Russian lawmaker proposes relocating Assad family to Mariupol to aid Donbas recovery
In an interview with Russian outlet Gazeta.ru, Dmitry Kuznetsov, a member of Russia's State Duma and the International Affairs Committee, has proposed that Bashar al-Assad, the ousted Syrian president who fled to Russia following rebel capture of Syria's capital Damascus, could be relocated to occupied Mariupol
Kuznetsov argued that the former Syrian leader, along with his family, should settle in Mariupol, where they could "take it under their wing." For his "contribution to the restoration …
Over 83,000 Russian soldiers confirmed dead in Ukraine war, actual numbers much higher
According to data released on Friday, December 13, by the BBC Russian Service, at least 83,338 Russian soldiers have perished in the ongoing conflict in Ukraine. The figure, compiled in collaboration with Mediazona and a network of volunteers, is based on publicly available information.
In the past two weeks alone, 2,365 additional names have been added to the list. Only confirmed deaths of Russian soldiers with public reports are included. Experts estimate this number reflects only 45-65% of …
Ukrainian Ground Forces set for major transformation to boost frontline effectiveness
The Ukrainian Ground Forces are poised for a significant overhaul aimed at shifting the balance on the frontlines in favor of Ukraine. In a detailed announcement, Major General Mykhailo Drapatyi, the commander of the Ground Forces, laid out the upcoming changes.
This transformation, according to him, will primarily focus on recruitment and soldier training procedures.
The overhaul promises to integrate cutting-edge technology and battle management, digitize military processes, and revamp …
Controversial Ukrainian defense procurement plan under scrutiny: Border Guard Service's role in multimillion dollar deal raises concerns
A recent government initiative to grant the State Border Guard Service the authority for defense procurement worth 23 billion hryvnias ($550 million) has sparked public debate.
On November 29, the Cabinet of Ministers, via Resolution No. 1191, approved the Ministry of Defense's proposal to delegate the State Border Guard Administration the power to purchase defense goods valued at 23 billion hryvnias ($550 million) for the needs of the Defense Forces, with the subsequent transfer of goods to …
Netherlands Court orders Russia to pay Ukraine’s Naftogaz $5 billion for Crimea asset seizure
Russia has suffered a legal setback after its appeal against a compensation order in favor of Naftogaz was dismissed by the Supreme Court of the Netherlands. The court has ruled that Russia must pay $5 billion for seizing assets belonging to Naftogaz in Crimea, Naftogaz's press service announced on Friday, December 13.
This decision marks the second time that Dutch courts have upheld the Partial Award issued by the arbitral tribunal at the Permanent Court of Arbitration in The Hague. …