Ukrainian Forces slow down Russian advance near Pokrovsk
Ukrainian Forces are gaining some precious time as battles rage on for the settlements of Hrodivka and Novohrodivka. The situation around Ptyche is more intense, according to a Ukrainian Forces officer with the callsign "Alex".
Fighting continues in the Pokrovsk direction of Donetsk Oblast, with heavy engagements centered on Hrodivka and Novohrodivka. Ukrainian troops have succeeded in slightly disrupting the pace of the Russian invaders, the officer, known as "Alex," wrote on his Telegram …
Ukrainian missile strike sinks ferry in Russian port Kavkaz
An explosion has reportedly occurred at the Port of Kavkaz in Krasnodar Krai, Russia, after a missile hit a ferry, reports the Telegram channel “Crimean Wind”.
Local sources from Kerch reported that a Ukrainian missile struck the ferry in the port. According to their reports, the ferry targeted was the "Aquatrader." “Crimean Wind” added that the fire on the ferry was severe.
Meanwhile, another Telegram channel, KіberBoroshno , stated that Ukrainian Forces targeted the ferry "Conro Trader" in …
Ukrainian 46th Brigade thwarts three waves of Russian attacks on Kurakhove
Ukrainian forces have successfully repelled a powerful three-wave Russian attack on their positions along the Kurakhove front. According to reports, the surviving Russian troops were forced to retreat under a comprehensive assault.
Members of the 46th Separate Airmobile Brigade managed to fend off all three attacks, destroying 13 pieces of Russian military equipment in the process. The brigade shared these details on their Telegram page. The incident took place on August 21, 2024.
During the …
Estonian Orthodox Church declares independence from Moscow Patriarchate, adopts new charter
In a bold move signaling growing religious independence, the Estonian Orthodox Church under the Moscow Patriarchate (EOC MP) has officially severed its ties with the Russian Orthodox Church (ROC) and updated its charter, reports DW.
Under the revised charter, the church will gain full autonomy over religious affairs, economic activities, educational initiatives, and public church matters.
Earlier this year, on May 6, Estonia's parliament passed a resolution condemning the Moscow Patriarchate …
Lithuania reports significant withdrawal of Russian troops from Kaliningrad amid Ukrainian offensive in Kursk region
Lithuanian Armed Forces Commander Raimundas Vaikšnoras has reported a significant reduction of Russian ground forces in the Kaliningrad region, Delfi reports.
Commander Vaikšnoras noted that this reduction is likely connected to the Ukrainian military's gains in the Kursk region of Russia. “As soon as the war in Ukraine began, equipment and personnel were massively relocated from Kaliningrad. After a rotation, the Russians returned, but now it’s noticeable—there is a substantial decrease in, …