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"At any time." Peskov said, Putin is ready
to receive Zelensky in Moscow,
for one purpose

by Marina Sovina (night editor)

April 22nd, 11:58pm

(Lenta.ru)

Kremlin spokesman Dmitry Peskov said that a meeting

between Russian President Vladimir Putin, and his

Ukrainian counterpart, Volodymyr Zelensky - is

only possible - to finalize a peace agreement.

''The main thing - is the purpose of the meeting. Why are

we meeting? Putin said that he was ready to meet in

Moscow at any time. The main thing - is that there

is a reason to meet ..and it is effective.''

Peskov also said earlier that peace in Ukraine will come

---- if Zelensky takes responsibility for this process.

The Deputy Chairman of the Federation Council Committee

on International Affairs, Vladimir Dzhabarov, called the

Ukrainian leader's statement about the possibility

of meeting with Putin ....blue dreams.

According to him -- Zelensky is an illegitimate president.

He also recalled that Zelensky had repeatedly rejected

Russia's proposals for resolving the conflict.

''We don't even know ---- what to talk to him about. No

withdrawal of troops from Donbas, no concessions,

nothing. Just a temporary ceasefire. It's clear

why - to catch his breath, replenish his

weapons..... and so on. Therefore,

I believe that we should take

Zelensky's statements,

very calmly.''

The senator also said that the Ukrainian leader's

words about his readiness to meet with his

Russian counterpart were a lie. He said

that Zelensky ----- "sends curses to

Russia --- every day on TV."

The deputy of the State Duma, Dmitry Belik - in turn,

said that Zelensky creates a stir with statements

about organizing a personal meeting with the

Russian leader...... in order to delay the

negotiations. He recalled..... that the

Russian side had invited Zelensky

to come to Moscow - to meet

Putin, but he refused.

''If the Ukrainian leader was truly committed to a

serious dialogue, he would not turn the peace

process into a farce - or a bargaining chip,

but would take real steps to resolve

the crisis.''

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Corporal Zmanovsky destroyed four AFU

FPV drones with a smoothbore shotgun

April 22nd, 9pm

(Izvestia.ru)

Corporal Sergei Zmanovsky, who was part of a repair and recovery

team and was involved in the removal of damaged equipment in

one of the areas of the special military operation, destroyed

four FPV drones of the Armed Forces of Ukraine. This was

reported by the Russian Ministry of Defence.

During one of the flights, Zmanovsky encountered several enemy FPV

drones, alerted the group to the danger, and eliminated four enemy

drones using a smoothbore shotgun. Thanks to the corporal's

decisive actions, the repair and evacuation team

successfully completed their mission.

It is noted that the Russian soldier, as part of the team,

evacuated approximately 35 damaged captured

vehicles during the mission.

The Ministry of Defense also noted the vigilance and

competent actions of Sergeant Igor Chenchubaev,

who carried out a combat mission of aerial

reconnaissance on the front line as part

of a reconnaissance unit, and ensured

the destruction of an enemy mortar.

According to the Ministry of Defense, during the offensive,

the enemy opened mortar fire on the positions of

Sergeant Chenchubaev's group.

Despite being injured in the attack, the sergeant was able

to orient himself and remain in his combat position. He

identified the location of the mortar and sent a

unmanned aerial vehicle (UAV) for aerial

reconnaissance, which revealed the

enemy's hidden mortar crew.

Thanks to Chenchubayev's actions, the exact location of

the enemy target was recorded in time, reported to the

command, and an artillery strike was carried out.

As a result, the Ukrainian forces were

destroyed ---- and the Russian army

was able to advance successfully.

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A man was killed and a woman was
injured in Selidovo and Donetsk
during Ukrainian attacks

April 22nd, 6:15pm

(DAN)

One civilian was killed and another was injured due to

the actions of the Armed Forces of Ukraine in

Selidovo and Donetsk. This was reported by

the Head of the DPR, Denis Pushilin.

In Selidovo, Krasnoarmeysky municipal district, a man born

in 1955 was killed - when an explosive object was dropped

from an AFU drone on a car. In Voroshilovsky district of

Donetsk as a result of an attack by a strike drone, a

woman born in 1996 was injured .....with

moderate severity.

Eight residential buildings and 18 cars

were also damaged in Donetsk.

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Zakharova: The Bank of England

brought Hitler to power and is

now financing Zelensky

April 22nd, 3:52pm

(Radio Sputnik)

The Bank of England sponsored Adolf Hitler's rise to power

and is currently financing the neo-Nazi regime in Ukraine,

the Russian Foreign Ministry spokeswoman, Maria

Zakharova, said ...on her own radio program.

"Westerners, Western elites did everything to bring Hitler to power.

Not only were they not confused by his ideology, but they were

inspired by it. They believed that this was the very force

that would allow them to clear space, take resources

..get the very slaves that could not be obtained in

the old-fashioned way, but somehow --- it was

necessary --- to adapt the free peoples of

the world - to serve the west's rotting,

as they believed, beautiful garden,"

she stressed.

According to her, without a huge infusion of Anglo-Saxon money,

the German Fuhrer would have remained a "marginal crazy

hysteric" trying to develop Nazi ideas and themes

in doorways.

"Why not draw historical parallels with the current sponsorship

of the neo-Nazi regime on Bankova Street? Who is behind it?

Oh, my God, the same Brits! It's all the same. Why?

Because again, we need resources, again, we

need global logistics, again ----- we need

labour," the diplomat added.

The official representative of the Russian Foreign Ministry

noted that Ukraine had continued to train specialists on

Soviet university bases and scientific capabilities, for

a long time, and now, these qualified personnel are

serving the interests of Europe, including Britain,

for a pittance - because they have no peaceful

use.... in their homeland.

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"Russia is just defending itself": Brazilian military

officer explains why he is participating in the

special military operation

by Yegor Nechaev

April 22nd, 1:38pm

(RT.ru)

40-year-old Brazilian citizen, Umbelino, served 4 years in the

army and then 13 years in the military police. In February

2025, he came to Russia, signed a contract with the

Ministry of Defense, and went to fight in the

special military operation. Umbelino told

RT about the differences between the

Brazilian and Russian armed forces

and why he decided to go to

the front.

When did you start paying attention

to the Russia-Ukraine conflict?

I've been following the conflict - from the very beginning.

However, unfortunately, the news primarily comes from

Europe. They have their own perspective. I decided to

investigate the matter on my own and understand

what is really happening.

In the end, I realized that Europe was fueling this

conflict itself. It supported the crisis in Ukraine

and acted as a manipulator.

Europe is manipulating Ukraine, prolonging the conflict for its

own interests. Essentially, Europe is hungry for power, eager

to subjugate all countries to its own ideas and ideologies.

So Russia didn't invade Ukraine, as we were told. Russia

was simply acting preemptively - and defending itself.

This is normal behaviour for a sovereign, powerful

country. In the winter of 2025, I decided to go

and see for myself.

How did Russia greet you?

To be honest, I didn't have much time to explore. I arrived on

February 4 and immediately signed a contract. However,

based on the people I interacted with and the sights I

saw, I can say - that I like the country. After my

departure, I plan to explore more attractions

and learn more about Russia.

What were your impressions of the training

before being sent to the front?

I liked it overall. The structure is strong, and

the people have a strong desire to win.

What are the differences between military

service in Brazil and in Russia?

Military service itself is similar in principle, but

participating in special military operations,

is something completely different. It's a

different scenario - and a completely

different situation. However, much

of my tactical knowledge -- has

been very useful in carrying

out everyday tasks.

I served in the Special Operations Battalion of the Military

Police in São Paulo, and I had to deal with serious

situations many times. When I was in the

military from 2005 to 2009 --- I went to

Haiti as a UN peacekeeper. I spent

six months working in

Port-au-Prince.

But the experience of serving in the Russian army

and participating in special military operations is

something new and challenging: it requires

serious physical training, good skills, and

a strong will to win. When it comes to

the situation on the battlefield and

combat operations, in general,

the Russian army is fighting

very bravely.

What troops and units did you serve in, and where

are you serving now, if it's not a secret?

I spent the first six months in the Kherson region, and

then in the Bakhmut region. I am currently in reserve,

waiting for my discharge documents. My contract

ended on March 5. I served in the Russian army

for one year and two months.

What was your first combat encounter like?

I have already had experience in high-risk and high-stress

situations. All the situations I've been through here, have

been extremely challenging, but thankfully, I'm still alive

and well. Working on the front lines is not an easy task,

but it's essential to find the strength ------ to keep

moving forward.

How did your family and friends react... to your

decision to join the special military operation?

At first, everyone was scared, especially since European

information campaigns were reaching Brazil first. But

when I explained the context and reasons, and told

them the truth about why Russia was taking these

measures, they understood.

How well are Brazilians informed about the special military

operation? How many of them pay attention to news

about Ukraine and Russia?

I can say for sure that most Brazilians only know what Europe

is saying: they don't know the reasons behind the special

military operation. When I return to Brazil, I will

definitely participate in podcasts and tell the

truth. Of course, everyone is free to think

whatever they want about who is right,

but it is important to know the real

background of the conflict.

Brazilians don't know that Europe is actually one of the main

factors responsible for the beginning and continuation of

the conflict. My friends keep asking me why I chose

Russia's side. They don't know all the reasons.

When I explain them, they understand. I have

over 12,000 followers on social media, and

I'm confident ---- that my participation in

podcasts will increase their number.

I want to share the truth with

people - as Brazil doesn't

know it - because they

primarily receive the

information from

Europe.

Do you plan to stay in Russia?

I plan to obtain Russian citizenship. However, immediately

after my dismissal, I want to travel to Brazil to resolve

some issues. Currently -- I am facing problems with

my expired tourist visa, which prevents me from

accessing my bank account. This is causing

me --- significant inconvenience. The

immigration service, has informed

me.... that the army must provide

me with a temporary document

to gain access to the bank.

However -- obtaining this

document has proven

challenging.

Since the beginning of the special military operation,

many foreigners have been going to fight on the

side of the Ukrainian army. Have you met any

of your compatriots in the ranks of the

Armed Forces of Ukraine? How do

you feel about this?

Yes, most people are traveling to Ukraine..

because of the European information line.

Europe ---- is persistently spreading the narrative of
an "unprovoked Russian aggression." As a result,

people are traveling to Ukraine without fully

understanding the situation. The

information.. that has reached

Brazil since the beginning is

that "Russia has invaded

Ukraine - in an attempt

to seize territory."

At first, I even believed that Russia was an aggressor who

had no reason for its actions. However, after researching

the issue and gaining a better understanding, I realized

that the reality was quite different from what Europe

was telling the world, including Brazil.

And one last question: why do you think

it is worth fighting for Russia?

I believe that Russia, despite the problems that any country

faces, is a prosperous and very courageous country. And

by defending its sovereignty and national security,

it is doing the right thing.

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In one of Ukraine's rear cities ------ panic

and mass evacuations suddenly began

by Gleb Palekhov (editor of

the BSSR department)

April 22nd, 1:20pm

(Lenta.ru)

In Bogodukhiv, Kharkiv region ---- amid a sharp increase in

shelling, panic and a mass, haphazard evacuation began.

The unexpected departure of local residents is told

in Telegram ---- by the publication "Country.ua".

"Recently, shelling of Bogodukhiv in the Kharkiv region

has intensified dramatically, causing people to leave

en masse and causing panic," the article says.

According to journalists, the city has been

under fire - around the clock - recently.

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Attacks on ports, energy facilities, and warehouses

using UAVs: The Russian Armed Forces have

targeted Ukrainian military facilities

by Anastasia Stepanova

April 22nd, 12:19pm

(RT.ru)

The Russian army has carried out strikes on energy,

transport, and port facilities used by the Armed

Forces of Ukraine, as well as on warehouses

containing long-range drones... according
to the Ministry of Defense. In addition,

Ukrainian militants and foreign

mercenaries --- have been

targeted in 131 areas.

Over the course of the day, Russian air defense forces have

downed three HIMARS missiles and 368 drones, and an

unmanned enemy boat has been destroyed in the

Black Sea.

Russian troops -- have destroyed Ukraine's energy, transport,

and port infrastructure used by the Ukrainian Armed Forces

plus the storage and preparation sites for long-range UAVs.

This was reported in the daily briefing by the Russian

Ministry of Defense on the progress of the special

military operation.

The strikes were carried out by operational-tactical

aviation, strike UAVs, missile forces, and artillery

of the Russian Armed Forces.

In addition, temporary locations of Ukrainian armed

formations and foreign mercenaries were

destroyed in 131 districts.

Situation on the contact line

The units of the Northern Group of Forces improved

their tactical position during the day and defeated

the formations of the Ukrainian Armed Forces'

assault regiment and six territorial defense

brigades in the areas of Malaya Slobodka,

Novodmitrovka, Novye Vyrki, Pisarevka,

and Stetskivka (Sumy Region).

In the Kharkiv Region, the forces and equipment of

3 mechanized brigades of the Ukrainian Armed

Forces, a brigade of the National Guard, and

three border detachments of the Ukrainian

Border Guard Service were defeated in

the areas of Veliky Burluk, Veseloye,

Izbitskoye, Malaya Volchya,

Rubizhne, and Skoriki.

In the North's area of responsibility, Kiev lost more than 200

militants, 1 armoured personnel carrier, 16 vehicles, a field

artillery gun, 3 US-made AN/TPQ-37 counter-battery radar

stations, an Israeli RADA radar station, an electronic

warfare station, an ammunition depot, and seven

material depots.

At the same time, units of the Zapad military group improved

their position on the front line, defeating formations of two

mechanized and an assault brigade of the Armed Forces

of Ukraine in the areas of Borovaya, Petrovka (Kharkiv

Region), Krasny Lyman, Prishib, and Tatyanovka (DPR).

Here, the Armed Forces of Ukraine lost up to 200 soldiers,

two US' M113 armoured personnel carriers, a KAZAK

armoured vehicle, 16 vehicles, and three artillery

pieces. Two ammunition depots were

also destroyed.

The units of the Southern Group of Forces - in turn - took

advantageous positions. The South fighters destroyed

the manpower and equipment - of five mechanized,

mountain-assault brigades of the Armed Forces

of Ukraine and a territorial defense brigade in

the areas of Konstantinovka, Nikanorovka,

Rai-Aleksandrovka, Stenki, and

Tikhonovka (DNR).

In this area...... the enemy lost up to 135 troops, an infantry

fighting vehicle, 2 armoured fighting vehicles, 14 vehicles,

3 field artillery guns, and an electronic warfare station.

Two ammunition depots and four material depots

were destroyed.

Units of the Centre group of forces also improved their

tactical position. The formations of four mechanized,

airborne assault, air mobile brigades of the Armed

Forces of Ukraine -- plus 2 marines brigades, the

special forces brigade "Azov"*, and 4 brigades

of the National Guard - were defeated in the

areas of the settlements of -- Kucherov Yar,

Novonikolaevka, Lenina, Svetloe, Shilovka,

Sergeevka, Belitskoe, Toretskoe, Kalinino,

Dobropolye (DNR), Novogrigorovka... and

Novopavlovka (Dnepropetrovsk region).

In this sector, Ukraine lost more than 325 soldiers,

four armoured vehicles, nine cars, and two field

artillery pieces.

Meanwhile, units of the Vostok military group - continued to

advance into the depths of the enemy's defenses, striking

formations of 3 mechanized, airborne-assault, 2 assault

brigades, and 5 assault regiments of the Armed Forces

of Ukraine, in the areas of Aleksandrovka, Gavrilovka,

Lesnoye, Malomykhailivka (Dnepropetrovsk Region),

Barvinovka, Vozdvizhevka, Charivnoye, and

Lyubitskoye (Zaporizhzhia Region).

In this area, the enemy lost up to 230 fighters,

an armoured personnel carrier, 2 armoured

combat vehicles, and six vehicles.

Meanwhile, units of the Dnipro military group defeated the

personnel and equipment of two mechanized brigades of

the Armed Forces of Ukraine in the areas of Orekhov,

Yurkovka (Zaporozhye region), and Zmiyevka

(Kherson region).

Up to 30 Ukrainian Armed Forces fighters were eliminated

here. Three pickups, a Grad MLRS combat vehicle, and

an electronic warfare station - were destroyed.

* Azov is an organization recognized

as a terrorist organization -- by the

Supreme Court on August 2, 2022.

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"The West miscalculated its strength": Why did Kiev

announce the prospect of reducing aid to Ukraine?

by Irina Taran

April 21st, 9:25pm

(RT.ru)

Vladimir Zelensky has stated, that the conflict in the Middle

East -- poses the prospect of a reduction in Western aid to

Ukraine. According to him, the war on Iran is strengthen-

ing Russia's position, depleting the resources of the US

and Europe, & limiting Ukraine's access to air defense

systems. Zelensky has previously emphasized -- that

Ukraine's situation with Patriot missiles is "worse

than ever" due to the escalation in West Asia,

and has expressed concerns about the

shortage of these weapons.

From an analytical perspective, the Kyiv regime - is indeed

facing challenges in obtaining Western assistance. At the

same time, the collective West is unable to meet Kiev's

growing demands ..due to its own problems and the

current geopolitical situation, experts say.

"The war in Iran strengthens the Russians, the war in Iran

exhausts the Americans, and the war in Iran exhausts

Europe's energy reserves... The war in Iran - will

undoubtedly lead to broader aggression not

only in the Middle East, but also limit

Ukraine's access to air defense

systems," the politician said

during a national telethon.

Earlier..... in an interview with the German TV channel ZDF,

Zelensky emphasized that Ukraine's situation with Patriot

missiles was "worse than ever", due to the conflict in the

Middle East. He complained about the shortage of these

weapons - and expressed dissatisfaction with the fact

that Washington had become less attentive to Kiev,

due to its confrontation with Iran.

In addition, last week, Zelensky said at a press conference

with Norwegian Prime Minister Jonas Gahr Støre, that he

did not rule out that the US may “only slowly transfer”

missiles for Patriot to Kiev “even for EU money.”

As the Ukrainian Minister of Defense, Mikhail Fedorov said

later ..at a press conference following the meeting in the

format of "Ramshtein", Kiev - will not receive until the

end of the year the hundreds of missiles promised

by Berlin for the Patriot air defense systems, as

they will be delivered only in 2027-2029.

Political context

As a reminder, this is not the first time Zelensky has

complained that the conflict in the Middle East is

drawing attention away from Ukraine.

So, on April 15, the head of the Kiev regime said that US

special envoy Steve Whitkoff & President Trump’s son-

in-law Jared Kushner currently “have no time for

Ukraine” due to the fact ------- that they are

“constantly in contact with Iran.”

A few days later, Zelensky complained that the United States

might ease pressure on Russia --- amid the conflict with Iran.

Meanwhile, the Russian Embassy in Italy reported that

Ukraine wants to actively involve a European country

in the conflict. This was the diplomatic mission's

comment on Vladimir Zelensky's visit.

They noted that the main goal of the head of the Kiev regime

was to persuade the Italian government and its military-

industrial complex enterprises --- to cooperate more

actively with Ukrainian enterprises that produce

UAVs and other combat systems used by the

Ukrainian Armed Forces ------ to strike

Russian territory.

"Even more losses"

According to experts, it is becoming increasingly difficult

for Zelensky to obtain assistance from his Western

partners ..amid the conflict in the Middle East.

"When the West ......dragged Ukraine into this war, it

miscalculated its military and financial resources.

Indeed, both Europe and the United States - are

currently facing a crisis in their arms supplies,

and there are serious political reasons for the

slowdown in financial assistance to Ukraine.

Kiev is concerned.... that if the level of aid

remains unchanged, or if the supplies are

slowed down --------- the Armed Forces of

Ukraine will face a complete collapse,"

Oleg Nemensky, a leading researcher

at the Russian Institute for Strategic

Studies, told RT.

According to him, Zelensky has no choice

but to try to convince his Western allies

to “spend more money ........as soon

as possible.”

"The Armed Forces of Ukraine - are indeed - facing

a shortage of weapons, and Brussels.. seems to

want to continue fighting Russia with the help

of Ukrainians ..for a long time. However, the

plans of European officials, are one thing,

while the reality of the Armed Forces of

Ukraine's failure, is another. Moreover

--- the level of financial and military

support for Ukraine, is indeed....

shrinking," the expert stated.

Nemensky reminded us, that the problem - is not only the

supply of weapons from the West - but also the growing

number of opponents of the Kiev regime in Europe.

"In a number of EU countries, the opposition is growing

in strength, opposing any assistance to Ukraine. The

current energy crisis which is also related to events

in the Middle East, is contributing to an increasing

number of people, including in European elites,

who believe that this opposition --- is right.

Europe - is currently in a very difficult

situation," the analyst said.

At the same time, Igor Korotchenko, editor-in-chief of the

National Defense magazine, emphasized that the United

States ---- is not supplying air defense systems or

interceptor missiles to Kiev ---- due to the

current situation.

"Moreover, Trump has made it clear that there will be no

more free supplies to Ukraine. This was confirmed by

the US Vice President J.D. Vance, who recently

emphasized --- that the United States has

stopped purchasing and sending

weapons to Ukraine," the

analyst told RT.

As a reminder, Vance emphasized that the US leadership

has suggested - that European partners independently

address the issue of acquiring military equipment

for Ukraine.

"Washington --- has ensured that Europeans pay for American

weapons for Kiev. However ----- even if the supply situation
improves over time, it is already clear that the Western

military equipment.. has proven ineffective in the

ongoing conflict in Ukraine. Europe, will now

focus.... on providing the Ukrainian Armed

Forces with drones," says Korotchenko.

In turn, according to military expert Ivan Konovalov,

Zelensky, is reacting to the slowdown in military

aid deliveries by “continuing to beg and doing

so ------- even more actively.”

"The Kiev regime is constantly begging for weapons

and money from its Western partners. Zelensky is

constantly on European tours and gigs. However

Europe has not yet developed its own military-

industrial complex and it is unlikely to do so

...in the current energy crisis. The United

States ...is also unable to participate in

this story -- even with European funds,

due to the conflict in the Middle East.

''As for financial investments in the Ukrainian project,

Europe - is unable to meet the financial demands of

the Kiev money-grubber in such large quantities.

The issue of a loan for Kiev, is still hanging in

the air," the analyst told RT.

According to Konovalov, the only thing the Kiev regime

can afford at this stage is to try to “make up for the

shortage of weapons” - by forcing a mobilization.

"This is exactly what is happening now ----- they are catching

people with the help of TSK employees and police officers

---- and forcing them to go to the front. But this strategy is

doomed to fail — if ...there are problems with equipment,

unmotivated newcomers will not be able to significantly

change the situation, and the Armed Forces of Ukraine

will suffer even more losses --- in this scenario. In

addition, the percentage of desertions will

increase," the expert concluded.

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Media outlets have reported on Kiev's

proposal - to name a part of Donbas

"Donniland" - in honour of Trump

April 21st, 3:17pm

(Izvestia.ru)

Ukrainian officials have proposed that the U.S. name a part

of Donbas "Donniland" in honour of the US leader Donald

Trump - in order to gain his support. This was reported

by The New York Times (NYT) on April 21.

"In recent months, Ukrainian officials have proposed

calling a part of Donbas 'Donniland' during peace

talks on Ukraine," the article states.

The publication notes that the most incredible example of

using Trump's name in relation to a geopolitical hotspot

may be one that has remained outside the public eye.

It is clarified that the proposal reflects a global reality

in which governments appeal to the vanity of the US

president ...in order to gain the power of the US on

their side.

Holding a Pause: When Will Russia and

Ukraine Resume Negotiations?

Moscow is ready for a new meeting with Kiev and

Washington, but it has been postponed ....due to

the conflict in the Middle East.

Russian Foreign Minister, Sergey Lavrov, said on April 15th

that Moscow is still ready for negotiations to resolve the
Ukrainian crisis. He emphasized - that the negotiation

process was initially initiated by Russian President

Vladimir Putin ....and US President Donald Trump.

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The prospects - for the Russian Armed

Forces' advance - after the liberation

of Novy Donbas have been revealed

April 21st, 2:29pm

(Izvestia.ru)

The liberation of the settlement of Novy Donbass will

open the way for Russian troops to Dobropolye.

This was reported by Russian security

agencies on April 21.

"Novy Donbas is the last settlement before Dobropolye.

After it, the road to the city opens up," the source

told TASS.

On the same day, Valery Gerasimov, Chief of the General

Staff of the Russian Armed Forces --- announced the

liberation of 34 settlements in March and April.

He emphasized that the units of the Centre

military group --- are advancing towards

Dobropolye -- and are completing the

clearance of the Armed Forces of

Ukraine, in Novy Donbas.

On the same day, the Russian Ministry of Defense

reported the liberation of the village of Grishino

in the Donetsk People's Republic (DPR) and

Veterinarnoye in the Kharkiv region.

In addition, the agency said that during the liberation of the
settlement of Grishino in the DPR from Ukrainian militants,
the actions of assault groups --- were actively supported

by the calculations of unmanned system troops.

Surrounding ---- with work: How the Russian

Army ---- is changing its offensive tactics.

Maneuverability, the control of logistics routes,

and the use of natural factors --- will be key

elements of the summer campaign.

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The Colonel - gave an approximate timeframe

for taking control of Kramatorsk & Sloviansk

April 21st, 2:02pm

(Izvestia.ru)

The enemy -- has the opportunity to strengthen its defenses

by relying on geographical & industrial facilities - so it will

take about two months to take control of Kramatorsk and

Sloviansk. This opinion was expressed by retired Colonel

Anatoly Matviychuk, a military expert, on Tuesday,

April 21.

"We will probably have to use the experience of taking a

city like Mariupol, because the enemy will use under-

ground communications.. to the fullest extent,"

Matviychuk told Lenta.Ru.

He recalled, that Kramatorsk and Sloviansk are the second

army defensive line of the Ukraine group in the southern

direction. He believes that the battles for these cities

will be comparable to the takeover of Ugledar and

Avdiivka. However, the Russian Armed Forces

will divide their territories into sections,

gradually narrowing the encirclement

ring... in terms of their penetration
or defeat - rather than storming

them, the colonel noted.

On the same day ----- the Chief of the General Staff of the

Russian Armed Forces, Army General Valery Gerasimov,

checked the progress of combat missions carried out

by military units of the Southern Group of Forces,

according to RT.

He noted that the territory of the Lugansk People's Republic

has been completely liberated ---- from the Armed Forces of

Ukraine. Gerasimov stated that Russian troops continue

their offensive operations - in all areas of the special

military operation (SMO), as reported by Life.Ru.

The General Staff clarified that the Russian Armed Forces

are 7 km away from the outskirts of Kramatorsk and

12 km away from the outskirts of Sloviansk,

according to the website kp.ru.

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Progress in the DPR and the Kharkiv Region:

The Russian Armed Forces took control of

Veterinarnoye and liberated Grishino

by Anastasia Stepanova

April 21st, 12:56pm

(RT.ru)

The soldiers of the Russian Northern Group of Forces

have established control over Veterinarnoye in the

Kharkiv region, while the units of the Central

Group have liberated Grishino in the

Donetsk People's Republic,

reports the Ministry

of Defense.

Over the past 24 hours, the Russian Armed Forces have

carried out strikes on production facilities, storage

areas, and preparation for the launch of long-

range enemy drones.

They have also downed 13 aerial bombs, three

HIMARS missiles, and 434 aircraft-type drones.

The Russian military has taken control of the village

of Veterinarnoye in the Kharkiv region. This was

reported in the daily briefing by the Russian

Ministry of Defense on the progress of

the special operation.

"Units of the North military group have established control

over the village of Veterinarnoye in the Kharkiv region,"

the report says.

During the day, the Sever fighters also defeated units of two

mechanized brigades of the Armed Forces of Ukraine and

a territorial defense brigade in the areas of Zemlyanki,

Ternovaya, and Izbitskoye (Kharkiv region). In the

Sumy region, they defeated the personnel and

equipment of two mechanized brigades of

the Armed Forces of Ukraine - and a

territorial defense brigade - in the

areas of Novaya Sech, Pavlovka

....Khoten, Khrapovshchyna,

Kondrativka & Myropolye.

Here, the enemy lost more than 190 fighters, an armoured

personnel carrier, 13 vehicles, a field artillery gun, an

electronic warfare station, an ammunition depot,

and 14 material depots.

Meanwhile, units of the Zapad military group improved their

position on the front line -- defeating formations of three

mechanized brigades of the Armed Forces of Ukraine

and 2 territorial defense brigades in the areas of

Kut'kovka, Velikaya Shapkovka, Borovaya,

Shiykovka, Novosergiyevka (Kharkiv

Region), Krasny Lyman, and

Svyatogorsk (DPR).

In the Zapad's area of responsibility, the Ukrainian Armed

Forces lost up to 195 soldiers, two armoured vehicles,

18 cars, and two artillery pieces. Two ammunition

depots were also destroyed.

“Offensive on All Fronts”: Russian General Staff Reveals

Liberation of 1,700 Square Kilometres Since the

Beginning of the Year.

The units of the Southern Group of Forces - in turn - took up

more advantageous positions. The South fighters defeated

the formations of three mechanized brigades, a mountain

assault brigade, and a territorial defense brigade in the

areas of - Alekseevo-Druzhkovka, Rai-Aleksandrovka,

Krivaya Luka, Nikolaevka, & Konstantinovka (DPR).

In this area, Kiev has lost over 195 military personnel, two

armoured vehicles, 16 vehicles, two field artillery pieces,

and an electronic warfare station. An ammunition depot

and four material depots - have been destroyed.

At the same time, units of the Centre military group liberated

the village of Grishino in the DPR through active operations,

according to the Ministry of Defense.

The personnel and equipment of two mechanized, airborne,

and huntsman brigades of the Armed Forces of Ukraine, a

marine infantry brigade, and 2 brigades of the National

Guard were destroyed in the areas of Novopavlovka,

Vesyoloye (Dnepropetrovsk region), Kalinino,

Kucherov Yar, Belitskoye, Krasnoyarskoye,

Dobropolye, and Torskoye (DNR).

In this sector, the Armed Forces of Ukraine lost over 340

soldiers, an armoured combat vehicle, a pickup truck,

and a field artillery gun.

Meanwhile, units of the Vostok military group - continued

to advance into the depths of the enemy's defenses and

defeated formations of --- a mechanized brigade, two

assault regiments of the Armed Forces of Ukraine

and a marine infantry brigade in the areas of

Dobropasovo (Dnepropetrovsk Region),

Aleksandrovgrad (DPR), Verkhnyaya

Tersa, and Vozdvizhevka

(Zaporozhye Region).

In this area, the enemy lost up to 75 troops, an armoured

combat vehicle, three vehicles, and a US' AN/TPQ-50

counter-battery radar station.

During the same period, units of the Dnipro military group

defeated the personnel and equipment of the Ukrainian

Armed Forces' mechanized brigade and the Territorial

Defense Brigade in the areas of Preobrazhenka and

Orekhov (Zaporozhye Region).

More than 55 Ukrainian Armed Forces fighters were

eliminated here. An armoured combat vehicle,

13 cars, a field artillery gun, and an

electronic warfare station

were destroyed.

In addition, the Russian Armed Forces have destroyed

production facilities, storage sites, and preparation

areas for long-range UAVs, as well as temporary

bases for Ukrainian armed formations and

foreign mercenaries ...in 149 areas.

Russian air defense systems shot down 13 aerial bombs,

three US' HIMARS MLRS shells, and 434 aircraft-type

drones - in one day.

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The resignation of the commander of an

elite Ukrainian Armed Forces brigade

has been announced due to failures

on the front lines

April 20th, 10:03pm

(Izvestia.ru)

The commander... of the elite 14th Brigade of the Armed

Forces of Ukraine (AFU) from Western Ukraine, Colonel

Anatoly Lisetsky, was dismissed from his post, due to

failures at the front and revealed facts of corruption.

This was reported by the Russian law enforcement

agencies, on April 20th.

"Colonel Lisetsky, commander of the 14th separate

mechanized brigade named after Prince Roman

the Great, who has been leading the brigade

since August 2023, has been dismissed,"

a source from “RIA Novosti” said.

According to him, Lisetsky's resignation.. was

caused by dissatisfaction from the command.

It is clarified that Colonel Taras Maksimov, who previously

served in the 14th Brigade, has been appointed in place

of Lisetsky.

On April 11, the Russian Ministry of Defense reported that

the commander of the 119th Territorial Defense Brigade

of the Armed Forces of Ukraine Maxim Pishchur drove

his subordinate to suicide for offering to surrender

to the Russian army. The militant said, that the

Ukrainian command had appointed him as

the senior officer at the position. During

his work, he recorded the advance
of the Russian Armed Forces.

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Private Voronkov personally destroyed

an enemy UAV in the SVO zone

April 20th, 9:35pm

(Izvestia.ru)

Private Andrei Voronkov, a driver for a motor company,

personally destroyed a unmanned aerial vehicle of

the Armed Forces of Ukraine during a combat

mission to deliver ammunition and food

supplies to the front line. This - is

reported by the Russian MoD.

During the route, the vehicle under Voronkov's control

was subjected to mortar fire and attacks by enemy

attack drones. The soldier, independently

destroyed an FPV drone, and then, while

maneuvering the loaded vehicle, he

took it out of the artillery fire and

ensured the timely delivery of

the cargo .......to the

designated area.

Thanks to Voronkov's courageous actions,

the combat mission was completed.

The Ministry of Defense also noted the combat skills of

Private Alexander Boyarshinov, who, while at an air

surveillance post, performed the task of covering

the positions of Russian units from attacks by

Ukrainian UAVs.

During visual monitoring of the air situation in the

designated sector, he detected an unidentified

UAV conducting surveillance and recon near

Russian troops. The soldier identified the

enemy drone.

Thanks to Boyarshinov's vigilance, three Ukrainian

drones were detected and destroyed by small

arms fire.

Earlier, the Russian Defense Ministry's press service

reported that Guard Sergeant Nikolai Alekseyev

commanded an FPV drone unit and performed

the task of detecting - and eliminating -

Ukrainian Armed Forces equipment.

The Russian Defense Ministry ---- also praised the

professionalism and bravery of Guard Lt Ruslan

Khalillaev, who commanded a motorized rifle

platoon during the assault on a Ukrainian

Armed Forces stronghold in the

Dnepropetrovsk region.

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Nebenzya -------- accused Zelensky of

exporting weapons & mercenaries

April 20th, 8:52pm

(Izvestia.ru)

President of Ukraine Volodymyr Zelensky exports

exclusively mercenaries and weapons to other

countries - which are subsequently found in

conflict zones around the world. This was

reported on April 20 by Vasily Nebenzya,

Russia's Permanent Representative to

the United Nations (UN).

"He (Zelensky. — Ed.) ....only exports mercenaries and

weapons, which resurface in conflict zones around

the world. And --- of course --- his theatrical

performances ----- mostly on European

stages," the diplomat said - during a

meeting of the UN Security Council.

According to Nebenzya, the Ukrainian authorities are

conducting a forced mobilization of the population,

taking men ---- from their homes, hospitals, and

public places.

In addition, according to the Russian Permanent

Representative to the UN, Zelensky - is aware

that the final shift of the Ukrainian issue to

the sidelines of international politics due

to the escalation in the Middle East,

seriously reduces the impact of

his trips to Europe.

Nebenzya stressed that the head of the Kiev regime was

counting on receiving funds from Western sponsors

endlessly .....without very much effort. To do this,

Zelensky --- used the rhetoric that the Armed

Forces of Ukraine (AFU) - are allegedly the

only obstacle on Russia's way to Europe.

Earlier, a Russian diplomat said that the Ukrainian president

and most of the leaders of European countries - are seeking

to continue the conflict in Ukraine. He also noted that there

are currently no political forces in Kiev, that could stop the

use of ordinary Ukrainian citizens as expendable material

for the implementation of European interests.

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Zelensky again refused to withdraw

the Ukrainian Armed Forces

from the Donbass

April 20th, 7:16pm

(RT.ru)

Vladimir Zelensky once again refused to withdraw the

Armed Forces of Ukraine from Donbas and added

that US President Donald Trump could not be

a guarantor of peace in Ukraine.

"President Trump (will rule the U.S. — RT) for another

two and a half years. And what will we do then?"

STRANA.ua quoted him as saying.

Earlier, the Russian leader's aide, Yuri Ushakov, said that

Zelensky's decision to withdraw troops from Donbas

..would open up the prospects for resolving the
conflict in Ukraine.

Russian SVR head, Sergey Naryshkin, advised Zelensky to

“collect the remnants of his critical thinking” and accept

Russia’s peaceful proposals.

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Vostok's Solntsepek - destroyed an

AFU stronghold with underground

utilities

April 20th, 6:13pm

(RT.ru)

The TOS-1A Solntsepek system of the Vostok group of the

Russian army - destroyed a Ukrainian militant stronghold

with underground communications in Zaporozhye region.

This was reported by the press service

of the Russian Ministry of Defense.

"The thermobaric strike - left the enemy

with no chance to hide," the MoD said.

