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"This is a mutiny." The outgoing Minister of Defense of Ukraine

"drove hard" on the commander-in-chief of the Armed Forces

of Ukraine, and Zelensky is criticized in the West

by Anastasia Volova (Editor of

Operational Information Dept)

July 16th, 1:36pm

(Lenta.ru)

Ukraine can expect a military mutiny from the dismissed

Minister of Defense Mikhail Fedorov, according to the

publication "Strana.ua".

It is noted that for the first time since the beginning of the Russian

special operation, a Ukrainian top official - whom Zelensky called

on to resign, not only refused to do so, but also publicly criticized
such a decision. He also criticized the country's military

leadership, directly appealing not only to society and

the president, but also to the troops.

In fact, this is a direct rebellion against the Supreme

Commander-in-Chief, although not military, but

political. For now... reports the "Strana.ua".

At the same time, according to Strana, if Zelensky, under pressure

from Fedorov, retains his post, this will be a grandiose blow to the

power of the president & will mean that in the midst of hostilities,

the Supreme Commander-in-Chief ....has lost his most important

right - to decide for himself who will be the Minister of Defense

and Commander-in-Chief of the Armed Forces of Ukraine. This

will lead to the fact that Zelensky will actually lose control

over the army, and then the country. In addition, the

publication does not rule out the appearance of a

"tape" in the case of Timur Mindich ----- with

his participation.

Therefore, the situation is now extremely serious for

the president, and he will have to make fateful

decisions, including for himself personally,

reports the publication "Strana.ua".

Fedorov made a number of loud statements after his resignation

On July 15, Zelensky, who dismissed the Prime Minister of Ukraine,

said that he had not yet decided whether former Defense Minister

Fedorov would hold a similar position in the new government. On

the same day, he held a short meeting with the minister and

attacked him with criticism, accusing him of the failure of

the reform ......of the TCC (territorial recruitment centres;

analogous to the military registration/enlistment office).

Fedorov also spoke about a conversation with Zelensky.

According to him, the president offered him to stay in

the team, but he refused.

''Zelensky offered me to stay in the team

andbecome an adviser, but I refused.''

Fedorov also made a number of loud statements. In particular, he

said that Ukraine sells "nonsense, chaos and irresponsibility."

According to him, Ukrainians do not need a "man with a

truncheon" who forcibly sends them to the front. The

ex-minister also expressed the opinion that the

Commander-in-Chief of the Armed Forces of

Ukraine Alexander Syrsky and the Chief of

the General Staff of the Armed Forces of

Ukraine Andriy Gnatov should be fired

in order to ----- "remove all the crimes,

schemes" & notorious military units.

At the same time, the former minister accused Syrsky himself

of not being ready to talk openly about problems and of

allegedly "figuring out how to split the country."

To eliminate the identified problems, Fedorov called

on the Ukrainian deputies ---- to "show their eggs."

''I act according to my conscience and appeal to the deputies:

act according to your conscience! Where are your balls to

say out loud, where is the real problem?''

Information about the likely resignation of Fedorov appeared in

he Ukrainian media on July 13. Ukrainska Pravda said that the

official wants to be fired for fighting "luxury corruption."

Strana, in turn, believes that Fedorov was removed, because the

United States promoted him to the post of head of state. Other

possible reasons for the resignation also include the struggle

for the development of the military budget of the country,

which "came into conflict" with those close to Zelensky,

and the sharp conflict between Fedorov and the

Commander-in-Chief of the Armed Forces of

Ukraine, which irritated the head of state.

Fedorov's resignation led to protests in Ukraine

On July 16, protests began in Kyiv and Lviv --- over Fedorov's

resignation. In addition, after the ex-minister, high-ranking

officers of the Ukrainian army began to leave. Mykhailo

Podolyak, adviser to the head of the office of the

President of Ukraine, called what is happening

a "symptom" of democracy. Fedorov himself

supported the protests ---- that began in

the country.

''The Ukrainian people did not marry a specific Minister

Fedorov. The Ukrainian people came out ------ because

the trajectory

was broken.''

The Ukrainian leader, in turn, said that he "hears"

the opinion of the protesters and also supported

the people taking to the streets.

''We are fighting for freedom and democracy. People

do what they want. They wanted to go out - and

rightly so,'' said Volodymyr Zelensky.

He also said that Fedorov would remain in leadership positions,

but did not indicate what position he would take and whether

he would remain as head of the Ministry of Defense.

According to him, the decision will be made

following additional consultations.

At the same time, commenting on the conflict between Fedorov

and Syrsky, Zelensky said that this..... is also his problem.

"I would very much like unity. The parties did not find it.

And this is not only the problem of the parties, but also

mine," the politician admitted.

Dmitry Peskov, Press Secretary of the President of Russia:

''The main thing for us is that there is someone in the Kyiv regime

who will take responsibility, make a responsible decision that

will allow us to reach a peaceful settlement ---- or that will

allow us to complete the special military operation.''

Russian war correspondent Alexander Kots, in turn, noted that

this is the fifth rotation of the head of the Ministry of Defense

since 2022. "Six months - and on the way out. Like on a

conveyor belt," he said.

Alexander Kots, military commander:

''The fifth rotation of the Ministry of Defense in three years

is not a sign of reform. This is a sign that the institution

of war is being corroded by the enemy from within.

Slowly but surely.''

The Telegram channel "Military Informant" thanked Zelensky

"for the removal of the young and competent Minister of

Defense of Ukraine, who has caused so many

problems in the last six months."

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Targets of the fuel and energy complex

and transport infrastructure were hit:

the Russian Armed Forces struck

targets used in the interests of

the Armed Forces of Ukraine

by Adeline Vishnevskaya

July 16th, 11:57am

(RT.ru)

According to the Ministry of Defense, the Russian armed forces

have struck energy and transport infrastructure facilities used

by the Ukrainian Armed Forces, as well as storage facilities

for unmanned aerial vehicles. In addition, air defense

systems have downed 8 aerial bombs, five HIMARS

missiles, and 802 drones. Over the course of the

day, the Ukrainian regime lost approximately

1,400 fighters.

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

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

destroyed fuel, energy, and transport infrastructure used by the

Ukrainian Armed Forces, according to the Ministry of Defense.

The strikes targeted the storage facilities for long-range drones,

as well as the temporary bases of Ukrainian armed groups

and foreign mercenaries in 147 areas.

Air defense systems shot down eight guided aerial bombs,

five HIMARS MLRS shells, and 802 aircraft-type UAVs.

At the same time, units of the Northern Group of Forces ---- improved

their tactical position. They defeated the manpower and equipment

of the mechanized brigade of the Armed Forces of Ukraine and the

Territorial Defense Brigade in the areas of the settlements of

Mogritsa, Novaya Sich, Ryzhevka, Sadki, and Ulanovo

(Sumy region).

In the Kharkiv region, the formations of the Ukrainian Armed

Forces motorized infantry brigade and the National Guard

brigade were defeated in the areas of Zakharivka,

Kazachya Lopan, and Yurchenkove.

In this area, the Armed Forces of Ukraine lost up to 195

soldiers, three armoured vehicles, 13 cars, five field

artillery pieces, an electronic warfare station,

and an electronic reconnaissance station.

The Western fighters took advantageous positions and lines. They

defeated the manpower and equipment of two mechanized and

assault brigades of the Armed Forces of Ukraine, a territorial

defense brigade, and a border guard unit of the Ukrainian

Border Guard Service in the areas of Peski-Radkovsky,

Podliman, Studenok (Kharkiv region), Volchiy Yar,

Mayaki, Svyatogorsk, and Shchurovo (DPR).

The enemy suffered over 215 casualties, including two

armoured vehicles, 20 vehicles, and 4 artillery pieces.

