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world14 days ago•31 min saved

Russia's Limited Gains Amidst Heavy Casualties in Ukraine

In 2025, Russian forces increased their territorial gains in Ukraine through a new operational template supported by technological innovations like fiber optic UAVs and drone strikes, despite high casualties and mixed success in achieving strategic goals. Ukraine has responded with its own drone campaigns, and Russia continues to target Ukrainian infrastructure with extensive missile and drone strikes. The conflict remains dynamic with ongoing battles and technological adaptations on both sides.

via Institute for the Study of War|

#2025-military-advances #drone-technology #russia-ukraine-war

international-conflict1 year ago•6 min saved

"Russian Forces Make Significant Advances in Eastern Ukraine Amid Heavy Air Strikes"

Kremlin forces have made significant ground gains near Avdiivka, Ukraine, using heavy air strikes and long-range glide bombs, despite Ukrainian defenses holding strong. The Russian military has intensified attacks in the Avdiivka sector, with reports of ground assaults following heavy air and artillery strikes. Ukrainian forces lack sufficient air defense systems due to a halt in American military aid, allowing Russian bombers to launch glide bombs with impunity. Ukrainian President Zelensky stated that the only way to counter the Russian glide bombs is to increase the range of their air defenses. The situation remains tense, with reports of Russian air strikes in multiple sectors and weakening Ukrainian air defenses.

via Kyiv Post|

#air-strikes #avdiivka-sector #glide-bombs

international-conflict2 years ago•1 min saved

"Assessing Russia's Offensive Campaign in Ukraine: December 2023 Update"

Ukrainian President Zelensky and Commander-in-Chief Zaluzhnyi plan to strengthen Ukrainian defenses, excluding Zaporizhia Oblast. Russian Defense Minister Shoigu falsely portrays the offensive as "active defense." Ukrainian intelligence targets Russian logistics, while Putin reshuffles the Russian Presidential Council for Civil Society and Human Rights. Chechen Republic Head Kadyrov claims more Palestinian refugees arrived in Chechnya. Russian milbloggers criticize drone allocation and soldiers' use of personal electronics. Russian forces advance in multiple areas, and Medvedev boasts of recruiting over 452,000 personnel. Russian occupation officials set conditions for deporting Ukrainians to Russia.

via Kyiv Post|

#international-conflict #military-operations #offensive-campaign

military-technology2 years ago•1 min saved

Russia's New Lancet Drone Successfully Evades Anti-Drone Nets, Hits US Bradley

Russia's advanced Lancet drones have found a way to evade Ukrainian defenses by using explosively formed penetrators (EFPs) that detonate in the air before reaching the target. The new drones are equipped with lidar technology, allowing them to detonate the warheads at the optimal distance. EFPs can bypass anti-drone nets and pose a significant threat to Ukrainian armored vehicles. While the best-protected vehicles should still be able to fend off the attacks, shooting down the drones or using electronic warfare to suppress them are the recommended countermeasures. Russia's Lancet drones have been advancing in range and capabilities, becoming a significant challenge on the battlefield in Ukraine.

via Business Insider|

#anti-drone-nets #explosively-formed-penetrators #lancet-drones

international-relations2 years ago•1 min saved

Russia's Missile Attack on UK Cargo Ship in Black Sea Confirmed

The UK has accused Russia of targeting a civilian cargo ship in the Black Sea port on August 24 in a missile attack that was successfully thwarted by Ukrainian defenses. This is the first official comment on a ship being targeted since Ukraine's efforts to allow stranded vessels to sail into open waters. Four cargo ships have sailed from Odesa since August 18. The missiles, including two "Kalibr" missiles fired from a Black Sea Fleet missile carrier, were shot down. Russia's defense ministry has not responded to the accusation.

via Reuters|

#black-sea #international-relations #missile-attack