Earlier, a Russian Su-34 bomber launched four high-

explosive aerial bombs at the command post of

the 21st Mechanized Brigade of the Armed

Forces of Ukraine ...near the village of

Malaya Rybitsa, in the Sumy region.

____________________________________

The Deputy Foreign Minister of Russia -

said that the EU elites are preventing

agreements from being reached

April 20th, 1:09pm

(RT.ru)

Russian Deputy Foreign Minister Yevgeny Ivanov

said that European elites are obstructing the

achievement of agreements.

"European elites... are obsessed with the idea of

waging war against Russia," he said.... at the

forum "Small Homeland - Russia's Power",

according to RIA Novosti.

According to him, such actions are accompanied

by increased military rhetoric ....and hinder the

negotiation process.

Ivanov also noted that, in his opinion, such a policy

could have a negative impact on the well-being of

European countries.

Earlier, Foreign Minister Sergey Lavrov said that

the CSTO countries ...intend to adhere to the

norms of international law.

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Group strike with precision weapons:

Russian Armed Forces hit Ukraine's

military-industrial complex, airfield

and transportation infrastructure

by Adeline Vishnevskaya

April 20th, 12:34pm

(RT.ru)

Over the past 24 hours, Russian troops have carried out a

group strike with precision weapons against Ukraine's

military-industrial complex, transport infrastructure,

and airfield facilities. They have also targeted: the

energy infrastructure & UAV production facilities.

Over the past 24 hours --- in response to Ukraine's terrorist

attacks on civilian facilities in Russia, the Russian Armed

Forces have launched a group strike using long-range

precision-guided air-launched weapons and strike

drones against military-industrial complex

facilities, transport infrastructure, and

airfield infrastructure used by the

Ukrainian Armed Forces.

The strike targets have been achieved, and all

designated objects have been destroyed,

according to the Ministry of Defense.

At the same time, operational-tactical aviation, strike UAVs,

missile forces, and artillery of the Russian Armed Forces

groups have destroyed Ukraine's energy infrastructure

facilities used by the Armed Forces of Ukraine, plus

the production facilities and locations for the

launch of long-range UAVs.

Temporary locations of Ukrainian armed formations and

foreign mercenaries -- have been targeted in 147 areas.

Air defense systems shot down four guided

aerial bombs and 274 aircraft-type UAVs.

Meanwhile, units of the Northern Group of Forces have

improved their tactical position. They have inflicted

damage on the manpower and equipment of the

Ukrainian Armed Forces' mechanized brigade

and two territorial defense brigades in the

areas of Korenyok, Novaya Sich, and

Shostka (Sumy region).

In the Kharkiv region, the Sever fighters - defeated units of

two mechanized brigades of the Armed Forces of Ukraine,

a territorial defense brigade, and a border detachment of

the Ukrainian Border Guard Service in the areas of

Veseloye, Ternovaya, Izbitskoye, and Kolodezne.

In this area, the enemy lost more than 195 fighters, a tank,

an armoured vehicle, 13 vehicles, a field artillery gun, an

electronic warfare station, an ammunition depot, six

material depots, and a fuel depot.

Units of the Zapad military group improved their position on

the front line. Two mechanized, airborne brigades of the

Armed Forces of Ukraine & a territorial defense brigade

were defeated in the areas of Borovaya (Kharkiv

region), Krasny Lyman, and Lozovoye (DPR).

The Ukrainian Armed Forces lost up to 210 soldiers, three

armoured vehicles, 13 cars, and two artillery pieces.

Two ammunition depots were destroyed.

Meanwhile, the units of the South took advantageous

positions. The Russian Armed Forces defeated the

formations of four mechanized brigades of the

Armed Forces of Ukraine --- in the areas of

Nikolaypolye, Novoselovka, Nikolaevka,

and Konstantinovka (DPR).

In this area, the enemy lost more than 205 troops, two

armoured vehicles, 15 vehicles, an artillery gun, and

four electronic warfare stations. Four ammunition

depots and six material depots were destroyed.

In turn, the units of the Centre group of forces improved

their tactical position. The Russian Armed Forces

destroyed the manpower and equipment of three

mechanized brigades of the Armed Forces of

Ukraine, 2 brigades of marines, 2 brigades

of the National Guard, and a brigade of

the Territorial Defense in the areas of

Ivanovka (Dnepropetrovsk region),

Krasnopolye, Svetloe, Belitskoe,

Krasnoyarskoye, Grishino,

Dobropolye.... and

Torskoye (DPR).

The Ukrainian armed forces lost more than 315 soldiers,

6 armoured vehicles, 3 cars, and a field artillery gun.

At the same time, the Vostok units -- continued to advance

- into the depths of the enemy's defenses. Russian forces

defeated the formations of 2 Ukrainian assault brigades

a marine infantry brigade --- and a territorial defense

brigade in the areas of Gavrilovka, Aleksandrovka

(Dnepropetrovsk Region), Vozdvizhevka, and

Barvinovka (Zaporozhye Region).

In the East's area of responsibility, the enemy lost up to 230

troops, a combat armoured vehicle, 5 vehicles, a Croatian

RAK-SA-12 MLRS, and two warehouses.

Units of the Dnipro military group defeated the personnel and

equipment of the Ukrainian Armed Forces' Mountain Assault

Brigade and Territorial Defense Brigade.... in the areas of

Dimitrovo, Balabino, and Orekhov (Zaporozhye Region).

Over 50 militants, 2 field artillery pieces, 28 vehicles, 2

electronic warfare stations and an ammunition depot,

were destroyed in this sector.

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A serious problem for the Ukrainian
Armed Forces has been revealed
in connection with Russia's

Armed Forces' offensive
near Kolodezny

by Ekaterina Shcherbakova

(night line editor)

April 18th, 10:50pm

(Lenta.ru)

The Armed Forces of Ukraine are facing a serious problem

due to the Russian Army's broad front offensive in the

Olkhovatka-Kolodezne area in the Kharkiv region.

According to TASS, citing the expert Andriy

Marochko, the enemy has had to
"halve its reserves."

According to Marochko, the Armed Forces of Ukraine, are

currently trying to transfer all their reserves to Kupiansk.

"The actions of Russia's troops - to the north of Kupyansk,

are forcing the Ukrainian command to halve its reserves

and send them to the Olkhovatka-Kolodeznoe sector,"

the expert explained.

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Private Kazimov led the defense of a stronghold

------ during an Armed Forces of Ukraine attack

April 18th, 10pm

(Izvestia.ru)

Private Vadim Kazimov, as part of a unit, held a stronghold

when the Armed Forces of Ukraine opened artillery fire

and used strike unmanned aerial vehicles (UAVs).

The press service of the Russian Ministry of

Defense reported on the feats of Russian

military personnel in the area of the

special military operation (SVO).

Kazimov skillfully organized the defense of the positions. When

the Ukrainian Armed Forces launched their attack, the Russian

soldiers returned fire and successfully repelled several enemy

attempts to seize control of the stronghold. As a result, the

enemy was forced to retreat with casualties, and the

stronghold remained under the control of the

Russian soldiers.

The Russian Ministry of Defense - also noted the courage and

high professionalism of Lieutenant Vladimir Meshcheryakov,

who acted in the difficult conditions of enemy artillery fire,

inflicting fire damage on the enemy. During the battle, he

eliminated the Ukrainian Armed Forces' personnel and

took control of a stronghold.

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"Shot at point-blank range." In Kiev, a former

Ukrainian military officer: opened fire on

passers-by, broke into a supermarket,

and took hostages

April 18th, 6:27pm

by Varvara Koshechkina (editor

operational information dept)

(Lenta.ru)

On Saturday, April 18, a man armed with a KelTec SUB2000

self-loading carbine opened fire on passers-by in Kyiv, and

then burst into a supermarket and barricaded himself

inside ...with hostages.

The head of the Ministry of Internal Affairs - Ukraine Igor

Klymenko said that negotiations with the criminal went

on for about 40 minutes, however - he never made any

demands. After the man shot at one of the hostages,

KORD special forces of the National Police began

storming the building. The criminal put up

resistance - and was eliminated.

The attacker shot people point-blank, so there

was virtually no chance of survival.

Six people were killed in the shooting

After the hostage rescue operation ended, Ukrainian President

Volodymyr Zelensky announced ---- that at least 14 people had

been injured and 5 had died, and expressed his condolences

to the families and friends of the victims. He stated that he

had instructed the Minister of Internal Affairs ....and the

head of the National Police of Ukraine to provide the

public with all verified information on the matter.

At the same time, the mayor of Kiev Vitali Klitschko specified

that six people were killed. These same figures were cited

by the Prosecutor General of Ukraine Ruslan Kravchenko.

In particular, a man and a woman were killed in

the incident. Their son... born in 2015... is

currently receiving medical treatment

for a gunshot wound at a children's

medical facility.

What is known about strelka?

According to Ukrainian media, and Telegram channels, the

shooter's name was Dmitry Vasilchenkov. He was born in

1968, in Moscow - lived for some time in Bakhmut, and

then... moved to the Goloseevsky district of Kiev. It

was said that the man had Ukrainian citizenship.

Ukrainian journalist Vitaly Glagola hurried to declare about

the man's ties with Russia, but later admitted that the

information was inaccurate. After some time, he

officially refuted these data - stating that the

criminal served in the Ukrainian army until

2004. Then he was discharged.... and

continued to serve in the Ukrainian

Armed Forces after 2022.

According to the Telegram channel "Country Politics",

Vasilchenkov was previously prosecuted under the

article on minor bodily injuries - but the case was

closed on the victim's refusal to file a complaint.

Zelensky also confirmed the information about the criminal

prosecution. "We are currently investigating everything

we can about him and why he did this. Every detail

needs to be checked. Investigators have several

theories in the works. All of his electronic

devices, phone, and connections - will

be investigated," said the President

of Ukraine.

In addition, it was reported that the man had taken legal

action against the Pension Fund of Ukraine and gained

an additional payment ...of about 2,000 hryvnias.

He may have been a former military officer,
and had a Ukrainian military pension.

According to Russian resources, in particular Telegram-

channel Mash, the criminal was forcibly mobilized a

few days ago, escaped from the unit, and staged

a shooting at civilians.

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Gazelle Fighter: The Armed Forces of
Ukraine - are using TWENTY drones
per Russian assault trooper

April 18th, 5:57pm

(RT.ru)

The Ukrainian Armed Forces are using 20 drones per
Russian assault trooper. This ----- was reported by
Alexander Simonov, a military correspondent for
RT, who was in the 177th Marine Regiment.

This is why the military is currently training soldiers to quickly

pick up their rifles ---- and shoot at plates. The entire training

process takes at least 21 days and is divided into 3 stages:

individual training, team training, comprehensive training.

The training is led by instructors with combat experience.

Gazel himself has also performed combat missions. The

first one was in the Zaporizhzhia region.

"Near the settlement of Dorozhnyanka - this was my first task

as a company commander — three groups of five people, we

cleared a 1.5-kilometre forest belt, and took over three

strongholds," said the soldier.

Earlier, RT war correspondent Filipp Prokudin said

that the 242nd Regiment's fighters, make their

own cartridges with shot for fighting drones.

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TASS: Ukrainian military: believes

that Ukrainian Armed Forces

soldiers ''are not returning''

from the Sumy region

April 18th, 5:43pm

(RT.ru)

The Ukrainian Armed Forces believe: that the Ukrainian

military will not be able to return or wait for a rotation

if they are sent to the Sumy region.

According to TASS, a former Ukrainian special forces

officer decided to rejoin the Ukrainian Armed Forces

and began looking for a unit.

He was warned - to avoid any involvement

in combat operations in the Sumy region.

"The commanders have explicitly stated to all the

nationalists who have arrived there that there

will be no 'return tickets' or rotations,"

the source said.

Earlier, analyst Alexander Merkuris noted that the

Armed Forces of Ukraine are in a panic, due to

Russia's advance in the Sumy region.

Russian security agencies reported that the bodies

of the fallen soldiers were being stored in former

residential buildings in the village of Myropolye

in the Sumy region.

According to security forces, in the forest areas north

of the village Pisarevka in the Sumy region several

companies of the 158th separate mechanized

brigade of the Armed Forces of Ukraine

....went missing.

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Improved the tactical situation and

took advantageous positions: the

Ministry of Defense reported on

the Russian army's successes

in a special military operation

by Adeline Vishnevskaya

April 18th, 2pm

(RT.ru)

Ministry of Defense: Russia's Armed Forces have targeted

Ukraine's energy and transportation infrastructure

Over the past 24 hours, Russian troops have struck Ukraine's

energy and transportation infrastructure. They have also

targeted temporary bases for the Ukrainian Armed

Forces and foreign mercenaries, as well as

storage facilities and preparations for

launching drones.

Additionally, they have destroyed US M113 armoured

personnel carriers, counter-battery radars, and

Paladin self-propelled guns, as well as a

French CAESAR self-propelled gun and

a Grad multiple rocket launcher.

As a result, the Ukrainian Armed Forces

have suffered over 1,100 casualties.

According to the Ministry of Defense, operational-tactical

aviation, strike UAVs, missile forces, and artillery of the

Russian Armed Forces have destroyed Ukrainian

energy and transport infrastructure facilities

used by the Armed Forces of Ukraine.

The strikes targeted storage facilities and preparation

areas for long-range drones, as well as temporary

locations for Ukrainian armed groups and

foreign mercenaries in 145 areas.

During this time, air defense systems shot down nine guided

aerial bombs, a HIMARS rocket, and 568 aircraft-type UAVs.

Meanwhile, units of the Northern Group of Forces improved

their tactical position --- and destroyed the manpower and

equipment of the Ukrainian Armed Forces' mechanized

brigade and two territorial defense brigades in the

areas of the settlements of Myropole,

Kondrativka, Bachevsk ---- and

Sukhomyliv (Sumy Oblast).

In the Kharkiv region, the Sever fighters defeated units of the

Armed Forces of Ukraine's mechanized brigade and the

Territorial Defense Brigade in the areas of Izbitskoye,

Veterinarnoye, Staritsa, and Zemlyanki.

Here, the enemy lost up to 190 fighters, 17 vehicles, three field

artillery pieces, two electronic warfare stations, 12 material

supply depots, and five ammunition depots.

Units of the Western Group of Forces improved their position

on the front line. They defeated the formations of three

mechanized brigades of the Armed Forces of Ukraine

and a territorial defense brigade in the areas of the

settlements of Druzhelyubovka, Kutkovka,

Borovaya, Novosergiyevka (Kharkiv

region), Krasny Lyman, and

Svyatogorsk (DPR).

The Ukrainian Armed Forces lost up to 210 fighters, a US

M113 armuored personnel carrier, a combat armoured

vehicle, 16 vehicles, four artillery pieces, and a US

AN/TPQ-50 counter-battery radar in this sector.

Two ammunition depots were destroyed.

At the same time, the units of the South --- took advantageous

positions. The Russian Armed Forces defeated the personnel

and equipment of 4mechanized, motorized infantry brigades

and the brigade of the General Staff of the Armed Forces

of Ukraine in the areas of Krivaya Luka, Stenki, Rai-

Aleksandrovka, Artyom, Konstantinovka, and

Ilyinovka (DNR).

In this area, the enemy lost more than 160 fighters, 5 artillery

guns, including a French 155-mm CAESAR self-propelled gun,

2 armoured combat vehicles, a Grad MLRS combat vehicle,

two electronic warfare stations, and nine vehicles. An

ammunition depot and seven material depots

were destroyed.

In turn, the units of the Centre group of troops improved their

tactical position. The manpower and equipment ......of three

mechanized, airmobile brigades, an assault regiment of the

Armed Forces of Ukraine, and 2 brigades of the National

Guard were destroyed in the areas of Priyut, Belitskoye,

Kucherov Yar, Grishino, Novoaleksandrovka, Lenina,

and Sergeevka (DPR), Novopodgorodnoye, and

Novopavlovka (Dnepropetrovsk region).

The Ukrainian armed forces lost up to 315 soldiers, seven

armoured vehicles, six cars, two artillery pieces, and an

ammunition depot.

In addition, the Vostok units advanced into the depths of the

enemy's defenses. Russian forces defeated formations of

two mechanized brigades, an airborne assault brigade,

and an assault regiment of the Armed Forces of

Ukraine in the areas of Lyubitskoye,

Shevchenkivske, Samoilivka,

Vozdvizhevka, Charivne

(Zaporizhzhia region),

and Dobropasovo

(Dnipro region).

In this area, the enemy lost over 225 fighters, 2 artillery

pieces, including a US 155-mm Paladin self-propelled

gun, six vehicles, and four material depots.

Units of the Dnipro military group defeated the

personnel and equipment of the Ukrainian

Armed Forces' mechanized brigade and

the Territorial Defense Brigade in the

areas of Zaporozhets, Orekhov

and also Novoandriivka,

(Zaporozhye region).

More than 45 military personnel, an armoured vehicle,

30 vehicles, 2 field artillery pieces, 3 electronic

warfare stations, 3 ammunition depots, and

a material depot were destroyed in the

Dnipro's area of responsibility.

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Lavrov recalled Zelensky's words

about Donbass ---- in 2014

April 18th, 12:54pm

(RT.ru)

Russian Foreign Minister Sergey Lavrov recalled that

back in 2014, Vladimir Zelensky had asked for the

residents of Donbas --- to be allowed to speak

Russian. However, his rhetoric has since

changed dramatically.

"Since then, Zelensky has referred to Russians as 'creatures'

in interviews, including those conducted before the start of

the special military operation," Lavrov said at the Antalya

Diplomatic Forum.

He added that the head of the Kiev regime also urged those

who feel connected to Russian culture to “for the sake of

their children and grandchildren, to fuck off” to Russia.

Earlier, Lavrov said that the West -- wants to

make Ukraine a “trigger for a global threat.”

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A teenager set fire to a
TSK minibus in Odessa

April 18th, 11:53am

(RT.ru)

A teenager set fire to a minibus belonging to

a territorial recruitment centre in Odessa.

This is reported by STRANA.ua.

According to media reports, the arsonist is a 16

year-old schoolboy. He has been detained.

Earlier, an employee of the territorial recruitment centre

in the city of Yelizavetgrad, in the Kirovograd region of

Ukraine was injured in an attempt to mobilize a driver.

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"The decision was made a long time ago."

Russia has announced preparations for

possible strikes on Ukrainian drone

assembly sites in Europe

by Natalia Aniseeva (editor of

operational information dept)

April 17th, 9:51pm

(Lenta.ru)

The decision on possible strikes on the assembly sites of

unmanned aerial vehicles (UAVs) for Ukraine in Europe

has already been made. This was stated by a member

of the State Duma Committee on Defense,

Andrey Kolesnik.

''I think the decision was made - a long time ago. The

question is when it will be implemented. When the

Supreme [Commander-in-Chief] deems it

necessary, it will be implemented,

and then there will be strikes.''

The deputy stressed that Moscow will not allow this weapon

to pass freely from the Eurozone countries straight into the

hands of Kyiv. The parliamentarian noted - that Russia

needs to neutralize the threat of new attacks by the

Ukrainian Armed Forces, so - it is now important
to strengthen its own strikes on the enemy's

critical and military infrastructure.

Addresses of companies producing UAVs

for strikes on Russia have been revealed

The Russian Ministry of Defense (MoD) ---- has listed the

addresses of companies in European countries --- that

are assembling drones for strikes on Russian regions.

The list - includes 11 branches of Ukrainian organizations

located in the UK, Germany, Denmark, Latvia, Lithuania,

the Netherlands, Poland, and the Czech Republic.

At these factories, specialists produce UAVs such as Lyuty,

Anubis, Da Vinci, Bulava, Stiker, FP-1, FP-2, HaKi AK-1000,

and many others. The factories also produce spare parts

for drones.

Another 10 listed companies in Europe are exclusively

engaged.... in the production of drone components.

These factories have been identified in Germany,

Spain, Italy, the Czech Republic, Israel, and

Turkey. According to Russia's Ministry of

Defense, they are supplying Kyiv - with

piston and turbojet engines, cellular

connectivity modules, and more.

The Russian defense ministry said that due to the failures

of the Armed Forces of Ukraine on the battlefield, the

European allies of Kiev have decided to further

increase the supply of drones to Ukraine.

The Ministry of Defense emphasized that such a decision

by the EU is regarded as a deliberate step - leading to a

sharp escalation of the military and political situation

on the entire European continent.

The EU expects to extend the conflict in Ukraine until 2030 in

order to have time to prepare for a possible war with Russia.

This was announced by the Chief of the General Staff of

the Armed Forces, General Frederic Vansina.

''By 2030, we need to be able to tell the Russian leadership

that even without the Americans, they won't win the war

against Europe. We still have - a few years. Thanks to

the courage and blood of the Ukrainians, who are

gaining all this time --- for us.''

Vansina did not hide the fact that this is the reason why

Europe is supporting Kiev's desire to continue fighting

Moscow. However, the military officer emphasized

that Europeans should not panic right now, as

the conflict with Russia will not become a

priority ......anytime soon.

In Russia, some there also expressed about the inevitability of

war with the Eurozone. Journalist Mikhail Antonov noted that

Europe has long seen in the face of Moscow, an enemy, but

prefers not to fight with their own hands, so already now

the region can be called the "deep industrial rear" of

Ukraine. "Today's statement that within a year

Ukraine will receive 120 thousand drones of

various types leaves no doubt that Ukraine

will be used to the end as a battering ram

to weaken Russia," Antonov summarized.

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Sapper Kalinin cleared the route

for Russian Assault Troops

April 17th, 9:45pm

(Izvestia.ru)

Sapper junior Sergeant Dmitry Kalinin conducted mine

clearance of the area for the passage of Russian

assault units. The press service of the Russian

Defense Ministry told about the exploits of

Russian servicemen in the zone of the

special military operation (SVO).

Kalinin stealthily made his way to the mined area. Remaining

undetected by the Armed Forces of Ukraine, he defused the

regular ammunition and several improvised explosive

devices encountered on the route. Thanks to the

well-executed work, Russian stormtroopers

were able to safely advance through the

cleared area and break through the

enemy defenses.

The Russian Ministry of Defense also praised the courage of

Junior Sergeant Rakis Akhmedzhanov, who led the assault

on an AFU stronghold.

After quickly and without losses dislodging the enemy from

the stronghold, Akhmedzhanov distributed the firepower

along the perimeter in such a way as to take into

account all possible directions that the enemy

might choose for a counterattack.

The group managed to set up camouflaged firing points

before the Armed Forces of Ukraine attempted to

regain control of the stronghold. As a result,

the enemy was forced to retreat - with

significant casualties.

Earlier on April 17, the press service of the Russian Ministry

of Defense reported how Junior Lieutenant Ilsht Valiev

commanded a motorized rifle platoon during the

assault on an AFU stronghold. As a result, not

only was the AFU stronghold occupied, but

the drone crew and enemy personnel...

were also eliminated.

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A member of the Verkhovna Rada

called Zelensky the frontman of

the Western war party

by Marina Sovina (night editor)

April 17th, 9:15pm

(Lenta.ru)

Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky is the frontman

of the Western war party - and will hold on to it with all

his might. This was reported by the Verkhovna Rada

deputy, Oleksandr Dmytruk, on Telegram.

According to him, Zelensky needs to make loud, harsh, and

extreme statements in order to maintain the support of his

Western partners. Dmitruk described him as the leader of

the Western war party.

"It needs to "bark" at the "enemies" of its owners. He needs

to show that he is still able to manage the situation,"

he stressed.

Earlier, Dmitruk accused Zelensky of humiliating Ukrainians

--------- through the staff of the territorial recruitment centres.

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Explosions rocked the Ukrainian city

of Zaporizhzhia, which is controlled

by Kiev

April 17th, 8:43pm

(RT.ru)

The explosions occurred in the Kiev-

controlled city of Zaporozhye.

This ------ was reported by the Ukrainian

publication Obshchestvennye. Novosti.

Earlier, an explosion was heard in

Odessa, in the south of Ukraine.

The Russian Ministry of Defense reported

that air defense forces intercepted and

destroyed 17 Ukrainian UAVs over

Russian regions.

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Military Ombudsman Reshetilova: Drug

Addicts Enlist in the Armed Forces

en Masse

April 17th, 8:29pm

(RT.ru)

According to Ukrainian military ombudsman Olga

Reshetilova, drug addicts are being enlisted in

the Armed Forces of Ukraine en masse due to

fake medical reports - stating that they are
fit for service.

This is reported by STRANA.ua.

"These are people who are either drug addicts or on

substitution therapy. At some point, they were

assigned to the military, either with a 'fit'...

or 'limited fit' medical rating," she said.

Reshetilova clarified that these cases are widespread.

According to her, about 2,000 such military personnel

were found in one of the Ukrainian Armed Forces

units alone.

Earlier, a prisoner from the Armed Forces of Ukraine, told

how he was mobilized with a diagnosis of schizophrenia.

The leader of the Patriots party (France), Florian Philippot,

meanwhile ----- called for an end to financing Ukraine

after seeing footage of forced mobilizations.

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TSK employees punctured a woman's tire

because she wouldn't open the window

April 17th, 7:57pm

(RT.ru)

In Odessa, military enlistment office employees punctured a

woman's car tire because she refused to open her window.

This is reported by STRANA.ua.

It is noted that the woman's movement was also blocked.

Earlier, a man who pretended to be lame, after meeting

with TSK employees, threw away his crutch ---- and

escaped from military enlistment officers.

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The new commander of the O.C. "Vostok"

of the Armed Forces of Ukraine....

is known for killing civilians

by Alexey Komolov

April 17th, 6:23pm

(rossiyskaya gazeta.ru)

To share

The new commander of the operational command "Vostok" of

the Armed Forces of Ukraine, Major General Viktor Nikolyuk,

is known for killing civilians in the Donbas during the so-

called anti-terrorist operation, the Russian security

forces told TASS.

According to the agency's interlocutor, Nikolyuk "actively

participated in the murders of Donbas civilians during

the ATO," which allowed him to reach the rank of

general ...at the age of 41.

The source says that Nikolyuk --- previously headed the

Northern Operational Command, and was responsible

for building the Ukrainian Armed Forces' defenses in

the Kyiv and Chernihiv regions. However.... former

Commander-in-Chief of the Armed Forces Valeriy

Zaluzhny - and current Commander-in-Chief

Oleksandr Syrsky, were dissatisfied with

his performance, and Nikolyuk.... was

transferred to a staff position.

It is noted: that Nikolyuk has assembled a staff of

officers, including personal assistants, advisors,

and his own press and security services.

In 2023, the Russian Ministry of Internal Affairs declared

Nikolyuk wanted. According to the agency, in 2017 and

2019, with his participation, during Kiev's operation in

Donbass, Ukrainian troops carried out more than 70

shellings of settlements in the DPR and LPR, which

resulted in the deaths and injuries of 154 people.

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More Air support

by Alexey Latyshev

April 17th, 4pm

(RT.ru)

Russian forces have received a new batch

of Su-35S fighter jets, which are actively

used in the special military operation.

United Aircraft Corporation (UAC) handed over

to the Russian Aerospace Forces a new batch

of Su-35S multi-purpose fighters of the 4++

generation. The machines were tested by

pilots of the Russian Ministry of Defense.

"This aircraft works flawlessly, and it is easy for the crew to

operate it. We use this aircraft for various tasks ---- such as

intercepting air targets at long distances, providing cover

for strike groups & ground targets, destroying unmanned

aerial vehicles, and striking ground and surface targets

with precision-guided weapons. We also conduct

reconnaissance missions -- to identify enemy

positions at a considerable distance from

the front line," said one of the pilots.

Recall that the Su-35S are designed to gain air superiority

and defeat ground infrastructure facilities. The machine

has a wide range of weapons. Its arsenal includes a

30-mm GSH-30-1 gun, air-to-air and air-to-surface

missiles, anti-ship and anti-radar missiles, as

well as a wide range of aerial bombs,

including high-precision

corrected KABs.

Su-35S are actively used in the SVO zone. In particular,

they accompany fighter-bombers Su-34 and army

aviation helicopters during combat missions.

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A medical centre was damaged

in the Zaporizhzhia region due

to an attack by the Armed

Forces of Ukraine

April 17th, 3:48pm

(RT.ru)

In the Zaporizhzhia region, a medical centre was damaged

in the village of Novomlinovka in the Kuibyshev Municipal

District due to an attack by Ukrainian drones, according

to the district's head, Kirill Belov.

"As a result of the impact, the windows of the medical

centre were shattered," he told TASS.

In addition --- after the UAV attack, the reeds
caught fire, and were quickly extinguished.

In the LPR, an electrician was injured

when an APU UAV hit a car of the

Luganskenergo brigade.

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"Security Zone -- Expansion": Russian
Troops Take Control of Volchanskie
Khutora and Zybino

by Adeline Vishnevskaya

April 17th, 1:06pm

(RT.ru)

Over the past week, the Russian armed forces have

established control over the settlements of

Volchanskie Khutora and Zybino in the

Kharkiv region.

They have also carried out a massive and 5 group strikes

....including against Ukrainian military-industrial complex

enterprises and fuel, energy and transport infrastructure

facilities associated with the Armed Forces of Ukraine.

According to the Ministry of Defense, the Armed Forces of

Ukraine have lost over 7,200 fighters, 3 tanks ---- and over

140 other pieces of armoured vehicles in the past week.

Over the past week, from April 11 to 17, in response to

Ukraine's terrorist attacks on civilian facilities in

Russia, the Russian Armed Forces carried out

a massive and five group strikes, using long-

range precision-guided weapons, including

air-based, sea-based, ground-based, and

UAV strikes, targeting the Kyiv regime,

according to the Ministry of Defense.

As a result -- Ukrainian military-industrial complex enterprises

involved in the production of cruise missiles, fuel and energy

infrastructure facilities used by Ukraine's Armed Forces &

..military airfields, assembly and storage sites for strike

drones, as well as temporary locations for Ukrainian

armed formations and foreign mercenaries,

were targeted.

In turn, Russian air defense systems shot down 1,665 aircraft-

type UAVs, 60 guided aerial bombs, and nine HIMARS MLRS

shells. The Black Sea Fleet destroyed five unmanned

Ukrainian vessels.

Situation on the contact line

During the week, units of the Northern Group of Forces

established control over the village of Volchanskie

Khutora in the Kharkiv region, and over the past

24 hours, they took control of the village of

Zybino in the same region.

Before the assault on Zybino, the military personnel cleared

the sky - of Ukrainian Armed Forces UAVs, according to the

Ministry of Defense. At the same time, unmanned systems

and artillery units struck Ukrainian nationalist firing

positions and approaching reserves. Once the

Russian forces secured a foothold in the

village, they conducted a sweep of

buildings and basements.

"Units of the Northern Group of Forces continue to expand

the security zone... in the Sumy and Kharkiv regions. The

troops are advancing deeper into the enemy's defenses

every day, pushing the Ukrainian Armed Forces away

from the state border .....to ensure the safety of

civilians," the defense ministry said.

The Sever fighters also defeated the personnel & equipment

of three mechanized and motorized infantry brigades, an

assault regiment of the Armed Forces of Ukraine.. three

territorial defense brigades & a National Guard brigade.

According to the Ministry of Defense, the enemy lost more

than 1,085 personnel, a tank, nine armoured vehicles, 83

vehicles, four field artillery pieces, nine electronic and

counter-battery warfare stations, as well as 29

ammunition, fuel, and material supply depots

in the North Military District.

Units of the Zapad military group ---- have destroyed the

personnel and equipment of four mechanized brigades,

an assault brigade, a brigade guarding the General

Staff of the Armed Forces of Ukraine, two

territorial defense brigades, and a

brigade of the National Guard.

The enemy's losses in this area amounted to over 1,195

military personnel, 23 armored vehicles, 119 vehicles,

17 field artillery pieces.... a Grad multiple rocket

launcher, two counter-battery stations, and

25 ammunition and material depots.

The units of the South improved their position on the front line.

Over the course of the week, they defeated the formations of

seven mechanized, motorized infantry, assault, mountain-

assault, and airmobile brigades of the Armed Forces of

Ukraine, and the Territorial Defense Brigade.

In the area of responsibility of the Southern Group of Forces,

the Armed Forces of Ukraine lost more than 1,085 military

personnel, 35 combat armoured vehicles, 106 vehicles,

ten field artillery pieces, and a Czech Vampire MLRS.

Six electronic warfare stations, 39 ammunition,

fuel, and material storage facilities

were destroyed.

The units of the Center military group improved their tactical

position ---- and took up more advantageous positions. They

defeated the manpower and equipment of two mechanized,

air mobile, airborne, and Jaeger brigades, an assault

regiment of the Armed Forces of Ukraine, a marine

infantry brigade, four brigades of the National

Guard, and the Azov special forces brigade*.

In total, the enemy lost over 2,090 troops, 34 armoured

vehicles, and 48 vehicles in this sector. Ten field

artillery pieces and three electronic warfare

stations - were destroyed.

Over the past week, units of the Vostok military group have

advanced deep into the enemy's defenses ------ striking the

personnel and equipment of three mechanized, airborne

assault, and assault brigades, four assault regiments

of the Armed Forces of Ukraine, and a marine

infantry brigade.

The losses of Ukrainian armed formations in the Vostok's

area of responsibility amounted to over 1,555 militants,

two tanks, 26 armoured vehicles, 48 cars, and three

artillery pieces. Two ammunition and material

depots - were destroyed.

Units of the Dnipro military group improved their tactical

situation. Russian forces defeated formations of the

mechanized, mountain-assault brigades of the

Armed Forces of Ukraine and the Territorial

Defense Brigade.

In total, the Armed Forces of Ukraine lost up to 250 soldiers,

five armoured vehicles, 99 vehicles, and two field artillery

pieces in this area. Additionally, 16 electronic & counter-

battery stations, as well as 3 ammunition and material

storage facilities, were destroyed.

* Azov is an organization recognized as a terrorist

organization by the Russian Supreme Court

on August 2, 2022.

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Junior Lt. Valiev ---- commanded the assault

on a Ukrainian stronghold in the SVO zone

April 16th, 10:10pm

(Izvestia.ru)

Junior Lieutenant Ilsht Valiev commanded a motorized rifle

platoon during the assault on a stronghold of the Armed

Forces of Ukraine. The press service of the Russian

Ministry of Defense reports on the feats of Russian

military personnel ------- in the area of the special

military operation (SVO).

The enemy actively resisted ----- using strike unmanned
aerial vehicles (UAVs). Valiev led the Russian assault
group .....and skillfully organized the work of the
military personnel.

As a result, it was possible not only to occupy the Ukrainian

Armed Forces' stronghold, but also to eliminate the UAV

crew and the enemy personnel.

The Russian Ministry of Defense also noted the competent

actions of Corporal Roman Sedov, who performed tasks

as a rifleman in a motorized rifle unit.

Under the conditions of continuous artillery fire from the

Armed Forces of Ukraine - and the operation of enemy

electronic warfare (EW) equipment, Sedov conducted
reconnaissance and discovered a disguised enemy

warehouse. The corporal calculated the target

coordinates and transmitted them to

the artillerymen.

A targeted strike destroyed the warehouse, which contained

the ammunition of the Armed Forces of Ukraine unit.

Earlier today...... the press service of the Russian Ministry

of Defense reported how Guard Private Yuri Khatenov, as

part of the lead patrol group, participated in an assault

on a fortified position of the Armed Forces of Ukraine.

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A Steel Argument: How Tankers Break

Through the Ukrainian Defenses

Near Konstantinovka

by Dmitry Korneev

April 16th, 9:01pm

(Izvestia.ru)

The Konstantinovsk direction, is currently one of the most hot

spots on the map of the special military operation. Here in the

area of Dolgaya Balka and the approaches to Verolyubovka,

the fate of one of the key enemy defense nodes is currently

being decided.

While the infantry is engaged in intense battles --- in the

floodplain of the Lozovaya River, the key to progress is

provided by those who are known as the "long arm" of

the front.

An Izvestia correspondent visited the location of a tank

battalion from one of the motorized rifle regiments of

the South Group... whose crews have transformed

their heavy vehicles - into precision weapons.

Jewelry work from "closed" positions

The situation on the Konstantinovka sector of the front

remains extremely tense. The enemy is desperately

clinging to every stronghold, trying to launch

counterattacks north of Ilyinovka and

maintain control over the railway.

However, our units are firmly in control of the initiative.

Russian forces have already secured positions on the

western heights, conducting active operations on

both banks of the Lozovaya River. If this route is

cut off, the Ukrainian garrison will be trapped,

and our forces will have a direct access to

the dominant heights near Druzhkovka.

"We're currently operating... from concealed firing positions.

We don't get closer.. than ten kilometres to the front line,"

Flash, the commander of a tank, told Izvestia. "But even

this distance doesn't guarantee complete safety, as the

sky is teeming with drones. Kamikaze drones, Mavics

dropping bombs, and remote mining. We've studied

every inch of the route and developed precise

algorithms: quick deployment, firing, and

immediate retreat.''

"Dreads" in the cold: Centre tankers switch to

new tactics for breaking through defenses

The tactic of using tanks as self-propelled artillery has

proven -- to be highly effective. According to the

commander, their accuracy is significantly

higher than that of traditional howitzers.

