staff Valery Gerasimov. Shoigu, the longest-serving member of Putin's Cabinet, has faced criticism for military setbacks and failing to contain the rebellion. Gerasimov, responsible for boosting the armed forces' capabilities, has not been seen in public since the rebellion. Sergei Surovikin, with ties to Prigozhin, was praised for his tactics in Syria and Ukraine but is believed to be detained.

via The Associated Press|

#conflictpolitics #mercenary-rebellion #russia

conflict2 years ago•7 min saved

Wagner Mercenary Boss Faces Arrest for Inciting Mutiny Against Russia

Yevgeniy Prigozhin, the chief of the Wagner mercenary group, has been accused of "incitement to armed rebellion" against Russia's military leadership. Prigozhin called on Russians to join 25,000 Wagner fighters against Defense Minister Sergei Shoigu and other top commanders. The announcement of the criminal case by the Federal Security Service signaled that Prigozhin could face imminent arrest for comments in which he declared that he would lead a "march of justice" against his enemies in Russia's Ministry of Defense.

via The Washington Post|

#conflict #military #russia

politics2 years ago•3 min saved

Russian Mercenary Boss Blames Military for Attack, Vows Revenge

Yevgeny Prigozhin, the head of the Wagner mercenary group, has blamed Russian Defence Minister Sergei Shoigu for starting the war in Ukraine in February 2022, claiming it was needed for Shoigu to gain a higher military rank. Prigozhin also condemned the oligarchs who rule Russia. It is unclear whether Prigozhin's comments were coordinated with the Kremlin or if he has his own political ambitions. The Russian jigsaw puzzle remains difficult to piece together, but there are indications that Putin may declare "mission accomplished" in Ukraine, despite recent setbacks.

via BBC|

#conflict #kremlin #politics

politics2 years ago•2 min saved

The Power Struggle Between Putin, Prigozhin, and Military Chiefs Over Private Military Companies in Russia.

Yevgeny Prigozhin, the boss of the Wagner Group, is in a war of words with Russian officials after rejecting a demand from President Vladimir Putin to sign military contracts with the Russian Federation by July 1. Prigozhin has accused Defense Minister Sergei Shoigu of intentionally depriving his fighters of ammunition and support. The British Ministry of Defence said tensions between Prigozhin and Russia's military leadership are at an all-time high, and the deadline for the volunteers to sign contracts is likely to be a key way-point in the feud.

via Newsweek|

#politics #russia #sergei-shoigu

military-coup2 years ago•2 min saved

Russian Mercenary Boss Prigozhin Threatens Mutiny Against Military.

Yevgeny Prigozhin, the founder of the Wagner Group, has vowed to stage a mutiny against Russia's Defense Ministry after it signed a decree mandating all volunteer fighters to sign a contract with the ministry by July 1. Prigozhin accused Defense Minister Sergei Shoigu of jealousy and said he would take other defectors under his wing to build the mercenary group's ranks. He claimed the Defense Ministry had repeatedly attempted to "destroy" the group and accused top military brass of jealousy. The move is seen as a bid to centralize military control and limit Prigozhin's influence in the war.

via The Daily Beast|

#mercenary #military-coup #russian-defense-ministry

politics2 years ago•1 min saved

Russian Defense Ministry and Wagner Group in Power Struggle.

Yevgeny Prigozhin, the boss of the Russian private military company Wagner, has rejected an attempt by Russia's Defense Ministry to bring his force in line by requiring "volunteer units" and private military groups to sign a contract with the ministry. Prigozhin said the move did not apply to Wagner and that his group would "absolutely" pursue the interests of the Russian Federation and the Supreme Commander-in-Chief. Wagner has played a prominent role in the Ukraine war, and Prigozhin has previously criticized Russia's traditional military hierarchy.

via CNN|

#defense-ministry #politics #russia

politics2 years ago•0 min saved

Russian General Shares How Ukraine Attack Was Repelled.

The general in charge of Russia's troops in Ukraine has briefed President Vladimir Putin on how his forces repelled a large-scale Ukrainian attack in the southern Zaporizhzhia region. Defence Minister Sergei Shoigu said earlier on Thursday that Russian forces had withstood fierce overnight attempts by Ukrainian troops to break through the frontline in Zaporizhzhia and had inflicted heavy losses on them. Valery Gerasimov, Chief of the General Staff, had briefed Putin on the overnight battle on Thursday morning.

via AOL|

#military #politics #russia

international-relations2 years ago•0 min saved

Russian General Shares How Ukraine Attack Was Repelled.

via Yahoo News|

#international-relations #military #russia

international-relations2 years ago•1 min saved

Russian General Shares How Ukraine Attack Was Repelled.

The general in charge of Russian troops in Ukraine has briefed President Vladimir Putin on how his forces repelled a large-scale Ukrainian attack in the southern Zaporizhzhia region. Defence Minister Sergei Shoigu said earlier on Thursday that Russian forces had withstood fierce overnight attempts by Ukrainian troops to break through the frontline in Zaporizhzhia and had inflicted heavy losses on them.

via Reuters|

#international-relations #military #russia

conflict2 years ago•2 min saved

Ukraine's Counteroffensive Progresses Despite Silence and Costs.

Yevgeny Prigozhin, the chief of Russia's Wagner Group, has claimed that the city of Bakhmut in eastern Ukraine is no longer under Russian control, and that troops under the leadership of Russian Defense Minister Sergei Shoigu and Chief of the General Staff Valery Gerasimov are fleeing. Ukrainian forces have retaken part of the settlement of Berkhivka, north of Bakhmut. Prigozhin's fighters had been involved in the battle for Bakhmut since the summer of 2022. Their recent withdrawal came after Prigozhin accused Shoigu and Gerasimov of intentionally depriving his fighters of ammunition.

via Newsweek|

#conflict #russia #sergei-shoigu