Meanwhile, units of the Southern Group of Forces improved their

position on the front line. They defeated the formations of two

mechanized, mountain-assault, and airmobile brigades.... the

brigade of the General Staff of the Armed Forces of Ukraine,

and the brigade of the Territorial Defense in the areas of

the settlements of Vasyutinskoye, Verolyubovka,

Druzhkovka, Izhevka, Kramatorsk, Nikanorivka,

Nikolaevka and Sloviansk (DNR).

Over the course of a day, the enemy lost more than 165 fighters,

a US' M113 armoured personnel carrier, a combat armoured

vehicle, 25 vehicles, two field artillery pieces, and two

electronic warfare stations.

In turn, the Centre's fighters - improved their tactical position. They

defeated the personnel and equipment of the mechanized, assault

brigades of the Armed Forces of Ukraine, the marines, and two

brigades of the National Guard in the areas of Gruzskoye,

Dobropolye, Novovodyanoye, Petrovskoye, Rubizhne,

Svetloe, Sergeevka (DPR), and Novopavlovka

(Dnepropetrovsk region).

The Ukrainian armed forces lost up to 330 soldiers, three

armoured vehicles, four cars, an artillery gun, and three

electronic warfare stations, in this area.

The Vostok units advanced into the depths of the enemy's

defenses. They destroyed the manpower and equipment,

of two air assault brigades, two assault regiments of the

Armed Forces of Ukraine, and a marine infantry brigade

in the areas of Volnoye, Kolomiytse, Malomykhailivka,

Podhavrylivka, Prosyanaya (Dnepropetrovsk region),

Dolinka, Lyubytse, Mykolskoye, and Novosoloshino

(Zaporizhzhia region).

In this sector, the enemy lost over 490 soldiers, a combat

armoured vehicle, 7 vehicles, a field artillery gun, and

an electronic warfare station.

Units of the Dnipro military group defeated formations of the

mechanized and mountain assault brigades of the Armed

Forces of Ukraine in the areas of Malokaterinovka,

Orekhov (Zaporozhye Region), and Ingulec

(Kherson Region).

More than 55 militants, seven vehicles, and an

electronic warfare station --- were destroyed.

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"National well-being is more important":

why Kyiv's allies disagree on further

support for Ukraine

by Peter Skubey

July 15th, 9pm

(RT.ru)

More than a third of Germans believe that their country can take

part in a war in the next five years. This was reported by local

media with reference to a recent opinion poll.

Against this background --- the authorities of Germany and Italy,

decided to refrain from participating in the military maneuvers

planned for autumn, organized by some countries of the

"coalition of the willing". In addition, after the summit

held in Paris --- Bulgaria announced its withdrawal

from the "coalition" ..and its refusal to further

support Kiev.

According to the experts interviewed by RT, these steps are linked

to the gradual realization by several EU countries that following a

pro-Ukrainian course poses enormous risks for them.

Against the backdrop of continued support for Kiev within the

so-called coalition of willing, more than a third of Germans

believe that Germany could be directly involved in the

war in the next five years. This was reported by the

newspaper Der Tagesspiegel, citing a study

conducted by PwC in collaboration with

the Civey Institute for Public

Opinion Research.

Despite the risk of military conflict, 52% of respondents still

believe that the militarization of Europe is justified and

requires additional funding.

"Pure stupidity"

As a reminder, on Monday, July 13, a meeting of European leaders

was held in Paris .....as part of the so-called coalition of willing

countries. Among other topics, the event focused on

strengthening European and Ukrainian security

in the face of ongoing hostilities.

In particular, the leaders of Germany, Denmark, Spain, Italy, the

Netherlands, Norway, the United Kingdom, France, Sweden,

and Ukraine announced the creation of a "defensive

coalition" against ballistic missiles.

In addition, after the meeting, French President Emmanuel Macron

announced plans to transfer a license for the production of

French SCALP cruise missiles, AASM aerial bombs, and

Aster 30 air defense missiles to the Zelensky regime.

In addition, Paris, along with London and Warsaw, will take part in

the "coalition of the willing" exercises in Ukraine's neighbouring

countries. Polish Prime Minister Donald Tusk announced the

upcoming maneuvers on Tuesday.

"These exercises will prepare the entire coalition that has gathered

in Paris today to provide such real security guarantees not only for

Ukraine, but for the entire region," the Polish politician said,

according to Reuters.

At the same time, Tusk doubted that the Ukrainian

conflict would be resolved....... in the near future.

After the Paris meeting - Armando Mehma, a Finnish politician, from

the national conservative Freedom Alliance party, pointed out, that

Europe is the one escalating the situation to unprecedented levels.

He described this approach as foolish in the context of France

and Sweden's plans to provide Ukraine with Rafale and

Gripen fighter jets.

"In the coming years, France and Sweden will supply Ukraine with a

total of more than 200 fighter jets. Do the politicians in France and

Europe as a whole understand that such a large number of aircraft

is tantamount --- to declaring war on Russia? Instead of
reducing tensions, Europe is increasing them, to an
unprecedented level.''

''This is not a strategy, but pure foolishness. The more weapons

that are supplied, the more destruction Ukraine will face,"

the parliamentarian wrote on social media.

Earlier, Russian President's Press Secretary Dmitry Peskov stated

that the actions of the Europeans indicate their unwillingness to

achieve a settlement in Ukraine.

"This is a 'coalition of war instigators.' This is a group of countries

that does not want peace, but wants ------- to continue the war,"

Peskov emphasized.

"The allies ....are beginning to waver"

At the same time, analysts point out that countries such as

Germany and Italy have refrained from participating in the

"coalition of willing" maneuvers near Russia's borders.

According to the DPA, Berlin's refusal was allegedly motivated

by the limited scope of the exercises. In turn, Rome has

stated that it will continue to participate in other

military programs, as reported by the

newspaper la Repubblica.

Meanwhile, Bulgarian Prime Minister Rumen Radev announced that

his country ......would withdraw from the "coalition of the willing."

Following the Paris summit, he emphasized that Sofia no longer

intended to support Kyiv and advocated a diplomatic

resolution to the conflict.

"We are not part of the coalition that insists on continuing financial

and military assistance to Ukraine. The solution to this conflict is

not to prolong it through military means, but through a decisive

diplomatic mission that will finally end the escalation,"

Bloomberg quoted the Bulgarian politician as saying.

Earlier, Radev emphasized that Bulgaria has nothing more to offer

Ukraine. Similar statements were also made by the Netherlands,

the Czech Republic, and Poland.

In turn, the publication Der Spiegel stated that the number of

EU countries that continue to provide military assistance to

Ukraine has decreased from 21 in 2023........ to 14 in 2026.

"Many of the events in Paris give the impression that the

participants ....need to convince themselves of the

correctness of their chosen course. They.. need

to support each other, as some of their allies

are already beginning to waver,"

the article says.

"It is no longer up to the support of Kiev"

In an interview with RT, Sergey Yermakov, a leading expert at

the Russian Institute for Strategic Studies, suggested that

the deepening split within the “coalition of the willing” is

due to different countries’ approaches to assessing the

“Russian threat.”

"There is no monolithic point of view in Europe --- either on the

alleged threats from Russia or on how to build relations with

Moscow and Kiev. In addition, there are internal economic

and social difficulties that are also.... putting a lot of

pressure --- on a number of European capitals,"

Yermakov said.

At the same time, experts agree that the position of Germany and

Italy ------- may be a consequence of the gradual awareness of the

possible risks of continuing the pro-Ukrainian policy. According

to political scientist Boris Mezhuev, the trend may also be

related to ...electoral processes in Europe.

"They just understand -- that the situation is getting more serious. The

more actively the spiral of escalation develops, the more actively it

works for the success of the protest right-wing forces. For example

- in the same Germany. Almost no one doubts - that the victory of

the right will happen - sooner or later. The only question is how,"

the expert said, in a conversation with RT.

In turn, commenting on Bulgaria's refusal to provide further support

to Kiev, Sergey Yermakov emphasized that, in addition to the

refusal to take risks, Sofia's position is justified --- by the

objective exhaustion of opportunities to assist Kiev.

