U.S. shifts strategy: White House steps back from mediating Ukraine peace talks
In a policy shift, State Department spokesperson Tammy Bruce has declared that Washington will no longer serve as the mediator in peace negotiations regarding the Russia-Ukraine conflict. This strategic decision, announced in the early hours of May 2, calls for the conflicting sides to bring forth tangible peace proposals. "Our approach to this issue is changing—we're stepping back from the mediating role. Now, the onus is on Ukraine and Russia to deliver concrete concepts to end the conflict," …
Ukrainian drone attacks target defense plant and military facilities in Russia
In a surprising escalation, an attack was reported on a defense plant in Murom, Vladimir Oblast, Russia, operated by Rostec. The incident resulted in a warehouse and a checkpoint being burned to the ground. Explosions were heard during the night of April 30 at the "Murom Instrument-Making Plant," part of Rostec, prompting locals to report seeing UAVs flying over the city. Following the explosions, a massive fire engulfed a finished goods warehouse and the facility's checkpoint, forcing …
Kyiv develops contingency plan amid stalled U.S.-brokered peace talks with Russia
Kyiv is reportedly preparing a contingency "Plan B" should U.S. President Donald Trump's peace agreement between Ukraine and Russia fail to materialize, reports Bild.
For the past four months, Ukraine has been enduring the conflict with Russia without new supplies from the U.S., relying only on previously promised arms. In response, Kyiv has intensified efforts to bolster its defense industry. A notable increase in the production of kamikaze drones has been observed, significantly impacting …
Kyiv: Ukrainian Intelligence behind assassination of Russian General Yaroslav Moskalik
Ukrainian intelligence services are alleged to have orchestrated the assassination of Yaroslav Moskalik, a deputy chief in the Main Operational Directorate of the General Staff of the Russian Federation.
In an interview with Ukrainska Pravda, Roman Kostenko, Secretary of the Verkhovna Rada Committee on National Security, Defense, and Intelligence, emphasized the significance of this operation.
Kostenko stated, "I'm satisfied; this is a commendable job by our intelligence agencies. Even if we …
Ukrainian drones strike Russian defense plant in Bryansk
In the early hours of April 28, a series of explosions rocked the Russian city of Bryansk, with air defense systems reportedly engaging for several hours. Fires broke out at sites targeted by unidentified drones, including one at the "Kremniy EL" radio electronics plant, which is involved in producing "Iskander" missile systems.
The drone attack was reported by Bryansk Region Governor Andrey Bogomaz on his Telegram channel.
Bogomaz first reported the drone attack at 1:49 a.m. on April 28. The …