Intense battles in Vuhledar: Russian forces push into city center amid heavy Ukrainian resistance

Russian forces have advanced into the center of Vuhledar, reportedly trying to break through Ukrainian defenses, according to a Ukrainian military service member, known by the call sign "Muchnoy."

"The fighting is now happening in the central quarter. Our fighters are resisting stubbornly against the forces trying to overpower our defense. The Russians have also made advances in the northeast and northwest of Kostyantynivka. There remains a dirt road out of Vuhledar, but it's under fire …


Ukraine's Anti-Corruption Court seizes $48 million in assets from Russian oligarch Alisher Usmanov

The High Anti-Corruption Court of Ukraine has ruled to confiscate the assets of Russian oligarch Alisher Usmanov, a billionaire originally from Uzbekistan, amounting to two billion hryvnias (approximately $48 million). This development was reported by Radio Svoboda.

According to Ukraine's Deputy Minister of Justice Inna Bohatyh, who shared the information in a Facebook post, the assets include over 160,000 tons of iron ore belonging to Usmanov. Additionally, 100% of the authorized capital of …


Russia's manpower crisis: elite aerospace troops and naval crews mobilized to Ukrainian frontline

The Ukrainian operation in the Kursk region has indeed had an impact, contrary to Russian Ministry of Defense claims. Troops, including pilots and sailors, are now being mobilized into infantry, reports RBC-Ukraine.

Russian forces persevere, advancing slowly yet persistently toward administrative boundaries in Luhansk and Donetsk. However, personnel shortages have led to the transfer of soldiers from Donbas to the Kursk area.

Persistent rumors suggest that Vladimir Putin might announce a …


Kremlin: Putin's call to revise Russia's nuclear doctrine serves as stark warning to Western powers

Kremlin spokesperson Dmitry Peskov stated that President Vladimir Putin's proposal to amend Russia’s nuclear doctrine should be viewed as a signal to the West and "a warning about the consequences of any potential attack" on Russia, reports TASS.

Peskov highlighted the deterrent role played by Russia's nuclear arsenal, which, he noted, "the entire world is well aware of." However, he refrained from answering questions regarding whether Russia plans to lift its moratorium on nuclear tests.

On …


U.S. announces $7.9 billion military aid package to Ukraine

The United States has announced a new $7.9 billion defense aid package for Ukraine, confirmed by Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky, who expressed his gratitude to American leaders in a statement.

"I am thankful to U.S. President Joe Biden, the U.S. Congress, both parties – Republicans and Democrats, and the entire American nation for today’s announcement of significant defense assistance totaling $7.9 billion. This includes sanctions against Russia," Zelensky expressed.

He emphasized …