"Bulgaria provided assistance to Ukraine... when it had a stock of

Soviet weapons. Now that the country is experiencing economic

difficulties, it is no longer in a position.... to support Kyiv,"

the expert explained.

In addition, according to Boris Mezhuev, the United States' position

is one of the decisive factors in the emerging split. According to

him, Europe is waiting for a clear signal from Washington,

without which ---- the member states do not want to

take responsibility.

"If Trump supports this 'coalition of the willing' and tells Europe, 'In

the event of a war with Russia, I will act as a guarantor of nuclear

deterrence,' then, of course --- they will have an advantage. If this

doesn't happen, then of course, the situation will be unfortunate

for everyone, especially for France. This is what the 'refusers'

like Bulgaria and Italy are feeling. They feel that the game

may be so risky ------- that national well-being is more

important ------- than all the collective goals... of the

Commonwealth and Kiev," the expert concluded.

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The chief engineer of the Zaporozhye NPP

was killed when a Ukrainian drone
hit his car.

July 15th, 5:42pm

(RT.ru)

The chief engineer of the Zaporizhzhia Nuclear Power Plant,

Alexander Yakovlev, was killed by a Ukrainian drone strike.

This was reported by the head of Rosatom, Alexey

Likhachev.

The car's driver was killed along with the chief engineer.

"This tragedy was made possible --- not just by negligence, but

by the direct encouragement by Western countries, of the
criminal Kiev regime to increase terrorist acts. The price
of this negligence is human lives -- 13 people have been

killed and 48 injured in the past two and a half months

---- and the real threat of a massive nuclear incident

in vast territories of Russia, Ukraine, and Europe,"

Likhachev said.

Rosatom's head expressed his condolences to the

family, relatives, and friends....... of the deceased.

Earlier, the Russian Human Rights Commissioner, Yana

Lantratova, said that the Armed Forces of Ukraine had

adopted a new tactic and began carrying out terrorist

attacks on children on Russian territory..... every day.

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A civilian... was injured in Gorlovka

during an attack by an enemy UAV

July 15th, 3:16pm

(DAN.ru)

A civilian was wounded in the Kalininsky district of Gorlovka

as a result of an attack by a Ukrainian drone. This was

reported by the head of the city district,

Ivan Prikhodko.

"A civilian was injured in the Kalininsky district of Gorlovka

as a result of an attack by Ukrainian terrorists' UAVs,"

Prikhodko said.

It was also reported during the day that a terrorist attack

by the Armed Forces of Ukraine damaged the equipment

of a municipal enterprise and an apartment building.

In Samara, the memory... of those killed in

the airstrike on Snezhnoye, was honoured.

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Zakharova: Russia does not accept

the deployment of "coalition of

willing" troops in Ukraine

July 15th, 1:27pm

(RT.ru)

The deployment of military contingents from the "coalition of

willing countries" in Ukraine is unacceptable to Russia, and

such units will be considered legitimate military targets.

This was announced by Russia's Foreign

Ministry spokeswoman Maria Zakharova.

According to her, French President Emmanuel Macron has

announced the readiness of plans to deploy such forces,

as well as upcoming exercises in European countries

bordering Ukraine.

"We would like to reiterate that it is unacceptable for our country

to host any military contingents from the so-called 'coalition of

willing countries' in Ukraine. This would de facto amount to

foreign intervention and pose a growing threat to Russia's

security. We will consider such units --- as legitimate

military targets," Zakharova emphasized.

Earlier, the leader of the French party "Patriots", Florian Filippo,

said that Bulgaria's decision to withdraw from the so-called

"coalition of the willing" was a serious blow to President

Macron ......and the head of the EU Commission,

Ursula von der Leyen.

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MWM: French Rafale Fighters Will Face

Challenges ....Against the Russian

Armed Forces

July 15th, 1:25pm

(RT.ru)

French Rafale fighter jets in Ukraine will face problems

against the Russian Armed Forces. This is reported

by Military Watch Magazine (MWM).

"The Rafale - is expected to face significant limitations in its

confrontation with Russia's latest combat aircraft, the fifth

-generation Su-57 fighter jet," the article states.

It is noted - that the Su-57 "combines low visibility, with a

significantly larger airframe capable of carrying a much

more powerful radar, a larger fuel capacity, and a

heavier payload of weapons.''

Earlier, Russian Foreign Minister Sergey Lavrov said -- that the

increase in military production in NATO countries is aimed at

continuing to supply weapons to Ukraine ....and supporting

the regime of Vladimir Zelensky.

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Mironov: purges of Russians ---- will lead to
the disappearance of the Baltic countries

July 15th, 1:16pm

(RT.ru)

According to Sergey Mironov, the leader of A Just Russia,

the "cleansing" of Russians in the Baltics will lead to

the disappearance.... of the Estonians, Latvians,

Lithuanians, and their respective countries.

According to him, as in the years of the Great Patriotic War,

the actions of nationalists in the Baltics ...are part of the

West's policy to combat Russia and the Russian world.

"Today, innocent Russian people who have always considered

the Baltics to be their homeland, where they have lived all

their lives, are becoming victims. Those who consider

themselves to be indigenous in Estonia, Latvia, and

Lithuania will also become victims," he stressed,

in a comment to RT.

Mironov emphasized ---- that “corrupt careerists” like Kaja Kallas,

the head of EU diplomacy, do not care about ordinary
Estonians, Latvians, and Lithuanians. According to
him, they are being used against Russia
- as cannon fodder.

"Estonians, Latvians, and Lithuanians need to realize a simple fact:

Russians have been and should ---- remain part of the indigenous

population of the Baltic region for centuries. Just as Russia has

been and will remain ---- their neighbour," Mironov added.

Earlier, Russian President's Press Secretary Dmitry Peskov called

“a fresh batch of horror stories” statements by Lithuanian leader

Gitanas Nauseda about Russia's alleged planned attacks on the

republic's infrastructure.

According to him, Lithuania -- is creating an image of Russia

as an enemy in order to continue to bring NATO's military

infrastructure.... to the Baltic countries.

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Strike drones and artillery: The Russian
Armed Forces have hit enemy logistics
centres and fuel and energy facilities

by Adeline Vishnevskaya

July 15th, 11:56am

(RT.ru)

The Russian armed forces have destroyed Ukraine's logistics

centres, fuel and energy facilities, & transport infrastructure,

according to the Ministry of Defense. Eight aerial bombs and

558 drones have been downed. The Black Sea Fleet has

destroyed 4 unmanned boats of the Ukrainian Armed

Forces. A US' M113 armoured personnel carrier, a

Bastion MLRS combat vehicle, and a Bogdan

self-propelled gun - have been destroyed.

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

missile forces, and artillery of the Russian Armed Forces have

destroyed logistics centres and fuel, energy, and transport

infrastructure used by the Ukrainian Armed Forces,

according to the Ministry of Defense.

In addition, long-range drone storage facilities and temporary bases

for Ukrainian armed formations and foreign mercenaries,
in 153 areas, have been targeted.

During this time, air defense systems shot down 8 guided aerial

bombs and 558 aircraft-type UAVs. The Black Sea Fleet also

destroyed 5 unmanned boats belonging to the Ukrainian

Armed Forces.

At the same time, units of the Northern Group of Forces --- improved

their tactical position by defeating the personnel and equipment of

two mechanized brigades of the Armed Forces of Ukraine and a

territorial defense brigade in the areas of the settlements of

Ryzhevka, Khoten, and Mogritsa (Sumy Region).

In the Kharkiv region, the formations of the Ukrainian Armed Forces

motorized infantry brigade and the National Guard brigade, were

defeated in the areas of Zakharivka and Kazachya Lopan.

In this area, the Armed Forces of Ukraine lost up to 220 soldiers,

a combat armoured vehicle, 11 vehicles, a field artillery gun,

and an air defense system.