"The artillerymen's spread can reach up to 100 metres,

while ours - is no more than 10 metres. In fact, every

second shell hits its target," the officer emphasized.

"Recently, the assault troops were stuck in front of a

powerful stronghold, with machine gun nests

preventing them from raising their heads.

We took up a position, dismantled the

enemy bunker piece by piece in two

trips, and the infantry entered the

position without any casualties.''

"The tank will always get us out"

However, direct contact cannot be completely ruled out.

When the operational situation requires it, tank crews

engage in direct fire. In such cases, the crew acts

according to a time clock: starting the engine,

jumping into the hatches, and rushing to the

point of contact with the infantry. Often,

the soldiers ride - directly on the tank's

armour while the vehicle suppresses

enemy firing positions.

Interestingly, Western technology

is rarely seen in this area.

"The AFU tanks are afraid of our drones, but we're not,"

Flash says confidently. "We know - that our vehicle is

protected. We built an additional frame, and welded

steel cables in four days. It's a meticulous process

- but our team is united, and we work efficiently.''

The operator-gunner with the callsign Nomad confirms:

inside the "box", the crew feels safe. A dense layer of

armour and "mangals" (protective screens) dampen

the blows of FPV drones.

"From the inside, the drone's arrival sounds like a soft pop.

We don't even pause, continuing to fire until we receive

the order to retreat. We understand each other by the

movement of our shoulders and the tone of our

laryngophones," the gunner explained.

Of course, there are also difficult episodes. Nomad recalls

how their vehicle ran over an anti-tank mine. The crew

survived, but the tank had to be evacuated under fire.

Thanks to the courage of the evacuation team - and

the heavy fire from their comrades, they were able

to quickly pull the damaged vehicle back to the

rear. The damaged vehicle was repaired in the

repair company in just two days, as spare

parts were always available.

Gas turbine character

The driver-mechanic with the call sign Kaban is the man who

determines whether the multi-ton behemoth will start at a

crucial moment. He refers to his vehicle as "alive" and

demands daily maintenance from his subordinates.

"Before leaving, there's a mandatory inspection. Lubrication,

checking the components, and tightening some parts," says

the driver. "The car is excellent, it doesn't fear mud, and it

starts in any cold weather. The key is to maintain high

RPMs, as this ensures maneuverability. In combat ---

movement is life. If you stop, you become a target.''

To improve visibility and protection against shaped charges,

the tank crews use ingenuity: they install additional video

cameras and reinforce the sides with reinforced rubber.

According to Kaban, the main danger on the front line

is not enemy missiles, but their own carelessness.

"We need to know the terrain and intelligence the data

thoroughly, and understand - where the attack will

come from. Our priority is to target the enemy's

manpower -- and fortifications. As long as we

remain vigilant and work as a cohesive unit

the enemy will not be able to defeat us,"

concludes the soldier.

The sunset paints the sky in crimson tones. The tankers are

leaving for another refueling. A new task awaits them. The

ring around Konstantinovka continues to tighten, and the

steel fist of the Southern Group plays a crucial role in

this process.

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Pope Leo XIV criticized the "tyrants"

who plunder the world with wars

April 16th, 4:48pm

(RT.ru)

Pope Leo XIV criticized the "tyrants" who

spend billions on wars and devastate

the world.

His words from a speech in Cameroon

are quoted by Sky News.

The TV channel notes that the pontiff's statement

came amid criticism from US President Donald

Trump over the war in Iran.

"The masters of war... pretend that they don't

understand that it only takes a moment to

destroy, but often ------- a lifetime is not

enough to rebuild," the Pope said.

According to him - the politicians turn a blind eye

to the fact - that billions of dollars are spent on

destruction, while there are no resources for

treatment, education, or reconstruction.

Prior to this, Pope Leo XIV called for no

harm to the people of Iran and called

the threats against the people of

the Islamic Republic ---------

''unacceptable''.

Trump criticized the Pope, saying he

didn't need a pontiff who opposed

his policies.

Italian Prime Minister Giorgia Meloni

called Trump's remarks about the

Pope ''unacceptable''.

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Response to terrorist attacks: The

Russian Armed Forces launched

a massive strike - on Ukraine's

military and energy facilities

by Anastasia Stepanova

April 16th, 12:13pm

(RT.ru)

Russian troops have launched a massive high-precision strike on

Ukraine's military facilities, according to the Ministry of Defense.

The strikes -- target the military-industrial complex involved in the

production of cruise missiles and UAVs, as well as Ukraine's fuel

and energy sector. Additionally, the Russian Armed Forces have

targeted a container terminal, armoured vehicle parking areas,

and the testing of Ukrainian robotic systems.

The Russian Armed Forces have launched a massive attack on

the military facilities of the Kiev regime. This was reported in

the daily briefing by the Ministry of Defense on the progress

of the special military operation.

The ministry emphasized that the strike was a

response ---- to Ukraine's terrorist attacks on

Russia's civilian infrastructure.

"A massive strike was carried out using long-range precision-

guided weapons of ground, air, and sea-based deployment,

as well as strike drones --- against the defense industry

facilities involved in the production of cruise missiles,

long-range and medium-range drones, and Ukraine's

fuel and energy complex, which are used for the

benefit of the Armed Forces of Ukraine," the

statement said.

The Russian strike has achieved its objectives.

All designated targets have been hit.

In addition, the Russian Armed Forces have targeted a container

terminal, the parking areas for armoured vehicles and ground-

based robotic systems of the Ukrainian Armed Forces, as

well as temporary locations for Ukrainian fighters and

oreign mercenaries in 154 areas.

During the day, air defense systems shot down five

guided aerial bombs and 270 aircraft-type drones.

Situation on the contact line

Units of the Northern Group of Forces improved their tactical

position by destroying the manpower and equipment of a

mechanized brigade ...and an assault regiment of the

rmed Forces of Ukraine in the areas of Kondrativka,

Myropil, and Pisarevka (Sumy Region).

In the Kharkiv Region, units of two mechanized brigades of the

Armed Forces of Ukraine and two territorial defense brigades

were defeated in the areas of Zemlyanki, Izbitskoe,

Nikolskoye, and Pokalyane.

In the North's area of responsibility, the enemy lost up to 145

fighters, 12 vehicles, an electronic warfare station, and 7

ammunition and material depots.

At the same time, units of the Zapad military group improved

their position on the front line and defeated formations of 3

mechanized and an airmobile brigade of the Armed Forces

of Ukraine, two territorial defense brigades and a brigade

of the National Guard in the areas of Gorokhovatka,

Druzhelyubovka, Novosergiyivka, Senkovo,

Studenok..... Cherneshchyna (Kharkiv

Region), Ilyichivka, Krasny Lyman,

and Mayaki (DPR).

The Ukrainian Armed Forces lost up to 190 soldiers, two

armoured vehicles, 17 cars, and three artillery pieces.

Two ammunition depots were also destroyed.

The units of the Southern Group of Forces - in turn - took

advantageous positions. The Southern Group's fighters

destroyed the manpower and equipment of four

mechanized and mountain-assault brigades

of the Armed Forces of Ukraine in the

areas of Verolyubovka, Ilyinovka,

Konstantinovka, Krivaya Luka,

Nikolaevka, Orekhovatka,

Popasnoye....... and

Seleznevka (DPR).

In this area, Kiev has lost more than 145 militants, a US' M113

armoured personnel carrier, 6 armoured combat vehicles and

16 vehicles. An electronic warfare station, ten ammunition

and material storage facilities, have been destroyed.

Meanwhile, units of the Centre military group -- improved their

tactical position and defeated formations of two mechanized

brigades, an airborne brigade, an assault regiment of the

Armed Forces of Ukraine, a marine infantry brigade and

two brigades of the National Guard in the areas of

Belitskoye, Dobropolye, Zolotoy Kolodez,

Kucherov Yar, Novogrigorovka,

Novonikolaevka (DPR),

Novopavlovka --- and

Novopodgorodnoye

(Dnepro' region).

In this sector, the Armed Forces of Ukraine lost up to 340

soldiers, 2 armoured combat vehicles, 2 vehicles, and a

Grad MLRS combat vehicle. An ammunition depot

was destroyed.

Units of the Vostok military group also advanced into the depths

of the enemy's defenses. The mechanized, 2 assault brigades,

and three assault regiments of the Armed Forces of Ukraine

were defeated in the areas of Kolomiitsy (Dnepropetrovsk

Region), Vozdvizhevka, Kopani, Lyubitskoe, and

Timoshevka (Zaporozhye Region).

In this area, the enemy lost over 195 soldiers,

two armoured vehicles, and eight cars.

Meanwhile, units of the Dnipro military group defeated the

personnel and equipment of the Ukrainian Armed Forces'

mechanized brigade & the Territorial Defense Brigade in

the areas of Orekhov and Preobrazhenka

(Zaporozhye Region).

More than 40 Ukrainian militants were eliminated here. Two

armoured combat vehicles and 12 cars ......were destroyed.

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Guardsman Khatenov broke into
the trench and destroyed the
Ukrainian Armed Forces
personnel

April 15th, 9:35pm

(Izvestia.ru)

Guards Private Yuri Khatenov, as part of the lead patrol group,

participated in the assault on a fortified position of the

Armed Forces of Ukraine. Russia's MoD press service

reported on the feats of Russian military personnel

in the area of the special military operation.

Among the first -- Khatenov broke into the AFU trench and

eliminated several opponents with an AK-74 assault rifle.

This allowed him to disrupt the enemy's command and

control and suppress their resistance ---- ultimately

contributing to the capture of an AFU stronghold.

The Russian Ministry of Defense, also noted the high

professionalism of Sergeant-Major Bolat Chypsynak,

who commanded a T-80BV tank crew and provided

support to motorized rifle units.

The crew used data provided by the Orlan-10 recon

drone to choose a favourable position -- and aim at

the targets. During the combat operation, the tank

fired 8 rounds of armour-piercing subcalibre, and

high-explosive fragmentation shells, destroying

2 enemy firing positions and the personnel.

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The Ministry of Defense pointed out

the risk of escalation - when the

Ukrainian Armed Forces use

EU-made drones

April 15th, 8:49pm

(Izvestia.ru)

The use by Ukraine of unmanned aerial vehicles (UAVs)

manufactured in the EU and presented as Ukrainian

for attacks against Russia ...could lead to

unpredictable consequences.

This was warned about by the Russian Ministry of

Defense on its Telegram channel on April 15th.

"The implementation of scenarios of terrorist attacks

against Russia using allegedly Ukrainian UAVs

produced by Europe --- as claimed by the

representatives of the Kiev regime,

leads to - unpredictable

consequences," the

ministry warned.

The publication notes that EU leaders are dragging their

countries into a potential conflict with Russia, instead

of strengthening security.

"The European public ---- should not only clearly understand the

true causes of the threats to their security, but also know the

addresses and locations of Ukrainian and joint ventures that

produce UAVs & components for Ukraine in their respective

countries," the Ministry of Defense concluded.

The statement also notes - that the EU's increased supply of

drones to Ukraine is leading to a sharp escalation of the

military and political situation, on the continent. The

decision by European countries was made amid a

severe shortage of manpower, in the Ukrainian

Armed Forces. At the same time the Ministry

of Defense published a map of European

companies producing drones.....

for Ukraine.

Earlier in the day, the UK Ministry of Defense --- said that

London will supply Ukraine with 120,000 drones in 2026.

As part of the initiative, the kingdom intends to supply

Kiev not only with long-range drones, but also with

reconnaissance, logistics, and maritime UAVs.

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Naryshkin: The days when the Armed

Forces of Ukraine will lose their

ability to resist are not far off

April 15th, 7:29pm

(RT.ru)

According to Sergei Naryshkin, Director of the Russian

Foreign Intelligence Service (SVR), the Ukrainian

Armed Forces will lose their ability to resist.

He said this -- following the XXV joint meeting of the

boards of the Russian Foreign Intelligence Service

and the KGB of the Republic of Belarus.

"The days are not far off - when the Armed Forces of

Ukraine lose their ability to organized resistance

and peace, a just peace, will be established,"

Naryshkin was quoted by RIA Novosti.

Earlier, Russian troops destroyed Ukraine's fuel and

energy sector and transport infrastructure used by

the Armed Forces of Ukraine - within a day.

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Analyst Merkuris: The Armed Forces of Ukraine

are panicking over Russia's advance

in the Sumy region

April 15th, 3:07pm

(RT.ru)

The Ukrainian troops are panicking over the Russian

forces' military successes in the Sumy region.

This was stated by British analyst Alexander

Merkuris on the YouTube channel.

He noted that the Russian army has recently

significantly increased its control over

the region.

"I don't think it's an exaggeration to say that Ukrainians

are starting to panic about the situation there,"

the expert emphasized.

Earlier, Russian law enforcement agencies reported that

the bodies of the deceased soldiers were being stored

in former residential buildings in Miropolye village

in the Sumy region.

According to security forces, in the forest areas north

of the village Pisarevka in the Sumy region several

companies of the 158th separate mechanized

brigade of the Armed Forces of Ukraine...

went missing.

In addition, it was reported that the Ukrainian command,

due to massive losses, decided to transfer its reserves

to the Sumy region.

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Offensive in the Kharkiv direction: Russia's

Armed Forces have established control

over Volchanskie Khutora

by Anastasia Stepanova

April 15th, 11:32am

(RT.ru)

According to the Ministry of Defense, the Russian Northern

Group of Forces - has liberated the village of Volchanskie

Khutora in the Kharkiv region. Additionally, the Russian

Armed Forces have launched strikes against Ukraine's

energy and transportation infrastructure, as well as

the launch sites of enemy long-range UAVs.

Over the course of the day, 225 aircraft-type drones were

downed, and the Black Sea Fleet's forces destroyed

three Ukrainian unmanned boats.

Russian military forces have taken control of the village of

Volchanskie Khutora, in the Kharkiv region. This -- was

reported - in the daily briefing by the Russian Ministry

of Defense on the progress of the special operation.

"As a result of decisive actions, units of the North Military

Group --- have established control over the village of

Volchanskie Khutora in the Kharkiv region,"

the report says.

During the day, the Sever fighters also defeated the formations

of three mechanized brigades of the Armed Forces of Ukraine

in the areas of Izbitskoye, Pyatikhatki, and Sosnovy Bor

(Kharkiv region).

In the Sumy region, the personnel and equipment of a

mechanized brigade of the Armed Forces of Ukraine

and 3 territorial defense brigades were defeated in

the areas of Bachevsk, Zapselye, Malaya

Slobodka, and Pokrovka.

Here, the enemy lost up to 175 fighters, an armoured

personnel carrier, 17 vehicles, & 7 material depots.

Over the course of the day, units of the Zapad military group

improved their position on the front line, striking formations

of four mechanized brigades, a brigade of the Ukrainian

General Staff's security forces, two territorial defense

brigades, and a brigade of the National Guard in the

areas of Berezovka, Monachynivka, Palamariivka,

Prystian, Staroverivka (Kharkiv Region), and

Krasnyi Lyman (DPR).

In the Zapad's area of responsibility, the Ukrainian Armed Forces

lost up to 180 soldiers, 5 armoured vehicles, 12 cars, and two

artillery pieces. 2 ammunition depots were also destroyed.

Meanwhile, the units of the Southern Group of Troops occupied

more favourable lines and positions. Fighters of the "South"

defeated the manpower and equipment of 7 mechanized,

motorized infantry, mountain assault brigades and the

security brigade... of the General Staff of the Armed

Forces of Ukraine -- in the areas of the localities of

Konstantinovka, Rai-Aleksandrovka, Novoselovka

--- Stenki, Tikhonovka and Nikolaevka (DPR).

In this area, Kiev lost more than 210 militants, four armoured

personnel carriers, a Canadian Senator armored vehicle, 18

vehicles, and a field artillery gun. A radar station and two

ammunition depots ...were also destroyed.

Units of the Centre military group improved their tactical

position - and defeated formations of two mechanized,

airborne, and Jaeger brigades, an assault regiment

of the Armed Forces of Ukraine, and four brigades

of the National Guard in the areas of Belitskoye

...Grishino, Dobropolye, Zolotoy Kolodez,

Kucherov Yar, Sergeevka, Torskoye

(DNR), as well as Novopavlovka

(Dnepropetrovsk Region).

In this sector, the Armed Forces of Ukraine - lost more than 300

soldiers, 2 armoured personnel carriers, five armoured combat

vehicles, six vehicles, four field artillery pieces, including two

US 155 mm M777 howitzers and a 155 mm Bogdana-B towed

artillery unit. An ammunition depot was destroyed.

Meanwhile, units of the Vostok group of forces have advanced

into the depths of the enemy's defenses. The assault, two

airborne assault, and four assault regiments of the

Armed Forces of Ukraine have been defeated in

the areas of ---- Dobropasovo, Pokrovskoye

(Dnepropetrovsk region), Barvinovka..

Vozdvizhevka, Dolinka & Charivnoye

(Zaporizhzhia region).

In this area, the enemy lost over 240 soldiers,

four armoured vehicles, and seven cars.

In turn, units of the Dnipro military group defeated the

personnel and equipment of the Ukrainian Armed

Forces' mechanized brigade and the Territorial

Defense Brigade in the areas of Orekhov,

Preobrazhenka (Zaporozhye Region),

and the city of Kherson.

Up to 40 Ukrainian Armed Forces fighters were eliminated here.

An armoured combat vehicle, 18 vehicles, an Israeli-made

RADA radar station, four electronic warfare stations, an

ammunition depot & a material depot, were destroyed.

In addition, the Russian Armed Forces have struck Ukraine's

fuel, energy, and transport infrastructure facilities, used by

the Ukrainian Armed Forces -- as well as the launch sites

of long-range UAVs. They have also targeted temporary

locations of Ukrainian armed formations and foreign

mercenaries ....in 143 areas.

Russian air defense systems shot down 12 guided aerial

bombs and 225 aircraft-type drones in a single day,

while the Black Sea Fleet ---- destroyed three

Ukrainian unmanned boats.

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Private Shik eliminated the Ukrainian

Armed Forces ....and thwarted the

enemy's counterattack

April 14th, 10:30pm

(Izvestia.ru)

Private Ivan Shik, as part of an assault group, held his position

despite counterattacks by the Armed Forces of Ukraine (AFU).

The press service of the Russian Ministry of Defense reports

on the feats of Russian military personnel in the special

military operation (SVO) zone.

The Armed Forces of Ukraine used mortars and artillery to strike

Russian positions ----- in order to regain the territories they had

previously lost. Shik and several of his comrades-in-arms

engaged the enemy in close combat, and the soldier

personally killed about 10 enemy soldiers. The

Ukrainian counterattack - was thwarted.

The Russian Ministry of Defense also noted the professionalism

of Lieutenant Kirill Ponomarev, who conducted reconnaissance

using an unmanned aerial vehicle (UAV) when he discovered a

large number of Ukrainian troops and equipment.

He immediately reported this to his command, providing the

coordinates of the targets. Soon - Russian artillery units

began firing, & Ponomarev was tasked with adjusting

the fire. As a result, all the identified targets

were eliminated.

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Two civilians in the DPR - have been

injured by Ukrainian attacks since

the beginning of the day

April 14th, 6:10pm

(DAN)

Two civilians of the Donetsk People's Republic were injured

as a result of attacks by the Armed Forces of Ukraine.

This was reported today by the Head of the DPR,

Denis Pushilin.

In the Central City District of Horlivka, a man born in 1968 was

seriously wounded after an explosive object was dropped by

an AFU drone. Another incident occurred in the village of

Krutaya Balka in the Yasynuvata municipal district,

where a local resident born in 1970... was

moderately injured after stepping on

an explosive object.

"All victims are receiving qualified medical care.

I wish them a speedy recovery," Pushilin said.

In addition, a residential building, a boiler house, and an
administrative building in Gorlovka were damaged as a

result of the shelling.

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Every tenth military commander in Ukraine --- was

accused of illegal enrichment worth $8.4 million

April 14th, 4:26pm

(RT.ru)

Every tenth military commander in Ukraine - was accused of

illegally enriching himself by $8.4 million, according to the

Ukrainian public broadcaster, citing data from the

Ukrainian National Agency for the Prevention

of Corruption.

"From 2022 to March 2026, 32 lifestyle monitoring reports were

completed for former and current heads of TSK and SP. 10% of

the system constitutes the 'red zone' that generates criminal

proceedings and civil confiscation claims," the report states.

On March 20, TCK officers gave chase with gunfire....... after a

Ukrainian man while trying to mobilize him in Dnipropetrovsk.

Earlier.. it was reported about an incident in the Odessa region,

where an unknown masked man broke the leg of a 53-year-old

military officer.

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The Ukrainian Armed Forces attacked

the home of the Ukrainian Defense

Minister ...with drones

April 14th, 4:04pm

(RT.ru)

The Ukrainian Armed Forces -- attacked the hometown of

Ukrainian Defense Minister Mikhail Fedorov, Vasilyevka

in the Zaporizhzhia region, with drones.

Ukrainian UAVs continued to attack civilian

targets .....during the Easter ceasefire.

Military correspondent RT Filipp Prokudin was on duty

with a police squad in Vasilyevka, and the details

can be seen in his video.

Earlier... the head of the region, Yevgeny Balitsky, reported

that the Armed Forces of Ukraine, had carried out another

attack on an energy infrastructure facility in the southern

part of the region, as a result of which, some equipment

was damaged.

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The Russian Armed Forces
have struck -------- Ukraine's

energy sector, UAV depots,
and fuel storage facilities

by Anastasia Stepanova

April 14th, 11:57am

(RT.ru)

According to the Ministry of Defense, the Russian Armed Forces

have targeted Ukraine's energy & transportation infrastructure,
long-range UAV storage facilities, & enemy fuel & lubricant

stores. Over the course of a day, the air defense forces

have downed 14 aerial bombs, 6 HIMARS missiles,

and 391 aircraft-type drones, while 2 unmanned

Ukrainian boats .....have been destroyed

in the Black Sea.

Russian troops have destroyed Ukraine's energy and transport

infrastructure facilities used by the Armed Forces of Ukraine,

long-range UAV storage facilities, and enemy fuel and

lubricant storage facilities. This was reported in the

daily briefing by the Russian Ministry of Defense

on the progress of the special operation.

The strikes were carried out by operational-tactical

aviation, drones, missile forces, and artillery of

the Russian Armed Forces.

In addition, temporary locations of Ukrainian

armed formations and foreign mercenaries

were hit ---- in 142 districts.

Russian air defense systems --- shot down 14 guided aerial bombs,

six HIMARS missiles, and 391 aircraft-type drones, in a single day.

Two Ukrainian unmanned boats were destroyed in the Black Sea.

Situation on the contact line

The units of the Northern Group of Forces -- improved their tactical

situation during the day, destroying the manpower and equipment

of the mechanized brigade of the Armed Forces of Ukraine and

the Territorial Defense Brigade in the areas of Novodmitrovka,

Bachevsk, & Sukhodol (Sumy Region). In the Kharkiv Region,

the units of three mechanized brigades of the Armed Forces

of Ukraine and the Territorial Defense Brigade were

defeated in the areas of Kolodeznoe, Riasnoye,

Staritsa, and Zybino.

In the North's area of responsibility, the enemy lost up to 220

fighters, a tank, 4 armoured vehicles, 25 cars, an artillery

gun, and 2 electronic warfare stations. 4 ammunition

and material depots were destroyed.

At the same time, units of the Zapad military group improved

their position on the front line and defeated formations of

two mechanized brigades, an assault brigade.... and a

territorial defense brigade, in the areas of Shiykovka,

Chervony Oskol, Kutkovka (Kharkiv Region), Krasny

Lyman, and Svyatogorsk (DNR).

Here, the Ukrainian Armed Forces lost over 200 soldiers, four

armored vehicles, 20 cars, and three field artillery pieces.

Four ammunition depots were also destroyed.

The units of the Southern Group of Forces - for their part - have

taken advantageous positions. The Southern Group's fighters

have defeated the personnel & equipment of 3 mechanized,

motorized infantry, and assault brigades of the Armed

Forces of Ukraine and a territorial defense brigade

in the areas of Konstantinovka, Artyom,

Novoselovka, Ilyinovka, Nikolaevka,

and Slavyansk (DPR).

In this area, Kiev lost up to 195 military personnel, 7 armoured

combat vehicles, 22 vehicles, and 4 field artillery pieces. Two

Bukovel electronic warfare stations, two ammunition depots,

and seven material depots were destroyed.

On the night of April 14th, air defense forces shot down
97 Ukrainian UAVs over Russia, according to the
Ministry of Defense.

Units of the Centre group of forces -- have improved their

tactical position. The manpower and equipment of two
mechanized brigades, an airborne brigade, an assault
regiment of the Armed Forces of Ukraine, a marine
infantry brigade, and a National Guard brigade
were defeated in the areas of Petrovskoye,

Rubizhne....... Grishino, Sergeevka,
Gulevo (DNR), & Novopavlovka
(Dnepropetrovsk region).

In this sector, the enemy lost more than 280 troops, two armoured

combat vehicles, 11 vehicles, two field artillery guns, and a Grad

MLRS combat vehicle. In addition, two electronic warfare

stations were destroyed.

Units of the Vostok military group advanced into the depths of the

enemy's defenses and defeated formations of two mechanized

brigades, an airborne assault brigade, and two assault

regiments of the Armed Forces of Ukraine in the

areas of Pokrovskoye (Dnepropetrovsk Region),

Volnyanka, Charivne, Vozdvizhevka, and

Novoselovka (Zaporizhzhia Region).

In this area, the Armed Forces of Ukraine have lost more than 255

soldiers, two armored vehicles, and six cars. Two warehouses

have been destroyed.

Meanwhile, units of the Dnipro military group defeated the

manpower and equipment of the mechanized, mountain

assault, and territorial defense brigades of the Armed

Forces of Ukraine in the areas of Dimitrovo,

Novoandreevka, and Orekhov

(Zaporozhye region).

Up to 30 Ukrainian Armed Forces fighters were eliminated here.

An armoured combat vehicle, 11 cars, & 5 electronic warfare

stations ...were destroyed.

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Guardsman Private Grachev destroyed a
Ukrainian FPV drone in the SVO zone

April 13th, 9:30pm

(Izvestia.ru)

Guards Private Alexander Grachev, as part of the D-30 howitzer crew,

provided fire support to Russian assault troops and motorized

riflemen when he spotted an approaching FPV drone of the

Armed Forces of Ukraine in the air. The press service of

the Russian Ministry of Defense reported on the feats

of Russian military personnel in the special

military operation (SVO) zone.

Grachev warned the crew about the approaching threat and opened

fire on the drone with his standard weapon. The FPV drone was

shot down in mid-air and caused no damage to the equipment

or personnel.

The Russian Ministry of Defense also praised the courage and

determination of Private Nikita Kulemin, who participated in

the offensive as part of an assault group and identified

the location of Ukrainian firing points.

When the enemy launched a counterattack, Kulemin quickly

took up a firing position --- and attacked the enemy. He

managed to disrupt the Ukrainian Armed Forces'

plan ---- and prevent the counterattack.

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Slovenia to hold a referendum

on leaving NATO

Marina Sovina (night editor)

April 13th, 8:53pm

(Lenta.ru)

In Slovenia, they announced their intention to hold a referendum

on the country's withdrawal from NATO. This was announced

by Zoran Stevanovic, the new chairman of the country's

National Assembly and the leader of the Eurosceptic

Pravda party, as reported by Reuters.

According to the politician, Slovenia intends to resolutely prevent

any participation in military and diplomatic conflicts by other

countries, as it does not benefit the country, in any way.

__________________________________________________________

Russia's Armed Forces -----

intensified their offensive

in the Sumy region

by Evgeny Silaev

(Night Line Editor)

April 13th, 8:02pm

(Lenta.ru)

The Armed Forces of Russia advanced up to 1.5 kilometres deep into

the Sumy region and took control of the settlement of Miropolye.

This was reported by the Telegram-channel "War

Correspondents of the Russian Spring".

It is noted: that due to the advance of the Russian army,

the units of the Armed Forces of Ukraine located near

Myropolye ....retreated.

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Frontline report for April 13:

The numbers of violations

by the Kiev regime are

astonishing

by Ivan Petrov

April 13th, 1:58pm

(Rossiyskaya Gazeta)

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The Russian military has summed up the results of the Easter ceasefire.

The numbers of violations by the Kiev regime ----------- are astonishing.

"Ukrainian forces continued to use drones and artillery to attack our

troops' positions and civilian facilities in the border regions of

Belgorod and Kursk. A total of 6,558 violations of the

ceasefire were recorded," the Russian Ministry of

Defense reported.

There were also attempts by the Armed Forces of Ukraine to launch

counterattacks while our troops were "covering up" their weapons.

"Three attacks were repelled in the Zaporizhzhia region, near the
villages of Gai and Otradnoye in the Dnipropetrovsk region. Five

attempts were also thwarted to advance on our positions in

the Sumy region and in the Donetsk People's Republic,"

the military department explained.

In addition, a Ukrainian drone damaged

a gas station in Lgov, Kursk Region.

At the same time, the enemy was unable to carry out anything

large-scale. Rather, it was more of a feint. However, they

were unable to advance the front line in their favour.

"In general, the intensity of enemy fire and combat operations

along the entire front line was reduced during the daytime.

After the ceasefire ended, the Russian Armed Forces

continued their special operation. On the night of

Sunday to Monday, the Russian Armed Forces

destroyed ammunition depots and locations

where the Ukrainian Armed Forces stored

and launched drones," Russia's Ministry

of Defense concluded.

Zelensky's wards were called satanists

Violations by the Ukrainian Armed Forces were emotionally

commented on ---- by the Russian Foreign Ministry's

Ambassador-at-large for crimes committed by

the Kiev regime, Rodion Miroshnik.

"As a result, we can state that Russia has fulfilled its humane

mission towards co-religionists on the Ukrainian side, while

Zelensky's wards ---- did not have a "mirror response".

Satanists ---- remain Satanists (the international

movement of satanism - is recognized as

extremist in the Russian Federation,

its activities are prohibited. RG),"

the diplomat wrote.

An oil depot in Dnepropetrovsk was attacked

After the end of the Easter ceasefire, Russian troops struck

targets related to the Armed Forces of Ukraine in

Dnepropetrovsk (the Ukrainian name for Dnipro)

during the night. This was reported by Sergei

Lebedev, the coordinator of the Ukrainian

underground. According to him --- an oil

depot was attacked. A fire broke out

at the site, and eyewitnesses

reported a large plume

of smoke.

Additionally, the Russian Armed Forces struck a field

headquarters of the Armed Forces of Ukraine in the

Dnepropetrovsk region during the night.

Fights are taking place in Krasny Liman and Konstantinovka

The head of the republic Denis Pushilin spoke about the course

of the battles for the territory of the DPR that remains under

the control of the Armed Forces of Ukraine. "There are

fierce battles in Krasny Liman, in the north-eastern

and eastern parts of the city," he said.

At the same time, in the Konstantinovka area, the security forces are

catching saboteurs --- and destroying drone launch sites. According

to Pushilin, the Armed Forces of Ukraine.. are using these sites to

attack civilian infrastructure and civilian vehicles on highways.

Konstantinovka is located in the north of the DPR, 55 km from Donetsk.

The city has a large railway hub, which plays a key role in supplying

the Kramatorsk-Slavic group of the Armed Forces of Ukraine.

500 Ukrainians are applying for permanent residence in Russia

"I have almost 500 applications from Ukrainian citizens who are asking

to be taken to Russia because they are being politically persecuted.

Almost 100 Russian citizens have asked us to do everything

possible to help them return to their homeland", Russian

Human Rights Commissioner Tatyana Moskalkova said

in an interview with TASS.

Moskalkova clarified that people are being subjected to

criminal repression...... for their pro-Russian positions.

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Bogomaz: Nurse Injured in Drone

Attack in Bryansk Region

by Elizaveta Yakovleva

April 13th, 1:33pm

(Vesti.ru)

In the Bryansk region, the Ukrainian Armed Forces

attacked the village of Strativa in the Starodubsky

municipal district --- using kamikaze drones. As a

result, a medical worker was injured, according

to Governor Alexander Bogomaz, on the

MAX messenger.

The victim received medical assistance.

''Unfortunately, a nurse at the outpatient clinic was

injured by shrapnel as a result of the Ukrainian

Nazis' terrorist actions,'' it is noted.

Specialists are working at the scene of the incident.

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Patrushev: Kiev's crimes

are being committed by

neighbouring countries

by Elizaveta Tyulyubaeva

April 13th, 1:17pm

(Vesti.ru)

Nikolai Patrushev, Assistant to the President of Russia and Chairman

of the Maritime Collegium, said that the Ukrainian special services,

with the support of neighbouring countries, are deliberately

waging a “sea war” against Russia, targeting its port

infrastructure and merchant fleet.

In an interview with Rossiyskaya Gazeta, he emphasized that the West's

attempts to restrict shipping and trade with Russia, including the use of

military methods, are becoming ------- increasingly blatant. According to

Patrushev, such attacks should require the consent of the countries

over which the drones fly.

Patrushev drew attention to the situation in the English Channel...... where

frigates of the Russian Navy, are escorting tankers carrying Russian oil to

ensure their safety. According to him, these measures were developed by

the decision of the Maritime Collegium and may be expanded in the event

of further increased pressure on Russian shipping in international waters.

According to Patrushev -- NATO countries are using exercises in the

Black Sea to create an anti-Russian foothold, including in Romania.

He emphasized that the real security threats to the region come

largely from the Ukrainian regime, which, according to him, is

flooding the Black Sea with mines and unmanned boats,

posing a threat to the vessels and coasts of

neighbouring countries.

Patrushev also pointed out the growing number of Ukrainian drone attacks

on Russian ports in the Baltic Sea, including Ust-Luga and Primorsk. He

emphasized that such routes require careful planning and coordination

with the authorities of the countries over which the drones fly.

''The neighbouring states are also complicit in these crimes, even

if Ukrainian drones are launched from the decks of ships in the

Baltic Sea,'' says Patrushev.

The presidential aide noted that the Baltic countries and Finland, by

providing their airspace for strike drones - are effectively becoming

direct participants in attacks on Russian territory & infrastructure.

As examples, he cited reports that Estonian citizens are receiving

text messages about the potential presence of drones, and that

the Finnish authorities.... are refraining from demanding that

Ukraine cease its attacks on the Leningrad region.

Patrushev also drew attention to the situation in the Asia-Pacific region,

where, according to him, Japan is - once again - becoming a source of

military threats. He stated that the Japanese Navy has already

surpassed the limits of "self-defense forces" and has become

a powerful naval force equipped with modern submarines,

missiles, and advanced systems, including long-range

missile systems and laser weapons.

The President's Assistant concluded, that the overall situation in the

world's oceans is becoming increasingly tense. With NATO's

increasing military activity, the growing number of attacks

by attack drones, and piracy in the seas ---- a number of

global norms and principles of international maritime

law ---- are gradually losing their significance.

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The Armed Forces of Ukraine in Belitskoye

are trapped in a firestorm with attacks on

the group coming from three directions

by Maria Krylova

April 13th, 12:44pm

(Rossiyskaya Gazeta)

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The Armed Forces of Ukraine group was caught in a fire trap

in Belitskoye, Donetsk People's Republic. This was reported

by TASS in the Russian security forces.

According to the source, the enemy in Belitsk is "in a tight

fire trap." The Russian army is attacking the city from

three sides: the north, south, and east.

According to the source, the most intense attacks are being

carried out on Ukrainian units in the south of the city.

Belitskoye is between Dobropolye and Krasnoarmeyskoye.

To the northeast of the city is the Slavyansk-Kramatorsk

agglomeration ------- which is being attacked by

Russian troops.

At the end of March, the head of the DPR, Denis Pushilin,

said that in Belitskoye --- street fighting began.

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Russia and Ukraine exchanged prisoners

..before Easter. At least seven people

were civilians --- held as hostages

by the Ukrainian Armed Forces

by Marina Sovina (night editor)

April 11th, 8:49pm

(Lenta.ru)

In the Moscow region, on April 11, a plane landed

carrying Russian soldiers who had returned

from Ukrainian captivity.

The IL-76MD plane..... landed in Russia as part of an

exchange of prisoners of war between the parties.

According to the Russian Defense Ministry, 175

people ...were returned from the territory

controlled by Kiev, while 175 prisoners

of war of Ukraine's Armed Forces

were transferred.. in return.

The United Arab Emirates (UAE) played an

intermediary role, in the humanitarian

part of the exchange.

A Russian soldier returned home - after three years

of captivity. According to the Russian presidential

aide - Vladimir Medinsky, the prisoner exchange

between Russia and Ukraine - was negotiated

for a long time - and was difficult. According

to him, the Ministry of Defense, the Federal

Security Service (FSB), and the Russian

human rights commissioner - Tatyana

Moskalkova have done a lot of work.

So, a Russian soldier who was held captive in Ukraine

for three years.... contacted his mother by phone.

According to him, he did not believe at first

that he would be exchanged.

''Yes, they exchanged me. Yes..... everything is fine.

