Ukrainian Intelligence releases list of Western-made components used in North Korean missiles supplied to Russia
Among the components found in North Korea's KN-23/KN-24 ballistic missiles—transferred to Russia for the war against Ukraine—were part manufactured overseas in 2023.
According to the Ukrainian intelligence service's press release, Russia received over 100 KN-23/KN-24 missiles from North Korea. These weapons were reportedly first used in the war against Ukraine in late 2023.
In addition to the missiles, Pyongyang sent Russian military specialists to handle the launch systems and reportedly …
Ukrainian Armed Forces to implement new recruitment units for streamlined volunteer enlistment
The General Staff noted that this innovation will enable commanders to enhance the organization and management of volunteer recruitment events.
The Commander-in-Chief of the Armed Forces of Ukraine, Oleksandr Syrskyi, has ordered every brigade commander to create an official recruitment unit, reports the General Staff of the Armed Forces of Ukraine.
"The corresponding organizational directive sets the task of forming official recruitment units within combat military units. This innovation …
Europe considers troop deployment to Ukraine amid fears of Trump's return to power
Europe has reopened discussions regarding the deployment of troops to Ukraine. According to a source, London and Paris are engaged in talks focusing on defense cooperation, with a specific emphasis on Ukraine. Both the UK and France are considering leading a foreign military contingent in Ukraine, driven by concerns over the implications of Donald Trump winning the upcoming US presidential election, reports the French newspaper Le Monde.
Currently, discussions on the deployment of Western …
Russia’s Gazprombank cards blocked in 20 countries following U.S. sanctions
Amid new sanctions, Gazprombank cards have become inoperative throughout twenty coungries. A major player in financing the conflict against Ukraine, Gazprombank has been severely impacted by U.S. sanctions, leading to a significant downturn in banking services outside of Russia. Following the initial halt of card services in Hungary, Turkey, and the UAE, a cascade of other countries has joined in. Currently, Gazprombank cards cannot be used for transactions in twenty countries.
According to …
Russia intensifies offensive on Ukraine's Toretsk, civilians caught in crossfire
In a recent broadcast on Suspilne, Anastasia Bobovnikova, spokesperson for the Operational-Tactical Group "Luhansk," detailed Russia's military movements. According to Bobovnikova, Russian forces are amassing resources in the Siversk and Kramatorsk directions, while launching aggressive offensives in the Toretsk area.
"The enemy is advancing with incredible speed. They are heavily utilizing artillery, aviation, FPV drones, and mortars to strike the city of Toretsk," Bobovnikova emphasized. She …