Fighters of the "West" took more favourable lines and positions.

They hit the manpower and equipment of two mechanized,

airmobile brigades of the Armed Forces of Ukraine and

the teroborona brigade in the areas of the localities

of Arkadevka, Chervonyi Oskol (Kharkiv region),

Shchurovo and Svyatogorsk (DPR).

The enemy's losses included over 220 soldiers, three armoured

vehicles, including a US' M113 armoured personnel carrier, 13

vehicles, and four artillery pieces.

In turn, the units of the South - improved the situation on the front

line. They defeated the formations of the mechanized, motorized

infantry, aeromobile brigade of the Armed Forces of Ukraine and

the territorial defense brigade in the areas of n. p. Semyonovka,

Nikolaevka, Slavyansk, Nikanorovka, Izhevka, Kramatorsk and

Alekseevo-Druzhkovka (DNR).

During the day, the enemy lost up to 215 fighters, an armoured

personnel carrier, 26 vehicles, and two field artillery pieces.

The units of the Centre group of troops, improved their tactical

position. They destroyed the manpower and equipment of the

mechanized, Jaeger, assault brigades of the Armed Forces of

Ukraine, the marines brigade, and 3 brigades of the National

Guard in the areas of Artem, Belozerskoye, Rubizhne,

Svetloe, Sergeevka, and Dobropolye (DPR).

The Ukrainian armed forces lost more than 325 soldiers,

three armoured vehicles, and three cars in this sector.

Meanwhile, the Vostok units ------- advanced into the depths of the

enemy's defenses. They defeated the manpower and equipment

of the assault brigade, two airborne assault brigades, 3 assault

regiments of the Armed Forces of Ukraine & a marines brigade

in the areas of Gavrilovka, Kolomiytzi (Dnepropetrovsk region),

Barvinovka, Yegorivka, Novosoloshino, Nikolskoye, & Novoye

Pole (Zaporizhzhia region).

The enemy lost over 465 soldiers, 3 armoured vehicles, 15

cars, a Bastion MLRS vehicle, and a field artillery gun.

At the same time, Dnipro's fighters defeated the formations of the

mechanized and mountain assault brigades of the Armed Forces

of Ukraine in the areas of Yurkovka, Hryhorivka, and Orekhiv

(Zaporizhzhia region).

Up to 60 militants, 12 vehicles, a Bogdan self-propelled gun,

an unmanned boat, and three electronic warfare stations

were destroyed in this area.

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Officer Mozdok: Mercenaries from Britain
and Poland fought for the Armed Forces
of Ukraine --- in Konstantinovka

July 15th, 11:06am

(Izvestia.ru)

In the fighting in Konstantinovka of the Donetsk People's Republic

(DPR), on the side of the militants of the Armed Forces of Ukraine

(AFU), mercenaries from Poland and Great Britain took part.

On July 15, the commander of the battalion of the 103rd motorized

rifle regiment of the Southern group of troops of the Armed Forces

of the Russian Federation with the call sign Mozdok, said, in an

interview with the Russian Ministry of Defense.

"Mercenaries. They found mercenaries. And the fact that here

I showed: that the flag and documents of his - were of Great

Britain. Well, the Poles also," he said.

Mozdok clarified that one of his colleagues had served in the

Soviet Union in Poland and had learned to identify the

language of its inhabitants. He had also heard Polish

spoken near Krasny Oktyabr village - in the DPR.

According to Mozdok, the cleaning of Konstantinovka is currently

ongoing, with only scattered groups of Ukrainian soldiers

remaining. This city, is one of the main frontlines.

According to Mozdok, two other important

settlements are the previously liberated

cities ...of Avdiivka and Kramatorsk,

which the Russian Armed Forces

are still trying to establish

control over.

The serviceman added that in Konstantinovka, the Ukrainian Armed

Forces began to strike residential buildings using R-18 hexacopters

as part of one of their operations. In response, the commander of

the Russian units ordered the destruction of these drones to

prevent them from targeting civilians, who were being

assisted by Russian soldiers.

"We keep in touch with several (civilians) by sending parcels —

to those who have wounded people. We find out what kind of

medicine they need, to help them. And we also send parcels

and food," he concluded.

The transfer of Konstantinovka under the full control of the Russian

army was reported on July 3. At the same time, Russian President

Vladimir Putin stated that the capture of this city - is an important

step in the elimination of the AFU formations in the Kramatorsk-

Sloviansk fortified area.

After some time, the Russian Armed Forces began to evacuate

the local residents. During one of these operations, the

Ukrainian Armed Forces attempted to attack a motor

cycle carrying a 10-year-old girl to a safe location.

Victoria Nikitina, who was evacuated with her daughter by

Russian soldiers, said that she witnessed the Ukrainian

military --- killing five local residents.

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Junior Sergeant Demin eliminated

two Ukrainian militants ------
with targeted fire.

July 14th, 9pm

(Izvestia.ru)

Junior Sergeant Stanislav Demin, operating as part of a supply

group, discovered a sabotage and reconnaissance group of

the Armed Forces of Ukraine (AFU) and eliminated two

militants with targeted fire. This is reported by
the Russian Defense Ministry.

It is specified -- that Demin was carrying out a combat mission to

deliver ammunition and food supplies to the front line -- when
he noticed the enemy stealthily moving towards the
Russian positions.

The sergeant promptly informed his commanders about this,

via radio communication - and then, taking advantage of his

position, he was one of the first to engage the enemy group.

The ministry noted that despite their numerical superiority,

the Ukrainian militants suffered losses ....and retreated.

Demin's competent and selfless actions allowed him to

uncover the saboteurs' activities in the unit's area of

responsibility in advance - prevent an attack - and

deliver ammunition to the front lines within the

established timeframe.

In addition - the Russian Defense Ministry noted the actions of

Private Sergei Neverov, who, as part of a team, was carrying

out tasks related to the fortification of Russian troops'

positions. During his work, the soldier detected a

Ukrainian drone conducting reconnaissance

and waiting for an opportune moment to

drop its ammunition.

With precise rifle fire, Neverov successfully eliminated the drone.

Thanks to Neverov's vigilance, the combat mission of fortifying

the positions of the motorized rifle unit ....was completed

within the established timeframe.

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RIA Novosti: In Warsaw,
Ukrainians - expressed

joy over the occupation
of Galicia

July 14th, 8:49pm

(RT.ru)

During World War II, some Ukrainians openly expressed

their joy at the occupation of Galicia by the Wehrmacht.

This --- was reported by RIA Novosti

resident of Warsaw Jan Brzegowicz.

He noted that his grandfather and two of his brothers, as well as

more than ten other relatives, were killed by Ukrainians in 1944.

"My grandmother used to say that the Poles and their Ukrainian

neighbours got along well, celebrated holidays together, and

worked side by side. But when the German army occupied

our territories, the Ukrainians would say, 'Our people are

coming,'" he said.

On July 4, thousands of Warsaw residents marched to

commemorate the victims of the Volyn Massacre.

The event took place.... in the Three Crosses

Square in the centre of the Polish capital.

Polish Interior Minister Marcin Kierwinski said that Warsaw

expects the truth about the Volyn Massacre ---- from Kiev.

On July 13th, the Volyn March took place in several Polish cities

at once. Participants demanded that aid to Ukraine be stopped.

RT correspondent Anastasia Volodina previously noted that the

celebration of Nazis in Kiev has driven a wedge between

Poland --- and Ukraine.

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Pushilin: The Kiev regime..... has extended

martial law in order to maintain its power

July 14th, 8:36pm

(RT.ru)

The Kiev leadership has extended martial law and mobilization

in Ukraine in order to maintain its power. This was announced

by the head of the DPR, Denis Pushilin.

"For the Kiev regime, extending martial law and mobilization

remains, in fact, the only way to stay in power," he said

in an interview with RIA Novosti.