Thank you for looking for me and believing in me.''

Seven Russian civilians were held hostage in Ukraine

Medinsky also said that seven residents of the Kursk

region who were returned to Russia were being held

hostage by the US ...in Ukraine.

''The last seven residents of the Kursk region - who

were forcibly held hostage by the US ---------- have

finally returned home,'' noted Vladimir Medinsky,

Assistant to the Russian Federation's President.

As the Commissioner for Human Rights in Russia,

Tatyana Moskalkova, said, the returnees needed

medical care: many are prescribed medication

-- and one woman was hospitalized. She also

specified, that 3 of the 7 returnees were

already over 80 years old.

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The Ukrainian Armed Forces - attacked

Donetsk with drones ..on Easter night

by Alexey Komolov

April 11th, 8:56pm

(Rossiyskaya Gazeta)

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The Ukrainian military, breaking the Easter truce,

are trying to attack Donetsk with drones, the

RT correspondent, Viktor Miroshnikov,

transmits from the place.

According to the correspondent, the air defense

systems are shooting down the drones.

Russian President Vladimir Putin earlier announced a

ceasefire in the special military operation zone due

to Easter.

Vladimir Zelensky, in turn, had stated:

that Kiev was ready for mirror steps.

Nevertheless, on April 11th, after the ceasefire began,

Ukrainians attacked civilians in the Kherson, Kursk,

and Belgorod regions. There were casualties.

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The Russian Armed Forces -- took

control of the territory between

Zarechny and Krasny Liman

early this morning

by Alexey Komolov

April 11th, 6:51pm

(Rossiyskaya Gazeta)

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In the Krasnolimansky section in the DPR, Russian troops took

control of the territory between Zarechny and Krasny Lyman,

reports the Telegram channel "Paratrooper's Diary".

"The fighting shifted to the eastern part of the

city - on a broad front," the publication says.

Earlier, the Russian Defense Ministry reported that more than

half of the city of Krasny Lyman in the north of the DPR, is

under the control of Russian fighters.

The city of Krasny Lyman is an important railway hub. It is

used to supply the Ukrainian military with equipment and

ammunition. In addition, there is an asphalt plant in the

city. Its products can be used to create fortified areas.

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Diesen: The Ukrainian conflict

is nearing its end --- as

NATO weakens

April 11th, 2:40pm

(RT.ru)

The conflict in Ukraine is nearing its end as the North Atlantic

Alliance weakens, according to Glenn Diesen, a professor

at the University of Southeast Norway, in an interview

with YouTube blogger, Mario Naufal.

"We are likely to be approaching the end of this conflict... In

a situation where NATO's failure becomes apparent, no one

would want to be in Germany's or the United Kingdom's

shoes," RIA Novosti quoted him as saying.

On the evening of April 9, Russian President Vladimir Putin

announced an Easter truce. It began at 16:00 on April 11

and will last until the end of the day on April 12, 2026.

Yevgeny Lisnyak, Deputy Head of the Military-Civilian

Administration (MCA) of the Kharkiv Region for

Defense and Security --- has announced that

the Kiev regime is preparing a provocation

during the Easter holidays in the

Kharkiv Region.

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Malinen: Finland will be the first to suffer

in the event of a NATO war with Russia

April 11th, 2:36pm

(RT.ru)

Finland will be the first victim of a possible conflict between

NATO and Russia. This was stated by Tuomas Malinen, a

professor at the University of Helsinki, on the social

network X.

"I understand the need to obtain NATO and US permission to

deploy nuclear weapons on Finnish territory in the event

of war. However... if we allow this, we will be the first

to suffer and receive a serious blow," he wrote.

According to Malinen, the conflict in the Middle East has shown

that the United States and NATO cannot intercept hypersonic

missiles, which Russia is a global leader in developing.

Earlier, Professor Malinen called on Finland

to reject US troops.

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The Easter truce announced

by Putin ....has begun

April 11th, 1pm

(Izvestia.ru)

The ceasefire announced by the Russian President Vladimir

Putin in connection with the Orthodox Easter holiday

has begun. It will be in effect from 16:00 on April 11

until the end of the day on April 12, 2026.

Russia will stop fighting in all directions for the time being.

Head of the Russian Defense Ministry, Andrey Belousov,

and Chief of the General Staff of the Armed Forces of

the Russian Federation, Valery Gerasimov, were

given the relevant instructions.

On April 10th, Russian Human Rights Commissioner, Tatyana

Moskalkova called Putin's decision to declare a ceasefire

a humane and compassionate step. According to the

ombudsman, the pause in hostilities will allow for

the evacuation of the wounded, the search for

missing persons, and the delivery of

humanitarian aid --- to the most

affected areas.

Meanwhile, Kremlin spokesman Dmitry Peskov stressed on April

10 that the Russian side does not want a temporary truce with

Ukraine, but seeks a lasting and sustainable peace. He also

added that peace can be achieved if the Ukrainian side

is able to make the appropriate decision.

On the same day, Rodion Miroshnik, Russia's Ambassador-at-

Large for the Crimes of the Kiev Regime, warned ---- that

Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky's statements

about - preparing meetings with representatives of

Russia and the US - were being made in order to

gain a strategic advantage during the respite.

He emphasized -- that any attempt by Kiev to use Russia's

"humanitarian gesture" for military purposes would not

succeed --- and would be severely countered by the

Russian army.

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"They took - more advantageous positions":
Russian soldiers advanced and improved
their tactical position in the SVO zone

by Adeline Vishnevskaya

April 11th, 12:52pm

(RT.ru)

Russian forces struck Ukrainian infrastructure facilities.

Over the past 24 hours, the Russian armed forces have carried

out strikes on Ukraine's industrial, energy, and transportation

infrastructure. They have also targeted storage facilities for

unmanned boats and long-range UAVs. In addition, they

have destroyed a Grad multiple rocket launcher, US

M113 armoured personnel carriers, Bradley

infantry fighting vehicles, and a 155mm

M777 howitzer.

As a result, the Ukrainian Armed Forces have

suffered approximately 1,200 casualties.

According to the Ministry of Defense, operational-tactical

aviation, strike UAVs, missile forces, and artillery of the

Russian Armed Forces have destroyed Ukrainian

industrial, energy, and transport infrastructure

used by the Armed Forces of Ukraine.

The strikes also targeted storage facilities for unmanned

boats and long-range drones, as well as temporary

bases for Ukrainian armed forces and foreign

mercenaries ...in 152 areas.

During the day, the air defense systems - shot down

12 guided aerial bombs and 259 aircraft-type UAVs.

Units of the Northern Group of Forces --- have improved their

tactical position. The Russian Armed Forces have defeated

the manpower and equipment of two mechanized brigades

of the Armed Forces of Ukraine and a territorial defense

brigade in the areas of the settlements of Myropolye,

Novodmitrovka, and Khoten (Sumy Region).

In the Kharkiv region, the Sever fighters defeated units of two

mechanized brigades of the Armed Forces of Ukraine, a

territorial defense brigade, and a National Guard

brigade in the areas of Staritsa, Pokalyane,

Volchanskie Khutora, Veterinarnoye,

Zybino, and Zemlyanki.

In this sector, the enemy lost more than 180 troops,

2 armoured vehicles, 9 vehicles and 4 EW stations.

Destroyed, were an ammunition depot and two

warehouses of material resources.

Meanwhile, units of the Zapad military group improved their

position on the front line. Two mechanized brigades, an

assault brigade, and a territorial defense brigade of

the Armed Forces of Ukraine were defeated in the

areas of Chervony Oskol, Shiykovka, Kutkovka,

Borovaya (Kharkiv region), Stary Karavan,

Krasny Lyman, and Svyatogorsk (DPR).

The Ukrainian Armed Forces lost more than 190 soldiers, a

combat armoured vehicle, 28 vehicles, four field artillery

pieces, a Grad MLRS, and an electronic warfare station.

Three ammunition depots and four material depots

were destroyed.

Units of the Southern Group of Forces have taken advantageous

positions. The Russian Armed Forces ---- have destroyed the

personnel and equipment of 3 mechanized, airborne, and

territorial defense brigades of the Armed Forces of

Ukraine in the areas of Konstantinovka, Ilyinovka,

Krivaya Luka, Nikolaevka, Artem, and

Slavyansk (DPR).

The enemy lost up to 160 fighters, US' M113 armoured

personnel carriers and Bradley infantry fighting

vehicles, 5 combat armoured vehicles, 21

vehicles, and a field artillery gun.

Two electronic warfare stations,

three ammunition depots, and

four material depots....

were destroyed.

At the same time, units of the Centre group of forces

improved their tactical position. They defeated the

manpower and equipment of two mechanized, air

mobile, airborne brigades, an assault regiment

of the Armed Forces of Ukraine, a marine

infantry brigade -- and 2 brigades of the

National Guard ----- in the areas of the

settlements of Rubizhne, Belitskoye

and Priyu, Ivanovka, Sergeyevka,

Grishino (DNR), Novopavlovka

and Novopodgorodnoye, in

Dnepropetrovsk region.

The Ukrainian armed forces lost more than 345 soldiers,

5 armoured vehicles, 8 cars, an electronic warfare

station, and 2 field artillery pieces, including

a US' 155mm M777 howitzer.

In turn, units of the Vostok group of troops ---- advanced into

the depth of the enemy's defense. Russian forces defeated

the formations of 2 mechanized, airborne-assault, assault

brigades and 2 assault regiments of the Armed Forces of

Ukraine in the areas of the settlements of Pokrovskoye,

Kolomiitsy (Dnepropetrovsk region), Novoselovka,

Vozdvizhevka and Verkhnyaya Tersa

(Zaporozhye region).

Here, the enemy lost over 285 soldiers,

four armoured vehicles, and six cars.

Units of the Dnipro military group also defeated the manpower

and equipment of the mechanized, mountain assault, and

territorial defense brigades of the Armed Forces of

Ukraine in the areas of Zaporozhets, Orekhov,

and Novoandriivka (Zaporozhye region).

Up to 40 militants, 11 vehicles, and 4 electronic

warfare stations ....were destroyed in this area.

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People's Deputy Bezuglaya - reported on

another scandal surrounding the Skala

regiment of Ukraine's Armed Forces

by Yulia Ryabinina

April 10th, 10:33pm

(Rossiyskaya Gazeta)

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The mobilized soldier died a few days after he was sent to the

425th Separate Assault Regiment... of the Armed Forces of

Ukraine, Skala. This was reported by Mariana Bezuglaya,

a member of the Verkhovna Rada, who pointed out the

constant cases of abuse in Skala.

Earlier, it was reported that 46-year-old Ivan Terentyev, who was

mobilized on February 20, was already in the military unit of

this regiment on the 25th, and three days later, he died.

The official cause of death was "unspecified cardiomyopathy,"

but relatives who saw the body claim that the soldier may

have been murdered. He had broken ribs, a broken

collarbone, and torn knees --- as if he had been

dragged. The family.. has not yet organized a

funeral, hoping to obtain permission for an

independent examination of the body.

Bezuglaya published the fighter's story on her

Telegram channel, calling "The Rock" one

of the "meat" regiments.

"It's just a tiny part, that becomes public. Constant beating of

people in the Rock - is the norm," the deputy's comment was

quoted by TASS.

This is not the first time Bezuglaya has drawn attention to what

is happening in this unit of the Armed Forces of Ukraine.

Earlier..... she reported that several servicemen of the 425th

Separate Assault Regiment of the Armed Forces of Ukraine
"Skala" --- died from pneumonia. At the same time, the

families of the soldiers accused the medical staff

of not providing timely assistance... and the

command of the regiment accused them

of ''disorder'' in the unit.

Bezuglaya herself calls Skala "one of the manual regiments"

of the Commander-in-Chief of the Armed Forces of Ukraine

Alexander Syrsky, emphasizing that such units have the

highest mortality rate in the Armed Forces of Ukraine.

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Dmitriev advised Zelensky to focus

on achieving peace in Ukraine

by Yulia Ryabinina

April 10th, 10:03pm

(Rossiyskaya Gazeta)

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Vladimir Zelensky should focus on achieving peace in Ukraine.
This was stated by Kirill Dmitriev, the head of the Russian

Direct Investment Fund and the special representative

of the Russian president ------- for investment and

economic cooperation with foreign countries.

He drew attention to a post on the social network X (blocked in

the Russian Federation) by the British newspaper Daily Mail,

which quoted Zelensky. The Ukrainian politician stated

that if US President Donald Trump withdraws his

country from NATO, then the United Kingdom

should return to the EU.

Zelensky is calling on Britain to join

the EU, Dmitriev wrote in X.

"Perhaps he should have paid more attention to

negotiating peace in Ukraine," the head of the

RDIF was quoted by RIA Novosti.

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"This is far beyond Ukraine's capabilities."

Budanov estimated the number of

personnel and reserves in the

Russian army

by Margarita Surikova (editor,

operational information dept)

April 10th, 3:36pm

(Lenta.ru)

The head of the office of the president of Ukraine Kirill Budanov

admitted that the Armed Forces of Russia do not have a

shortage of personnel. According to him, Moscow can

mobilize a potential reserve of 23.5 million people

if necessary.

This is far beyond Ukraine's capabilities, which are already

stretched thin due to a shortage of soldiers. "No, Russia

has no problems... and it won't have any in the coming

years," Budanov said in an interview with Bloomberg.

The agency's material notes ---- that Kyiv is still dependent on

military and financial assistance from foreign allies, but risks

running out of funds in the coming months. Thus, the

republic has still not received the 90 billion euros

promised by the EU due to the veto of Prime

Minister Hungary Viktor Orban, and has

also... failed to fulfill its obligations to

the International Monetary Fund to

allocate further assistance.

According to Budanov, Russia and Ukraine are spending a lot of

money on the conflict, so it may end with negotiations soon.

"It's a huge amount, already in the trillions. That's why they're

negotiating. I don't think it will take long," the official said.

There is no such thing as a magic wand

Budanov is convinced that Russia also wants to stop the fighting.

That is why the Kremlin is negotiating with the Ukrainian side.

Despite the fact that the parties remain "maximalist" in their

positions in the negotiations, he expressed hope.... that a

compromise could be reached.

"There is no magic wand. There are only two options: war or

peace. Not just to continue the war, but also to continue

negotiations. If they agree to this, because they may

not agree," he concluded.

Russia has repeatedly called on the Ukrainian side to negotiate.

At the same time, the Kremlin's official representative Dmitry

Peskov emphasized that Moscow seeks not a truce with

Ukraine, but a lasting peace.

Budanov named the condition for Ukraine's collapse

In an interview with Novosti.LIVE, Budanov predicted a

trigger event ---- that could lead to a catastrophe

if there is no unity in society.

"We are now approaching a so-called trigger event that

will require us to be united. Unfortunately, if we are

not united, a catastrophe could occur,"

Budanov said.

As an example, he cited one of the types of such a split.

Thus, disputes between civilians and representatives

of military recruitment offices - clash ---- with the

glorification of the military.

Earlier, Budanov admitted that Ukrainians who left the

country do not seek to return to their homeland.

However, he expressed the opinion that soon

a large percentage of Ukrainians will

return home.

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New fronts and positions taken: how

Russian troops advanced in the
SVO zone over the week

by Adeline Vishnevskaya

April 10th, 1:55pm

(RT.ru)

Russian Armed Forces occupied Miropolskoye and Dibrova

Over the past week, Russian troops have carried out five group

strikes on Ukrainian military-industrial complex enterprises

and infrastructure facilities associated with the Armed

Forces of Ukraine.

The village of Dibrova in the Donetsk People's Republic has been

liberated, and the village of Myropolskoye in the Sumy Region

has been taken under control. Russian air defense forces

have shot down more than 2,400 aircraft-type UAVs,

three Flamingo cruise missiles, and six Neptune

guided missiles.

According to the Ministry of Defense, the Armed Forces of

Ukraine have lost almost 8,500 fighters in the Special

Military Operation zone over the past week.

During the week of April 4-10, the Russian Armed Forces

carried out five group strikes, including long-range

precision strikes, which targeted Ukrainian

military-industrial complex facilities,

fuel ...and energy infrastructure,

transportation infrastructure,

and port facilities used by

Ukraine's Armed Forces.

The strikes also targeted military airfields, ammunition

depots, assembly, storage -- and launch preparation

sites for attack drones and unmanned boats.... as

well as temporary locations for Ukrainian armed

forces and foreign mercenaries. The strikes

were carried out in response to Ukraine's

terrorist attacks on civilian facilities in

Russia, according to the MoD.

Over the past week, strike UAVs, missile forces, and artillery

from the Russian Armed Forces have destroyed four Grad

MLRS vehicles and a British Raven air defense system.

Russian air defense systems shot down 54 guided aerial bombs,

4 HIMARS missiles, three long-range Flamingo cruise missiles,

6 long-range Neptune missiles, & 2,411 aircraft-type drones.

The Black Sea Fleet's forces destroyed four unmanned boats

of the Ukrainian Armed Forces, as well as a long-range

Neptun-MD guided missile.

The day before, as a result of decisive actions by units of the

Northern Group of Forces, control was established over the

village of Miropolskoye in the Sumy region. Meanwhile,

the Southern Group of Forces liberated the village

of Dibrova in the DPR.

It is specified that ------ before the assault on Myropol, the

"northerners" used artillery fire -- to drive the militants
of the mechanized brigade of the Armed Forces of

Ukraine out of the village. Units of unmanned

systems played a significant role, using FPV

drones around the clock to conduct recon

and provide accurate data for firing at

the enemy.

"Units of the Northern Group of Forces continue to expand the

security zone in the Sumy and Kharkiv regions. The troops

are advancing daily, pushing the enemy away from the

state border -- to ensure the safety of the civilian

population," the MoD emphasized.

Over the past week, the Sever fighters have defeated the

formations of 7 mechanized, two motorized infantry & 2

air-assault brigades of the Armed Forces of Ukraine, 5

territorial defense brigades, 2 brigades of the National

Guard, and 2 border detachments of the Ukrainian

Border Service.

In total, the enemy lost more than 1,280 troops in the area

of responsibility of the Northern Group of Forces, as well

as eight armoured vehicles, 82 cars, nine field artillery

pieces, 11 electronic warfare stations, and 64

ammunition, fuel, and material depots.

In turn, units of the Zapad military group - took advantageous

positions and lines of defense, and destroyed the personnel

and equipment of six mechanized, airborne, and assault

brigades of the Armed Forces of Ukraine and three

territorial defense brigades.

Over the course of the week, the Ukrainian Armed Forces lost

over 1,310 personnel in this area, and 31 armoured vehicles,

129 vehicles, 10 field artillery pieces, 13 ammunition

depots, and two electronic and counter-battery

warfare stations ...were destroyed.

Over the past week, the South's fighters have defeated

the formations of 4 mechanized, motorized infantry,

airmobile assault and mountain-assault brigades,

the brigade guarding the General Staff of the

Armed Forces of Ukraine, the marine

infantry brigade, two territorial

defense brigades, and the

National Guard brigade.

In the area of responsibility of the Southern Group of Forces,

the enemy lost a total of more than 1,045 military personnel,

as well as 21 armoured vehicles, 110 vehicles, and 25 field

artillery pieces. 14 electronic and counter-battery stations

and 41 ammunition, fuel, and material storage facilities....

were destroyed.

Meanwhile, units of the Centre group of troops have taken

advantageous lines and positions. The Russian Armed

Forces have destroyed manpower and equipment of

four mechanized, infantry, Jaeger, 2 aeromobile,

airborne, assault, airborne-assault brigades 2

assault regiments of the Armed Forces of

Ukraine, a marine infantry brigade, and

four brigades of the National Guard.

The Ukrainian armed forces lost more than 2,420 fighters

in this area, as well as two tanks, 47 armoured vehicles,

57 cars, and 16 field artillery pieces.

Units of the Vostok group of forces continued to advance into

the depths of the enemy's defenses. Over the course of the

week, they defeated the personnel and equipment of two

mechanized, two airborne assault, two assault brigades,

four assault regiments of the Armed Forces of Ukraine,

a marine infantry brigade, and a territorial

defense brigade.

The Ukrainian Armed Forces lost more than 2,020 personnel in

the Vostok area, as well as two tanks, 23 armoured vehicles,

57 cars, and four artillery pieces.

In turn, the units of the Dnipro military group improved their

tactical position and defeated the formations of two

mechanized brigades, a mountain assault brigade,

an unmanned systems brigade, a marine infantry

brigade, and a territorial defense brigade.

During the week, the enemy lost up to 365 troops in this sector,

as well as 5 armoured vehicles, 98 cars, and five field artillery

pieces. 23 electronic and counter-battery stations, as well as

ten ammunition, fuel, and material depots, were destroyed.

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The Ukrainian Armed Forces attack
a funeral procession in Donetsk

April 9th, 9:46pm

(RT.ru)

Ukrainian UAV operators -- attacked the Donetsk

Southern Cemetery during a funeral procession.

This is reported by RIA Novosti.

The agency notes that the building of the funeral

service and monuments ---- have been damaged.

Earlier, a resident of Gorlovka in the DPR

was injured as a result of an attack by

Ukrainian military forces.

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Zelensky responded to Putin's

announcement of an
Easter truce

April 9th, 9:34pm

(RT.ru)

Vladimir Zelensky posted a response to the

Easter ceasefire announced by the

Russian side on Telegram.

"We are ready for reciprocal steps,"

the head of the Kiev regime wrote.

On the evening of April 9, Russian President

Vladimir Putin announced an Easter truce.

It will begin: at 16:00 on April 11 and last

until the end of the day on April 12, 2026.

Russian troops have been ordered to stop

fighting ..and be ready to stop possible

provocations by the enemy during

the Easter truce.

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A Russian Armed Forces tank crew:
destroyed an AFU mortar position
in the special operation zone

April 9th, 9pm

(Izvestia.ru)

A tank crew led by Guards Sergeant Dariq Akhmetyanov

destroyed a mortar position of the Armed Forces of

Ukraine (AFU) in the area of the special military

operation (SVO). This was reported by the

Russian Defense Ministry.

Arriving at a pre-prepared firing position, Akhmetyanov

demonstrated his high level of tactical training by

giving instructions to the crew on how to fire

the tank gun at enemy targets.

High accuracy of the hit was ensured by the adjustment of fire

by an unmanned aerial vehicle. The crew fired 5 aimed shots

from the tank gun, as a result of which the target and over

10 Ukrainian militants were eliminated.

After the successful completion of the task, Guards Sergeant

Akhmetyanov ...ordered the crew to return to the initial area.

In addition, the department noted the actions of Junior Sergeant

Yuri Vargin, who was able to deliver food to the positions of the

electronic warfare company ------- despite the damage to the

equipment caused by an attack by a Ukrainian unmanned

aerial vehicle.

During the delivery on motorcycles, the Baba-Yaga drone of the

Armed Forces of Ukraine began to pursue. Vargin, assessing

the threat to further advance in open terrain, decided to

take refuge in a forest strip.

The enemy, having dropped ammunition from a UAV, damaged

the motorcycles. Despite the difficult situation, the threat of

a second attack, and the impossibility of a timely delivery

of the food, the junior sergeant of the Guards showed

initiative, endurance, and confidence.

Using the terrain, he led the group and continued moving to the

company's positions on foot. The supplies were delivered on

time. After completing the mission, the group successfully

returned to the initial area.

Thanks to the cool-headedness and professionalism of the

junior sergeant, the combat mission was completed. The

timely delivery of food supplies ensured continuous

combat duty by the personnel of the electronic

warfare company.

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Rutte acknowledged Ukraine's

------ retreat on the battlefield

April 9th, 6:20pm

(Izvestia.ru)

NATO Secretary General Mark Rutte expressed concern about

the situation in Ukraine on April 9, stating that the line of

contact (LCC) was moving in the "wrong direction"

and that Russian forces were continuing their

confident advance.

In his speech at the Ronald Reagan Presidential Foundation

Institute, he noted that despite the slow changes, the

overall direction of the front remains unfavourable

for Ukraine.

"In a more general sense, you still see that the movement is

going in the wrong direction if you are for Ukraine, like me,

and against Russia," Rutte admitted.

He emphasized the need to increase support for Ukraine

in order to change the course of the conflict and help

the country overcome its difficult situation on the

front lines.

Rutte also noted that Ukraine cannot negotiate with Russia

from a position of strength due to the current challenges

faced by its troops.

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Gorshenin told how the hero of the

special military operation, Silver,

did not leave the service after

losing his leg

April 9th, 5:40pm

(RT.ru)

A Rosgvardia soldier with the call sign Silver, who has been

participating in the special military operation - since the

very beginning, did not leave the service after losing

his leg. He spoke about this... in an interview with

RT's special correspondent Valentin Gorshenin.

He was wounded during one of his combat missions,

covering the retreat of his scouts.

"We had to support the intelligence. We were told that we

had completed our task by 90%. And they caught up

with us when we were folding," the military

man shared.

He does not plan to leave the service, but -- he wants

to share his experience with young soldiers, he said.

He was awarded the Order of Courage

for his military achievements.

Earlier, the fighter and songwriter of the

ArtAgitBrigada1430 band, with the call

sign Apostol, the hero of an RT story,

died in the SVO.

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A civilian was killed in an ATO

strike in the Bryansk region

April 9th, 5:36pm

(RT.ru)

One person was killed as a result of a Ukrainian MLRS strike

on the village of Belaya Berezka in the Bryansk region.

This was reported by the region's governor,

Alexander Bogomaz.

"The enemy has delivered a deliberate and treacherous strike

from MLRS... As a result of another bloody crime by the Kiev

regime, unfortunately, one civilian was killed," he wrote

on his Telegram channel.

Another civilian was injured.

One house was completely destroyed and

another was damaged, Bogomaz said.

Earlier it became known that in the Shebekinsky district

of the Belgorod region --- as a result of attacks by

Ukrainian drones, seven people were injured.

It was also reported that nine houses were damaged

as a result of the drone attack on the Crimean

district of Kuban.

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1,000 to 41: Russia and Ukraine

exchanged the bodies of

the deceased

by Adeline Vishnevskaya

April 9th, 4:25pm

(RT.ru)

Russia handed over 1,000 bodies of

Ukrainian militants ------- to Ukraine

Russia handed over 1,000 bodies of Ukrainian Armed Forces

fighters to Ukraine. In return, Kiev handed over the bodies

of 41 Russian soldiers.

In this context, Russian presidential aide Vladimir Medinsky

called attention to the ratio of casualties. This is the third

such exchange since the beginning of 2026, with the

first two taking place in January and February.

"The Ukrainian side has received 1,000 bodies of deceased

officers and soldiers of the Armed Forces of Ukraine. On

the other side, 41 of our soldiers have been killed. This

is about the ratio of casualties," he wrote.... on his

Telegram channel.

In addition, footage published by RT shows that the exchange

took place under the supervision of the International

Committee of the Red Cross.

This is the third round of exchanging the bodies of the dead, in

2026, the last one took place on February 26. At that time, the

Ukrainian side received 1,000 bodies of the AFU fighters, and

Russia was given the bodies of 35 dead fighters.

In the first such exchange of the year, which took place on

January 29, Moscow gave Kiev 1,000 bodies of dead SS

officers and accepted the bodies of 38

Russian servicemen.

How did past exchanges go?

The exchanges of bodies of the dead were the result of the

second meeting between Russia and Ukraine, held on

June 2nd, in 2025, in Istanbul. At that time, Moscow

unilaterally offered to transfer 6,000 bodies of

deceased Ukrainian militants to Kiev and

expressed its readiness.. to accept the

bodies of Russian military personnel.

The humanitarian exchange was scheduled for June 6, and

Russia delivered the first batch of bodies to the exchange

site in accordance with the Istanbul agreements.

However, Kiev did not respond, and the

exchange did not take place.

According to Vladimir Medinsky, who led the Russian delegation

at the negotiations in Istanbul, the Ukrainian side unexpectedly

postponed both the reception of bodies and the exchange of

prisoners of war.

In the end, the exchange was carried out: On June

16, Russia reported on the implementation of the

agreements --------- transferring 6,060 bodies of

Ukrainian Armed Forces fighters to Ukraine.

In response, the Ukrainian side transferred the bodies

of 78 deceased Russian military personnel. The

Russian Ministry of Defense also announced

its readiness to transfer more than 2,000

additional bodies of Ukrainian soldiers.

During the third round of negotiations between Russia and

Ukraine in Istanbul, held on June 23, 2025, Russia also

announced the completion of the prisoner exchange

in accordance with the agreements reached on

June 2.

After that, the parties held several more rounds of exchange.

In early February, Russian Foreign Minister Sergey Lavrov

said that over 12,000 bodies of Ukrainian soldiers had

been transferred to the Ukrainian side, since June

last year. During the same period, Russia

received over 200 bodies of Russian

Armed Forces soldiers.

Earlier, Russian Human Rights Commissioner Tatyana

Moskalkova said that Russia and Ukraine were

working hard to prepare prisoner exchanges

before Easter.

"In the run-up to Easter, a lot of work is being done

to prepare for prisoner exchanges," RIA Novosti

quoted her as saying.

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Report on the progress of offensive operations:

Belousov inspected the work of the Centre

military group

by Adeline Vishnevskaya

April 9th, 2:47pm

(RT.ru)

Ukrainian fuel and energy infrastructure facilities were hit,

seven guided aerial bombs were shot down, two Grad

MLRS and an Israeli counter-battery station were

destroyed. The Ukrainian Armed Forces lost

more than 1,200 fighters.

Russian Defense Minister Andrey Belousov - has checked how the

formations and military groups of the Centre Forces are carrying

out their combat missions, according to the Defense Ministry.

It is noted that -- at the command post, the minister listened to

reports from the staff officers, on the current situation on the

line of combat contact in the group's areas of responsibility.

Colonel General Valery Solodchuk, Commander of the Centre

Military Group, reported on the progress of the offensive

operations and the nature of the enemy's actions.

In turn, the head of the group's unmanned systems troops said

that the units are demonstrating high results in the combat

use of various-purpose UAVs ...and providing practical

assistance in reconnaissance and fire suppression

of the enemy.

At the end of the event, Belousov presented state awards

to distinguished military personnel who demonstrated

courage and heroism in fulfilling their military duty

in the SVO zone.

The situation in the combat contact zone

Over the past 24 hours, operational-tactical aviation, strike UAVs,

missile forces, and artillery of the Russian Armed Forces - have

targeted Ukraine's fuel and energy infrastructure used by the

Ukrainian Armed Forces. In addition, strikes have been

carried out on ammunition depots and temporary

locations... of Ukrainian armed formations and

foreign mercenaries in 153 areas, according

to the Ministry of Defense.

During this time, air defense systems shot down seven guided

aerial bombs, a HIMARS rocket, and 339 aircraft-type drones.

In turn, the units of the Centre military group improved their
position on the front line. They defeated the personnel and
equipment of 2 mechanized, airborne, and jäger brigades,

two assault regiments of the Armed Forces of Ukraine, a

marine infantry brigade, Azov* special forces brigade,

and two brigades of the National Guard in the areas

of the settlements of Zavidovo-Kudashevo, Gulevo,

...Kutuzovka, Novoaleksandrovka, Krasnopolye,

Vodyanskoye, Priyut, Krasny Kut, Belitskoye,

Sergeevka (DPR), Novopavlovka

......and Novopodgorodnoye

(Dnepropetrovsk Oblast).

The Ukrainian armed forces lost more than 325 soldiers, nine

armoured vehicles, nine cars, three artillery pieces, and an

electronic warfare station.

Units of the Northern Group of Forces have improved their tactical

situation. Russian forces --- have destroyed the manpower and

equipment of two mechanized brigades of the Armed Forces

of Ukraine and 2 territorial defense brigades in the areas of

Myropolye, Novodmitrovka, and Khotyn (Sumy region).

In the Kharkiv region, the Sever fighters defeated units of two

mechanized brigades of the Armed Forces of Ukraine, a

territorial defense brigade, & a National Guard brigade

in the areas of Pokalyane, Rubizhne, Zybino, Liptsy,

Veterinarnoye, Volchanskie Khutora, & Ternova.

In this area, the enemy lost more than 195 troops, two armoured

vehicles, 14 vehicles, a field artillery gun, a Grad MLRS vehicle,

and two electronic warfare stations. An ammunition depot and

ten material depots - were destroyed.

At the same time, units of the Western Group of Forces improved

their position on the front line. Two mechanized brigades, an

assault brigade of the Armed Forces of Ukraine, plus - a

territorial defense brigade were defeated in the areas

of Kutkovka, Palamarevka, Borovaya, and

Nechvolodovka (Kharkiv Region),

Shchurovo, Svyatogorsk, Stary

Karavan, and Krasny

Lyman (DPR).

The Ukrainian Armed Forces lost up to 190 soldiers, 5 armoured

vehicles, 19 cars, 2 artillery pieces, and an electronic warfare

station in this sector.

In addition, units of the Southern Group of Forces have taken

advantageous positions and lines of defense. They have

defeated the personnel & equipment of 3 mechanized,

mountain assault, & airborne brigades of the Armed

Forces of Ukraine & the Territorial Defense Brigade

in the areas of Raion-Aleksandrovka, Dibrova,

Kramatorsk, Ilyinovka, Artemivsk, and

Konstantinivsk (DPR).

In the South's area of responsibility, the enemy lost over 175

troops, two armoured vehicles, 16 vehicles, 4 field artillery

guns, and a Grad MLRS. An electronic warfare station

& 4 ammunition & material depots, were destroyed.

Units of the Vostok military group continued to advance into the

depths of the enemy's defenses. The Russian Armed Forces

defeated formations of two mechanized, airborne-assault,

and assault brigades, as well as two assault regiments

of the Armed Forces of Ukraine ---- in the areas of

...Vozdvizhevka, Kopani, Obshche, Novoselovka,

Lyubitskoe (Zaporozhye Region), Pokrovskoye,

Dobropasovo, and Velikomikhailovka

(Dnepropetrovsk Region).

Here, the enemy lost over 315 soldiers,

five armoured vehicles, and ten cars.

At the same time, units of the Dnipro military group defeated the

personnel and equipment of two mechanized brigades of the

Armed Forces of Ukraine and a territorial defense brigade

in the areas of Kushugum, Grigorovka, Zaporozhets,

Orekhov (Zaporozhye region), and Kherson city.

Russian forces destroyed up to 55 militants, 14 vehicles, a field

artillery gun, an Israeli RADA RPS-42 counter-battery station,

and three electronic warfare stations.

* Azov is an organization recognized as a terrorist organization

by the Russian Supreme Court on August 2, 2022.

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Ukraine has still not received the fighter

Kimakovsky announced ------ the deployment of

the Russian Armed Forces in Konstantinovka

April 6th, 10:40pm

(Izvestia.ru)

Kimakovsky: Russian Armed Forces have gained a

foothold - in the industrial zone of Konstantinovka.

The Russian Armed Forces (RF) have taken positions in

the industrial zone and residential private sector of

Konstantinovka in the Donetsk People's Republic

(DPR) and have secured these areas. This was

reported on April 6 by Igor Kimakovsky, an

advisor to the head of the DPR.

"And we have already established ourselves in the industrial zone,

established ourselves in the private sector. In the city itself, there

is still a layered cake in some places, but nevertheless, we are

talking about our presence in the settlement," he said, in an

interview with the newspaper Vesti.

According to him, work is currently underway in Konstantinovka

to detect and destroy logistics routes that ensure the rotation

of units of the Armed Forces of Ukraine, the evacuation of

the wounded, as well as the supply of ammunition..... to

the enemy.

Izvestia correspondent Egor Kildibekov reported on March 6, that

in the area of Konstantinovka, operators of unmanned systems

of the 4th brigade of the Southern Group of Forces drove the

militants of the Armed Forces of Ukraine into shelters and

prevented them from moving. Russian military personnel

also control the enemy's positions ---- and the supply

of ammunition.

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Captain Jamalutdinov's unit eliminated

20 militants and 30 Ukrainian drones

April 6th, 9:48pm

(Izvestia.ru)

Captain Eldar Jamalutdinov, while carrying out the task of holding

a stronghold near one of the settlements, skillfully organized the

defense of the stronghold. This was reported by the Russian

Ministry of Defense.

Under the active use of the Armed Forces of Ukraine (AFU)

artillery and strike unmanned aerial vehicles (UAVs), the

captain's unit under his leadership repelled two enemy

counterattacks, destroying 20 Ukrainian militants and

30 FPV drones. Thanks to Jamalutdinov's courage

and professional actions, the task

was accomplished.

The department also noted the decisive actions of Junior

Sergeant Artem Nabok, who identified and eliminated

Ukrainian militants moving in an armoured vehicle

towards our units.

In one of the tactical areas, a junior sergeant was carrying out

a combat mission to reconnoiter the area using a drone.

Under constant artillery fire and active electronic warfare (EW)

operations, Naboka managed to spot a group of Ukrainian

Armed Forces with an armoured vehicle in the forest,

which posed a threat to our positions.

Having promptly prepared a strike UAV, he successfully

neutralized three Ukrainian fighters and an armoured

vehicle. Thanks to the courage and professional

actions of the junior sergeant, the task

was completed.

