Russian forces employ unconventional tactics in Toretsk battle, utilize underground routes to infiltrate Ukrainian defenses
Russian forces continue to employ unconventional tactics in the ongoing battle for Toretsk, Donetsk region, reportedly utilizing underground communications, including city sewers, to infiltrate Ukrainian defense lines, reported Viktor Tregubov, spokesperson for the operational-strategic group of forces "Khortytsia," during the "United News" telethon.
He noted that Toretsk is a strategic focal point for the Russian military, motivating them to explore every possible avenue to penetrate the city. …
The Netherlands commits €500 million for Ukraine's drone development
The Netherlands has announced a significant €500 million support for Ukraine, targeting the development of drones. Dutch Minister Ruben Brekelmans and State Secretary Guus Teunmann revealed the initiative during their recent visit to Ukraine.
According to the Dutch Ministry of Defense, a total of €500 million will be allocated to fund this extensive drone project in support of Ukraine as of Monday, March 31.
Additionally, the ministry announced a comprehensive package totaling €2 billion in …
Russian tank fleet dwindles as production and repair lag
Russia is grappling with a significant problem on the front lines as Ukraine claims a crucial victory in the ongoing conflict. The Ukrainian military has reportedly decimated nearly the entire Russian tank fleet over the past three years, leading to severe challenges for the Russian armed forces. The Russian army is experiencing a dire shortage of military equipment, as its tank reserves are dwindling, and the pace of production and repair efforts can't keep up with battlefield losses. This …
Cypriot authorities and FBI team up for new investigations into Russian sanctions evasion
Cypriot police are set to initiate new probes targeting Russian nationals for alleged evasion of U.S. and EU sanctions, with pivotal support from the U.S. Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI). A specialized task force, including FBI experts, recently wrapped up a nine-month assignment on the Mediterranean island. Their collaborative efforts with Cypriot police and government agencies led to the identification of Russian nationals and other offenders defying sanctions imposed by the U.S. and …
Intense shelling and fierce street battles continue in Toretsk
Russian forces are intensively targeting the Toretsk community in Ukraine's Donetsk region, with a staggering near-200 artillery and air strikes reported in just one day. Parts of Toretsk remain under Russian occupation, and street fighting continues, said the head of Toretsk’s city military administration, Vasyl Chynchyk, during a national news broadcast.
“The situation in the city remains tense. The enemy is relentlessly shelling Toretsk,” Chynchyk reported. “In the past day alone, there …