Ukrainian Forces repel Russian armored assault near Toretsk

In another bold move, Russian forces sent armored vehicles toward Ukrainian positions only to suffer losses yet again. Near Toretsk, Ukrainian troops turned the Russian armored column into a pile of burning wreckage.

Once more, Russia attempted a direct assault on Toretsk and once more faced a fiery defeat. A mechanized column aimed at breaching Ukrainian defenses was obliterated through the coordinated efforts of the 28th Mechanized Brigade and the 1004th Brigade. With the help of Ukrainian …


Estonia detains Russian 'shadow fleet' tanker 'Kiwala' for multiple safety violations and lack of flag

The Estonian Transport Department identified 40 violations on the Russian 'shadow fleet' tanker, Kiwala, leading to its detention by Estonian authorities. The vessel has been barred from continuing its journey until the deficiencies are rectified. "We cannot allow the ship to proceed as maritime and environmental safety is not assured," stated Kristjan Truu, Director of the Maritime Service of the Estonian Transport Department.

Out of the 40 violations, 29 are deemed significant, with 23 …


Pattern of provocations: Russia's missile strikes on Ukraine coincide with U.S. diplomatic visits

There seems to be a disturbing pattern emerging: meetings between U.S. President's Special Representative Steve Witkoff and Russian authorities are followed by harsh strikes by Russia against Ukrainian civilians. Russia launched a ballistic attack on the bustling center of Sumy right after Witkoff's discussions with Russian dictator Vladimir Putin. This is no coincidence, says Andriy Kovalenko, head of the Center for Countering Disinformation at Ukraine's National Security Council. Kovalenko …


Russia's ballistic missile attack on Sumy leaves dozens dead

In a haunting escalation of the ongoing conflict, Russian forces unleashed a barrage of ballistic missiles on the Ukrainian city of Sumy early Sunday, April 13th, according to local authorities and a statement from President Volodymyr Zelensky on his Telegram channel.

Ukraine's State Emergency Service reported on Telegram that at least 31 lives were claimed, among them two children. Another 84 individuals, including 10 children, suffered injuries. President Zelensky echoed these staggering …


51 Chinese nationals reportedly join Russian forces in Ukraine

Russian media have identified 51 Chinese nationals who reportedly passed through Moscow's military recruitment center from June 2023 to May 2024 to serve under contract with Russian forces. This marks the first confirmed count of Chinese citizens fighting alongside Russian forces in Ukraine.

According to an article in the media outlet Vazhniye Istorii (Important Stories), 31 individuals approached the center in 2023 and 20 did so in 2024. The majority reportedly arrived in Russia shortly …