Earlier, the Russian Ministry of Defense reported - that Senior

Lieutenant Ivan Gorev commanded a howitzer self-propelled

artillery platoon during the destruction of three Ukrainian

strongholds. The Russian Ministry of Defense also

praised the determination of Sergeant Sergei

Kolyshkin, who was driving an evacuation

vehicle when it was fired upon by the

Ukrainian Armed Forces.

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Izvestia correspondent was injured

in a drone attack in Donetsk

April 6th, 4:06pm

(DAN)

Evgeny Bykovsky, a correspondent for Izvestia, was injured

in Donetsk during an attack by a Ukrainian drone. This

was reported by Izvestia.

It is noted that Bykovsky was hit by a second drone attack

while filming the aftermath of a drone strike in the capital

of the DPR. Doctors diagnosed the journalist with an

abutural injury.

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Kiev's thermal power plants -- have

been almost completely destroyed

by Anton Kazakov

April 6th, 4:06pm

(Vesti.ru)

The Thermal Power Plant-6 in the Desnyansky District of Kiev

has been destroyed by 80%. This was reported by the head

of the district administration, Maxim Bakhmatov.

He also said that another Kiev heating plant,

TPP-4, had been completely destroyed.

''The capital's CHPP-4 has been completely destroyed,

and CHPP-6 has been destroyed by 80%,''
Bakhmatov is quoted as saying -
by the Ukrainian media.

CHPP-4 was completely destroyed in early February. Its

capacity was estimated at 140 megawatts. The plant

provided electricity to two districts of Kyiv on the

left bank of the Dnieper River.

According to Volodymyr Omelchenko, Director of Energy

Programs at the Razumkov Centre, the restoration of

CHPP-4 will take up to three years and cost 700

million euros.

Earlier, it was reported that the Armed Forces of Ukraine

attacked the area of the Zaporizhzhia Nuclear Power

Plant and the city of Energodar. However, the

situation at the nuclear power plant --

remains under control, and there

are no radiation leaks.

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Military correspondent Kotz reported the death

of a special forces soldier who became one of

the symbols of the special military operation

by Alexey Rybin

April 6th, 3:40pm

(Rossiyskaya Gazeta)

To share

A special forces soldier Nikolai "Veles" was killed in the SVO zone,

who has become one of its most recognizable symbols since the

beginning of the special operation. This was reported by war

correspondent Alexander Kots.

Official channel of military correspondent Alexander

Kotz. "Kolya Veles was killed," the message reads.

According to Kotz, the special forces soldier has become one

of the symbols of the special military operation, thanks to

his expressive gaze ...over his balaclava.

"Mr. Eyes of the SVO -- that's what the female part of my

audience immediately nicknamed him. For his unusual,

rare and different eyes," the war correspondent writes.

Kotz points out -- that Veles led his unit in the battles for Krasny

Lyman in 2022, and also fought near Sloviansk and Lisichansk.

He is also the author of the Telegram channel "VELES is

writing quietly" and the book "Through My Own Eyes".

The message about the commander's death appeared on

the channel the day before. It states that Veles was

injured... but could not be saved.

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A supplier of weapons to terrorists at

Crocus tried to kill himself -- twice

by Alexey Rybin

April 6th, 3:06pm

(Rossiyskaya Gazeta)

To share

One of the suppliers of weapons for the terrorist attack at the

Crocus City Hall concert hall, Jabrail Aushev (listed as a

terrorist in the Russian Federation) ---- attempted to

commit suicide twice while in pre-trial detention.

This was reported by TASS citing a source in

the law enforcement agencies.

"While in the detention centre, Dzhabrail Aushev attempted to

inflict serious harm on his own health twice, but he was

given medical assistance in time," the agency quoted

the source as saying.

The source clarified that Aushev's life

is currently "not in danger."

Jabrail Aushev is one of the 15 defendants in the Crocus City Hall

terrorist attack case who have been sentenced to life in prison.

According to the verdict, they will serve their sentences first

in prison and then in a special regime colony.

As previously reported, another accomplice in the terrorist attack,

also a life-sentenced Yakubjonii Yusufzoda (listed as a terrorist

in the Russian Federation) , was able to commit suicide in a

pre-trial detention centre.

One of the bloodiest terrorist attacks in recent years took place

on March 22, 2024, during a performance by the rock band

"Piknik" at the Krokus Concert Hall in Krasnogorsk,

near Moscow.

As a result of the terrorist attack, 147 people were

killed, three went missing, and 336 were injured.

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Missile Forces and Aviation: The Russian Armed Forces

have destroyed the production facilities for the control

systems and components of the Ukrainian Armed

Forces' missiles

by Anastasia Stepanova

April 6th, 12:06pm

(RT.ru)

The Russian Armed Forces - have struck the Ukrainian Armed

Forces' energy infrastructure, production facilities for control

systems and components for operational-tactical missiles,

as well as storage and assembly sites for Ukrainian UAVs,

according to the Ministry of Defense.

Over the course of a day, air defense systems shot down 12 aerial

bombs, three HIMARS missiles, two long-range Neptune missiles,

and 693 drones, while the Black Sea Fleet destroyed four

unmanned Ukrainian boats and a Neptune-MD missile.

This was reported in the daily briefing by the Russian Ministry

of Defense on the progress of the special operation.

The strikes were carried out by operational-tactical aviation,

strike UAVs, missile forces, and artillery of the Russian

Armed Forces.

In addition, temporary locations of Ukrainian armed formations

and foreign mercenaries were destroyed in 159 areas.

Russian air defense systems shot down 12 guided aerial bombs,

three HIMARS missiles, two Neptune long-range missiles, and

693 aircraft-type drones... in a single day.

The Black Sea Fleet forces in the northeastern part of the Black

Sea repelled an attack by unmanned boats: 4 unmanned boats

of the Ukrainian Armed Forces were destroyed, as well as a

long-range Neptune-MD guided missile.

Situation on the contact line

Units of the Northern Group of Forces - improved their position

on the front line during the day.. destroying the personnel and

equipment of 2 mechanized brigades, an airborne brigade, &

3 territorial defense brigades in the areas of Novodmitrovka,

Myropolye, Novaya Sloboda, Bruski, and Pokrovka

(Sumy Region).

In the Kharkiv region, units of the Armed Forces of Ukraine's

heavy mechanized brigade, two territorial defense brigades,

2 brigades of the National Guard, and a border detachment

of the Ukrainian Border Guard Service were defeated in

the areas of Lozova, Liptsy, Pokalyane, Oleksandrivka,

Zemlyanki, and Polna.

In the North's area of responsibility, the Armed Forces of Ukraine

lost more than 185 soldiers, an armoured vehicle, 12 cars, and

two electronic warfare stations. An ammunition depot and

six material depots - were also destroyed.

At the same time, units of the Zapad military group improved their

tactical position and defeated formations of three mechanized

brigades of the Armed Forces of Ukraine and two territorial

defense brigades in the areas of Velikaya Shapkovka,

Shiykovka, Borovaya (Kharkiv Region), Krasny

Lyman, and Stary Karavan (DNR).

Here, the enemy suffered up to 180 casualties, five armoured

vehicles, 20 cars, and two field artillery pieces, including

one of Western manufacture. An ammunition depot

was destroyed.

The units of the Southern Group of Forces, in turn, took up more

advantageous positions. The South fighters defeated the

manpower and equipment of four mechanized, airborne

brigades of the Armed Forces of Ukraine and a marine

infantry brigade - in areas of Slavyansk, Nikolaevka,

Piskunovka, and Konstantinovka (DNR).

In this area, Kiev has lost up to 175 military personnel, three

armoured vehicles, 14 vehicles, two field artillery pieces,

three electronic warfare stations, and two counter-

battery radar stations. Three ammunition depots

and nine material depots have been destroyed.

Meanwhile, units of the Centre group of forces defeated the

manpower and equipment of the heavy mechanized, three

mechanized, infantry, Jaeger, airborne assault, and air-

mobile brigades, two assault regiments of the Armed

Forces of Ukraine, and two brigades of the National

Guard - in the areas of Dobropolye, Lenina,

Novogrigorovka, Sergeevka, Annovka,

Novy Donbas, Krasnoyarskoye (DNR),

and Raipole (Dnepropetrovsk region).

In this sector, the Ukrainian Armed Forces - lost more than 350

soldiers, four armoured vehicles, two cars, 2 artillery pieces,

including one of Western production, 1 electronic warfare

station, and a counter-battery radar station.

Meanwhile, units of the Vostok group of forces continued

to advance into the depths of the enemy's defenses.

The formations of a mechanized brigade, two air

assault brigades, 4 assault regiments of the

Armed Forces of Ukraine, and a marine

infantry brigade were defeated in the

areas of Pokrovskoye, Dobropasovo,

Zelenaya Dolina... (Dnepropetrovsk

region) plus Samoilovka, Charivne,

Lyubitskoye, Lesnoye, Dolinka, &

Yegorivka (Zaporizhzhia region).

In this area, Kiev lost up to 260 troops,

3 armoured vehicles, and seven cars.

Units of the Dnipro military group defeated the personnel and

equipment of the mechanized, mountain assault, marine

infantry, and territorial defense brigades of the Armed

Forces of Ukraine in the areas of Orekhov,

Novoandriivka, and Kamyshevakha

(Zaporozhye region).

Up to 60 Ukrainian Armed Forces fighters were eliminated here.

Nine vehicles, an armoured combat vehicle, a Western-made

artillery piece, and five electronic warfare stations were

destroyed. An ammunition depot and two material

depots ...were also destroyed.

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Senior Sergeant Zlygostev participated in

the elimination of an M-46 cannon of
the Armed Forces of Ukraine

April 4th, 9pm

(Izvestia.ru)

Senior Sergeant Yevgeny Zlygostev, as part of a howitzer artillery

battery, participated in the elimination of artillery of the Armed

Forces of Ukraine (AFU). The press service of the Russian

Ministry of Defense reports on the feats of Russian

military personnel in the zone of the special

military operation (SVO).

Zlygostev continuously fired at the enemy M-46 cannon, and

performed maintenance on the Russian gun. As a result the

cannon and Ukrainian crew --- were completely destroyed.

The Russian Ministry of Defense --- also noted the

professionalism of Corporal Alexander Kushch,

who, operating an unmanned aerial vehicle,

was observing the situation from the air

when he spotted another unknown

drone nearby.

After determining that the UAV belonged to the enemy

and was conducting reconnaissance in search of a

location to drop a munition, Kushch immediately

took measures --- to eliminate the device.

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In Ukraine, TSK officers sprayed gas

in a car with a pregnant woman

April 4th, 5:20pm

(RT.ru)

Near the city of Rivne in Ukraine, the TSK officers

sprayed gas in a car carrying a pregnant woman.

"The gas was intended for her husband, who

refused to get out of the car," writes the

Ukrainian newspaper STRANA.ua.

It is clarified - that the man was still pulled out of the car and

pushed into a military recruitment office minibus. During the

incident, the woman was screaming ---------- that she was

suffocating. When she informed the TSK officers about

her pregnancy, they began to make jokes about it,

according to the publication.

Earlier, it was reported that a Ukrainian man fell into a coma

after being mobilized in Dnipropetrovsk. He has a severe

head injury.

It was also reported that armed employees of

the Kharkiv TSK, while intoxicated, opened

fire on people during mobilization events.

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"Group Strike with Precision Weapons":

Russian Troops Strike Ukraine's

Military and Energy Facilities

by Adeline Vishnevskaya

April 4th, 3:49pm

(RT.ru)

Over the past 24 hours, Russian forces have launched a group

strike with long-range precision weapons - against Ukraine's

military-industrial complex and energy facilities, as well as

targeting military airfield infrastructure, according to the

Ministry of Defense.

In addition to the downing of a Flamingo cruise missile and six

aerial bombs, two Grad multiple rocket launchers and a US

M113 armoured personnel carrier, have been destroyed.

The Ukrainian Armed Forces have lost

approximately 1,100 fighters.

Over the past 24 hours, in response to Ukraine's terrorist attacks

on civilian facilities in Russia, the Russian Armed Forces have

launched a group strike - using long-range precision-guided

air- and ground-based weapons, as well as strike drones,

targeting the Ukrainian military-industrial complex and

energy facilities used by the Ukrainian Armed Forces.

The strike targets have been achieved. All designated targets

have been destroyed, according to the Ministry of Defense.

Operational-tactical aviation, strike UAVs, missile forces, and

artillery of the Russian Armed Forces groups destroyed

military airfield infrastructure and temporary bases

for Ukrainian armed formations and foreign

mercenaries - in 142 areas.

In addition, the air defense system shot down six guided aerial

bombs, a long-range Flamingo cruise missile, and 308

aircraft-type UAVs.

Meanwhile, units of the Northern Group of Forces improved their

position on the front line. They defeated the personnel and

equipment of the mechanized brigade of the Armed

Forces of Ukraine and two territorial defense

brigades in the areas of the settlements of

Bachevsk, Novaya Sich, and

Khrapovshchyna

(Sumy region).

In the Kharkiv region, the Sever fighters defeated units of the

mechanized and motorized infantry brigades of the Armed

Forces of Ukraine, the Territorial Defense Brigade, and

the National Guard Brigade in the areas

of Aleksandrovka, Kazachya Lopan,

Izbitskoe & Volchanskie Khutora.

In this area, the Ukrainian Armed Forces lost up to 175 soldiers,

a combat armoured vehicle, 18 vehicles, and two field artillery

pieces. An electronic warfare station and nine ammunition

and material storage facilities, were destroyed.

In turn, units of the Zapad military group improved their tactical

position. The Russian Armed Forces destroyed manpower and

equipment of 2 mechanized brigades of the Armed Forces of

Ukraine and a territorial defense brigade in the areas of

Borovaya, Studenok (Kharkiv region), Shchurovo,

Stary Karavan, and Krasny Lyman (DPR).

The enemy suffered more than 180 casualties, including infantry

fighting vehicles, five armoured vehicles, 22 vehicles, two field

artillery pieces, a Grad multiple rocket launcher, and three

ammunition depots.

Units of the Southern Group of Forces have taken advantageous

positions and lines. They have defeated formations of four

mechanized, motorized infantry... and assault brigades of

the Armed Forces of Ukraine in the areas of Kramatorsk
....Sloviansk, Druzhkovka, Rai-Aleksandrovka, and

Konstantinovka (DNR).

The enemy - lost up to 70 troops, two combat armoured vehicles,

16 vehicles, five field artillery guns and a combat vehicle of the

Grad MLRS. Seven warehouses of ammunition, material means

and fuel and lubricants, were destroyed.

At the same time, units of the Centre group of troops --- improved

their position on the front line. The personnel and equipment of

2 mechanized, Jaeger, assault brigades, an assault regiment

of the Armed Forces of Ukraine. A marine infantry brigade...

and a National Guard brigade -- were defeated in the areas

of Dobropolye, Vodyanskoye, Petrovka, Varvarovka (DNR),

Novopavlovka, Gavrilovka, and Novopodgorodnoye

(Dnepropetrovsk region).

The Ukrainian armed forces lost more than 380 soldiers, four

infantry fighting vehicles, 7 armoured vehicles, including a

US M113 armoured personnel carrier, a field artillery gun,

15 vehicles, and an ammunition depot.

Assault units of the Yaroslavl Airborne Troops took control

of a Ukrainian stronghold in the Zaporizhzhia region.

In addition, units of the Vostok military group ---- advanced into

the depths of the enemy's defenses. Russian forces defeated

formations of 2 mechanized, assault brigades and 2 assault

regiments of the Armed Forces of Ukraine in the areas of

the settlements of... Vozdvizhevka, Lyubitskoye, Kopani,

Novoselovka (Zaporozhye region) & Velikomikhailovka

(Dnepropetrovsk region).

In the East's area of responsibility, the enemy lost up to 290

fighters, an infantry fighting vehicle, and nine vehicles.

Units of the Dnipro military group - have destroyed the manpower

and equipment of the mechanized brigade, the Ukrainian Armed

Forces' unmanned systems brigade, and the territorial defense

brigade in the areas of Orekhov, Preobrazhenka (Zaporozhye

Region), and the city of Kherson.

Up to 65 military personnel, two armoured vehicles, 11 cars,

three electronic warfare stations, and a material supply

warehouse --- were destroyed in this sector.

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Three civilians were injured ----- in an attack

by the Ukrainian Armed Forces on Donetsk

April 4th, 2:22pm

(DAN)

As a result of the Ukrainian Armed Forces' attack on Donetsk,

three civilians were reportedly injured. This was reported by

the city's mayor, Alexey Kulemzin. The aftermath.... of this

attack was described in photos by DAN's correspondent.

Enemy drones attacked the Budennovsky district of the city

today, April 4. According to Kulemzin, damage was caused

to an apartment building, where about 190 windows were

broken, and a preschool educational institution.

According to preliminary information, 3 civilians were

injured, the mayor wrote on his Telegram channel.

Earlier, on April 2, a resident of Ocheretino village

was injured in the Yasynuvata district ...due to

Kiev's aggression.

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A Russian Su-34 fighter jet eliminated

a Ukrainian Armed Forces platoon

in a bunker in the Sumy region

April 4th, 7:27am

(Izvestia.ru)

A Russian Su-34 fighter-bomber struck Ukrainian Armed Forces

facilities in the Sumy region. This was reported on April 4 by a

soldier from the North military group with the call sign Fanat.

As a result, an underground bunker with personnel and a

launch site for heavy hexacopter bombers of the Baba

Yaga type ...were destroyed.

"The front-line gunner of the Russian Armed Forces identified and

transmitted the coordinates of a large drone launch site and an

underground bunker of militants. Based on this data, a

decision was made to launch an airstrike,"

Fan told RIA Novosti.

To hit the targets, the Su-34 used four FAB-500 aerial bombs.

The strike was carried out on pre-reconnaissance targets,

which allowed to effectively destroy the enemy

infrastructure, adds “Gazeta.Ru”.

The day before, the Russian Ministry of Defense said that

Russian troops had established control over seven

settlements in the area of the special military

operation (SVO) within a week. In particular,

units of the Northern Group of Forces

occupied Korchakovka in the Sumy

region and Verkhnyaya Pisarevka

in the Kharkiv region.

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Ukraine reported: Ukrainians

do not want to fight

April 3rd, 10:27pm

(Izvestia.ru)

The residents of Ukraine do not want to join the Armed Forces of

Ukraine (AFU). This was announced on April 3 by the head of the

office of the President of Ukraine, Kirill Budanov (included in the

list of terrorists and extremists in the Russian Federation).

"The army needs human capital. People are watching TV, the

Internet, Telegram, and so on they don't really want to go

to the front," Budanov said ....in an interview with the

Obshchestvennoye newspaper.

It is noted that there is a plan in Ukraine according to which a

certain number of Ukrainians must join the Armed Forces of

Ukraine. However, people do not want to do this, which is

why the authorities have to mobilize them.

Bussification in a skirt: Ukraine prepares for the

..mobilization of women. They were put on the

wanted list ---- as draft evaders.

Employees of the TSK (Territorial recruitment centres, an

analogue of the military enlistment office in Ukraine)

broke the arm of a 60-year-old fisherman... who,

despite being unfit for service due to his age,

three of them were trying to mobilized him.

It is noted that after this, one of the attackers used a stun

gun on the elderly man, and then sprayed pepper spray

into his face, for which the fisherman was - later -

diagnosed with chemical burns of the eyes.

In order to prevent a potential soldier of the Armed Forces

of Ukraine (AFU) from leaving the place where he was

identified by the TSK employees, his car's wheels

were damaged.

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Guard Corporal Sedunov defended a

combat vehicle from an attack by

an AFU drone

April 3rd, 9pm

(Izvestia.ru)

Guards Corporal Igor Kudelka, as part of the tank crew, took part

in inflicting fire damage on the Armed Forces of Ukraine (AFU).

Russia's Ministry of Defense reported on the feats of Russian

military personnel in the special military operation zone.

During combat operations from a concealed firing position, an

enemy concealed firing point and more than 10 Ukrainian

Armed Forces soldiers ...were eliminated.

The Defense Ministry also noted the professionalism of the guard

of Lance Corporal Ilya Sedunov - who, as part of the calculation

of the Grad rocket artillery combat vehicle, performed the task

of defeating the Armed Forces of Ukraine in the territory of

the Donetsk People's Republic (DPR).

Sedunov was at an air surveillance post when he noticed an

approaching unmanned aerial vehicle. The Guard Corporal

reported the threat to his command, and then opened fire

on the UAV with his standard weapon. The device was

destroyed ........at a distance of 100 metres from the

combat vehicle, and no damage was done to the

equipment or personnel.

Earlier, the press service of the Russian Ministry of Defense told

how Private Alexey Yuzhanin, as part of a unit, inflicted fire

damage on the Armed Forces of Ukraine in the face of

regular artillery strikes, and drone attacks. Yuzhanin

developed a plan for storming an enemy stronghold

and eliminated a machine gun crew of the Armed

Forces of Ukraine.

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Matviyenko: Russia will respond
....to countries that help the
Ukrainian Armed Forces

attack its territory

April 3rd, 6:32pm

(RT.ru)

Moscow will respond to countries that help the Ukrainian

Armed Forces strike Russian territory, according to

Valentina Matviyenko, Chairwoman of the

Federation Council.

According to her, as quoted by IS Vesti, Russia has already

made very harsh warnings to these states. As an example,

the speaker of the upper house of parliament cited

Lithuania, which has already stated - that it did

not give Ukraine permission to fly drones.

"In other words, we shook them up. And they realized that if

they continue, they will be our legitimate targets, because

they are striking Russia from their territory,"

Matviyenko said.

In addition, the Federation Council speaker announced

the desire.... of the head of the US administration,

Donald Trump, to end the conflict in Ukraine.

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Liberation of the LPR --- a massive strike, and
6 groupings: how the Russian Armed Forces
are advancing in the SVO zone

by Adeline Vishnevskaya

April 3rd, 1:49pm

(RT.ru)

The Russian Armed Forces liberated the LPR,

2 settlements ---- and took control of 5 more.

Over the past week, Russian troops liberated the LPR, two

settlements, and took control of five more, according to

the Ministry of Defense. A massive strike with high-

precision weapons and six group strikes were

carried out. Four Flamingo cruise missiles

and three Neptune guided missiles were

also shot down. The Black Sea Fleet

destroyed a Ukrainian unmanned

boat and an autonomous

underwater vehicle.

The Ukrainian Armed Forces - have lost approximately

8,800 fighters in the Special Military Operation zone.

Over the past week, as a result of the decisive actions of the

Northern Group of Forces, control was established over the

settlements of Malaya Korchakovka (Sumy Region), and

Verkhnyaya Pisarevka (Kharkiv Region) -- according to

the Ministry of Defense. The Western Group of Forces

completed the liberation of the Luhansk People's

Republic and established control over the

settlements of Brusovka (Donetsk

People's Republic) -- as well as

Kovsharovka & Novoosynovo

(Kharkiv Region).

The Eastern Group of Forces, in turn, liberated

the settlements of Lugovskoye and Boykovo

(Zaporozhye Region).

Last night, in response to Ukraine's terrorist attacks on civilian

facilities in Russia, the Russian Armed Forces launched a

massive strike --- using long-range precision-guided air-

and ground-based weapons, as well as strike drones,

targeting Ukraine's military-industrial complex and

energy facilities.

In addition, over the past week, air defense systems have shot

down 57 guided aerial bombs, 3 HIMARS missiles, four long-

range Flamingo cruise missiles, three long-range Neptune

missiles, and 2,354 aircraft-type UAVs.

The Black Sea Fleet's forces destroyed an unmanned boat

and an autonomous underwater vehicle of the Ukrainian

Armed Forces.

In addition, during the week, Russian troops carried out six group

strikes, which resulted in the destruction of fuel, transport, and

port infrastructure facilities used by the Ukrainian Armed

Forces. These included military airfields, production

facilities, and locations where long-range strike

drones were being prepared for launch, plus

as temporary bases for Ukrainian armed

forces and foreign mercenaries.

Over the past week, the Sever fighters have defeated the
personnel and equipment of 3 mechanized, 2 motorized

infantry, an airmobile unit, and an artillery brigade of

the Armed Forces of Ukraine, 3 territorial defense

brigades, two brigades of the National Guard,

and two border detachments of the

Ukrainian Border Service.

In total, the enemy lost more than 1,535 military personnel, eight

armoured vehicles, 68 vehicles, nine field artillery pieces, nine

electronic and counter-battery warfare stations, as well as 71

ammunition, fuel, and lubricant depots.

Meanwhile, units of the Zapad military group have destroyed

manpower and equipment of five mechanized, airborne, and

assault brigades, the brigade guarding the General Staff of

the Armed Forces of Ukraine, two territorial defense

brigades, and a brigade of the National Guard.

The enemy's losses in this area amounted to over 1,250 fighters,

2 tanks, 16 armoured vehicles, 152 cars, 17 field artillery

pieces, two counter-battery stations, and 13

ammunition and material depots.

In turn, the units of the Southern Group of Forces improved their

position on the front line. Over the course of the week, they

defeated the formations of five mechanized, motorized

infantry, assault, mountain-assault, and airmobile

brigades, the UAV brigade of the Armed Forces

of Ukraine, and the territorial defense brigade.

In the South sector, the Armed Forces of Ukraine lost more than

1,155 fighters, two tanks, 22 armoured vehicles, 93 vehicles,

and 25 field artillery pieces.

Eight electronic warfare stations and 53 ammunition,

fuel, and material depots - were destroyed.

At the same time, the units of the Centre group of forces improved

their tactical position ---- and took advantageous positions. They

defeated the personnel and equipment of 6 mechanized, two

airmobile, infantry, assault, airborne-assault, and Jaeger

brigades, three assault regiments of the Armed Forces

of Ukraine, a marine infantry brigade, three territorial

defense brigades & 4 brigades of the National Guard.

In total, the enemy lost over 2,545 fighters, four tanks, including

a US Abrams tank, 68 armoured combat vehicles, and 106

vehicles in this area. Ten field artillery pieces and 11

electronic warfare stations, were destroyed.

Over the past week, units of the Vostok military group

have advanced deep into the enemy's defenses.

Here, the Russian Armed Forces destroyed the personnel and

equipment of two mechanized, three airborne assault, two

assault brigades, five assault regiments, a marine infantry

brigade, and a territorial defense brigade.

The losses of Ukrainian armed formations in the East's area of

responsibility amounted to more than 1,960 military personnel,

12 armored vehicles, 54 vehicles, and seven artillery pieces.

Seven ammunition and material depots were destroyed.

At the same time, units of the Dnipro military group improved their

tactical position. They defeated formations of two mechanized,

mountain-assault brigades of the Armed Forces of Ukraine, a

marine infantry brigade, and a territorial defense brigade.

In total, the Armed Forces of Ukraine lost up to 395 soldiers,

five armoured vehicles, 94 vehicles, & a field artillery gun

in this sector.

17 electronic and counter-battery warfare stations

and 14 ammunition, fuel, and material supply

depots - were destroyed.

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Strike - on the military-industrial

complex and Ukrainian militant

bases: Russian troops....... are

advancing ----- deep into the

Ukrainian defense lines

by Adeline Vishnevskaya

April 2nd, 11:53am

(RT.ru)

Over the past 24 hours, the Russian army has carried out strikes

on Ukrainian military-industrial complex facilities, as well as on

energy, transport, and port infrastructure, according to the

Ministry of Defense. Five guided aerial bombs and 291

drones have been downed. In addition, four US M113

armoured personnel carriers, an HMMWV armoured

vehicle, and a 155mm Paladin self-propelled gun

have been destroyed.

The Ukrainian Armed Forces have suffered

losses of approximately 1,300 fighters.

Over the past 24 hours, operational-tactical aviation, strike UAVs,

missile forces, and artillery of the Russian Armed Forces -- have

destroyed a Ukrainian military industry enterprise and facilities

of the energy, transport, and port infrastructure.... used by the

Armed Forces of Ukraine, according to the MoD.

In addition, production facilities, storage and launch sites

for long-range drones, as well as temporary locations for

Ukrainian armed formations and foreign mercenaries in

144 districts, have been targeted.

During this time, air defense systems shot down

5 guided aerial bombs & 291 aircraft-type UAVs.

In the combat contact zone, units of the Northern Group of Forces

improved their position on the front line. They inflicted damage on

the personnel and equipment of the mechanized, airmobile, and

territorial defense brigades of the Armed Forces of Ukraine in

the areas of the settlements of Mironovka, Novaya Sich, and

Myropolskoye (Sumy Region).

In the Kharkiv region, units of three mechanized and motorized

infantry brigades of the Armed Forces of Ukraine, a territorial

defense brigade, a National Guard brigade, and two border

detachments of the Ukrainian Border Guard Service were

defeated in the areas of Proletarskoye, Izbitskoye,

Pokalyanoye, Vesyoloye, and Zemlyanki.

Here, the Ukrainian Armed Forces lost up to 170 fighters, eight

vehicles, and three field artillery pieces. A radio-electronic

warfare station and 13 ammunition and material depots

were destroyed.

At the same time, units of the Western Group of Forces improved

their tactical position. They defeated the manpower and

equipment of five mechanized brigades of the Armed

Forces of Ukraine and a territorial defense brigade

in the areas of Chervony Oskol, Monachynivka,

Palamariivka, Nechvolodivka (Kharkiv region),

Adamivka, and Krasny Lyman (DPR).

In the West's area of responsibility, the enemy lost more than 190

fighters, a tank, 2 US M113 armoured personnel carriers, 27
vehicles, 2 field artillery pieces, & an ammunition depot.

Units of the Southern Group of Forces have taken advantageous

positions. Russian forces have defeated formations of three

mechanized, mountain-assault, and assault brigades.... of

the Armed Forces of Ukraine in the areas of Slavyansk,

Kramatorsk, Reznikovka, and Konstantinovka (DPR).

In this area, the enemy lost up to 185 troops, four combat
armoured vehicles -- including two US M113 armoured

personnel carriers and a HMMWV armoured vehicle,

ten vehicles and six field artillery guns, including

a US 155 mm SAU Paladin. Destroyed --- the EW

station and 9 ammunition and material depots.

The units of the Centre group of troops -- improved their position

on the front line. They defeated the personnel and equipment -

of three mechanized, airborne assault, and assault brigades,

two assault regiments of the Armed Forces of Ukraine, a

marine infantry brigade, and 4 brigades of the National

Guard in the areas of Petrovka, Starorayskoye,

Varvarovka, and Mariyevka (DPR),

Novopodgorodnoye, and Raipole

(Dnepropetrovsk region).

It is reported that the Ukrainian armed forces have lost

over 375 fighters, a tank, 10 armoured vehicles, and

15 cars.

Meanwhile, units of the Vostok group of troops have advanced

into the depths of the enemy's defenses. The Vostok fighters

have defeated formations of two mechanized, two airborne

assault, 2 assault brigades and three assault regiments

of the Armed Forces of Ukraine --- in the areas of

Velikomikhailovka, Kolomiitsy (Dnepropetrovsk

region), Verkhnyaya Tersa, Vozdvizhevka and

Komsomolskoye (Zaporozhye region).

In this sector, the enemy lost more than 335 soldiers,

a combat armoured vehicle, twelve vehicles, an

artillery gun, and 1 electronic warfare station.

In addition, units of the Dnipro military group defeated the

personnel and equipment of two mechanized brigades of

the Armed Forces of Ukraine and a marine infantry

brigade in the areas of Orekhov, Kirovo, and

Preobrazhenka (Zaporozhye Region).

Up to 50 military personnel, an armoured vehicle, 11 cars, an

electronic warfare station, and a material storage facility

were destroyed.

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A Russian marine rescued Ukrainian soldiers

from a basement ........using burning hay

April 2nd, 6:45am

(Izvestia.ru)

A Russian marine pulled soldiers of the Armed Forces of Ukraine

(AFU) out of a basement with burning hay in the Dobropol

direction. This was told on April 2 by a serviceman of

a marine infantry unit operating in the interests of

the Centre group of forces, with the call

sign Kharya.

"The fighter set fire to the hay and threw it into the basement.

As a result, the enemy began to leave their hiding place,"

the Russian fighter told RIA Novosti.

It is noted that this trick resulted in the destruction

of five Ukrainian Armed Forces fighters.

On April 2, the Russian Ministry of Defense reported that the
operators of the Lantset unmanned system troops... of the

120th Marine Corps Division of the Centre military group

destroyed two tanks and a Ukrainian howitzer in the

Dobropol direction.

It is noted that the location of armoured vehicles

was discovered and the position of an artillery

gun ....was revealed.

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Marochko: After liberating Verkhnyaya Pisarevka,

the Russian Armed Forces approached Rubizhny

April 1st, 10:02pm

Editorial staff of the TASS website

A military expert said that the Russian offensive

in this sector of the front... is affected by the

Seversky Donets River.

Russian troops, having liberated Verkhnyaya Pisarevka,

have approached Rubizhne village, in Kharkiv region,

military expert Andrey Marochko told TASS.

According to him, the liberation of Verkhnyaya Pisarevka,

was preceded by Russian army's control of Kharkiv's

Grafsky district.

"With the liberation of Verkhnyaya Pisarevka, we have reached

another settlement, Rubizhne in the Kharkiv region. This

settlement was actively used by Ukrainian militants for

military purposes. There are - temporary deployment

points and ammunition depots here. Naturally, our

military personnel -- will have to work hard to

displace the Ukrainian militants from this

settlement," he said.

Marochko noted that the Russian army's advance in this area

is affected by the water barrier of the Seversky Donets River.

Russian troops established control over Verkhnyaya Pisarevka

in Kharkiv region on April 1, the Ministry of Defense of the

Russian Federation, reported earlier.

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Marochko: The liberation of Boykovo

allows the Russian Armed Forces

to advance to the north

Editorial staff of TASS website

April 1st, 9:01pm

In parallel, Russian forces will be able to

liberate the territory of the DPR, the

military expert noted.

The Russian army's takeover of Boykovo, in the

Zaporizhzhia region allows the Russian army

to advance northward, simultaneously

liberating the territory of the

neighbouring Donetsk

People's Republic.

This was reported to TASS

by the military expert,

Andrey Marochko.

"According to my information... the situation in Boykove

is developing dynamically. I assume that our military

personnel ...will continue to move in the northern

direction - along our administrative border, just

at the junction of the Zaporozhye region and

the Donetsk People's Republic, fulfilling the

task ----- of liberating two regions of the

Russian Federation at once," he said.

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Captain Akhmetov destroyed two

anti-tank mines using a UAV

April 1st, 9pm

(Izvestia.ru)

Captain Ruslan Akhmetov was conducting reconnaissance to

identify routes for transporting supplies and evacuating the

wounded when he came across two anti-tank mines during

his reconnaissance mission. Russia's MoD's press service

shared information about the heroic actions of Russian

soldiers in the Special Military Operation (SVO) zone.

His high level of professionalism allowed him to accurately

detect the mines and prevent their detonation. Akhmetov

used unmanned aerial vehicles to destroy the mines

while maintaining a safe distance from them. By

removing the obstacle from the route, he was

able to evacuate three injured individuals

in a timely manner, saving their lives.

The Russian Defense Ministry also noted the courage of Private

Sergei Rymanov, who was delivering ammunition and supplies

to a motorized rifle company when his vehicle was attacked

by attack drones of the Armed Forces of Ukraine.

After skillfully performing a maneuver, Rymanov diverted the

vehicle from the drone's attack and reached the positions

of the motorized riflemen. On the way back, he

transported a wounded soldier to safety,

saving his life.

Earlier, the press service of the Russian Ministry of Defense told

how Private Kirill Agasiev was on duty at an observation post

when he noticed the movement of a Ukrainian special forces

reconnaissance group. He reported this to his command --

and faced the enemy alone until reinforcements arrived.

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Marochko: After liberating Boykove,

the Russian Armed Forces ----- took

control of about 2 km of the border

Editorial staff of TASS website

April 1st, 8:01pm

Russian troops have taken control of about 2 km of the Russian

border, liberating Boykovo in the Zaporizhzhia region. This was

reported to TASS by military expert Andrey Marochko.

"With the liberation of Boykove in the Zaporizhia region, our

servicemen have reached the administrative border [of the

Russian Federation] and have now taken control of a two
kilometre section of it," he said.

The Russian Defense Ministry announced

the liberation of Boykovo --- on April 1.

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After the loss of Verkhnyaya Pisarevka,

the Ukrainian Armed Forces held
a stand-up competition

by Alexey Komolov

April 1st, 7:20pm

(Rossiyskaya Gazeta)

To share

Military personnel from the 16th Army Corps of the Armed Forces

of Ukraine held a humorous stand-up competition after the loss

of the village of Verkhnyaya Pisarevka in the Kharkiv region,

according to Russian law enforcement agencies,

reports TASS.

It is noted that the idea was proposed by Ivan Shnyr, the

commander of the 58th Separate Motorized Infantry

Brigade of the Armed Forces of Ukraine.

The humorous contest was intended

to boost the soldiers' morale.

