Russia proposes immediate exchange of 630 prisoners with Ukraine

During a press briefing, the spokesperson of the Russian Ministry of Foreign Affairs, Maria Zakharova, said that Russia is ready "right now" to exchange 630 prisoners of war with Ukraine. As reported on the official website of the Russian foreign ministry, Moscow is prepared to hand over 630 Ukrainian captives to Kyiv "immediately," "on a reciprocal basis."

However, Ukraine's list of soldiers it seeks to be returned includes individuals who have already been transferred to Kyiv, as well as " …


Intense battle rages for strategic Donetsk-Zaporizhzhia highway amid Russian advances on Kurakhove front

The Kurakhove front remains one of the hottest spots on the Donetsk front. According to the monitoring resource DeepState, over the past 10 days, Russian Armed Forces have significantly advanced towards Kurakhove itself, with battles taking place within the city and along the flanks of the entire direction.

Map data reveals that since November 18, the Russian have advanced along the entire line of contact on the Kurakhove front. Notably, northward, Russian forces have gained ground along the …


Ukrainian military official downplays threat of Russian offensive in Zaporizhzhia region

Ivan Tymochko, head of the Council of Reservists of the Ground Forces, believes statements about a Russian offensive on Zaporizhzhia are merely escalating the situation, as such an option is unlikely. During an interview with Hromadske Radio, he noted that Russians in this area currently face challenges and lack resources for a full-scale invasion.

The Russians can move their troops between Russia and Crimea by land, but the path is narrow and constantly under attacks from various Ukrainian …


Russia's aluminum giant feels the strain of sanctions, production slashed amid rising costs

Russia's aluminum industry faces a crisis as alarming news emerges from Rusal about a sudden production cut. The country's largest aluminum producer, Rusal, has announced a reduction in aluminum output by 250,000 tons. The company attributes this decision to record-high alumina prices— a crucial raw material— and deteriorating macroeconomic conditions.

Rusal, owned by prominent Russian oligarch Oleg Deripaska, who is closely tied to the Kremlin, has found itself procuring more than a third of …


Ukrainian Commander highlights Russian hesitation and tactical struggles in key Luhansk region battle

Russian forces face challenges as they attempt to gain control of Belohorivka, a strategic location in the Luhansk region, from which they aim to fortify and potentially lay siege to the nearby city of Siversk, Ukrainian Commander Maksym Antonov reports.

Amid the harsh weather, Russian troops' efforts to carry out tactical assaults in the Siversk direction are hindered by poor navigation skills, according to Maksym Antonov, Chief of Artillery of the 1st Airmobile Battalion of the 81st Air …