Kremlin in shock: Ukrainian Forces' advance in Kursk region exposes Russian army's vulnerabilities
The military and political leadership of Russia is reportedly shocked by the audacious operation of Ukrainian Forces in the Kursk region.
Despondent moods are said to pervade the Kremlin due to the breakthrough by Ukrainian Forces in the Kursk region. This operation has spotlighted the weaknesses of Moscow and the Russian army, reports The Moscow Times, citing four high-ranking Russian officials who spoke on the condition of anonymity about the situation.
In recent months, the Russian …
Imminent pause in Russian offensive: Ukrainian Forces poised for counterattack
Russia's advance in Ukraine is nearing its climax, according to Kyrylo Budanov, head of Ukraine'sMilitary Intelligence Directorate (GUR). He forecasts the active phase of the conflict to last no more than two months and says that the war in 2024 will be markedly different.
The situational successes of Russian forces in the Pokrovsk direction are proving costly. Russian troops are following Kremlin's orders rather than developing an effective strategy. Events in the Kursk region have further …
Kremlin directs media to spin Kursk military operation positively
According to Meduza, it took almost three days for Vladimir Putin’s administration to decide how the media should report on the military operation in the Kursk region. The plan? Compare it to the historical Kursk Battle and assure citizens that Putin "will not leave anyone in distress."
The news outlet reveals that the Kremlin had ordered state-controlled and sympathetic media outlets to "avoid escalating tensions" regarding the incursion into the Kursk region. This directive was confirmed by …
Russian troops struggle with terrain and water obstacles in Kherson region
Russian forces face significant challenges in reaching Ukrainian positions on the left bank of the Dnipro River in Kherson, according to Dmitry Likhovyi, a representative from the Tavria operational grouping. He noted that the enemy is forced to deal with water obstacles.
The Russian military occasionally attempts to strike Ukrainian Forces' positions on the left bank of the Dnipro River in the Kherson region, but they have consistently failed said Likhovyi on air with "Espresso TV".
"Our …
Lukashenko calls for unity amid fears of Russia’s collapse
In a striking message to the Commonwealth of Independent States (CIS), Belarusian president Alexander Lukashenko called for unity, fearing that the potential disintegration of Russia could drag down other CIS countries.
The self-proclaimed leader emphasized the interconnected fates of the CIS countries, urging them to rally together to prevent Russia's downfall, repots Belta.
On August 8th, speaking at a meeting of CIS interior ministers, Lukashenko criticized some countries for trying to …