Unusual deployment: tactical Russian aircraft spotted at strategically significant Engels-2 airfield
In a report from Ukrainian analysts, aircraft from the Russian Aerospace Forces' tactical fleet have been observed at an airbase primarily known for its strategic aviation significance, marking an atypical presence.
As of the morning of January 21, 2025, the Engels-2 airfield recorded at least five Su-25 assault jets on site, alongside two Tu-95MS, two Tu-160, two Tu-22M3, a Mi-26, and an Il-76, reports Defense Express.
Earlier, in December 2024, the Engels-2 airfield reportedly hosted nine …
Ukraine's 155th Brigade faces controversy: draft dodgers selected for training in France amid recruitment crisis
The Ukrainian Army's "Anna of Kyiv" Brigade has sent soldiers previously caught attempting to evade conscription by illegally crossing the border, for training in France. Questions loom over how such individuals were chosen for an overseas mission.
Named the 155th Brigade of the Ukrainian Armed Forces, after Anna of Kyiv, the unit saw a mass exodus of its soldiers going AWOL throughout the year. Communications Advisor to the State Bureau of Investigation, Tatiana Sapyan, revealed that among …
U.S. considers using frozen Russian assets to arm Ukraine, says Envoy Keith Kellogg
In a potential shift of policy, the new U.S. Administration might consider leveraging frozen Russian state assets to supply arms to Ukraine.
The United States is exploring the possibility of using Russia’s frozen government assets, initially seized in response to aggression, to purchase weaponry for Ukraine, said the U.S. Presidential Special Envoy for Ukraine, Keith Kellogg, in an interview with Fox News.
Kellogg emphasized that discussions are ongoing but stated that no concrete decisions …
Kremlin: Putin open to talks with Trump
Kremlin spokesperson Dmitry Peskov has addressed U.S. President Donald Trump's plans to lower oil prices. Russian President Vladimir Putin is ready for discussions with President Trump. According to Peskov, Moscow is "waiting for signals," as reported by Russian media.
Peskov remarked, "Putin is prepared to engage with Trump. Moscow awaits signals and will inform about a possible conversation in due time."
Trump also announced intentions to revive communications with North Korea's Kim Jong Un …
Unprecedented drone attack: Ukraine strikes Russia with record 121 UAVs across multiple regions
In what has been described as an unprecedented UAV attack, Ukraine targeted Russia with a record number of drones, according to Russia's Ministry of Defense. A total of 121 drones were reportedly neutralized across 13 regions, including the Russian capital and Crimea.
The majority of these drones were intercepted over Bryansk (37), Ryazan (20), and the regions of Kursk and Saratov (17 each), according to enemy ministry data. Others were shot down over the Moscow region (6), Belgorod (3), …