Earlier, the Verkhovna Rada extended martial law

and mobilization in Ukraine .....until October 31.

In February, Volodymyr Zelensky said: that he did not

intend to lift martial law to hold elections in Ukraine.

________________________________________________________

Ukraine reports... on the Russian Armed

Forces' offensive in the Slavic direction

by Gleb Palekhov (editor of

the BSSR department)

July 14th, 1:29pm

(Lenta.ru)

Russian troops -- have advanced near Krivoy Luh and Kalenikiv in

the Slavic direction as a result of successful military operations.

This was reported by the Ukrainian analytical project

DeepState in Telegram.

"The Russian army has advanced in the Slavic direction near the

villages of Krivaya Luka and Kaleniki," the publication says.

It is noted that the Russian troops' attack vector at Kalenikov is

directed towards the village of Rai-Aleksandrovka -- which is of

tactical importance for establishing fire control over Sloviansk.

Earlier, it became known about the sharp advance of the Russian

Armed Forces near Konstantinovka. In a day, Russian units took

control of 24 sq kilometres, near Alekseevo-Druzhkovka.

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"The enemy doesn't have a rear... in the usual sense":

how our drone pilots turned the enemy's sky
into hell

by Anna Dolgareva

July 14th, 12:18pm

(RT.ru)

For the enemy, they are a faceless death from the sky. For their own

people, they are the hope, that the enemy's position will be cleared

& the assault troops will return home. RT's military correspondent,
Anna Dolgareva, spoke with the UAV operators of the Española
Brigade about how tactics are changing, why the enemy is

hiding in their holes, and what a 20-year-old man is

thinking.... when an enemy FPV drone

is hovering over him.

"Previously, we just took the remote control, lifted the drone over the

landing, and often ........it disappeared. Communication was lost, the

device flew away," recalls the operator with the call sign DJ Zarya

"uavottia". He started out as an ordinary cameraman, but now he

is an experienced fighter and instructor. His task - is to teach

young fighters to see what is hidden from view. "And now?

Signal amplifiers appeared. The enemy has no rear....

in the usual sense..."

However, the technological development of the Armed Forces of

Ukraine is also progressing. In the Konstantinovka area, the

ground is riddled with hidden tunnels..... where enemy

infantry is hiding.

"They have underground cities ----- like the Vietnamese," chuckles

Sumerak, an FPV pilot who served in the OMON and caught DRGs

in the Kherson region before joining the UAVs. "You look at the

camera and see a hill. But it's not a hill. It's an exit....

from a bunker."

The tactics of assaults have changed. Infantry no longer goes on

the attack. First, the area is pounded by artillery. Then FPV units

come into play. They clear basements, machine gun points,

burn out communication nodes. "And only after there is

no sign of life, our assault troops come in," explains

the Twilight.

"The war is now - more in the air. UAVs

inflict the main damage on the enemy."

However, we should not underestimate the heroism of the infantry:

even if the main points of enemy resistance are suppressed, the

enemy also has artillery and drones. And they are trying to

destroy our assault troops. Therefore, the task of UAV

operators is to protect those on the ground.

"He sits and chews"

DJ recalls a night of heavy fighting. They had to clear a point where

a group of SS soldiers ----- had dug in. Thanks to their well-chosen

position, they could have resisted Russian assault troops, for a

long time if they had tried to approach, so the drone operators

methodically dismantled the enemy's fortifications. DJ was

flying a reconnaissance drone at the time, directing

artillery fire.

"We could not destroy them, they did not come to the surface.

The DJ still gets mad when he remembers that night. — And

I'm sitting at the console. I gave the correct observation.

From the third time - they were hit by a 120-mm mortar.

Right into them."

What shocked DJ the most was the sight he saw through the

camera lens 100 meters away from the former fortification.

"There was another one sitting there. His comrades were covered

up behind him, and they were lying there shell-shocked. And he

was sitting there, chewing - and eating something." The DJ

pauses -- as if not believing his own words. "He ate, got

up - and continued digging the trench. We were sitting

at the console, laughing out loud, saying, 'Guys, he's

eating!' He had no sympathy for his comrades, just

going about his business. How can you not

believe in politically incorrect jokes,

after that?"

Indeed, sometimes the enemy behaves in a way... that even

experienced operators are surprised. DJ recalls another

story about the strange behaviour of the AFU soldiers

in the face of imminent death: three of them came

out of the trench..... spread out 50 metres apart,

and lay down obediently, in fresh shell craters.

Without helmets, or body armour, they simply

lay there waiting for whatever might happen.

"They had so much faith that they would

survive our fire," concludes our

drone operator.

20 minutes under the drone

Only someone who has never been on the front line can think that

being a drone operator is just about sitting... in a warm bunker.

Operators and technicians have a lot of work to do - just like

all the other soldiers: digging, carrying, and hiding from the

enemy. Here, the sky is a killer. It also drives you crazy.

Sumarok recalls how he miraculously survived: "We were sent to

help our comrades move to a new position. The enemy spotted

us. The radio transmission said, 'An FPV - is after you!' We ran

into the forest. I crawled.. into a dilapidated bunker. The roof

was made of burnt boards, and I covered myself with a tarp.

The drone was flying low, hovering, & its RPMs were high.

It couldn't see us - and it was waiting to see who would

give up first. It was testing our nerves. Whoever jumps

out and runs. If you run you're dead. There's fear and

the instinct to survive screams, "Run!" The key, is

not to let panic take control, or you're done for.

Then ...we were saved."

Who are they — the ones who hold up this sky? Ordinary guys

who suddenly realized that they couldn't do it without them.

Nick is only 20 years old. He's from Bryansk, a border region

that has been under regular Ukrainian fire for four years.

"I knew I would be here, since February 24, 2022, when I was

still in school," he says. "I'm a fan of Espanyol, and I support

Spartak. So I came to join my team."

In his first combat mission, Nick rammed an enemy kamikaze

drone that was flying straight at him and his partner.

Because ---- he had come to fight, and he was

psychologically prepared to fight and win.

You won't hear these guys talking about geopolitics... or

making grandiose statements. Instead, they focus on

thermal signatures and the rapid discharge of

batteries in drones during cold weather.

Their skills play a crucial role in

determining the extent to

which the front line....

shifts westward.

In special operations, the sky is kept small, by those who

sit in damp dugouts with a remote control in their hands.

They don't like big words and are surprised when

they're called heroes.

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Targets of the fuel and energy complex and UAV

assembly sites were hit: Russian troops struck

Ukraine's military facilities

by Adeline Vishnevskaya

July 14th, 11:56am

(RT.ru)

Over the past 24 hours, the Russian Armed Forces have

targeted energy and transport infrastructure facilities

used by the Ukrainian Armed Forces, according to

the Ministry of Defense.

These targets include drone storage and assembly sites,

as well as temporary bases for the Ukrainian Armed

Forces and foreign mercenaries. In addition, seven

aerial bombs, two HIMARS missiles, and 715

drones have been downed.

The Ukrainian regime has suffered

approximately 1,300 casualties.

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

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

destroyed fuel and energy infrastructure facilities used by the

Ukrainian Armed Forces, storage facilities, and assembly

plants for long-range UAVs, as well as temporary bases

for Ukrainian armed formations & foreign mercenaries

in 148 areas. This is reported in the daily briefing by

the Russian Ministry of Defense on the progress

of the special military operation.

During this time, air defense systems shot down seven

guided aerial bombs, two HIMARS missiles, and 715

aircraft-type drones.

At the same time, units of the Northern Group of Forces --- improved

their tactical position. They defeated the personnel and equipment

of the mechanized brigade of the Armed Forces of Ukraine & the

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

Khoten, Starye Vyrki, Mogritsa, and Ryzhevka (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 Kazachya Lopan,

Yurchenkovo, Bely Kolodez, and Zakharivka.