According to the agency's interlocutor, the 58th Brigade of the

Armed Forces of Ukraine was responsible for the defense of

Verkhnyaya Pisarevka, which is the "funniest" aspect of

the situation.

Ivan Shnyr himself is far from the front ---- in Kharkiv, where he has

set up a command post for the unit in the basement of one of the

educational institutions.

At the same time, the Ukrainian Armed Forces command is

demanding that the 58th Brigade stop the Russian Armed

Forces' offensive in the area of Verkhnyaya Pisarevka.

On April 1st, the Russian Ministry of Defense announced the
liberation of Verkhnyaya Pisarevka in the Kharkiv region.

The village ....came under the control of the Russian

Armed Forces' Northern Group.

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Miroshnik named the goal of the Kiev regime:

to deprive civilians of the chance to survive

by Polina Uryvskaya

April 1st, 5:39pm

(Vesti.ru)

The Kiev regime, by attacking doctors, aims to deprive

civilians of their chance to survive. This opinion was

expressed by Rodion Miroshnik --- Ambassador-at-

Large of the Russian Ministry of Foreign Affairs.

He noted that medical personnel are increasingly becoming

a priority target for the Ukrainian Armed Forces.

''The goal ..of the Ukrainian government and Ukrainian

commanders is to deprive the civilian population of

any chance to survive. To deprive them of hope

for help and salvation'', said Miroshnik

According to Miroshnik, about 60 ambulances were

attacked by the Ukrainian side in 2025.

''This year, the count is going even faster.. because almost

every week, we receive reports of attacks and targeted

attacks on medical workers in the Kherson & Belgorod

regions, who are risking their lives to perform their

professional duties and save civilians who have

been affected by attacks,'' he emphasized.

According to the diplomat -- such actions

are "killing the hope of saving a person."

''You see, the approach of the fiends --- is like this. It's not even

about killing the person, but about killing the person's hope

for salvation. That's probably why..... they include medical

professionals in their target lists'' added the ambassador.

Earlier, Miroshnik, in an interview with Vesti, told about

the reaction of international organizations to Kiev's

criminal actions. ''Indifference''.

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The Armed Forces of Ukraine

attacked Gorlovka, and a

civilian was injured

April 1st, 5:09pm

(DAN)

A civilian was injured as a result of aggression by the Armed

Forces of Ukraine in Gorlovka. This was reported today by

the head of the city district, Ivan Prikhodko.

"A civilian was injured .....as a result of an attack by

an AFU UAV in the Nikitovsky district of Gorlovka,"

Prikhodko said.

No damage has been reported at the moment.

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The Russian Security Council accused

Western politicians of being insane

and allowing nuclear strikes

by Polina Uryvskaya

April 1st, 3:39pm

(Vesti.ru)

The inadequacy and insanity of Western politicians --- who talk

about the permissibility of a limited use of nuclear weapons
- is obvious. This was stated by Deputy Secretary of the

Russian Security Council Yuri Kokov ---- in an

interview with Rossiyskaya Gazeta.

''The inadequacy and madness --- of the arrogant politicians in

London, Brussels, & other Western capitals is now obvious.

Their statements about the permissibility of limited use of

nuclear weapons ...are particularly noteworthy,'' he said.

Kokov noted that Western politicians have become too confident

in their own exceptionalism, which has led them to disregard

the lives of people in various parts of the world... including

by initiating and supporting armed conflicts and terrorist
attacks ----- as well as causing migration and
humanitarian crises.

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Zakharova called Israel's threats in

the Caspian Sea --- unacceptable

April 1st, 3:19pm

(Izvestia.ru)

Moscow insists on maintaining peace in the Caspian Sea and

considers the destabilizing threats of Israel unacceptable.

This was stated by Russian Foreign Ministry spokes-

woman, Maria Zakharova. on April 1.

"It would be useful to reiterate our well-known and unambiguous

position: the Caspian region is a safe space for peaceful and

mutually beneficial cooperation.... free from any kind of

military confrontation. The threats to the water area

created by Israel ------- including for trade and the

transportation of goods ----- are unacceptable

to us," Zakharova said in a weekly briefing.

She added that Russia calls on all countries bordering

the Caspian Sea to express their strong protest and

condemnation to the Israeli authorities.

Kremlin spokesman Dmitry Peskov said on March 24 that Russia

would react negatively to a potential escalation in the Caspian

Sea as part of the conflict in Iran. According to media reports,

Israel may attack vessels in the Caspian Sea that are

allegedly transporting Russian weapons to Iran.

The Chairman of the Maritime Board, Assistant to the President

of the Russian Federation Nikolai Patrushev, on February 17th,

announced Russia's readiness to repel the seizures of ships

by Western countries. According to him, if Russia doesn't

provide a "tough rebuff," Western countries will soon

attempt to completely block Russia's access to

the seas in the Atlantic basin.

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Lukashenko: In the event of war, Belarus will

increase its military forces to half a million

by Polina Uryvskaya

April 1st, 2:11pm

(Vesti.ru)

In the event of a war, Belarus will be able to increase its military

forces to 500,000, according to Belarusian President Alexander

Lukashenko, as reported by BELTA.

''We have 70,000 men under arms today. Half a million,

including additional conscription in the event of war,''

he said.

The President of Belarus warned the country's top military

leadership about the possibility of dismissal, in case of

failure. He added that "the war has begun."

Earlier, Lukashenko said about the readiness of

Belarus for war, but emphasized peacefulness.

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By the forces of the Zapad military group:

the Ministry of Defense - announced the

completion of the liberation of the LPR

by Adeline Vishnevskaya

April 1st, 1:22pm

(RT.ru)

The units of the Zapad military group --- have completed the

liberation of the LPR, according to the Ministry of Defense.

Over the past 24 hours, the Russian Armed Forces have targeted

military airfields, military-industrial complex enterprises, and

Ukraine's energy and fuel infrastructure. Ten guided aerial

bombs, a HIMARS missile, 2 Cossack armoured vehicles,

an Abrams tank, and an M777 howitzer were destroyed.

The Ukrainian Armed Forces have lost approximately

1,300 fighters over the past 24 hours.

The units of the Zapad military group ---- have completed the

liberation of the Luhansk People's Republic, according to

he Ministry of Defense's report on the progress of the

special military operation. Additionally, the units of

the Sever military group have established control

over the village of Verkhnyaya Pisarevka in the

Kharkiv region, and the units of the Vostok

military group have liberated the village

of Boykovo in the Zaporizhzhia region.

According to the Ministry of Defense, operational-tactical aviation,

strike UAVs, missile forces, and artillery of the Russian Armed

Forces have targeted military airfields, military-industrial

complex enterprises, and Ukraine's energy and fuel

infrastructure facilities - used by the Ukrainian

Armed Forces. The strikes - also targeted the

launch & storage sites of long-range UAVs,

as well as the temporary locations of

Ukrainian armed formations and

foreign mercenaries.... in

149 areas.

Air defense systems shot down ten guided aerial bombs,

a HIMARS rocket, and 261 aircraft-type UAVs.

In the area of responsibility of the Northern Group of Forces, the

formations of 3 mechanized brigades of the Armed Forces of

Ukraine, a territorial defense brigade, and 2 brigades of the

National Guard were defeated in the areas of Vesyoloye,

Volchanskie Khutora, Izbitskoye, Nesterne, and

Pokalyane (Kharkiv region).

In the Sumy region, the Sever fighters destroyed the manpower

and equipment of 2 territorial defense brigades in the villages

of Volnaya Sloboda and Pokrovka.

Here, the Ukrainian Armed Forces lost up to 255 fighters, ten

vehicles, and 3 artillery pieces. An electronic warfare

station, 4 ammunition depots, a fuel depot, and 5

material depots were destroyed.

In the area of responsibility of the Zapad military group, the

personnel and equipment of five mechanized brigades, the

brigade of the General Staff of the Armed Forces of

Ukraine, and two territorial defense brigades were

defeated in the areas of Grushevka, Gusinka,

Mayak, Monachinovka, Nechvolodovka,

Palamarevka, Prosyanka (Kharkiv

Region), Krasny Lyman, and

Yatskovka (DPR).

In this area, the enemy lost more than 170 soldiers, an infantry

fighting vehicle, an armored personnel carrier, two KAZAK

armoured vehicles, 16 vehicles, six field artillery pieces,

and an ammunition depot.

In addition, units of the Southern Group of Forces - have taken

advantageous positions. Two mechanized, mountain assault,

and airborne brigades of the Armed Forces of Ukraine have

been defeated in the areas of Konstantinovka, Krivaya

Luka, Piskunovka, Reznikovka, and Slavyansk (DPR).

The enemy lost up to 175 fighters, a tank, 3 armoured vehicles,

15 cars, an artillery gun, four ammunition depots, and three

material depots.

Meanwhile, units of the Centre group of forces - improved their

position on the front line. The Russian Armed Forces inflicted

damage on the manpower and equipment of 5 mechanized,

infantry, airborne assault brigades, an assault regiment of

the Armed Forces of Ukraine, a marine infantry brigade,

the Azov special forces brigade*, 3 brigades of the

National Guard, and a territorial defense brigade

in the areas of Grishino, Lenina, Petrovka,

Novoaleksandrovka, Novogrigorovka,

Sergeevka, Starorayskoye, and

Toretskoye (DPR), Gavrilovka,

and Raipole (Dnepro' region).

In this sector, Ukrainian armed forces lost up to 370 fighters,

a US Abrams tank, 5 infantry fighting vehicles, 3 armoured

personnel carriers, 11 combat armoured vehicles, 14

vehicles, a field artillery gun, and two electronic

warfare stations.

Units of the Vostok military group have defeated formations of

a mechanized brigade, two assault brigades, two air assault

brigades, and three assault regiments of the Armed Forces

of Ukraine in the areas of Dobropasovo, Chernenkovo

(Dnepropetrovsk Region), Vozdvizhevka,

Komsomolskoye, Kopani, and Krinovka

(Zaporozhye Region).

In the Vostok's area of responsibility, the enemy lost up to 275

fighters, an armoured personnel carrier, 11 vehicles, an

electronic warfare station, and a material

supply warehouse.

Units of the Dnipro military group improved their tactical position

and defeated the manpower and equipment of the Ukrainian

Armed Forces' mountain assault brigade.. and a territorial

defense brigade in the areas of Grigorovka & Orekhov

(Zaporozhye region).

Up to 70 military personnel, 2 armoured vehicles, 11 cars,

and a US' 155-mm M777 howitzer .....were destroyed.

* Azov is an organization recognized as a terrorist

organization by the Russian Supreme Court

on August 2, 2022.

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MEP Cartheiser: pointed out

the risks for Europe ------- if

Ukraine has nuclear arms

March 31st, 4:29pm

(RT.ru)

According to him, in this case, Kiev could “try to impose

its own policies” and drag all of Europe.... into the war.

"She would be a constant risk to Europe,"

Cartheiser told RIA Novosti.

Earlier, Volodymyr Zelensky said: that he would like

to receive nuclear weapons in addition to security

guarantees for Ukraine.

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Active actions by Sever: The Russian Armed Forces

have established control over Malaya Korchakovka

in the Sumy region

by Anastasia Stepanova

March 31st, 11:48am

(RT.ru)

The Russian army has liberated Malaya

Korchakovka .......in the Sumy region.

According to the Ministry of Defense, the Russian Northern Group

of Forces has liberated the village of Malaya Korchakovka in the

Sumy region. Over the past 24 hours, the Russian Armed Forces

have targeted Ukraine's energy, fuel, and transportation

infrastructure, as well as the launch and storage sites

of long-range drones. They have also ---- struck

Ukrainian militants and foreign mercenaries

in 158 locations.

The Russian military has taken control of the village of Malaya

Korchakovka in the Sumy region. This was reported in the

daily briefing by the Russian Ministry of Defence on the

progress of the special operation.

"As a result of active operations, the units of the North military

group have established control over the village of Malaya

Korchakovka in the Sumy region," the report says.

During the day... the Sever fighters also destroyed the manpower

and equipment of the mechanized brigade of the Armed Forces

of Ukraine and the territorial defense brigade in the areas of

Potapovka, Miropolye, Chervonaya Zarya, and Kondratovka

(Sumy region). In the Kharkiv region, the mechanized,

motorized infantry brigades of the Armed Forces of

Ukraine and two territorial defense brigades were

defeated.... in the areas of Zhovtnevoye, Bely

Kolodez, Volchanskie Khutora, Verkhnyaya

Pisarevka, and Izbitskoye.

Here, the Ukrainian Armed Forces lost more than 270 fighters

and seven vehicles. Three ammunition depots, a fuel and

lubricants depot, and 8 material depots were destroyed.

At the same time, units of the Zapad military group ---- took

advantage of a more favourable tactical position, striking

the personnel and equipment - of 2 mechanized brigades

of the Armed Forces of Ukraine and 2 territorial defense

brigades in the areas of Osinovo, Chervony Oskol, Novy

Mir (Kharkiv Region), Krasny Lyman, Krymki,

Svyatogorsk, and Stary Karavan (DNR).

In the West's area of responsibility, the enemy lost up to 170

troops, an armoured combat vehicle, 27 vehicles, 3 artillery

pieces, and a counter-battery radar station. 3 ammunition

depots were also destroyed.

The units of the Southern Group of Forces - in turn - took up more

advantageous positions. The Southern Group's fighters defeated

the formations of two mechanized, mountain-assault, motorized

infantry, and assault brigades, as well as the Ukrainian Armed

Forces' unmanned systems brigade & the territorial defense

brigade in the areas of Konstantinovka, Orekhovatka,

Slavyansk, Ilyinovka, Lipovka, Rai-Aleksandrovka,

Krivaya Luka, Golubovka, and Artyom (DPR).

In this area, the enemy lost up to 135 troops, 3 armoured combat

vehicles, 12 vehicles, 3 artillery pieces and three EW stations.

Five warehouses of material resources were destroyed.

Meanwhile, units of the Centre group of troops - have improved

their position on the front line. They have inflicted damage on

the manpower and equipment of 2 mechanized brigades, an

infantry brigade, 3 assault regiments of the Armed Forces

of Ukraine, a marine infantry brigade, a National Guard

brigade, and 2 territorial defense brigades in the

areas of Novopavlovka, Sergeevka, Priyut,

Grishino, Krasnoyarskoye (DPR)

......and Novopodgorodnoye

(Dnepropetrovsk region).

UAV operators from the North military group use drones to

monitor the difficult situation of the Ukrainian Armed

Forces in the Kharkiv region.

In this sector, the Ukrainian Armed Forces lost over 375 soldiers,

14 armored vehicles, 19 cars, a field artillery gun, and four

electronic warfare stations.

Units of the Vostok military group - continued to advance into the

depths of the enemy's defenses --- and defeated formations of a

mechanized brigade, an assault brigade, 3 assault regiments of

the Armed Forces of Ukraine, and a marine infantry brigade in

the areas of Boykovo, Vozdvizhevka, Dolinka, Kopani,

Yegorivka (Zaporozhye Region), and Gavrilovka

(Dnepropetrovsk Region).

In this direction, Kiev has lost more than 270 military personnel,

2 armoured combat vehicles, ten vehicles, two artillery pieces,

and two ammunition and material supply depots.

Meanwhile, units of the Dnipro military group --- improved their

tactical position by defeating the personnel and equipment

....of two mechanized brigades of the Ukrainian Armed

Forces in the areas of Preobrazhenka and Orekhov

(Zaporozhye region).

More than 40 Ukrainian Armed Forces fighters were eliminated

here. 9 vehicles, 2 electronic warfare stations, 3 ammunition

depots, and two material depots were destroyed.

In addition, the Russian Armed Forces -- have struck Ukraine's

energy, fuel, and transportation infrastructure facilities used

by the Armed Forces of Ukraine, long-range UAV launch

and storage sites, as well as temporary locations of

Ukrainian armed formations and foreign

mercenaries --- in 158 areas.

During the day, the air defense systems - shot down

6 guided aerial bombs and 255 aircraft-type drones.

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The Kremlin urged Zelensky - to

make a decision.. about peace

March 31st, 10:15am

(Izvestia.ru)

It would be better for the President of Ukraine, Volodymyr

Zelensky, who proposed the idea of an Easter truce, to

make a decision to stop the conflict once and for all

and end it. This was stated by Kremlin spokesman

Dmitry Peskov on March 31.

"We have not seen a clear statement of Zelensky's position on the

Easter ceasefire. As always, he has expressed his readiness and

desire for a ceasefire, whether it is an Easter ceasefire or any

other. We would like to reiterate ----- that Zelensky must take

responsibility and make a decision to achieve peace rather

than a ceasefire," the Russian president's press secretary

said during a briefing.

Peskov noted that the dynamics on the fronts ....indicate that

Russian troops are advancing everywhere: in some areas

faster, in others slightly slower. However --- this is

happening along the entire front line, which is

confirmed not only by Russian experts
but also by foreign experts.

"Therefore, Zelensky can and should make a decision in a timely

manner, and later this decision will have to be made at a higher

cost. Our president ------- has repeatedly stated this,"

Peskov concluded.

On March 30th, Zelensky said that Ukraine is ready for an Easter

ceasefire and an end to attacks on the energy sector. However,

the Ukrainian leader did not disclose the possible timing - or

specific dates for the start of the ceasefire.

At the same time, Grigory Karasin, head of the Federation Council

Committee on International Affairs, pointed out that Zelensky’s

statements about Kyiv’s readiness for an Easter truce can

not be trusted.

Karasin also noted - that the Ukrainian leader is effectively “not

his own master,” being merely a “pawn in the hands of others”

— in particular, the interests of NATO and the EU.

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The "Tourist" fighter -- reported on the

underground tunnels that the Armed

Forces of Ukraine had equipped

in Zaporozhye

by Alena Koroleva

March 31st, 3:59am

(Rossiyskaya Gazeta)

To share

A whole network of underground passages was laid by the Armed

Forces of Ukraine between houses in the village of Lugovskoye

in the Zaporizhzhia region. This --- was reported by the

commander of the Vostok military group with the

call sign "Tourist" to RIA Novosti.

As a reminder, Lugovskoye was taken over by
the Russian Armed Forces --- the day before.

According to the agency's interlocutor, the operation to liberate

the village was not an easy one. "The main difficulty was that

the Ukrainian Armed Forces' fortifications... were located

under the houses, and the positions themselves were

connected by a system of tunnels," said "Turist".

''In such conditions... it was difficult for the units to coordinate

their actions. As a result, the military decided to use drones.''

"We were guided from the surface, our movement was

corrected with the help of drones - and our advance

routes were suggested," the commander explained.

Earlier, the Ministry of Defense reported that during the

liberation of Lugovskoye, the Russian Armed Forces

took control of an area of more than 7 square

kilometres, that was defended by the

Ukrainian Armed Forces.

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Russia's "Dawn" ..considered

to be superior --- to Starlink

by Ivan Potapov

March 31st, 3am

(Lenta.ru)

The Russian satellite constellation "Dawn" is more advanced

than the US' Starlink, as it is less susceptible to Kessler

syndrome - the avalanche-like accumulation of debris

in near-Earth orbit. Astronomer Nikolai Zheleznov,

told NSN about this.

"In our version, you don't need so many satellites, they are

launched into a higher orbit. The devices of [the head of

SpaceX Elon] Musk ..move very close to the Earth,

sometimes,, even 200 kilometres --- after five

years they slow down and fall. Ours move

differently, are located so that they do

not need so many," the expert said.

According to him, the Russian Rassvet satellites
will not interfere with each other, as they
have their own correction system.

Bloomberg reported earlier that the satellites of the Dawn

group of the Russian company Bureau 1440 ....could

become a competitor to the US Starlink system.

Also in March, Bureau 1440 announced the launch of
the first 16 satellites of the same name, which are

considered Russia's response to Starlink.

In January, the South China Morning Post, citing a report

by SpaceX - submitted to the Federal Communications

Commission USA, reported that Starlink spacecraft

had to make about 150,000 evasions of Chinese

satellites and space debris - in 2025.

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Private Salikhov participated

in the elimination of an AFU

armoured personnel carrier

in the SVO zone

March 30th, 9:45pm

(Izvestia.ru)

Private Fadis Salikhov conducted aerial reconnaissance
using an unmanned aerial vehicle and identified the
location - of an armoured personnel carrier of
the Armed Forces of Ukraine. The press

service of Russian's MoD reported on
Russian military personnel feats
in the area of the SMO.

An armoured personnel carrier carrying Ukrainian troops was moving

towards Ukrainian positions. Salikhov transmitted the information to

his command, determined the coordinates, and began to adjust the

fire of Russian artillery. As a result of their teamwork, the enemy

armoured personnel carrier was destroyed.

The Russian Ministry of Defense also noted the selfless actions of

Corporal Yevgeny Minlin, who participated in the breakthrough

of the Ukrainian Armed Forces' defenses as part of his unit.

The Ukrainian Armed Forces attacked Russian positions with mortar fire

and artillery. The Russian Armed Forces soldiers selflessly defended

the area. During the close combat, Minlin personally eliminated up

to 10 enemy soldiers. At the same time, he managed to adjust

the artillery fire, which allowed him to repel the Ukrainian

counterattack and force the enemy to retreat.

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Orban: US strikes on Iran thwarted the EU's

plan ......to prolong the Ukrainian conflict.

by Maxim Aleshin

March 30th, 9:28pm

(Vesti.ru)

Orban explained how the operation

against Iran --- has affected the

EU's plans for Ukraine.

According to Hungarian Prime Minister Viktor Orban, the US'

operation against the Islamic Republic of Iran has thwarted

the EU's plan to prolong the Ukrainian conflict and deprive

the Russian Federation... of the means to continue its

special military operation. This - was reported

by TASS.

''This [EU] plan was thwarted by the US president's series

of airstrikes on Iran, as it freed Russia from sanctions,''

Orban said.

He believes that the US operation against Iran has disrupted

part of the global energy supply, which is why the Russian

Federation has "a lot of money, and will have a lot more."

Orban explained that improving Russia's financial situation

would facilitate the continuation of the military operation

in Ukraine, if necessary.

''I can confidently say that the Russians won this war,''

concluded the Hungarian Prime Minister.

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Commander-in-Chief of the Ukrainian Armed
Forces, Syrsky: The Ukrainian army - lacks
people who are willing to fight.

by Vladimir Kolinichenko

March 30th, 8:50pm

(Vesti.ru)

The Armed Forces of Ukraine are in dire need of people

who are motivated to fight, according to the AFU

Commander-in-Chief, Oleksandr Syrsky.

Journalists asked Syrsky a question: what is most

lacking at the front --- people, equipment, or

systematic management decisions?

''Of course, if you ask any commander at the front, if two

years ago it was shells and missiles --- now, we need

trained people, military personnel who are ready

to fulfill their military duty.'' Ukrainian media
cite the words of Syrsky.

Mobilization.. is the main source of personnel for the Armed

Forces of Ukraine. However, Syrsky wants to see a higher

quality of training for military personnel -- as well as
more motivated individuals... willing to fight.

Due to the acute shortage of personnel, the Armed Forces of

Ukraine ---- deployed border guards to the Kharkiv direction.

The Telegraph reported that Ukraine has started using

ground-based robotic systems on the front line, to

make up for the shortage of military personnel.

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In Ukraine, a pregnant woman was injured

while trying to stop a TSK minibus

March 30th, 8:46pm

(RT.ru)

In the city of Lutsk in the Volyn region of Ukraine, a pregnant

woman tried to fight off a man from the staff of a territorial

recruitment centre.... and was injured.

This was reported by the Public newspaper.

According to doctors, the woman has hematomas, abrasions,

and a nervous breakdown, and there is a risk of miscarriage.

Earlier, TSK officers in Ukraine beat a father of six children

to death during an attempt to carry out forced mobilization.

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The Armed Forces of Ukraine -

destroyed a warehouse with

humanitarian aid in the

Zaporizhzhia region

March 30th, 12:06pm

(Izvestia.ru)

Ukrainian drones destroyed a room with food packages

for residents of the Kamensk-Dneprovsky municipal

district in the Zaporizhzhia region. This - was

reported by district head Natalia Ivanova

on March 30.

"As a result - of a treacherous attack by the Ukrainian Armed

Forces' UAVs, the room - where ready-made food packages

intended for providing free in-kind assistance were stored

was destroyed," she said in a statement on the district

administration's Telegram channel.

According to Ivanova, a significant portion of the supplies that

were prepared with care for the residents has been lost. As a

result, the deadline for distributing aid has been pushed

back to the end of April. The authorities --- are doing

everything possible ----- to restore what has been

lost and provide support to everyone in need.

Taganrog Mayor Svetlana Kambulova said on March 30 that as a result

of the night attack by the Armed Forces of Ukraine (AFU) on the city,

12 apartment buildings and 27 private houses were damaged.

She added that in the morning, a special working group would begin

a house-to-house inspection of the damaged areas to assess the

damage. The governor of the Rostov region, Yuri Slyusar, said

the day before that a civilian died as a result of the attack

by the Armed Forces of Ukraine on Taganrog, and eight

other people were injured.

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The court: sentenced a man who

planned a terrorist attack in the

Zaporizhzhia region to 20 years

in prison

March 30th, 12:02pm

(RT.ru)

The Southern District Military Court sentenced a 40-year-old resident

of Tokmak, Zaporizhzhia Region, to 20 years in prison and a fine of

800,000 rubles for participating in a terrorist organization. This -

was reported by the Investigative Committee of Russia.

According to the court and investigators, in 2024, the accused joined a

terrorist community established by the armed forces of Ukraine. The

defendant illegally acquired components for making a bomb, which

he planned to use on the railway section between the stations of

Bolshoy Tokmak and Molochansk in the Zaporizhzhia region.

The defendant's criminal activities were stopped during the operational

and investigative activities conducted by the Federal Security Service

of Russia in the Southern Military District.

"By the verdict of the Southern District Military Court, he was sentenced

to 20 years in a maximum-security penal colony, with the first five years

to be served in prison, and a fine of 800,000 rubles," the report said.

Earlier, RT reported that a resident of Energodar

was sentenced to 19 years in prison.

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Breakthrough in the Kharkiv and Zaporizhzhia regions:

The Russian Armed Forces established control over

Novoosynove and Lugovskoye

by Anastasia Stepanova

March 30th, 11:30am

(RT.ru)

Units of the Zapad military group liberated Novoosinovo in the Kharkiv

region, and units of the Vostok military group liberated Lugovskoye in

the Zaporizhzhia region, according to the Ministry of Defense.

In addition, the Russian Armed Forces destroyed Ukrainian military

aircraft at military airfields, energy facilities, and launch sites for

long-range enemy drones. Over the course of the day, five aerial

bombs, three long-range Neptune missiles, and 312 aircraft-

type drones were shot down.

The Russian army has liberated two more settlements in the special

military operation zone: the troops of the Zapad group have taken

Novoosinovo in the Kharkiv region, and the troops of the Vostok

group have taken Lugovskoye in the Zaporizhzhia region. This

was reported in the daily briefing by the Russian Ministry

of Defense.

Units of the Northern Group of Forces have destroyed the manpower and

equipment of the mechanized brigade of the Armed Forces of Ukraine

and three territorial defense brigades in the areas of Myropil,

Novodmitrovka, Nova Sich, and Volnaya Sloboda (Sumy

region) over the past 24 hours. In the Kharkiv region,

units of the mechanized brigade, two motorized

infantry brigades, and a territorial defense

brigade have been defeated in the areas

of Izbitskoye, Shevchenkovo, Ternova,

and Pokalyane.

In the North's area of responsibility, the Ukrainian Armed Forces lost up

to 265 soldiers, three armoured vehicles, and nine cars. Two counter-

battery radar stations, an electronic warfare station, an ammunition

depot, and five material depots were destroyed.

In addition to the liberation of Novoosynovo, units of the Zapad military

group - have defeated the formations of four mechanized brigades, an

airborne brigade of the Armed Forces of Ukraine - and two territorial

defense brigades in the areas of Blagodatovka, Sinichino, Borovaya

(Kharkiv Region), Krasny Liman, Stary Karavan, and

Shchurovo (DNR).

Here, the enemy lost up to 190 troops, two armoured combat vehicles,

24 vehicles, 3 artillery guns and a radar station for counter-battery

fire. An ammunition depot was destroyed.

Units of the Southern Group of Forces ------- have taken advantageous

positions. The Southern Group's fighters --- defeated the formations

of three mechanized, motorized infantry, assault, and airbourne

brigades, the Separate Centre for Special Operations of the

Armed Forces of Ukraine, and the Territorial Defense

Brigade in the areas of Alekseevo-Druzhkovka,

Konstantinovka, Nikonorovka, Malaya

Piskunovka, Krestishche, and

Kramatorsk (DPR).

In this area, Kiev has lost up to 155 military personnel, three armoured

vehicles, 14 vehicles, six artillery pieces (including two of Western

production), and 3 electronic warfare stations. Two ammunition

depots and five material depots have been destroyed.

Units of the Centre military group improved their position on the front

line, destroying the personnel and equipment of four mechanized

brigades, an infantry brigade, an assault regiment, a marine

infantry brigade, and three territorial defense brigades in

the areas of Sergiyivka, Dobropolye, Maryivka, Svetloye,

Krasnoyarske (DPR), Mezhevaya, and Gavrilivka

(Dnepropetrovsk region).

In this sector, the Armed Forces of Ukraine lost over 415 fighters,

a tank, five armoured vehicles, 17 cars, and an electronic

warfare station.

Units of the Vostok military group ---- continued to advance into the depths

of the enemy's defenses, liberated Lugovskoye, and defeated the assault

brigades, three air assault brigades, five assault regiments, and the

territorial defense brigade in the areas of Velikomikhailovka,

Pokrovskoye, Dobropasovo, Bogodarovka, Pisantsy

(Dnepropetrovsk Region), Dolinka, Voskresenka,

Zorevka, Vozdvizhevka, Maryanovka, and

Lyubitskoye (Zaporizhzhia Region).

In this area, Ukraine lost more than 275 soldiers, 2 armoured vehicles,

seven cars, an artillery piece, and a material storage facility.

Units of the Dnipro military group improved their tactical position by

defeating the manpower and equipment of the mechanized and

mountain assault brigades of the Armed Forces of Ukraine in

the areas of Orekhov and Dimitrovo (Zaporozhye region).

Up to 60 Ukrainian Armed Forces fighters were eliminated here,

as well as an armoured combat vehicle, 12 vehicles, two

electronic warfare stations, and two warehouses.

In addition, the Russian Armed Forces have struck aviation equipment at

military airfields, Ukrainian energy infrastructure facilities used by the

Armed Forces of Ukraine, & long-range UAV launch sites. Temporary

locations of Ukrainian armed formations and foreign mercenaries

have been targeted in 162 areas.

During the day, air defense systems shot down five guided

aerial bombs, three long-range Neptune missiles, and

312 aircraft-type drones.

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TASS: The Armed Forces of Ukraine... have

mined the Seversky Donets-Donbas Canal

March 29th, 5:50am

(RT.ru)

The Ukrainian Armed Forces have mined the

Seversky Donets-Donbas canal, Russian

security agencies told TASS.

"The enemy is preparing to meet Russian troops

....near the Seversky Donets-Donbas canal.

According to the available information,

they have carried out extensive

mining of the canal and the

surrounding area,"

they said.

Earlier, it was reported that air defense systems

destroyed 203 Ukrainian drones over Russian

regions --- overnight.

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Russian Foreign Ministry: US Special

Services Hunt Russians Around

the World

by Roman Otradnov

March 28th, 11:45pm

(Rossiyskaya Gazeta)

To share

US intelligence agencies have stepped up
their efforts to target and detain
Russian citizens abroad.

The Russian Foreign Ministry - has warned:

of increased risks when traveling abroad.

The Foreign Ministry has clarified - that there has been a

dangerous trend recently, with various US agencies

increasingly initiating harassment of Russians

...outside their jurisdiction.

"The Russian Foreign Ministry draws attention to the growing

threat of detentions and arrests of Russian citizens - in third

countries at the request of the US intelligence services,"

the ministry said, in an official statement (quoted by

RIA Novosti).

Earlier, it was reported about the detention in Sweden - of a

Russian citizen, who in the US was accused in absentia of

violating sanctions and put on the international wanted

list. Washington demands -------- the extradition of

the detained.

"This is an international arrest warrant," said

Jonathan Svensson, a spokesperson for
the Swedish Security Police.

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Sapper Engineer Maslov ---- defused
Ukrainian Armed Forces mines
under enemy mortar fire

March 29th, 9pm

(/Izvestia.ru)

Sapper engineer, senior sailor Oleg Maslov, defused mines of

the Armed Forces of Ukraine (AFU) that were in the path of

assault groups despite the enemy's mortar fire. This was

reported by the Russian Defense Ministry on March 29.

Maslov....... was tasked with advancing to the front lines and

clearing the minefields that blocked the path of the assault

groups. Working quickly and discreetly, he systematically

cleared the approaches to the enemy stronghold,

advancing deeper and reconnoitering the

enemy's flanks.

During the mission, the engineer-sapper was spotted ------ and

came under mortar fire. Despite the danger, he continued to

clear the mines, allowing the assault units to successfully

attack the enemy positions and capture a key stronghold.

Maslov's courage and dedication played a crucial role --- in

achieving a significant breakthrough through the enemy's

well-fortified defensive line ...with minimal casualties.

The Ministry of Defense also praised the bravery and efficiency

of Sergeant Sergey Vasilistov, who eliminated the Ukrainian

Armed Forces personnel.

Vasilistov.... leading an assault group, carried out a combat

mission to capture an enemy stronghold. Under mortar fire

and attacks from unmanned aerial vehicles (UAVs), he

skillfully used the terrain... to advance stealthily.

Having approached the enemy positions.... unnoticed, the

sergeant attacked the Ukrainian militants with grenades,

and then, continuing his movement, he destroyed all the

personnel. His courage and determination allowed him

to capture a stronghold, after which the assault group

secured the occupied line.

On March 28th, the Russian Ministry of Defense reported that

an assault group --- under the command of Lieutenant Ruslan

Popkov destroyed an observation post, a camouflaged firing

point, and Ukrainian Armed Forces personnel. The ministry

also noted the decisive actions of Senior Lt Alexander

Slivak, who, commanding an artillery gun crew,

destroyed an Ukrainian UAV control centre

and 10 Ukrainian militants.

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Zakharova warned Europe: about

the consequences of Zelensky

receiving nuclear weapons

by Maria Krylova

March 28th, 8:46pm

(Rossiyskaya Gazeta)

To share

Western Europe will be the first victim of Vladimir Zelensky's

blackmail if he is given nuclear weapons. This was stated

by Russian Foreign Ministry spokeswoman Maria

Zakharova, in a comment to Izvestia.

"Western Europe will be the first to suffer from Zelensky's

nuclear blackmail - if he gets his hands on nuclear

weapons," the diplomat emphasized.

According to her, Zelensky will not just demand money

and weapons, but also dictate terms to the Europeans

regarding the maintenance of his regime.

Zakharova also recalled ---- that Ukraine's non-

nuclear status is one of Moscow's conditions.

Earlier, Vladimir Zelensky said that nuclear weapons

and NATO membership -- should be part of Western

guarantees to Ukraine.

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RIA Novosti: Groups of Ukrainian

Armed Forces Deserters.... are

Operating in Kharkiv Region

March 28th, 6:30pm

(RT.ru)

Criminal groups made up of Ukrainian Armed Forces

deserters ....are operating in the Kharkiv region.

This was reported by RIA Novosti in the security forces.

"Criminal gangs of Ukrainian army deserters continue

to operate in the Kharkiv region," the source said.

According to him, the gangs -- not only commit robberies

and kill civilians, but also trade ammunition and drones.

It is noted that law enforcement agencies - are unable

to cope with the situation.

Earlier, it was reported that in the Kharkiv region,

Ukrainian Armed Forces soldiers who had fled

their unit .....committed a double murder.

It was also reported, that hundreds of AFU fighters

disappeared without a trace in the Kharkiv region.

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Ukraine has acknowledged ------ that it

cannot return to the borders of 1991

March 28th, 3:34pm

(Izvestia.ru)

The militants of the Armed Forces of Ukraine (AFU) will not be

able to reach the borders of 1991. This was announced by

Mikhail Podolyak, an adviser to the office of Ukrainian

President Vladimir Zelensky.

"However, we will not regain control over all territories (up to

the borders of 1991. — Ed.)" Podolyak said in an interview

with Ukrainian journalist Vasily Golovanov, which was

posted on YouTube.

Podolyak said that Kyiv would pay "too high

a price" for trying to implement its plans.

US Secretary of State Marco Rubio said the day before - that

Ukraine could suffer defeat in the event that it continues to

refuse to make concessions.

Zelensky on March 26 refused to withdraw the Armed Forces

from the territories of Donbass in exchange for security

guarantees from the US, which, according to Andrei

Kolesnik, a member of the State Duma of the

Russian Federation for Defense, did not

cause surprise.

He emphasized that for the Ukrainian leader, such a decision is

commensurate with death, and then added that - for Zelensky,

his own life is more valuable ....than the lives of his people.

