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Kyiv: Russia deploying Syrian mercenaries in 'meat grinder' assaults in Luhansk
Syrian mercenaries sent by Russia to conduct what have been termed "meat grinder" assaults in the Luhansk region. Photo: GUR.
War-ravaged Syria has become a primary source for Russia's recruitment of men for combat in Ukraine, as reported by the press service of the Main Intelligence Directorate of Ukraine.
These mercenaries are lured with promises of Russian passports and paid work, but few return home.
The plight of Syrian mercenaries can be seen through the stories of Mohamed Mansur and …
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Russian forces achieve strategic gains on Pokrovsk front amid Ukrainian resource challenges
The primary factor behind the Russian advancement in the Pokrovske direction is their superior resources. Additionally, previously prepared fortifications are aiding the Russians more than the critically understaffed Ukrainian defenders.
According to Ukrainska Pravda , by the end of June, Russian forces had concentrated up to eight assault brigades in the area, advancing either in small groups of 5-7 or larger ones of 10-30.
Sergiy Filimonov, commander of the 108th Separate Battalion "Da …
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Ukrainian Army advances into Russia's Kursk region
Military expert Alexander Musiyenko articulated potential benefits of a new offensive by the Ukrainian Defense Forces (AFU) in Russia's Kursk region. Breaking through the border to capture the area could weaken Russian units currently holding positions on the southern bank of the Seim River, within a mere 6 kilometers reach.
AFU units are actively encroaching upon the Russian stronghold along the Seym River’s southern bank in Kursk region. These new offensives aim either to control key routes …
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Russia’s Middle East ally prepares to send howitzers to Ukraine
In a surprising move, Qatar is set to deliver 24 PzH 2000 howitzers to Ukraine as part of a deal with the German government, according to Bild .
Following Serbia’s controversial artillery shells supply to Ukraine, Qatar, another ally, is now joining the fray, positioning against Russia by committing almost 50% of its PzH 2000 stock to Kyiv. Berlin has agreed to supply new armored vehicles in exchange.
Qatar will be sourcing new RCH 155 wheeled howitzers from Germany in a deal worth €100 …
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Eight injured in Belgorod shelling amid escalating border conflict
In a recent shelling attack on Belgorod, eight individuals sustained injuries, according to reports from the local authorities. Governor of the Belgorod region, Vyacheslav Gladkov, confirmed the shelling by Ukrainian Armed Forces (AFU) via his official Telegram channel on Monday, September 16. According to him, among the injured, one individual is in critical condition.
Local officials have reported significant damage resulting from the attack, including the ignition of a private residence and …