In this area, the Ukrainian Armed Forces lost up to 160 fighters,

4 vehicles, a field artillery gun, & 2 electronic warfare stations.

The units of the "West" took advantageous positions and lines.

They defeated the manpower and equipment of 3 mechanized,

assault, and airborne brigades of the Armed Forces of Ukraine

and the Territorial Defense Brigade in the areas of Arkadevka,

Gorokhovatka, Podliman (Kharkiv Region), Mayaki, Shchurovo,

Rubtsy, and Svyatogorsk (DPR).

Enemy losses: over 210 fighters, 15 vehicles, a

US' M777 155-mm howitzer, and an AN/TPQ-50

counter-battery station.

Meanwhile, the South fighters improved their position on the front

line. They defeated the formations of two mechanized, airborne,

and assault brigades of the Armed Forces of Ukraine and a

territorial defense brigade in the areas of Nikolaevka,

Slavyansk, Nikonorovka, Kramatorsk, Izhevka,

Alekseevo-Druzhkovka & Kondratovka (DPR).

During the day, the enemy lost up to 140 soldiers, a combat

armoured vehicle, 19 vehicles, and 5 field artillery pieces.

In turn, the Centre's units improved their tactical position. They

defeated the personnel and equipment of two mechanized and

assault brigades of the Armed Forces of Ukraine, a marine

infantry brigade, and two brigades of the National Guard

in the areas of Novonikolaevka, Raiskoye, Rubizhne,

Gornyak, Krasnoyarskoye, Svetloe, Sergeevka,

Maryevka, and Zolotoy Kolodez (DPR).

Losses among Ukrainian armed forces: more than 330 military

personnel, five armoured vehicles, three cars, an electronic

reconnaissance station, and an electronic warfare station.

The Vostok units advanced into the depths of the enemy's defenses.

They destroyed the manpower & equipment of the assault, Jaeger,

3 airborne assault brigades, two assault regiments of the Armed

Forces of Ukraine, and the marines brigade, in the areas of

Gavrilovka, Velikomikhailovka, Vasilkovka, Kolomiytse

(Dnepropetrovsk region), Lyubitskoe, and

Novosoloshino (Zaporizhzhia region).

In this area, the enemy lost over 475 soldiers,

two armoured vehicles, and 11 cars.

At the same time, the Dnipro fighters ---- defeated the mechanized,

mountain assault, and unmanned systems brigades of the Armed

Forces of Ukraine in the areas of Yurkovka, Yuliyevka, Grigorivka

- and Orekhov (Zaporozhye Region).

Up to 65 military personnel, an armoured vehicle, 16 vehicles,

& 5 electronic warfare stations were destroyed in this sector.

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Targets in Kiev and near Odessa have been hit:

the Russian Armed Forces have carried out

group strikes on targets in Ukraine

by Adeline Vishnevskaya

July 14th, 10:24am

(RT.ru)

Last night, the Russian Armed Forces carried out group strikes on

military-industrial complex enterprises in Kiev and infrastructure

facilities in the port of Yuzhny in the Odessa region, according

to the Ministry of Defense.

According to the ministry, two factories involved in the development
and production of missiles and UAVs were hit in Kiev. In Yuzhny,
facilities used for unloading fuel and lubricants and seven
fuel and lubricant tanks, as well as a cargo ship and a
tanker, were hit.

According to the Ministry of Defense, on the night of July 14,
the Russian Armed Forces carried out group strikes with
long-range precision-guided weapons, including air-
and ground-based missiles and drones.

As a result, military industry enterprises involved in developing

and producting various types of missiles and drones, as well

as port infrastructure facilities in the port of Yuzhny in the

Odessa region, which are used for unloading and storing

fuel and lubricants for the Armed Forces of Ukraine,

have been ''affected'' in Kyiv.

According to the agency, two military-industrial

complex facilities in Kyiv ---- have been hit.

One of them is the aggregate and detail enterprise of the radio-

electronic industry "Kyiv State Enterprise Radio-Meter". It is

a key supplier of aggregates, units and components of the

electronic base ---- for the production of guided missiles

"Neptun-MD", FP-7, FP-9 .....and "Grom-2" operational-

tactical missiles. It also produces: navigation and

landing equipment and microwave components

for aircraft engineering.

The attack ---- targeted the Kyiv-7 industrial enterprise (UKR ARMO

TECH LLC). This facility is considered one of the main production

sites in Ukraine for assembling combat units for various types of

drones and missiles. It also processes and stores explosives

used in the production of ammunition. Additionally, the

enterprise serves as a logistics centre for storing

and shipping military products, including

armoured vehicles and drones.

In the Odessa region, the port of Yuzhny (the state-owned enterprise

Seaport Yuzhny) was --- affected. This includes port infrastructure

facilities used for unloading fuel and lubricants, as well as 7 fuel

and lubricant tanks intended for the Armed Forces of Ukraine.

In addition, a cargo ship carrying military supplies was hit at

the Yuzhny port during unloading at the container terminal,

according to the Ministry of Defense.

In addition, a tanker was hit -- while it was crossing from the

port of Chernomorsk to the port of Odessa, the agency said.

The day before, on June 13, the Ministry of Defense told about

the application of group strikes with long-range precision-

guided air-based weapons and strike drones.

Port infrastructure facilities used for unloading and storing

military cargo, fuel and lubricant storage tanks, fuel

transfer ramps and pumping stations, ammunition

and missile storage facilities, and a container

transportation control centre ------- were

damaged in the port of Chernomorsk.

Two ro-ro type sea ferries and a container ship, which were

engaged in delivering cargo for the Armed Forces of

Ukraine, were also damaged. These included the

416-class keelboat Shostka and a floating dock

for storing and launching ''autonomous''

unmanned underwater vehicles.

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The Armed Forces of Ukraine were caught

attacking humanitarian corridors

in Konstantinovka

by Egor Brusentsev

(night line editor)

July 14th, 12:04pm

(Lenta.ru)

Ukraine's Armed Forces --- are deliberately striking humanitarian

corridors in Konstantinovka, in the Donetsk People's Republic.

This was reported by TASS by retired Lieutenant Colonel of

the People's Militia of the Lugansk People's Republic

(LPR), Andrei Marochko.

"Based on the information I have received, I can say that the

concept of a 'humanitarian corridor' is not even mentioned

in the vocabulary of Ukrainian militants. Naturally, no one

is expecting ------ any adherence to international

humanitarian law," he said.

According to Marochko, the population of Konstantinovka is taking

a big risk by trying to escape the shelling, as the Armed Forces of

Ukraine are “not discriminating” and are hitting civilian vehicles

and people who are trying to leave for a safer area.

“Our military personnel are carrying out entire operations to

identify and evacuate people from this settlement,” he said.

Marochko..... described the evacuation of the

Konstantinovka population as “very difficult.”

Earlier, Marochko reported that the Russian Armed Forces - repelled

all attempts by the Armed Forces of Ukraine to counterattack near

Konstantinovka. Prior to that, the head of the DPR, Denis
Pushilin, stated that the damage to Konstantinovka....
is very serious.

_________________________________

Vucic: European countries ----

are seriously arming Ukraine

July 13th, 11:37pm

(RT.ru)

European countries are actively arming Ukraine by supplying it

with equipment and developing joint military production. This

was stated by Serbian President Aleksandar VuÄÂÂÂÂÂÂÂÂÂÂÂÂÂÂÂÂÂÂÂÂÂÂÂÂÂÂÂÂiÄ‡.

"The Ukrainians are seriously arming themselves.

Europe is seriously arming them," TASS quoted

him as saying.

According to Vucic, Ukraine has signed a contract to purchase

16 French Rafale fighter jets, as well as... an agreement to

jointly produce Freya systems with European countries.

He added that eight European countries will work

with Kyiv ---- on an Aster missile defense system.

In addition, as the Serbian leader noted, Ukraine has acquired

the French-Italian SAMP/T anti-aircraft missile systems.

