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world-news1 year ago

Ukraine Uncovers Western Parts in Russian Decoy Drones

Ukraine has discovered Western-made components inside Russian decoy drones used to overwhelm its air defenses. These decoy drones mimic the radar signatures of more dangerous explosive drones, like the Iranian-made Shahed-136, to confuse Ukrainian defenses. Despite international sanctions, Western parts continue to appear in Russian military equipment. Recently, two decoy drones crashed in Moldova, raising concerns about airspace violations and regional security.

via Business Insider|
#air-defense#drones#russia
energy-international-relations1 year ago

"US Sanctions and Ukrainian Strikes Hinder Russian Refinery Repairs, Putin's Oil Industry in Trouble"

U.S. sanctions have hindered Russian efforts to repair refineries, as Lukoil's largest refinery struggles to fix a broken gasoline unit due to the withdrawal of American company UOP, resulting in a 40% cut in gasoline production. Ukrainian drone attacks have also damaged dozens of Russian plants, exacerbating the industry's challenges. Western companies like UOP and ABB have historically supplied technology and software to Russian refineries, but have ceased operations in Russia following the invasion of Ukraine. The situation has led to potential fuel shortages and significant financial losses for Russian oil firms.

via Reuters.com|
#energy-international-relations#lukoil#russian-refineries
international-relations2 years ago

"Analysis Reveals Continued Influx of Western Tech Fuelling Russia's Military Despite Sanctions"

Despite sanctions imposed by a Western coalition in response to Russia's invasion of Ukraine, new analysis shows that Russia is still obtaining significant amounts of Western technology critical to its military operations, with China, Hong Kong, Turkey, and the United Arab Emirates playing key roles in facilitating these imports. While there has been a decrease in Russian imports of critical components and battlefield goods compared to pre-war levels, the data suggests that some export controls are working, but more needs to be done to bolster enforcement and clamp down on remaining loopholes. The report also highlights a significant increase in Russian imports of advanced machine tools critical to its military production, and calls for greater cooperation between enforcement agencies in coalition countries to improve the robustness of the sanctions regime.

via CNBC|
#international-relations#military#russia
world2 years ago

U.S. Bolsters Efforts to Disrupt Russian Supply Lines in Ukraine Conflict

The US has imposed sanctions on over 150 foreign companies and individuals accused of aiding Russia, including by shipping American or other Western technology to Moscow. This move is part of a broader effort by Western countries to cut off the flow of goods that the Kremlin needs to prosecute its war against Ukraine. Despite previous sanctions, Russia has been able to continue importing many products through countries like China, Turkey, Hungary, and the United Arab Emirates.

via The Wall Street Journal|
#foreign-companies#russia#ukraine
international2 years ago

Ukraine's missile strikes and Russian attacks escalate tensions.

Ukraine has been using new, longer-range weapons to hit deep inside Russian-held territory, including the occupied eastern Ukrainian city of Luhansk, which has been out of reach of most Ukrainian weapons. The Russian Defense Ministry has linked the explosions in Luhansk to Storm Shadow cruise missiles, recently supplied to Ukraine by Britain, which have a range of 155 miles, as well as infrared targeting and stealth capability. The attacks on Luhansk appear to signal a new chapter in the air war, as new Western technology flows to Ukraine.

via The Washington Post|
#international#luhansk#missiles
international-relations2 years ago

Ongoing updates on Russia's conflict in Ukraine.

Conflict Armament Research (CAR) has found that the Iranian drones sold to Russia are powered by German technology that was illicitly acquired by Iran almost 20 years ago. Ukraine has delivered protest notes to Poland and the EU over the limiting of Ukrainian grain imports into EU countries. Ukrainian President Volodymr Zelensky has called for F-16 fighter jet training from allies to gain access to the jets and protect Ukraine's coastal areas. Zelensky has also appealed to Chinese President Xi Jinping for help returning Ukrainian children who were deported by Russia.

via CNN|
#f-16-fighter-jets#international-relations#iran
international-relations2 years ago

The Dangerous Rise of Military Drones in Eastern Europe

Research by Conflict Armament Research (CAR) has revealed that the Iranian drones sold to Russia and deployed in Ukraine are powered by an engine based on German technology that was illicitly acquired by Iran almost 20 years ago. The finding highlights Iran's ability to mimic and finesse military technology it has obtained illegitimately. Western officials are concerned that Russia may share Western-made weapons and equipment recovered on the Ukrainian battlefield with Iran. The drone sales have deepened Iran's relations with Russia, which were already strengthening as the two countries were increasingly locked out of international commerce and the financial system.

via CNN|
#drones#international-relations#iran
international-relations2 years ago

Foreign Powers Evade Sanctions Through Western Technology Imports.

Despite Western sanctions, Russia is still finding ways to import Western technology goods, including chips and other electronic components, which are being used to develop weapons, including cruise missiles that have been used to strike Ukraine. While the United States and Europe have made it significantly harder for Russia to obtain technology that can be used on the battlefield, other countries have stepped in to provide Russia with some of what it needs. The trade restrictions are making it harder for Russia to obtain technology, but controlling the flow of semiconductors is extremely difficult.

via The New York Times|
#chips#international-relations#russia