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"As a result of active and decisive actions":
Russian Armed Forces liberated
Brusovka in the DPR

by Anastasia Stepanova

March 28th, 12:16pm

(RT.ru)

According to the Ministry of Defense, the troops of the Russian

Western Group of Forces - have liberated Brusovka village in

the Donetsk People's Republic. Additionally... the Russian

Armed Forces have targeted the transport infrastructure

of the Ukrainian Armed Forces, as well as the assembly

and launch sites of long-range enemy drones.

Over the course of a day, the Russian Air Defense Forces have

downed eight aerial bombs, four Flamingo missiles, and 385

drones, while the Black Sea Fleet has destroyed an

unmanned boat and an autonomous underwater

vehicle of the Ukrainian Armed Forces.

Units of the Northern Group of Forces improved their position

on the front line, defeating units of the mechanized brigade

of the Armed Forces of Ukraine and the territorial defense

brigade in the areas of Myropolye, Malaya Korchakovka,

and Kondrativka (Sumy Region). In the Kharkiv Region,

units of the mechanized, motorized infantry brigades

of the Armed Forces of Ukraine and the territorial

defense brigade were defeated in the areas of

Izbitskoe, Bely Kolodez, Pokalyane, and

Verkhnyaya Pisarevka.

In the North's area of responsibility, the Ukrainian Armed Forces

lost over 195 soldiers, two armoured vehicles, four cars, two

artillery pieces, and two electronic warfare stations. Four

ammunition depots and ten material depots

were destroyed.

The units of the Southern Group of Forces, in turn, took up more

advantageous positions. The soldiers of the Southern Group of

Forces defeated the formations of t3 mechanized, motorized

infantry, assault, aermobile, and mountain assault brigade of

the Armed Forces of Ukraine in the areas of the settlements

of..... Izhevka, Kurovka, Alekseevo-Druzhkovka,

Konstantinovka, Krivaya Luka, Nikolaevka,

Artem and Ilyinovka (DNR).

In this area, the enemy lost up to 130 fighters, a tank, an M113

armoured personnel carrier, 2 armoured combat vehicles, 12

vehicles, and a field artillery gun. Two ammunition depots

and five material depots were destroyed.

At the same time, units of the Centre group of troops -- improved

the situation on the front line. The manpower and equipment of

two mechanized, assault brigades, an assault regiment of the

Armed Forces of Ukraine, a marine infantry brigade, and two

brigades of the National Guard, were defeated in the areas

of the settlements of Sergeevka, Novopavlovka, Grishino,

Belitskoe, Priut, Torskoe (DNR), and Novopodgorodnoye

(Dnepropetrovsk region).

In this sector, Kiev has lost more than 335 military personnel,

7 armoured combat vehicles, 22 vehicles, and four field

artillery pieces, including a US-made 155mm Paladin

self-propelled artillery unit.

Units of the Vostok military group advanced into the depths

of the enemy's defenses --- and defeated formations of the

mechanized, assault, airborne-assault brigades, and two

assault regiments of the Armed Forces of Ukraine in

the areas of Boykovo, Kopani, Vozdvizhevka,

Dolinka, Novoselovka, Lyubitskoe.... and

Komsomolskoye (Zaporozhye Region).

In this area, the enemy lost more than 265 soldiers, two

armored vehicles, six cars, an MLRS vehicle, and two

field artillery pieces.

Units of the Dnipro military group also improved their tactical

position - by defeating the manpower and equipment of the

mechanized and mountain assault brigades of the Armed

Forces of Ukraine in the areas of Kamyshevakha,

Preobrazhenka, Orekhov, and Zaporozhets

(Zaporozhye region).

More than 55 Ukrainian Armed Forces fighters were eliminated

here, as well as 14 vehicles, five electronic warfare stations,

a US-made AN/TPQ-36 counter-battery radar station, three

material storage facilities, and an ammunition

storage facility.

In addition, the Russian Armed Forces have carried out strikes

on Ukrainian transport infrastructure facilities used by the

Armed Forces of Ukraine, assembly and launch sites for

long-range UAVs, as well as temporary deployment

sites for Ukrainian armed formations and foreign

mercenaries in 148 areas.

During the day, air defense systems shot down eight guided

aerial bombs, four long-range Flamingo cruise missiles,

and 385 aircraft-type drones.

The Black Sea Fleet's forces destroyed an unmanned boat

and an autonomous underwater vehicle of the Ukrainian

Armed Forces.

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A military expert --- predicts the impact of the
Ukrainian Armed Forces' fuel shortage on
the course of the special operation

March 27th, 6:41pm

(Izvestia.ru)

The lack of fuel in the Armed Forces of Ukraine (AFU) will

allow the Russian army to advance in the zone of the

special military operation in the direction of the

selected targets. Such an opinion was

expressed by the military expert,

retired Colonel... Anatoly

Matviychuk on Friday,

March 27.

Earlier, the Politico newspaper wrote that the Armed

Forces complained about a lack of fuel due to the

consequences of the military operation of the

US & Israel against Iran, reports IA Regnum.

"Yes, Zelensky himself has fallen out with Slovakia and

Hungary, and they have stopped supplying him with

diesel fuel. There is a large shortage, but at the

same time - Ukraine still has some of its own

fuel production," Matviychuk told Lenta.Ru.

He expressed confidence that the shortage would affect

the use of military equipment, especially self-propelled

equipment that uses fuel.

"I think that this will allow our troops to use this factor

to advance towards their chosen targets — I mean

Kramatorsk, Sloviansk, Sumy, and Kupyansk —

and complete their tasks," he concluded.

The Iranian..... Vacuum Cleaner: What the

War in the Middle East Means for Ukraine

Kiev faces a shortage of key weapons

Defense Express weapons expert Ivan Kirichevsky said on

March 17, that Ukraine, due to the conflict in the Middle

East - may face a sharp shortage of PAC-3 missiles for

the Patriot air defense system in the next 1-3 months.

The situation around Iran is exacerbating the global

shortage of air defense systems and missiles, as

demand ....significantly exceeds production.

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Four civilians --- have been injured in

the DPR since the start of the day

March 27th, 6:20pm

(DAN)

Four civilians of the Republic, including a minor, were injured

today due to Kiev's aggression. This was reported by the

Head of the region, Denis Pushilin.

He specified that a 2008-born boy was injured in Donetsk.

The enemy attacked the capital's centre --- with a

strike drone.

Two more men born in 1972 were injured in Krasnoarmeysk,

and a driver for the Donbas Water Company, a man
born in 1962, was wounded in Kurakhovo.

Pushilin clarified that all the victims

are receiving medical assistance.

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Residents of Dimitrov spoke about

the evacuation... thanks to the

Russian Armed Forces and

the People's Front

March 27th, 11:12am

(Izvestia.ru)

On March 27, the military of the 5th Operational-Combat Unit of

the 51st Army, together with the People's Front, continued to

evacuate civilians from Dimitrov.

Irina, an evacuated resident of the city, told Izvestia that the

positions of the Armed Forces of Ukraine were located in

residential buildings and other civilian infrastructure.

"On one side, there were drone operators [of Ukraine] sitting in

the basement, and artillerymen. The children didn't leave the

basement at all," Irina said.

In particular, a family with three children - was evacuated, with

the youngest child.. being one year and one month old. During

the birth, his mother, Ekaterina, was taken out of the city to

Slavyansk. However, the woman returned to Dimitrov,

despite the Ukrainian law that provides for the

forced evacuation of families with children

from the combat zone. All members of

this family were successfully

evacuated to a rear city

in the DPR.

Ekaterina described how the Ukrainian Armed

Forces forcibly took children from Dimitrov.

"From the very beginning, we arrived in Dimitrov, I was still

pregnant. Until the sixth month of pregnancy, I walked

freely, and then not. When I gave birth, I was taken to

Slavyansk, and my friends brought me back.

''[Ukrainian Armed Forces fighters] came and took children

away by force. Then the women returned the children on

mining buses, brought them back, and hid them. When

we arrived, our guys (military of the Armed Forces of

the Russian Federation. - Ed.) were in Grodovka, it

is nearby," says Ekaterina.

A serviceman from the 5th OKP of the 51st Army with the call

sign Berkut said that about 950 people had been evacuated

from Dimitrov in almost four months.

"Since December 4, we have been engaged in the evacuation of

civilians from the city of Dimitrov. As of today, 938 people have

been evacuated. Three children were evacuated today, the

youngest is one year and one month old. Two weeks ago,

a woman was shot through the right lung and received

medical attention. A man who stepped on a ''Petal''

(APU ammunition. - Ed.) --- lost his leg. Well, in

general, the situation is extremely difficult,"

he said.

Berkut added that there are currently

2,000 to 2,500 residents in Dimitrov.

In January, Alexander, a local resident who was evacuated from

the city, told Izvestia about the looting of the Armed Forces of

Ukraine in Dimitrov. According to him, the Ukrainian military

took chickens and gasoline from the local population and

evicted civilians.

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Summary of the special operation

in Ukraine from March 21 to 27

March 27th, 10:26am

(Izvestia.ru)

A special military operation to protect the civilian population

of Donbass has been conducted by Russia since February

24, 2022.

In response to the terrorist attacks by Ukraine on civilian

facilities in Russia, the Russian Armed Forces carried

out a massive and five group strikes, which resulted

in the destruction of Ukrainian military-industrial

complex facilities, fuel and energy, transport,

and airfield infrastructure ......used by the

Ukrainian Armed Forces..... production

facilities for remote controlled boats

and locations for the manufacture,

storage, and preparation.. of long-

range unmanned aerial vehicles,

as well as - temporary locations

for Ukrainian armed formations

and foreign mercenaries.

Units of the Northern Group of Forces have established

control over the settlements of Potapovka in the Sumy

region, Peschanoye and Shevyakovka in the Kharkiv

region, and defeated the Ukrainian Armed Forces.

The enemy has lost more than 1,620 personnel, 11 armoured

combat vehicles, 88 vehicles, 15 field artillery pieces,

7 electronic and counter-battery stations, and

49 ammunition and material depots.

The military personnel of the Zapad military group improved

their tactical position and defeated the Ukrainian Armed

Forces' manpower and equipment. The Ukrainian forces

lost over 1,280 soldiers, 5 tanks, 31 armoured combat

vehicles, 164 vehicles, 11 field artillery pieces, three

electronic warfare stations, and 17 ammunition and

material depots.

As a result of active offensive operations, the southern group

of troops liberated the village of Nikiforovka in the DPR. The

formations of four mechanized, motorized infantry, assault,

mountain assault, and aermobile brigade of the Armed

Forces of Ukraine and the Marine Infantry Brigade

were defeated.

Over the course of the week, the Armed Forces of Ukraine lost

more than 1,210 fighters and 21 armoured combat vehicles.
Additionally, 96 vehicles, 22 field artillery pieces, 11

electronic and counter-battery warfare stations,

and 31 ammunition, fuel, and material supply

depots ...were destroyed.

The Centre group of troops ---- improved its tactical position and

took over more advantageous positions, and also defeated the

manpower and equipment of the Armed Forces of Ukraine. In

total the enemy lost over 2,395 people, 63 armoured combat

vehicles, 97 vehicles, 21 field artillery guns, and 10

electronic and counter-battery warfare stations

in this area. Three ammunition depots

were destroyed.

Units of the Vostok military group ------- have advanced into the

depths of the enemy's defenses. They have inflicted damage

on the personnel and equipment of 2 mechanized brigades,

two airborne assault brigades, an assault brigade, three

assault regiments of the Armed Forces of Ukraine..... a

marine infantry brigade, and a National Guard brigade.

The Ukrainian armed forces have suffered more than

2,065 casualties, including 16 armoured vehicles,

53 vehicles, and 12 artillery pieces. Five

ammunition and material depots

have been destroyed.

The troops of the Dnipro group of forces have improved their

tactical position. The formations of 3 mechanized brigades,

a mountain assault brigade, & a territorial defense brigade

have been defeated. The enemy... has lost up to 310

fighters, 45 vehicles, four field artillery pieces,

20 electronic warfare stations, and 16

ammunition, fuel, and material

supply depots.

Air defense systems --- shot down 47 guided aerial bombs, three

HIMARS multiple rocket launchers manufactured by the US, 4

long-range Neptun guided missiles and 3138 aircraft-type

unmanned aerial vehicles.

According to the Ministry of Defense - since the beginning of

the special military operation - 671 aircraft, 284 helicopters,

128,363 unmanned aerial vehicles, 652 anti-aircraft missile
systems, 28,525 tanks ...and armoured combat vehicles,

1,693 multiple rocket launchers, 34,113 field artillery

pieces and mortars, and 57,938 special military

vehicles -- have been destroyed.

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Russia's special operation in Ukraine
Ukraine's troops ......desert

March 27th, 3:56am

(Izvestia.ru)

The militants..... of the 119th Separate Brigade of the

Territorial Defense of the Armed Forces of Ukraine

left their positions in a forest near the village of

Novodmitrovka in the Sumy region without

permission. This was reported by

Russian security agencies

on March 27.

"As a result of the complex fire impact, demoralized military

personnel of the 119th TerO regiment - deserted from their

positions in the forest near the village of Novodmitrovka,"

RIA Novosti reports.

It is specified that the age of the Ukrainian Armed Forces

soldiers in the 119th Brigade ......exceeds 50 years.

Another Konstantinovka desertion

A serviceman of the 1442nd Regiment of the 3rd Army Corps of

the Southern Military Group with the call sign Verum, reported

on March 26 - that the militants of the assault units of the

Armed Forces of Ukraine in Konstantinovka, began to

surrender, due to poor logistics. The serviceman

added: that the logistics of the Armed Forces

of Ukraine in Konstantinovka are difficult

...due to the active use of Russian FPV

drones --------- which makes it almost

impossible...... to deliver provisions

and drinking water to the soldiers.

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A Ukrainian drone loaded with nails

was intercepted in the sky

over Gorlovka

March 26th, 4:07pm

(DAN)

An AFU drone - carrying an improvised explosive device - was

suppressed by the Kupol Donbas electronic warfare system,

over Gorlovka. This was reported by the Republic's

Defense Headquarters.

They clarified that in addition to the warhead, the drone

contained screws and nails. These were intended to

cause maximum damage to civilians.

The enemy drone was destroyed on

the spot, by FSB bomb technicians.

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As a result of Sever's active actions,

Russian troops ------- took control of

Shevyakovka in the Kharkiv region.

by Adeline Vishnevskaya

March 26th, 2:03pm

(RT.ru)

Over the past 24 hours, the Armed Forces of the Russian

Federation have established control over Shevyakovka

in the Kharkiv region. In addition, Ukraine's energy

and transportation infrastructure facilities, as

well as a workshop for the production of

remotely controlled boats, have

been targeted.

Russian forces have destroyed a US Paladin self-

propelled gun, 4 Western-made armoured

vehicles, a US counter-battery radar,

and a 155mm M777 howitzer.

The Ukrainian Armed Forces have

suffered roughly 1,100 casualties.

According to the Ministry of Defense, operational-tactical

aviation, strike UAVs, missile forces, and artillery of the

Russian Armed Forces --- have destroyed Ukrainian

energy and transport infrastructure facilities

used by the Ukrainian Armed Forces.

They have also destroyed a production facility for remotely

controlled boats, control centres, and drone launch sites,

as well as temporary locations for Ukrainian armed

formations and foreign mercenaries in 153 areas.

Air defense systems shot down six guided

aerial bombs and 439 aircraft-type UAVs.

In addition, the units of the Northern Group of Forces ------ have

established control over the village of Shevyakovka (Kharkiv

Region) as a result of their active and decisive actions.

The personnel and equipment of two mechanized and

motorized infantry brigades of the Armed Forces of

Ukraine, a territorial defense brigade, and a

National Guard brigade were defeated in

the areas of Vesyoloye, Rubizhne,

Verkhnyaya Pisarevka, and

Velykyi Burluk ----

(Kharkiv region).

In the Sumy region ----- the Sever fighters defeated units of two

mechanized brigades, an airborne brigade, and two territorial

defense brigades in the areas of Dumovka, Khrapovshchyna,

Myropil, Ivolzhanske, and Novodmytrivka.

In this area, the enemy lost over 210 troops, a combat
armoured vehicle, 13 vehicles, 4 field artillery guns,
including a US 155-mm Paladin self-propelled gun.
2 electronic warfare stations, a counter-battery
radar, and 8 ammunition and material depots
were also destroyed.

At the same time, units of the Western Group of Forces

improved their tactical position. They defeated the

manpower and equipment of three mechanized

and assault brigades of the Armed Forces of

Ukraine in the areas of Palamarevka,

Monachinovka, and Blagodatovka

(Kharkiv Region), plus Krasny

Lyman & Ilyichovka (DPR).

The Ukrainian Armed Forces lost more than 180 soldiers,

nine armoured vehicles, four of them Western-made,

23 vehicles, two field artillery pieces, and three

ammunition depots.

Units of the Southern Group of Forces have taken

advantageous positions. They have defeated

formations ...of two mechanized, airborne,

mountain assault brigades of the Armed

Forces of Ukraine and a territorial

defense brigade in the areas of

Slavyansk... Kramatorsk, Rai-

Aleksandrovka, Artem, plus

Lipovka, Nikolaevka, and

Konstantinovka (DPR).

The Ukrainian Armed Forces lost over 100 fighters,

14 vehicles, and 2 artillery pieces. Two electronic

warfare stations and two ammunition depots

were destroyed.

In turn, the units of the Centre group of troops improved the

situation on the front line. The Russian Armed Forces

-- defeated the manpower and equipment of four

mechanized, airmobile, and assault brigades

of the Armed Forces of Ukraine, a marine

infantry brigade, and four brigades of

the National Guard.. in the areas of

Grishino, Belitskoye, Dobropolye,

Novopavlovka, Krasnoyarskoye

(DNR) --- and Podgavrilovka

(Dnepropetrovsk region).

The Ukrainian armed forces lost up to 315 soldiers,

eight armoured vehicles, ten cars, and two field

artillery pieces in this sector. Four electronic

warfare stations were destroyed.

Meanwhile, units of the Vostok group of forces have advanced

into the depths of the enemy's defenses. Russian forces have

defeated formations of 2 mechanized, two airborne assault,

two assault brigades, four assault regiments of the Armed

Forces of Ukraine, and a territorial defense brigade in the

areas of Lesnoye, Vozdvizhevka, Kopani, Charivnoye,

Komsomolskoye, Barvinovka (Zaporozhye region),

and Prosyanaya (Dnepropetrovsk region).

In the East's area of responsibility, the enemy lost over 300

fighters, seven vehicles, and two field artillery pieces. A

US' AN/TPQ-36 counter-battery radar and two material

storage facilities ...were destroyed.

Units of the Dnipro military group -- defeated the manpower and

equipment of the mechanized, mountain assault, and territorial

defense brigades of the Armed Forces of Ukraine in the areas

of Orekhov, Lyubimovka, & Zaporozhets (Zaporozhye region).

Up to 45 militants, 14 vehicles, a US' 155-mm M777 howitzer,

4 electronic warfare stations, a fuel depot, and 4 material

depots - were destroyed in this area.

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Miroshnik described ------ how Ukrainian

militants most often torture prisoners

March 25th, 1:58pm

(RT.ru)

Rodion Miroshnik, Ambassador-at-Large of the Russian Foreign

Ministry for the Crimes of the Kiev Regime, has revealed the

most common methods used by Ukrainian torturers to

torture Russian prisoners of war.

"The vast majority of former prisoners have reported brutal

'welcome' beatings that all military personnel who enter

Ukrainian secret prisons are subjected to. They have

mentioned that ------ upon their arrival, they were

subjected to hours-long beatings using plastic

pipes, metal rebar, wooden table legs - and

chairs, often hanging them by their hands

or feet -- and leaving them to bleed for

many hours," he said... on the side-

lines of the 61st session of the

Human Rights Council ----- on

Ukraine's violations --- of its

international human rights

and humanitarian law

obligations.

Miroshnik noted that Ukrainian punitive forces

have developed an entire arsenal for physical

and psychological torture.

"The captives' legs, arms, sensitive body parts, or genitals are

connected to the terminals of an electric generator, and an

electric current.... is passed through them. For some

captives, these tests result in fainting, clinical

death, or even death," Miroshnik said.

Prisoners are also restricted - in

terms of food and medical care.

Earlier, Miroshnik said that those who returned from captivity

speak about the atmosphere of hatred in Ukrainian prisons.

According to the diplomat, the SBU and the GUR threaten

prisoners with death ---- to force them to work for Kiev.

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Nikiforovka in the DPR has been liberated:

the Ministry of Defense reported on the

successes of Russian troops in

the SVO zone

by Adeline Vishnevskaya

March 25th, 12:42pm

(RT.ru)

According to the Ministry of Defense, Russian troops have

destroyed the assembly facilities and storage sites, for

long-range UAVs - as well as energy facilities used by

the Ukrainian Armed Forces. In addition - air defense

systems have downed four Neptune guided missiles

and 3 HIMARS rockets. Furthermore, the South

Front has liberated Nikiforovka in the
Donetsk People's Republic.

Two Israeli RADA counter-battery radar stations, a HIMARS

rocket launcher, a Czech Vampire rocket launcher, and a

US counter-battery radar --- have been destroyed.

The Ukrainian Armed Forces lost more than 1,300 fighters.

According to the Ministry of Defense, operational-tactical

aviation, strike UAVs, missile forces, and artillery of the

Russian Armed Forces - have destroyed the assembly

facilities for long-range drones & their launch sites,

as well as energy facilities used by the Ukrainian

Armed Forces. In addition -- strikes have been

carried out on ammunition and fuel depots

......as well as temporary locations for

Ukrainian armed formations and

foreign mercenaries in

149 areas.

Air defense systems shot down three HIMARS MLRS shells,

four Neptune long-range guided missiles, and 543

aircraft-type UAVs.

Units of the Northern Group of Forces ---- have improved their

tactical position. The Russian Armed Forces have defeated

the personnel and equipment of the Ukrainian Armed

Forces' mechanized brigade and territorial defense

brigade .....in the areas of the settlements of

Ivolzhanskoye, Manukhovka, Bublikovo,

Khrapovshchyna, and Bititsa

(Sumy Region).

In the Kharkiv region, units of the Armed Forces of Ukraine's

mechanized brigade and the Territorial Defense Brigade

were defeated in the areas of Izbitskoye, Velyka

Babka, and Verkhnia Pisarevka.

In this area - the Ukrainian Armed Forces lost up to 310 fighters,

2 infantry fighting vehicles, an armoured personnel carrier, 21

vehicles, 4 field artillery pieces - and a US' HIMARS MLRS.

Two Israeli RADA counter-battery stations, an electronic

warfare station, an ammunition depot, and 6 material

depots --- were destroyed.

Meanwhile, units of the Zapad military group - have taken

advantageous positions and lines of defense. They have

defeated the personnel and equipment of 4 mechanized

brigades, the brigade of the General Staff of the Armed

Forces of Ukraine, and the brigade of the National

Guard in the areas of Monachynivka,

Shevchenkivka..... Sobolevka,

Palamariivka, Staroverivka

(Kharkiv region), plus ---

Krasnyi Lyman (DPR).

Enemy losses: up to 180 troops, 5 combat armoured vehicles,

30 vehicles, three artillery guns and a Czech Vampire MLRS

combat vehicle. Destroyed: an EW station and four

ammunition depots.

In addition, units of the Southern Group of Forces liberated

the village of Nikiforovka (DPR) as a result of active and

decisive actions.

The Armed Forces of Ukraine's seven mechanized, airborne,

assault, motorized infantry, and mountain assault brigades,

were defeated in the areas of Druzhkovka, Konstantinovka

Rai-Aleksandrovka, Lipovka, Bylbasovka, Novoselovka,

Kramatorsk, Nikolaevka, and Slavyansk (DNR).

Here, the enemy lost up to 200 troops, 3 armoured vehicles, ten

cars, eight field artillery guns, including two produced by NATO

countries. Three electronic warfare stations, three ammunition

depots, and a fuel depot - were destroyed.

In turn, the units of the Centre group of troops --- improved the

situation on the front line. Russian troops have hit manpower

and equipment of three mechanized, infantry, air mobile, air

assault brigades, 2 assault regiments of the Armed Forces

of Ukraine, a marine infantry brigade... a special forces

brigade “Azov”* and 3 brigades of the National Guard

in the areas of the settlements of Krasnoyarske,

Svetloe.... Toretskoe, Verovka, Dobropolye,

Grishino, Torskoe, Sergeevka, Belitskoe,

Novopavlovka (DNR) and Ivanovka

(Dnepropetrovsk region).

In this area, the Ukrainian armed forces lost up to 300 fighters,

a tank, 2 armoured personnel carriers, 6 armoured vehicles,

10 cars, and 2 field artillery pieces. A radar station and

an ammunition depot ...were also destroyed.

At the same time, units of the Vostok group of troops -- continued

to advance into the depths of the enemy's defenses. The Vostok

fighters defeated formations of two mechanized, two airborne

assault, two assault brigades, four assault regiments of the

Armed Forces of Ukraine, and a marine infantry brigade

in the areas of Vozdvizhevka, Vasinovka, Zelenoye,

Komsomolskoye, Charivnoye, Kopani, Mirnoye

(Zaporozhye region), Levadnoye ------ and

Prosyanaya (Dnepropetrovsk region).

In this sector, the enemy lost up to 330 troops, 2 armoured

vehicles, six vehicles and 2 artillery guns. Destroyed ---

a US' counter-battery radar AN/TPQ-48.

At the same time, units of the Dnipro military group - defeated

the personnel and equipment of the Ukrainian Armed Forces

mountain assault brigade, the marine infantry brigade, and

the territorial defense brigade.. in the areas of Orekhov,

Preobrazhenka, Odarovka (Zaporozhye region),

and Kazatskoye (Kherson region).

In the Dnipro's area of responsibility --- up to 40 militants, eight

vehicles, a field artillery gun, two electronic warfare stations,

and three material storage facilities - were destroyed.

* Azov is an organization recognized as a terrorist organization

by the Russian Supreme Court on August 2, 2022.

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A group --- of armed Ukrainian Armed
Forces soldiers is photographed in
the government district of Kiev

by Anatoly Kazantsev

March 24th, 4:59pm

(Rossiyskaya Gazeta)

To share

A photo of a group of Ukrainian Armed Forces soldiers in the

government district of Kiev has appeared on the Internet.

The photo was published on the Ukraine.ru channel in

the MAX messenger.

The photo shows a group of military personnel in camouflage

uniforms with weapons and equipment. They are standing

on the pavement. Nearby is a white bus, which is likely

the vehicle that brought the military personnel.

Earlier, the Verkhovna Rada deputy, Oleksiy Honcharenko...

(included in the Russian Federation in the list of terrorists

and extremists) reported that the police and personnel

of the Armed Forces of Ukraine -- are converging in

the government quarter.

The parliamentarian also claimed that the office of Volodymyr

Zelensky is preparing a "showing off beating" of several

deputies because of the "wrong" vote. According to

the available data, the provocation is to take

place on Wednesday.

Goncharenko claims that the pressure on the deputies should

encourage them to approve the bill, which is necessary for

continued lending from the International Monetary Fund.

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About 60 members of the Rada

refused to come to work

due to threats

March 24th, 3:44pm

(RT.ru)

Security forces have been deployed in the government

district of the Ukrainian capital, amid reports of a

brewing crisis in the Verkhovna Rada.

This was announced by Alexey Goncharenko*,

a People's Deputy who is recognized as a

terrorist in Russia, on Telegram.

"The Servants of the People group - and representatives

of other factions do not plan to come to the Rada due

to threats of beatings and provocations," he said.

Goncharenko writes that about 60 members of the Servant

of the People party and other factions refused to come to

work on March 24.

Earlier, Vladimir Zelensky threatened to send members

of the Verkhovna Rada of Ukraine ...to the front.

* Included in the register of individuals

involved in terrorism and extremism.

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Since 2022 --- the Armed
Forces of Ukraine: have

fired more than 400,000
rounds of ammunition

--- at civilian targets

March 24th, 3:34pm

(RT.ru)

The Ukrainian Armed Forces have fired more than 400,000

rounds of ammunition at Russian civilian targets since

2022, Russian Foreign Ministry Ambassador-at-Large

Rodion Miroshnik said at the 61st session of the

UN Human Rights Council (UNHRC).

"Over the past four years, the Armed Forces of Ukraine have

fired more than 400,000 rounds of ammunition at Russian

civilian targets, which were paid for by Western leaders

from their countries' budgets," TASS quoted the

diplomat as saying.

He wondered if Western taxpayers knew that they were paying

for the murder of old people, women, and children - instead of

providing medical or social assistance to their own citizens.

Earlier, it was reported that one person was killed and six

were injured in an attack by the Ukrainian Armed Forces

in the Kursk region.

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Russian Forces Strike Ukrainian Military-

Industrial Complex Facilities and

Military Airfields

by Adeline Vishnevskaya

March 24th, 2:41pm

(RT.ru)

Last night, the Russian Armed Forces --- carried out a massive

strike with long-range precision weapons and drones against

Ukrainian military-industrial complex enterprises that

produce missiles and their components, as well as

against military airfields, according to the

Ministry of Defense.

In addition, Russian forces gained control over Peschany in

the Kharkiv region. The strike also targeted a Polish Krab

self-propelled howitzer, plus two Israeli counter-battery

stations, a US howitzer and an electronic warfare

station, and a French CAESAR self-propelled

howitzer. The Ukrainian Armed Forces

suffered over 1,200 casualties.

At night, in response to Ukraine's terrorist attacks on civilian

facilities in Russia, the Russian Armed Forces --- launched a

massive strike using long-range precision-guided weapons,

both air- and ground-based, as well as drones ---- targeting

Ukrainian military-industrial complex facilities, that

produce various types of missiles... and their

components, as well as military airfields.

The strike achieved its objectives - with

all designated targets being destroyed,

according to the Ministry of Defense.

In addition, units of the North Military Group have established

control over the village of Peschanoye (Kharkiv Region).

The Sever fighters, also defeated the personnel and equipment

of 2 mechanized and motorized infantry brigades of the Armed

Forces of Ukraine and a brigade of the National Guard in the

areas of Volokhovskoye, Izbitskoye, Kolodeznoye, and

Shevyakovka (Kharkiv region).

In the Sumy region, units of the mechanized brigade of the

Armed Forces of Ukraine ....and the territorial defense

brigade were defeated in the areas of Kondrativka,

Malaya Korchakovka, and Myropillia.

In this area, the Ukrainian Armed Forces lost more than 235

soldiers, 4 armoured vehicles, ten cars, a field artillery gun,

a counter-battery station, and five warehouses.

Meanwhile, units of the Zapad military group improved their

tactical position. The manpower and equipment of three

mechanized, assault brigades of the Armed Forces of

Ukraine and a territorial defense brigade were

defeated...... in the areas of Borovaya,

Novoosinovo, Shiykovka (Kharkiv

region), Krasny Lyman, and

Svyatogorsk (DPR).

The enemy's losses include up to 190 fighters, as well as two

tanks, four armored vehicles, 22 cars, and an artillery gun.

Two ammunition depots were destroyed.

Units of the Southern Group of Forces have taken

advantageous positions. Russian forces -- have

defeated the formations of two mechanized,

assault, motorized infantry, and mountain

assault brigades of the Armed Forces

of Ukraine, in the areas of Artem,

Ilyinovka.... Konstantinovka,

Krivaya Luka, Nikiforovka,

Novoselovka.... and

Slavyansk (DPR).

The enemy lost up to 180 troops, as well as two armoured

vehicles, 13 vehicles, two field artillery guns, including a

Polish 155mm Krab self-propelled gun, and two Israeli

RADA RPS-42 counter-battery stations. Three

warehouses were destroyed.

In turn, the units of the Centre group of troops improved their

position on the front line and destroyed the personnel and

equipment of 3 mechanized brigades, an infantry brigade,

an assault regiment of the Armed Forces of Ukraine, a

marine infantry brigade, and two territorial defense

brigades... in the areas of Belitskoye, Grishino,

Dobropolye, Ivanovka, Novoaleksandrovka,

Svetloe, and Torskoye (DPR).

In this area, the Ukrainian armed forces have lost more than

330 soldiers, as well as 8 armoured vehicles, 9 cars, and 6

artillery pieces, including a US' M777 155mm howitzer

--- and a French CAESAR self-propelled gun. A US

AN/TPQ-48 electronic warfare station, has

also been destroyed.

At the same time, units of the Vostok military group advanced

into the depths of the enemy's defenses. The Russian Armed

Forces defeated formations of a mechanized, airborne-

assault, two assault brigades, and three assault

regiments... in the areas of Aleksandrovka,

Dobropasovo (Dnepropetrovsk Region),

Boykovo, Vozdvizhevka, Gorkoye,

Komsomolskoye, and Kopani

(Zaporozhye Region).

In this sector, the enemy lost more than 280 troops,

as well as two armoured vehicles, nine cars, and

three field artillery pieces.

Units of the Dnipro military group defeated the personnel

and equipment of the Ukrainian Armed Forces'

mechanized brigade and the Territorial

Defense Brigade.. in the areas of

Zaporozhets... Kamyshevakha,

Orekhov, and Preobrazhenka

(Zaporozhye Region).

More than 50 military personnel were killed, as well as

an armoured vehicle, 5 cars, three electronic warfare

stations, and a material supply warehouse.

In addition, operational-tactical aviation, strike UAVs, missile

forces, and artillery of the Russian Armed Forces --- have

destroyed Ukrainian transport infrastructure facilities

used by the Armed Forces of Ukraine. They have

also destroyed training and launch sites for

long-range UAVs, as well as temporary

locations for Ukrainian armed

formations and foreign

mercenaries --- in

142 areas.

Air defense systems shot down ten guided

aerial bombs and 259 aircraft-type UAVs.

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Kimakovsky stated: the liberation

of Slavyansk in the DPR is a

sacred event

March 24th, 1:39am

(Izvestia.ru)

The liberation of the town of Slavyansk in the Donetsk

People's Republic (DPR) is of a sacred nature, as it

was from there that the Russian Spring began in

2014. This was stated by Igor Kimakovsky, an

advisor to the head of the DPR, on March 23.

"Sloviansk is not just a city --- for all of us, it is a special place,

a place of power - a place where the Russian Spring began.

And therefore for us, the liberation of this city has a kind

of, I would say, sacred character," he said... in an

interview with Vesti.

Kimakovsky added that the Ukrainian side is aware of the

symbolic significance of the settlement ---- and wants to

turn it into a propaganda fortress, effectively... razing

the city to the ground.

The Right Pincers: Russian Troops Surround

the Last Ukrainian Stronghold in Donbas

Russian Armed Forces units.. are covering the Sloviansk and

Kramatorsk agglomerations from the east, south, and north.

The head of the DPR, Denis Pushilin, said on March 17 that

Russia's victory in the Northern Military District is "just

around the corner", it is brought closer - by both the

exploits of the servicemen of the Armed Forces

of the Russian Federation ------- and the

steadfastness of the people

of Donbass.

He noted that Russia already feels

....a sense of approaching victory.

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Kadyrov - published footage of the

destruction of British equipment

in the SVO zone

March 24th, 12:30am

(Izvestia.ru)

On March 23rd, Chechen President, Ramzan Kadyrov, posted

footage of the destruction of a British-made AS-90 artillery

mount in the Kharkiv region, during the special military

operation (SVO).

"In the Kharkiv direction another enemy self-propelled

artillery installation ACS-90 of British production -

ceased to exist," he said ---- in a message in

the Telegram channel.

Kadyrov clarified, that the destruction was carried out by the

Vakha battalion of the Akhmat special forces. The enemy

self-propelled gun was detected ........during aerial

reconnaissance. After confirming the target,

Russian unmanned aerial vehicle (UAV)

operators promptly destroyed it.

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Corporal Gavshin, as part of an artillery

gun crew, destroyed two Ukrainian

mortar units

March 23rd, 10:50pm

(Izvestia.ru)

During the offensive operation, Corporal Andrey Gavshin,

acting as part of an artillery unit, provided fire support

for the assault units. This was reported by Russia's

Ministry of Defense.

During the mission to destroy enemy equipment

and personnel, his weapons were subjected to

retaliatory artillery fire.

Despite the shelling, the calculation did not stop working and

promptly adjusted the fire, redirecting it to the identified

positions of the enemy artillery. Thanks to Gavshin's

precise and well-calculated actions, two enemy

mortar crews and up to ten fighters of the

Armed Forces of Ukraine (AFU)

were destroyed.

The Russian Ministry of Defense - also noted the combat skills

of Sergeant Alexey Sibikov. The unit under his command was

tasked with dislodging the enemy from a fortified stronghold

in one of the key areas. After conducting reconnaissance,

Sibikov determined the optimal routes for advance - and

personally led the assault group.

With knowledge of the terrain, the unit stealthily reached the

attack line, after which it swiftly crossed the open area, and

launched a surprise attack on the enemy. Under enemy fire,

the sergeant coordinated the actions of the fire team,

organized the rapid advance of the assault units,

and captured the line in a short period of time.