Earlier, Russian Foreign Minister, Sergey Lavrov, said that the

increase in military production in NATO countries is aimed

at ------- continuing to supply weapons to Ukraine and

supporting the regime of Vladimir Zelensky.

______________________________________________

Slovakia Says the West Was Responsible for

the Breakdown.. of the Ukraine Agreement

July 13th, 11:33pm

(Izvestia.ru)

The West has thwarted the settlement of the Ukrainian conflict,

which was possible shortly after it began. This was stated by

Slovak Foreign Minister, Juraj Blanar, on July 13.

"The agreement was close, but it was derailed by Western countries

when then British Prime Minister Boris Johnson said that Western

countries would not support the agreement," he said, in an

interview with the Slovak newspaper Štandard.

According to Blanar, the parties reached an agreement at the time in

negotiations that began in Minsk, and ended in Türkiye. Since then,

the Slovak Foreign Minister said, the whole process.... has
become more complicated and finding an agreement
will be “very difficult”.

"The situation has already reached the point where an

agreement must be reached that will not satisfy

either side," the message reads.

Blanar suggested.... that Ukraine would have to

make concessions, including "territorial ones."

German Chancellor Friedrich Merz on July 13 called for the start of

negotiations to resolve the conflict in Ukraine, calling the current

moment suitable for dialogue. According to him, European

countries, with the support of the EU and the US,

are open to the negotiation process.

Russian Foreign Minister Sergey Lavrov, said on July 9, that Russia

would no longer trust the West ---- in its desire for negotiations on

Ukraine. According to the minister, the Western countries - have

switched to open ultimatums against Moscow instead of a real

dialogue on the Ukrainian crisis. He emphasized: that the

negotiation solutions reached in 2014, 2015, and 2019

with the participation of Western mediators... have

not been respected.

_______________________________________

The Ukrainian Armed Forces mistook the

Russian soldiers for their own and

dropped provisions on them...

for a week.

by Nikita Khromin

(night line editor)

July 13th, 11:25pm

(Lenta.ru)

After Vasilyevka came under the control of the Russian Armed

Forces, the Command of the Armed Forces of Ukraine..... for

another week, dropped provisions to Russian paratroopers,

mistaking them for its soldiers. This was stated in an

interview with TASS, by a fighter ..with the call

sign Max.

"The [Ukrainian] command continued to drop [provisions] for

about a week, thinking that their own troops were there,"

the soldier said. The Russian Armed Forces liberated

Vasilyevka on July 4.

Earlier, it was reported - that the Russian military on the line of

combat contact - better organize the supply of provisions and

the evacuation of the wounded.

_______________________________________

Staff Sergeant Kholodov -- destroyed

two FPV drones with small arms fire

July 13th, 9pm

(Izvestia.ru)

Senior Sergeant Vyacheslav Kholodov of the Russian Armed Forces,

who was carrying out tasks as part of the crew of a combat vehicle,

destroyed two FPV drones of the Armed Forces of Ukraine (AFU) in

one of the tactical areas of the special operation. This was

reported by the Russian Ministry of Defense.

It is specified that Kholodov was carrying out a task of inflicting fire

damage on the enemy. In the conditions of the enemy's use of

artillery and strike unmanned aerial vehicles (UAVs), the

soldier took advantage of a favourable position and
hit the enemy drones with small arms fire.

The combat mission was completed

....without any personnel losses.

In addition, Corporal Vadim Yakovenko, who was carrying out a

mission to deliver ammunition and logistics supplies, detected

an enemy UAV approaching and maneuvered his vehicle. As a

result, the Ukrainian drone detonated.... upon impact with the

ground. Thanks to Yakovenko's courage and professionalism,

the mission was successfully completed.

On July 13, the Russian Ministry of Defense reported that Sergeant

Sergey Maslov, as the commander of a support platoon, was

delivering ammunition and food supplies to the front lines

when he noticed an FPV drone approaching his vehicle.

He used his firearms to shoot down the drone in mid-air, preventing

the attack. The supplies were delivered on time. The ministry also

praised the professionalism of Private Vladimir Bannikov, who

also destroyed an enemy drone.

____________________________________________________________

Eight people were killed and 10 others

were injured in Ukrainian attacks

on the DPR

July 13th, 8:55pm

(RT.ru)

As a result of Ukrainian drone attacks on the Donetsk People's

Republic (DPR), eight people, including one child, were killed

and 10 others were injured to varying degrees. This was

reported by DPR Head Denis Pushilin on July 13.

"In the village of Fedorovka, Volodarsky Municipal district, a family

of four people was killed in an attack on a residential building. In

Mangushsky Municipal district --- as a result of the attack on the

truck, the driver was killed," he wrote in the Telegram channel.

It is reported that another driver was killed in the Nikitovsky district

of Gorlovka during an attack on a bakery truck. A man was killed

in the Kalininsky district of Gorlovka, and a woman was killed

in Debaltseve.

Pushilin also reported that 10 civilians had been injured.

Five residential buildings, two civilian infrastructure facilities, three

trucks, four cars, and special equipment were damaged in the

urban districts of Gorlovka, Debaltseve, Volodarsky,

Mangushsky, Velikonovoselkovsky, Volnovakha,

and Shakhtarsky.

The mayor of Gorlovka, Ivan Prikhodko, reported on July 13 about

the death of a civilian after attacks by a Ukrainian drone.

He also expressed his condolences to the family

and friends of the deceased.

_________________________________

Two civilians were injured ----

in an UAV attack in Gorlovka

July 13th, 3:39pm

(DAN.ru)

Two civilians were injured as a result of an attack by a

Ukrainian drone in Gorlovka. This was reported by

the city's mayor, Ivan Prikhodko.

According to him, Ukrainian militants - struck Nikitovsky

district with a drone. Earlier, Prikhodko reported about

civilians killed there.

The day before --- as a result of the attacks of the APU in the

Republic killed two civilians, and three more -- were injured.

People were injured in Dokuchaevsk, Velikonovoselkovsky

district, Donetsk and Khartsyzsk. The day before -- one

resident of the region was killed.... and 15 wounded.

_______________________________________________________

Defense Ministry: Russian Armed

Forces ------- Continue to Strike

Ukrainian Ports

July 13th, 2:11pm

(RT.ru)

During the day, the Russian military - continued to strike Ukrainian

ports and vessels that were used in the interests of the Ukrainian

Armed Forces. This was reported by the Russian MoD.

"During the day, the Armed Forces of the Russian Federation

continued to strike Ukrainian ports and vessels used by

the Armed Forces of Ukraine," the statement said.

In addition, the forces of the Black Sea Fleet destroyed

an unmanned boat of the Ukrainian Armed Forces.

According to the agency, Russian troops destroyed fuel and

lubricant depots and UAV workshops of the Armed Forces

of Ukraine, in one day.

Also, Russian aviation with a FAB-3000 bomb - destroyed

the point of the position of the Armed Forces of Ukraine

in the area of Shchurovo in the DPR.

__________________________________________

Attacks on UAV workshops, fuel

depots ---- and mercenaries:

The Russian Armed Forces
have hit military facilities

in 142 districts of Kiev

by Anastasia Stepanova

July 13th, 12:02pm

(RT.ru)

Russian troops have hit the fuel and energy and transport

infrastructure of the Armed Forces of Ukraine, storage

facilities and assembly shops for UAVs --- as well as

enemy fuel and lubricant depots and ammunition

depots, according to the Ministry of Defense.

The air defense forces --- shot down 926 aircraft-type drones and 12

aerial bombs in one day, and in the combat zone -- they destroyed

a US' Paladin self-propelled gun .....and a Grad multiple

rocket launcher.

The Russian Armed Forces ---- have destroyed fuel and energy

infrastructure facilities used by the Armed Forces of Ukraine,

as well as storage facilities and assembly plants for long-

range UAVs, fuel and lubricant depots - plus ammunition

depots, as well as temporary accommodation facilities

for Ukrainian militants and foreign mercenaries in 142

areas. 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, drones, missile forces, and artillery of

the Russian Armed Forces.

