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Ukrainian Drones Set Fire to Russian Oil Depot After Russian Missile Launch
According to recent reports, Ukrainian unmanned aerial vehicles launched an attack on a strategic oil depot located within the Russian Federation after a missile strike was carried out by Russia. This...
Belarus helps guide Russian drone attacks on Ukraine
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy stated that equipment stationed near the Ukrainian border in Belarus assists Russian forces in guiding Shahed-type drones towards targets within western Ukraine...
Russian Soldiers on Horseback Attempted Cavalry Assault on Ukrainian Positions (VIDEO)
Russian forces, facing shortages of vehicles and equipment, were recorded trying unconventional tactics such as employing horses for an assault on Ukrainian defensive positions heavily protected by un...
Iliyan Vasiliev: For Putin, War Is a Way to Preserve His Own Existence
The article discusses Iliyan Vasiliev's analysis that Russian President Vladimir Putin views war as an essential tool for maintaining his political power and personal survival. The author suggests tha...
Russian Drone Strikes Cause Major Blackouts in Two Regions of Ukraine
Russian drones have caused significant power outages in two regions within Ukraine, leading to disruptions in essential services and civilian life....
A 34-Year-Old Tech Minister Now Runs Ukraine’s War – Here’s Why
Mykhailo Fedorov, a 34-year-old former tech minister, has been appointed as Defense Minister in Ukraine. His appointment underscores a strategic shift towards leveraging technology for warfare and enh...
Russian Shahed-136 Kamikaze Drones Now Carrying MANPADS Missiles
Russia has updated its Shahed-136 kamikaze drones to carry shoulder-fired heat-seeking missiles (MANPADS), enhancing the drone's combat capabilities....
Saudi Warplanes Strike UAE-Backed Separatists In Southern Yemen
The Royal Saudi Arabian Air Force conducted airstrikes against separatist forces backed by the United Arab Emirates in southern Yemen's Hadramout region, escalating tensions within the anti-Houthi coa...
Russia shoots down 4,300 Ukrainian drones in December, sets new record, Moscow says
According to Russian officials, over 4,300 Ukrainian drones were shot down by Russia in the month of December alone, setting a supposed 'new record'. This claim marks an escalation in aerial warfare t...
NPR Kyiv Correspondent Reflects on a Year of Warfare as Many Ukrainians Celebrate Christmas
An NPR correspondent stationed in Kyiv reflects on the past year's intense warfare and its impact on Ukrainian civilians while acknowledging the festive mood among some Ukrainians celebrating Christma...
NPR Kyiv Correspondent Reflects on a Year of Warfare as Many Ukrainians Celebrate Christmas
An NPR correspondent in Kyiv recounts the impact and significance of the ongoing year-long conflict in Ukraine while noting the contrast with locals observing Christmas traditions. The article highlig...
NPR Kyiv Correspondent Reflects on a Year of Warfare as Many Ukrainians Celebrate Christmas
An NPR correspondent in Kyiv offers reflections on the yearlong conflict engulfing Ukraine, set against the backdrop of Christmas celebrations where many Ukrainians find solace and hope despite the on...
Ukrainian Drones Attack Moscow; Russia Says, As Zelenskyy Says Kyiv Ready For Deal
Russia claims Ukrainian drones have attacked the capital city of Moscow. This comes as Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy signals that his government is willing to negotiate terms for peace or a ...
Sviat Vechir: Ukraine’s ancient Christmas Eve and its twelve sacred dishes
Ukraine's traditional Sviat Vechir, dating back further than Christianity itself, survived the Soviet era. This year, Ukrainian soldiers even in combat zones will celebrate this spiritual tradition wi...
US Navy to develop new class of smaller, more ‘agile’ combatant ships
The US Navy plans to build a new class of smaller combatant ships that are more agile and planned to complement larger warships starting in 2028. This development was announced by Navy Secretary John ...
Ukraine shoots down 94 of 121 Russian drones as Iskander missile hits targets; Dnipro loses power, Odessa port struck
On the night of January 10, Russia launched one Iskander-M ballistic missile and a swarm of 121 drones on Ukraine. The Ukrainian military reported shooting down 94 out of the 121 drones and defensing ...
Army Quote of the Day By General Omar Bradley: ‘Amateurs study tactics; professionals study logistics’
General Omar Bradley's quote highlights that professional soldiers understand the critical importance of logistics over just tactical maneuvers during warfare. Victory depends on a steady supply chain...
Quote of the Day by President Herbert Hoover: ‘Older men declare war. But it is youth that must fight and die…’:
In 1944, President Herbert Hoover issued a quote highlighting the disparity in modern warfare where political leaders declare war while the youth pay the ultimate price as soldiers. He warned that dec...
NPR Kyiv Correspondent Reflects on a Year of Warfare as Many Ukrainians Celebrate Christmas
An NPR correspondent based in Kyiv discusses the impact and significance of one year of conflict in Ukraine against the backdrop of Christmas celebrations. The article highlights not only the challeng...
Operation Sin­door High­lighted India’s Air Power Edge: Defence Minister
India's Defence Minister Rajnath Singh emphasized the importance of Operation Sindoor during a speech at the Air Force Commanders' Conclave in New Delhi, underscoring the Indian Air Force's (IAF) grow...
Nobel Prize for War - It's the Oil, Stupid
The article suggests that conflicts involving nations receiving Nobel Peace Prizes are often influenced significantly by oil interests. It implies a critique on the nature of modern warfare and diplom...
rf, war, Ukraine
The title refers to Russia (RF), indicating warfare involving Ukraine....
NPR Kyiv Correspondent Reflects on Ukraine's Year of Warfare During Christmas Celebrations
An NPR correspondent in Kyiv reflects on a year marked by continued warfare and challenges faced by Ukrainians as they celebrate the holiday season....
NPR Kyiv Correspondent Reflects on a Year of Warfare as Many Ukrainians Celebrate Christmas
An NPR correspondent based in Kyiv reflects on one year since the beginning of Russia's invasion of Ukraine. The reflection is set against the backdrop of many Ukrainians celebrating Christmas while e...
NPR Kyiv Correspondent Reflects on a Year of Warfare During Ukrainian Christmas Celebrations
An NPR correspondent based in Kyiv discusses his reflections on the ongoing conflict in Ukraine as many Ukrainians celebrate Christmas amidst continuing warfare....
Army Quote of the Day by Sun Tzu: ‘One mark of a great soldier is that he fight on his own terms or…’
The article highlights Sun Tzu's insights from The Art of War, emphasizing strategic thinking over brute force in achieving victory. It suggests that skillful warriors win through superior knowledge, ...