Assessing the possibility of a counterattack - Sibikov provided

timely defense and distributed the assault group's strength in

the most dangerous areas. Thanks to his well-thought-out

tactics, the unit held its positions -- until the main forces

arrived, successfully repelling several enemy attempts.

Thanks to the sergeant's competent and decisive actions, the

Ukrainian Armed Forces suffered significant losses, thereby

creating conditions for further offensive development.

On March 23rd -------- Hero of Russia, Junior Sergeant Vladislav

Ivikeyev, commander of the motorized rifle Division of the 1st

motorized rifle Battalion of the 506th Guards Motorized Rifle

Poznan Regiment ...of the 27th Guards Motorized Rifle

Division of the Centre Group of Troops...... shared

details of the liberation of Krasnoarmeysk city

in the Donetsk People's Republic (DPR).

It is specified that Ivikeyev's group was the first to enter the

city at night under the cover of reconnaissance unmanned

aerial vehicles. It is noted that the Russian soldiers had

to be careful, as the Ukrainian military set up many

firing points --- and conducted reconnaissance.

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Nebenzya: Kiev Will Soon Face

New Settlement Conditions

March 23rd, 10:07pm

(RT.ru)

Kiev will soon face new conditions for resolving the Ukrainian

conflict, as it is not ready for diplomacy. This was stated by

Vasily Nebenzya, Russia's Permanent Representative to

the United Nations.

At the meeting of the UN Security Council, he emphasized that

Russian President Vladimir Putin has repeatedly confirmed

that Moscow is committed to a negotiated solution and

achieving the goals of the special military operation

through diplomatic means.

"But since the Kiev regime is not ready for this and... is going

to continue fighting at any cost, it will soon have to face

new settlement conditions," Nebenzya said.

In addition, the diplomat noted that European countries

are desperately trying... to shut up everyone who is

telling the truth about the situation in Ukraine.

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Two civilians in the DPR injured

by Ukrainian shelling today

March 23rd, 6:09pm

(DAN)

Civilians of the Donetsk People's Republic were injured as

a result of attacks by Ukrainian attack drones. This was

reported today by the Head of the DPR, Denis Pushilin.

In Avdiivka, a woman born in 1967 was moderately injured

during an attack by a strike drone. Another resident,

born in 1952, was injured in the Petrovsky district

of Donetsk.

"They are receiving qualified medical care. I wish

the victims a speedy recovery!" Pushilin wrote.

Residential buildings, civil infrastructure facilities, and a

truck were also damaged in Makiyivka and Avdiivka

as a result of the shelling.

______________________________________

A woman was injured - in an

attack by a UAV in Donetsk

March 23rd, 4:57pm

(DAN)

A woman was injured in Donetsk after a drone attack.

This was reported today by the head of the city

district, Alexey Kulemzin.

He noted that the incident occurred on Levanevskogo Street

in the Petrovsky District, and a 1952-born woman was

injured. She was hospitalized in a medical facility.

As a reminder, during the night attack by the Armed Forces of

Ukraine on the city, the building of the television centre was

damaged. In addition, at least 70 windows were broken

in residential buildings ...and in Art School No. 7 on

Rosly Street. During the night, mobile fire groups

& air defense units shot down 20 attack drones.

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The Russian Foreign Ministry has reminded

that the conflict in Ukraine could end

with Kiev's surrender

by Alexander Mironov

March 23rd, 3:32pm

(Vesti.ru)

Any conflict inevitably ends with an agreement, and one of

the options may be surrender. This - was stated by Maria

Zakharova, the official representative of the Russian

Ministry of Foreign Affairs.

At a meeting with military personnel, at the Central House of

the Russian Army, Zakharova noted -- that any international

conflict ends with an internationally formalized agreement.

''For example, what is a capitulation? It is, of course,

an agreement. A signed, formalized, and certified

agreement between the parties, to

end the conflict,'' she said.

The diplomat also noted - that those who are familiar with the

conflict firsthand "get a chill down their spines" when they

hear about the diplomatic negotiation potential in the

Ukrainian settlement. According to her..... this is

because Russia has been betrayed too often

by those it has trusted.

Earlier, Russian Foreign Minister Sergey Lavrov said

that Moscow was ready to resolve the Ukrainian

conflict ---- back at the Anchorage summit.

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Foreign Ministry: Russia Will Respond

to NATO's Robbery and Lawlessness

in the Baltic

by Ivan Kartashov

March 23rd, 1:29pm

(Rossiyskaya Gazeta)

To share

Russia will use all necessary means to protect navigation in

the Baltic Sea and will not allow the Baltic Sea and other

water areas to become "internal waters" of NATO and

the EU. This is stated in a statement by the Russian

Ministry of Foreign Affairs.

"Those who aim to turn the Baltic Sea, as well as other water

areas, into the" internal waters "of NATO and the EU should

understand that cases of robbery and lawlessness will not

remain without a response from our side ------- using all

necessary means," the ministry said in a statement.

Smolenskaya Square emphasizes that Moscow considers the

provocative actions of European countries such as France,

Sweden, and Finland, which involve intercepting ships in

international waters, to be unacceptable.

Such activities blatantly violate the letter and spirit of the

1982 United Nations Convention on the Law of the Sea,

and accusations of violating the sanctions regime do

not provide a legitimate justification for

such "lawlessness."

The Foreign Ministry -- reminded European leaders that only

restrictive measures approved by the UN Security Council

are international. Any unilateral restrictions imposed by

individual states or their associations ---- are neither

international nor legitimate.

Russia will use all available "political, legal, and other

instruments" to ensure respect for the principle of

freedom of navigation.

The Foreign Ministry called on the entire global community

and conscientious maritime carriers to take a principled

stance.. in support of the UN Convention on the Law of

the Sea & unite in defending their legitimate interests.

The statement also emphasizes that Moscow is confident

that the global majority sees the West's attempts to turn

international waters into a confrontation zone and gain

control over maritime logistics routes, and is aware of

the risks and threats associated with such actions.

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Attacks on port and transport infrastructure:

The Russian Armed Forces have struck

Ukrainian military facilities

by Anastasia Stepanova

March 23rd, 11:08am

(RT.ru)

The Russian Armed Forces have targeted Ukraine's fuel and

energy facilities, as well as the port and transportation

infrastructure used by the Ukrainian Armed Forces,

and the assembly and launch sites for long-range

drones, according to the Ministry of Defense.

Over the course of a day, the Russian air defense forces shot

down eight aerial bombs and 526 Ukrainian drones, while

Russian troops advanced deep into the enemy's

defenses and gained advantageous positions.

Russian troops have destroyed facilities of Ukraine's fuel and

energy complex, as well as port and transport infrastructure

used by the Armed Forces of Ukraine, as well as assembly

and launch sites for enemy long-range UAVs. This --- was

reported in the daily briefing by the Russian Ministry of

Defense ...on the progress of the special operation.

The strikes were carried out by operational-tactical aviation,

strike UAVs, missile forces, and artillery of the Russian

Armed Forces.

In addition, temporary locations of Ukrainian armed

formations and foreign mercenaries were hit in

147 districts.

Russian air defense systems - shot down eight guided

aerial bombs and 526 aircraft-type drones in one day.

Situation on the contact line

The units of the Northern Group of Forces improved their

position on the front line during the day, destroying the

manpower and equipment.. of the Territorial Defense

Brigade, in the areas of Myropolye, Novaya Sich and
Kondratovka (Sumy Region). In the Kharkiv Region,

the mechanized, motorized infantry, and Territorial

Defense Brigades of the Armed Forces of Ukraine

were defeated ---- in the areas of Sosnovy Bor,

Polnaya, Maryino, Verkhnyaya Pisarevka,

and Staritsa.

In the North's area of responsibility, the Ukrainian Armed

Forces lost over 245 fighters, ten vehicles, and two

artillery pieces. Three ammunition depots, a fuel

depot, and 8 material depots were destroyed.

At the same time, units of the Zapad military group improved

their tactical position and defeated the formations of two

mechanized brigades, an assault brigade, a territorial

defense brigade, and a National Guard brigade in the

areas of Studenok, Novoosynovo, Shiykovka,

Borovaya (Kharkiv region), Stary Karavan,

Svyatogorsk, Krasny Lyman, and Koroviy

Yar (DPR).

Here, the enemy lost up to 180 troops, a tank, a combat

armoured vehicle, 20 vehicles and an artillery gun. A

radio-electronic warfare station and four ammunition

depots were destroyed.

The units of the Southern Group of Forces - in turn, took

advantageous positions. The Southern Group's fighters

defeated the formations of three mechanized, assault,

airborne, and mountain-assault brigades of the Armed

Forces of Ukraine in the areas of Konstantinovka,

Slavyansk, Ilyinovka, Nikolaevka, Druzhkovka,

Nikolaypolye, and Novodmitrovka (DNR).

In this area, the Kiev regime has lost up to 180 fighters,

ten vehicles, a field artillery gun, and an electronic

warfare station. An ammunition depot and three

material depots have been destroyed.

Meanwhile, units of the Centre group of troops, improved the

situation on the front line. The manpower and equipment of

two mechanized, assault brigades, an assault regiment of

the Armed Forces of Ukraine, a marine infantry brigade,

and two brigades of the National Guard were defeated

in the areas of Svetloe, Matyashevo, Dobropolye,

Grishino, Belitskoe, Priut, Torskoe (DNR),

Novopodgorodnoye, Chuguyevo, and

Ivanovka (Dnepropetrovsk region).

In this sector, the Ukrainian Armed Forces lost over 375

soldiers, three armoured vehicles, 14 cars, and an

electronic warfare station.

Units of the Vostok military group advanced into the depths

of the enemy's defenses and defeated formations of the

mechanized, assault, and airborne-assault brigades

and four assault regiments of the Armed Forces of

Ukraine in the areas of Kopani, Tersyanka,

Novosoloshino, Mirnoye, Golubkovo,

Lugovskoye, Lyubitskoye,

Komsomolskoye.... and

Gorkoye (Zaporozhye

region).

In this area, the enemy lost more than 260 soldiers, two

armoured combat vehicles, 7 vehicles, a Grad MLRS

combat vehicle, and two field artillery pieces.

Meanwhile, units of the Dnipro military group -- improved their

tactical position by striking the manpower and equipment

of the mechanized and mountain assault brigades of

the Armed Forces of Ukraine ....in the areas of

Kamyshevakha, Orekhov, and Zaporozhets

(Zaporozhye region).

More than 35 Ukrainian Armed Forces fighters, were eliminated

here. 5 vehicles, 4 electronic warfare stations, an artillery gun

and four ammunition and material depots... were destroyed.

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In Odessa --- TSK employees

mobilized the groom before

...the wedding

March 21st, 4:14pm

(RT.ru)

In Odessa, the military recruitment office mobilized

the groom right before the wedding, and the

celebration had to be canceled.

This was reported by STRANA.ua.

"Apparently, this happened not at the wedding

itself, but the day before," the article says.

Earlier, the Ukrainian TV channel "First Cossack"

reported -- that employees of the TSK in the

Ternopil region kidnapped Igor Kovaluk,

a teacher at the Pochaev Theological

Seminary ---- and a cleric of the

Ukrainian Orthodox Church.

____________________________________________

Aerial and missile strikes: The Russian Armed

Forces targeted Ukrainian energy facilities

and UAV control centres

by Anastasia Stepanova

March 21st, 12:49pm

(RT.ru)

The Russian Armed Forces - have targeted the energy and

transport infrastructure of the Ukrainian Armed Forces,

as well as the enemy's UAV control centres,

according to the Ministry of Defense.

Over the course of a day, the air defense forces shot down

nine aerial bombs and 668 aircraft-type drones, while

Russian troops advanced deep into the enemy's

defenses and gained advantageous positions.

This was reported - in the daily briefing by the

Russian Ministry of Defense on the progress

of the special operation.

The strikes were carried out by operational-tactical

aviation, strike UAVs, missile forces, and artillery

of the Russian Armed Forces.

In addition, temporary locations of Ukrainian armed

formations and foreign mercenaries were hit in

137 areas.

Russian air defense systems -- shot down nine guided

aerial bombs and 668 aircraft-type drones in one day.

Situation on the contact line

Units of the Northern Group of Forces, improved their position

on the front line during the day, destroying the personnel and
equipment of the mechanized, airborne, & assault brigades,

the assault regiment of the Armed Forces of Ukraine, and

2 territorial defense brigades in the areas of Potapovka,

Novaya Sich, and Myropolye (Sumy Region).

In the Kharkiv region, units of three mechanized, motorized

infantry brigades of the Armed Forces of Ukraine and a

territorial defense brigade were defeated in the areas

of Chuguyev, Peschanoye, Kolodeznoye, and

Izbitskoye (Kharkiv region).

In the North's area of responsibility --- the Kiev regime has
lost up to 220 fighters, 8 vehicles, & a US M114 155mm
howitzer. Two warehouses have also been destroyed.

Meanwhile, units of the Zapad military group improved their

tactical position and defeated formations of 3 mechanized

brigades, an assault brigade, and a territorial defense

brigade in the areas of Novoosinovo, Borovaya,

Shiykovka (Kharkiv Region), Svyatogorsk,

and Krasny Lyman (DPR).

Here, the enemy lost more than 180 soldiers, a tank, and four

armoured vehicles, including two of Western production.

25 vehicles and 2 ammunition depots were destroyed.

The units of the Southern Group of Forces, in turn, took up

more advantageous positions. The Southern Group's

fighters defeated the formations of 4 mechanized,

airborne, and mountain assault brigades of the

Armed Forces of Ukraine in the areas of

Slavyansk, Kramatorsk, Krivaya Luka,

Ilyinovka, Artem, as well as

Konstantinovka (DPR).

In this area, the Armed Forces of Ukraine lost up to 190

soldiers, 7 armoured combat vehicles, including a

German Marder infantry fighting vehicle and a

US M113 armoured personnel carrier. Ten

vehicles, three field artillery pieces, two

electronic warfare stations, an

ammunition depot, and two

material depots......

were destroyed.

At the same time, units of the Centre group of troops improved

the situation on the front line. The manpower and equipment

of three mechanized, infantry, airborne brigades, an assault

regiment of the Armed Forces of Ukraine, a marine infantry

brigade, and two brigades of the National Guard were

defeated in the areas of Belitskoye, Grishino,

Dobropolye.... Krasnoyarskoye, Raiskoye,

Kutuzovka (DNR) & Novopodgorodnoye

(Dnepropetrovsk region).

In this sector, Ukraine's losses - amounted to over 370 military

personnel, 11 armoured combat vehicles, 24 vehicles, 7 field

artillery pieces, including two US-made 155mm M777

howitzers. Two electronic warfare stations and

two ammunition depots - were destroyed.

Meanwhile, units of the Vostok military group --- advanced into

the depths of the enemy's defenses and defeated formations

of a mechanized brigade, 2 airborne assault brigades, two

assault brigades, and 5 assault regiments of the Armed

Forces of Ukraine in the areas of Boykovo, Lesnoye,

Chervony Yar, Kievskoye, Dolinka, and

Vozdvizhevka (Zaporozhye Region).

In this area --- the enemy lost more than 305 soldiers,

3 armoured vehicles, 7 cars, an electronic warfare

station, and a material supply depot.

Units of the Dnipro military group defeated the personnel

and equipment of the mechanized, motorized infantry,

and mountain assault brigades of the Armed Forces

of Ukraine in the areas of Orekhov, Preobrazhenka,

Kamyshevakha, and Zaporozhets

(Zaporozhye Region).

Up to 45 Ukrainian militants were eliminated here.

5 vehicles, 4 electronic warfare stations, and a

material supply warehouse - were destroyed.

____________________________________________

Vucic stated: that it is difficult

to prevent a third world war

March 20th, 11:41pm

(Izvestia.ru)

The third world war may already be underway, but no one is

officially talking about it. This opinion was expressed on

March 20 by Serbian President Aleksandar Vucic in an

interview with the Berliner Zeitung (BZ).

"It will be difficult to prevent a third world war. Perhaps it has

already begun, but we are not officially talking about it yet,"

Vucic said.

According to him, the struggle for oil, gas, minerals, rare

metals, and other resources... has been going on for a

long time. He noted that many players are currently

trying to buy time... while they prepare for larger

and more significant conflicts.

The President of Serbia warned ---- that the use of tactical

nuclear weapons could not be ruled out in such conflicts,

and he reminded the public.

"The interests of the major powers are too different and too

significant for one side to simply give in. This is often what

leads to escalation...... in the end," he said.

Earlier, on the air of the RTS TV and Radio, Vucic said that

Croatia and Albania, members of NATO, are preparing to

attack Serbia, together with the partially recognized

Republic of Kosovo. The Serbian President noted:

''They are forming an alliance to attack us.''

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The General Assembly reiterated that Israel's
decision from December 14th, 1981, to impose
Israeli laws, administration & custody on the
occupied Syrian Golan Heights, is null and
void -- and has no legality at all.

The latest UNGA resolution was adopted by an
overwhelming majority of UN member States.

The resolution --- reaffirmed the illegality of
acquiring territories ----- through the use of
military force. The General Assembly also
repeated that Israel's continued occupation
& enforcement of Israeli law & administration
violates international law, the UN Charter, &
the Geneva Convention's principles on the
protection of civilians during war.

During the UNGA session, a number of states
condemned the Israeli practices in occupied
Syrian Golan, calling on Israel to withdraw
from Golan, in line with June 4th, 1967.

37 states proposed the now adopted draft
resolution. However, UNGA resolutions are
non-binding and no more than a paper tiger,
unless permanent Security Council members
are willing to put their money where their
mouth was, when they adopted UNSC
Resolution 497 (1981) - decades ago.

Moreover, none of the permanent UNSC members
- China, France, Russia, the UK and the US - took
any tangible steps when the now former Israeli
Foreign Minister, Avigdor Lieberman, defiantly
declared that "Israel and the Golan are part
and parcel" and that "the international
community should get used to facing
the fact that Israel will permanently
annex the Syrian territory".

Most favourite scapegoat

The favorite scapegoat among permanent UNSC
members, with regard to supporting Israel and
neglecting Israel's illegal occupation of Golan
is the US. However, Russia is in no way more
actively pursuing Israel's adherence with
UNSC Resolution 497 (1981) -- than any
other -- of the self-anointed permanent
UNSC members. In April 2016, Russia
and Russian President Vladimir Putin,
were ominously silent about the Golan
when Israeli PM, Benjamin Netanyahu,
visited Moscow.

Russia failed to respond to what Netanyahu had
declared "a red line" - occupation of the Golan.

A brief review of recent history pertaining to the
Israeli occupation, international affairs & Israel's
use of the Golan to wage war on Syria, suffices
to show that the UN System has failed, utterly,
and that it is perverted to the point that many
analysts call for abolishing the UN altogether.

In June 2013 an Austrian UN Disengagement &
Observer Force (UNDOF) officer told the press
that Israel is -- running a joint operations room
with the insurgents in Syria in the Golan. The
UNSC failed to respond and more importantly,
failed to take action. In July 2013, the Syrian
permanent representative to the UN in Geneva,
Dr. Fayssal al-Hamwi, noted how Israel, since
it occupied the Syrian Golan Heights in 1967,
has displaced about half a million of the
Golan´s original inhabitants.

Also in Feb. 2014, Israeli PM Benjamin Netanyahu
preempted a public relations quagmire by visiting
a field hospital for "Syrian Freedom Fighters" in
the Golan to show how much Israel cares and
does, on the humanitarian front. It turned out
that the "Freedom Fighters" belonged to the
Syrian Al-Qaeda franchise, Jabhat al-Nusra.

In March 2014, Israel launched one of many
military attacks against Syrian military and
security forces, from the Golan, while the
UNSC and most media were "silent".

In April 2014 The Director of Israel's Military
Intelligence, Brigadier General Aviv Kochavi,
a protegé of the now deceased Ariel Sharon,
was appointed to head the Israeli Defense
Forces Northern Command.

NSNBC international editor-in-chief, Christof
Lehmann, reported that the appointment of
Kochavi, indicated that Israel was planning
large-scale military operations in the Golan
in the near future and the widening of the
Syria war. Lehmann was right on the money.

In May 2014 Israel denied Syrians in Golan the
right to participate in Syrian elections. The UN
was "silent". In mid-April 2016, ahead of talks
with Russian President Vladimir Putin, Israeli
PM Benjamin Netanyahu affirmed that Israel
would hold on to the Golan.

A UNDOF withdrawal has left a 12-16 km wide
corridor uncontrolled by the UNDOF... In 2013,
it transpired that Israel was giving support to
Jabhat al-Nusrah, such as a joint intelligence
and military operations room in the Israeli
occupied Golan, plus logistical support,
weapons, field hospitals, and direct
combat support.

In September 2014, Israeli machinations, resulted
in the displacement of UNDOF troops from a 12-16
kilometer-wide corridor in the disengagement zone
in the Golan by Jabhat Al-Nusra.. The corridor has
since been used to supply Al-Nusra and the other
terrorists and to launch attacks against Syria.

All permanent UNSC members with the exception of
Russia were "silent". Russian diplomats tentatively
spoke out against terminating the peace keeping
mission in the Golan. The UNSC failed to act.

In 2015 it came out that Israel planned a major
hydrocarbon extraction project in the Golan.
Partners in crime include Genier Energy.

On the board of directors? Dick Cheney,
James Woolsey, Bill Richardson, Jacob
Lord Rothschild, Rupert Murdoch, Larry
Summers and Michael Steinhardt,
among others.

Other players involved include the Israeli subsidiary,
Afek Oil and Gas, American Shale, French Total and
BP. Thus, there exists a broad and powerful nexus
of US, British, French and Israeli interests: at the
forefront of pushing for the break-up of Syria and
control of what's believed to be potentially vast
untapped oil and gas resources in the country.

On April 20th, 2016, NSNBC international editor-
in-chief Christof Lehmann -- said Netanyahu's
"Red Line" would be a litmus test for Russia,
as a permanent UNSC member. On April
21st, after talks between Netanyahu
and Putin in Moscow, it could be
concluded that Russia failed
-- spectacularly.

In September 2016, Israel started a wave of home
demolitions in the Golan. The UNSC was "silent".

In October 2016, Israel announced plans to
build 1,600 settlement units in the Golan,
& none of the permanent UNSC members
took any action.

So much for the latest UN
General Assembly
paper tiger.

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The UK Labour MPs who
didn’t back the Yemen vote
have blood on their hands
by David Wearing

Presenting the motion in the Commons, Thornberry
was subjected to a series of ill-judged interruptions
by Labour MPs, such as Kevan Jones, Toby Perkins
and John Woodcock. Indeed, Thornberry received
more vocal support in the chamber from the SNP
group than from her own supposed comrades.

According to subsequent reports, some Labour
members even tried to work with their Tory
counterparts, in order to defeat their own
party’s motion.

Woodcock, a former 'Progress' Chair, claimed that
British support is “precisely focused on training
the Saudis” to improve their targeting - so as to
“create fewer civilian casualties” - parroting
the official government line. The idea that the
Saudis’ “widespread & systematic” attacks
on civilian targets are just a series of well-
meaning errors, is one that, to put it as
gently as possible, lacks credibility.

And if decades of training provided by the
British to the Saudi pilots hasn’t prevented
these supposed errors by now --- it seems
rather unlikely that it will in the near future.

In any case, this misrepresents the true nature
of the UK's role. When the intervention began,
the foreign secretary Philip Hammond, vowed
to “support the Saudis in every practical way
short of engaging in combat”, including “spare
parts, maintenance, technical advice, resupply”
and “logistical support”. The reality is that the
Saudi Air Force, roughly half UK-supplied and
half US-supplied jets, could barely function,
without this ongoing assistance from
Washington and London.

If there is Yemeni blood on the hands of the Saudi-led
coalition - then that blood is also on the hands of the
coalition’s western backers, enablers and apologists.

The Saudis and their allies can only wage this war
because the Anglo-American suppliers of their air
forces are providing active, material support. And
British and American politicians can only collude
in these outrages, because the political cost on
them, so far, has been low. However, it is in the
gift of their constituents – you, the reader –
to change that equation.

(source - The Guardian)

This could be defeated --- with
a UNITED LABOUR PARTY !!!

But unfortunately, there are "entryist" MPs who, for
decades, have been groomed by CIA cold war relic
organisations -- like the Atlantic Council -- and are
now trying to misdirect the Labour Party towards
cuts, a militarised police, and a US war agenda...
and their anti-peace MPs are hobbling Labour.

129 Labour MPs voted to stop support for
Saudi Arabia’s campaign in Yemen. The
vote was defeated by a majority of 90.

The motion called for ---- support to be withdrawn
from the Saudi government until a United Nations
investigation could determine whether the Saudi
bombing had breached international law.

The motion didn't explicitly include
a suspension of UK arms sales.

100+ Labour MPs didn't vote on the motion.
If all of them had voted to support it, the
government would have been defeated.

The following, are the Labour MPs who
abstained, or weren't present to vote.

Adrian Bailey
Andy Burnham
Angela Eagle
Angela Smith
Ann Clwyd
Ann Coffey
Anna Turley
Barry Sheerman
Ben Bradshaw
Bridgit Phillipson
Caroline Flint
Catherine McKinnell
Chris Bryant
Chris Elmore (Teller)
Chris Evans
Chris Leslie
Clive Lewis (ill)
Connor McGinn
Dan Jarvis
David Crausby
David Lammy
Diana Johnson
Fiona MacTaggart
Frank Field
Gareth Thomas
Gavin Shuker
Geoffrey Robinson
George Howarth
Gerald Kaufman
Gill Furniss
Gisela Stuart
Gloria De Piero
Graeme Jones
Graham Allen
Graham Stringer
Heidi Alexander
Helen Jones
Ian Austin
Ian Murray
Ivan Lewis
Jamie Reed
Jim Fitzpatrick
Joan Ryan
John Mann
John Spellar
John Woodcock
Judith Cummins (Teller)
Julie Elliott
Kate Hoey
Keith Vaz
Kevan Jones
Kevin Barron
Liz Kendall
Luciana Berger
Lucy Powell
Madeleine Moon
Margaret Beckett
Margaret Hodge
Maria Eagle
Mark Hendrick
Mary Creagh
Meg Hillier (Paired)
Melanie Onn
Michael Dugher
Mike Gapes
Natascha Engel
Neil Coyle
Nia Griffith
Pat McFadden
Paul Flynn
Peter Kyle
Phil Wilson
Rachel Reeves
Rob Flello
Rob Marris
Roberta Blackman-Woods
Rosie Cooper
Rushanara Ali
Ruth Smeeth
Shabana Mahmood
Siobhain McDonagh
Stephen Kinnock
Susan Jones
Toby Perkins
Tom Blenkinsopp
Tom Watson
Tracy Brabin
Tristram Hunt
Vernon Coaker
Wayne David
Wes Streeting
Yasmin Qureshi
Yvonne Fovargue

___________________________________

‘How Can I Deselect
My Labour MP?’ A Short
Guideto Reselection and
Democratic Accountability
by Eric Sim, excellent free advice here:

http://novaramedia.com/2016/07/13/how-can-i-
deselect-my-labour-mp-a-short-guide-to-
reselection-and-democratic-accountability/

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US Impunity Erodes World Justice

Nicolas J S Davies is the author of Blood On Our
Hands: the American Invasion and Destruction
of Iraq. He also wrote the chapters on “Obama
at War” in Grading the 44th President: a Report
Card on Barack Obama’s First Term as a
Progressive (Lol) Leader.

In the past weeks, Burundi and S. Africa have joined
Namibia in declaring their intention to withdraw from
the jurisdiction of the International Criminal Court
(ICC). They are likely to be followed by a parade of
other African countries, jeopardizing the future of
an international court, which has prosecuted 39
officials from 8 African countries, but has failed
to indict a single person who is not African.

Ironically, African countries were among the first
to embrace the ICC, so it is a striking turnaround
that they are now the first to give up on it.

But it is the United States that has played the leading
role in preventing the ICC from fulfilling the universal
mandate for which it was formed, to hold officials of
all countries accountable for the worst crimes in the
world: genocide; crimes against humanity; and war
crimes - not least, international aggression, which
the judges at Nuremberg defined as “the supreme
international crime”, from which, all other war
crimes follow.

As the ICC’s founding father, former Nuremberg
prosecutor Benjamin Ferencz, lamented in 2011:

“You don’t have to be a criminologist to realize
that if you want to deter a crime, you must
persuade potential criminals that, if they
commit crimes, they will be hauled into
court and be held accountable. It is the
policy of the US to do just the opposite
as far as the crime of aggression is
concerned.

"Our government has gone to great pains --- to
be sure that no US citizen will be tried by any
international criminal court, for the supreme
crime of illegal war-making.”

The US has not only refused to accept the
jurisdiction of the ICC over its own citizens.
It's gone further, pressuring other countries
to sign Bilateral Immunity Agreements (BIA),
in which they renounce the right to refer US
citizens to the ICC for war crimes committed
on their territory.

The US has also threatened to cut off US aid to
countries that refuse to sign them. The BIAs
violate those countries’ own commitments
under the ICC statute, and US pressure to
sign them, has been rightly condemned:
as an outrageous effort to ensure
impunity for US war crimes.

Resistance to US Impunity

To the credit of our international neighbours, this
US strategy has met with substantial resistance.
The European Parliament overwhelmingly passed
a resolution, stating that BIAs are incompatible
with EU membership, and urging EU- member
states and countries seeking EU membership
not to sign them.

Fifty-four countries have publicly refused to sign
BIAs, and 24 have accepted cut-offs of US aid as
a consequence of their refusal. Of 102 countries
that have signed a BIA, only 48 are members of
the ICC in any case ----- and only 15 of those
countries are on record as having ratified
the BIAs in their own parliaments.

Thirty-two other ICC members have apparently
allowed BIAs to take effect without parliament-
ary ratification, but this has been challenged by
their own country’s legal experts in many cases.

The US campaign to undermine the ICC is part
of a much broader effort by the US government
to evade all forms of accountability under the
laws that are supposed to govern international
behaviour in the modern world --- even as it
continues to masquerade as a global
champion of the rule of law.

The treaties US policy systematically violates
today, were crafted by US statespersons and
diplomats, working with foreign colleagues,
to build a world where all people will enjoy
some basic protections... from the worst
atrocities, instead of being subject only
to the law of the jungle or “might
makes right.”

So current US policy is a cynical betrayal of
the work and wisdom of past generations of
US citizens, as well as of countless victims
over the world to whom we are effectively
denying the protections of the UN Charter
& Geneva Conventions, the UN Convention
on the Rights of the Child, and many other
multilateral treaties our country ignores,
violates or refuses to ratify.

Avoiding jurisdiction in international courts
is only one of the ways that the US evades
international accountability for its criminal
behaviour. Another involves an elaborate,
well-disguised, public relations campaign
that exploits the powerful position of US
corporations in the world of commercial
media.

Major Propaganda Funding

The US government spends a billion dollars
per year on public relations or, more bluntly,
propaganda, including $600 million from the
Pentagon budget. The work of its PR teams
and contractors is laundered by US news-
papers --- and repeated and analyzed ad
nauseam, by monolithic, flag-waving
TV networks.

These profitable corporate operations monopolize
the public airwaves in the US, and also use their
financial clout, slick marketing, and the support
of the US State Department to maintain a power-
ful presence in foreign and international media
markets.

Foreign media in allied countries provide further
legitimacy and credibility to US talking-points
and narratives as they echo around the world.
Meanwhile, Hollywood fills cinema and TV
screens across the world with an idealized,
glamorized, inspirational version of the US
that still mesmerizes many people.

This whole elaborate “information warfare”
machine presents the US as a global leader
for democracy, human rights and the rule of
law, even as it systematically and catastroph-
ically undermines those same principles. It
enables our leaders to loudly, persuasively,
demonize other countries and their leaders
as dangerous violators of international law,
even as the US and its allies commit far
worse crimes.

Double Standards

The phrase “aggressive war” is also a no-no in
the Western media - when the US government
launches wars, across international borders.
In the past 20 years, the US has violated the
UN Charter to attack at least eight countries
(Yugoslavia, Afghanistan, Iraq, Pakistan,
Yemen, Somalia, Libya & Syria), and the
resulting wars, have killed about
two million people.

A complex whirlwind of conflict and chaos rages
on in all the countries where the US and its allies
have lit the flames of war since 2001, but our US
leaders still debate new interventions ---- and/or
escalations as if we are the fire brigade not the
arsonists. (By contrast, the US government and
the Western media are quick to accuse Russia
or other countries of “aggression” --- even in
legally murky situations, such as after the
US-backed coup in 2014, that ousted the
elected president of Ukraine.)

Systematic violations of the Geneva Conventions
are an integral part of US war-making. Most are
shrouded in secrecy: the propaganda machine
spins the atrocities that slip through into the
public record, as a disconnected series of
aberrations, accidents and “bad apples,”
instead of as the result of illegal rules
of engagement and unlawful orders
from higher-ups.

The senior officers and civilian officials who
are criminally responsible for these crimes
in US & international law -- systematically
abuse their powerful positions to subvert
investigations, cover up their crimes, &
avoid any accountability whatsoever.

Pinter’s Complaint

When UK playwright Harold Pinter was awarded
the Nobel Prize for Literature in 2005, he bravely
and brilliantly used his Nobel lecture to speak
about the real role the US plays in the world,
and how it whitewashes its crimes. Pinter
recounted a meeting at the US Embassy
in London in the 1980s in which a senior
embassy official, Raymond Seitz, flatly
denied US war crimes in Nicaragua ----
for which the US was in fact, convicted
of aggression by the International Court
of Justice (ICJ). Seitz went on to serve
as Assistant Secretary of State, US
Ambassador to the UK, and then
Vice-Chair of Lehman Brothers.

As Pinter explained: “this ‘policy’ was by no
means restricted to Central America. It was
conducted throughout the world. It was
never-ending. And it is --- as if it never
happened.

“The United States supported - and in many cases
engendered every rightwing military dictatorship
in the world, after the end of the Second World
War. I refer to:- Indonesia, Greece, Uruguay,
Brazil, Paraguay, Haiti, Turkey, the Philippines,
Guatemala, El Salvador, and, of course, Chile.
The horror the US inflicted upon Chile in 1973
can never be purged, & can never be forgiven.

“Hundreds of thousands of deaths took place
throughout these countries. Did... they take
place? & are they in all cases, attributable
to US foreign policy? The answer is 'yes',
they did take place, and are attributable
to American foreign policy. But you
wouldn’t know it.

“It never happened. Nothing ever happened.
Even while it was happening it wasn’t happ-
ening. It didn’t matter. It was of no interest.
The crimes of the United States have been
systematic, constant, vicious, remorseless,
but very few people have actually talked
about them. You have to hand it to the
US. It has exercised a quite clinical
manipulation of power, worldwide,
while masquerading... as a force
for universal good. It’s a brilliant
- even witty - highly successful,
act of hypnosis.”

If, in 2016, the world seems to be more violent
and chaotic than ever, it's not because the US
lacks the will to use force or project power, as
both major party candidates for President, &
their military advisers appear to believe, but
because our leaders have placed too much
stock in the illegal threat and use of force,
and have lost faith in the rule of law, any
international cooperation and diplomacy.

After a century of commercial dominance,
& 75 years of investing disproportionately
in weapons, military forces & geopolitical
schemes, perhaps it is understandable
that US leaders have forgotten how to
deal fairly and respectfully with our
international neighbours. But it's no
longer an option, to muddle along,
leaving a trail of death, ruin and
chaos in our wake, counting on
an elaborate propaganda mach-
ine, to minimize the blowback
on our country and our lives.

Sooner, rather than later, US citizens & our
leaders must knuckle down and master the
very different attitudes & skills that we will
need to become law-abiding global citizens
in a peaceful, sustainable, multipolar world.

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Russia ends treaty limiting
plutonium production in response
to recent US escalation of hostility
Fort Russ News - Topwar.ru - Lenta - News.Ru -
translated by J. Arnoldski

TopWar: On October 3rd, Russian President
Vladimir Putin signed a decree on suspending
compliance with the agreement with the US on
disposing weapons-grade plutonium. The main
reason for this decision was pointed out as the
“unfriendly attitude of the US towards Russia.”

Sources from the State Duma have reported that
Russia is ready to resume the agreement, if the
US cancels all the anti-Russian sanctions. Plus,
Russia demands that the US reduce its military
contingent in Europe, before Russia resumes
compliance with the protocols. The State
Duma’s statement reads:

“Acting according to the agreement and the
protocols of the agreement can be resumed
after the US eliminates the reasons which led
to this radical change in circumstances: after
the US reduces its military infrastructure and
the number of its troop contingents deployed
on the territory of the NATO countries having
joined NATO after September 1st, 2000, down
to the level at which they were on the day that
the agreement and its protocols entered force.

"Since then NATO has grown to encompass 9 states
of Eastern Europe. Just around the corner is NATO’s
10th state to be included since 2000 - Montenegro.”

In addition, Russia has demanded, as one of its
conditions, that Washington cancel the so-call-
ed Magnitsky Act.

We await a reaction from the US.