Russian air defense systems shot down 12 guided aerial bombs

and 926 aircraft-type drones in a single day, while the Black

Sea Fleet destroyed an unmanned Ukrainian boat.

Situation on the contact line

Units of the Northern Group of Forces improved their tactical

position and destroyed the manpower and equipment of the

mechanized brigade of the Armed Forces of Ukraine & the

Territorial Defense Brigade in the areas of the settlements

of Stetskivka and Volnaya Sloboda (Sumy region). In the

Kharkiv region, the formations of the mechanized,

motorized infantry brigade of the Armed Forces

of Ukraine, the Territorial Defense Brigade,

and the border detachment of the

Ukrainian Border Service were

defeated in the areas of the

settlements... of Veseloye,

Zakharivka, Bily Kolodez,

and Vodyanoye.

According to the Ministry of Defense, the Armed Forces of Ukraine

lost more than 200 soldiers, 4 armoured vehicles, nine cars, and

three field artillery pieces in the North sector of responsibility.

At the same time, units of the Zapad military group --- took

advantageous positions. The personnel and equipment

of two mechanized brigades, an assault brigade, a

marine infantry brigade, and a territorial defense

brigade were defeated ------- in the areas of

Maleevka, Blagodatovka, Monachinovka,

Staroverovka (in the Kharkiv region),

Svyatogorsk, & Shchurovo (DPR).

Here, the enemy lost over 220 fighters, 17 vehicles, four

armoured combat vehicles, a US-made 155-mm self-

propelled artillery unit, and an electronic

warfare station.

The units of the Southern Group of Forces, in turn, improved their

position on the front line. The soldiers of the Southern Group of

Forces defeated the formations of three mechanized, airborne,

mountain-assault, & airborne-assault brigades of the Armed

Forces of Ukraine & the Territorial Defense Brigade in the

areas of Nikolaevka, Nikolaypolye, Kramatorsk,

Kondratovka, Druzhkovka, Izhevka, and

Orekhovatka (DNR).

In this area, Kiev lost up to 175 soldiers, 3 armoured

vehicles, 23 cars, and 2 field artillery pieces.

Units of the Centre military group also improved their tactical

position and defeated formations of three mechanized and

assault brigades of the Armed Forces of Ukraine, two

marine infantry brigades, and two brigades of the

National Guard in the areas of the settlements

of Rubizhne, Maryivka, Zolotyi Kolodez,

and Gruzskoye (in the DNR), plus

Gavrilivka, Ivanivka, & Chuhuiv

(Dnepropetrovsk region).

In this sector, the Armed Forces of Ukraine lost more than 340

fighters, seven vehicles, an armoured combat vehicle, and

an electronic warfare station.

Meanwhile, the troops of the Vostok military group -- advanced into

the depths of the enemy's defenses, defeating the personnel and

equipment of two assault brigades, a jäger brigade, an airborne

assault brigade, two assault regiments of the Armed Forces of

Ukraine, and two marine infantry brigades in the areas of

Kolomiytse, Vasylivka (Dnepropetrovsk Oblast),

Barvinivka, Myrivka, Blahodatne, Lyubytse,

Novosoloshyno, and Shyrokyi

(Zaporizhzhia Oblast).

Here, the enemy lost over 385 soldiers, 3 armoured combat

vehicles, nine cars, and a Grad MLRS combat vehicle.

Units of the Dnipro military group have defeated formations of two

mechanized brigades, a mountain assault brigade, and a marine

infantry brigade in the areas of Yurkovka, Grigorovka

(Zaporozhye region), Novoaleksandrovka, and

Ingulets (Kherson region).

Up to 95 Ukrainian Armed Forces fighters were eliminated

in this area. 12 vehicles and three electronic warfare

stations, were also destroyed.

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Two ferries, a container ship, and a floating dock
were hit: the Russian Armed Forces launched a
group attack on the port in the Odessa region

by Anastasia Stepanova

July 13th, 10:29am

(RT.ru)

Last night, the Russian Armed Forces carried out a series of strikes

--- on the port infrastructure in the Odessa region, according to the

Ministry of Defense. The targets included... facilities in the port of

Chernomorsk, including fuel and lubricant tanks, a warehouse of

ammunition and missile weapons, 2 seaports, a container ship,

a collector vessel, and a floating dock.

On the night of July 13, the Russian Armed Forces carried out group

strikes on port infrastructure facilities in Chernomorsk, Odessa

Oblast. This was reported by the Russian Ministry of Defense.

The strikes were carried out ------- with long-range precision-guided

weapons & drones. As a result, the port of Chernomorsk was hit,

including infrastructure used for unloading and storing military

cargo, fuel and lubricant tanks, fuel transfer pumps, as well

asammunition and missile storage facilities, and a

container transportation control centre.

In addition, two ro-ro seagoing ferries, and a container ship, which

were used to transport supplies for the Armed Forces of Ukraine,

as well as the Shostka collector vessel of Project 416 and a

floating dock for storing and launching autonomous

unmanned underwater vehicles, were

also damaged.

The day before, the Russian military also struck at Ukraine's port

infrastructure facilities. In the port of Odessa, military targets

and the logistics center of the transport company "Odtans"

were damaged, and in the port of Chernomorsk, a

trans-shipment centre, fuel storage tanks, two

cargo ships, a sea ferry, and a patrol boat

were damaged.

The Russian military is striking military facilities of the Kiev regime

in response to terrorist attacks by the Armed Forces of Ukraine.

This morning, the Ministry of Defense reported on the repulsion of

another massive attack: over the night, air defense forces shot

down 342 Ukrainian UAVs over 15 regions of Russia and two

seas. UAVs were intercepted over Bryansk, Kaluga, Rostov,

Smolensk and Tver regions, over the Moscow region,

Krasnodar Territory, over the republics of Crimea

and Adygea, as well as over the waters of the

Azov and Black Seas.

The most serious consequences - were recorded in the Moscow

region: there were fatalities and injuries as a result of the night

attack. According to Governor Alexey Vorobyov, three people

were killed in the Istra region, and three others were injured.

Two people were also injured in Solnechnogorsk. At least

seven private houses and two apartment buildings

were damaged.

The Main Investigation Department of the Investigative

Committee of the Russian Federation has opened

a criminal case for a terrorist attack.

The Belgorod Region Operations Headquarters - also reported on the

victims: in the village of Berezovka, as the Armed Forces of Ukraine

dropped an explosive device from a drone onto the territory of a

private house, and a woman died on the spot from her injuries.

Two more men were injured by the detonation of an FPV

drone in the village of Krinichnoye.

The consequences have also been recorded in other regions.

For example, in the Krasnodar Territory, a fire broke out on

the premises of an enterprise, damaging a hanger with

equipment and a private house, and setting fire to a

utility building. In Vladimir, an apartment building

was damaged, and 39 people -- including eight

children, were evacuated from the building.

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Mendel: The Ukrainian issue

was barely discussed at

the NATO summit

July 11th, 4:22pm

(RT.ru)

According to Yulia Mendel, former spokesperson for Vladimir

Zelensky, the issue of Ukraine was barely discussed at the

NATO summit in Turkey.

"Nothing significant was said about the conflict or the future

of Ukraine — just PR," she wrote on social media.

Russian Foreign Ministry spokeswoman Maria Zakharova

has previously stated, that the NATO summit in Ankara

turned into.... a humiliation for Zelensky. The alliance

ignored his wishes regarding the supply of weapons.

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Expansion of the security zone in the Sumy direction:

the Russian Armed Forces have established control

over Bachevsk

by Anastasia Stepanova

July 11th, 11:51am

(RT.ru)

According to the Ministry of Defense, the Russian Northern Group

of Forces has established control over the village of Bachevsk

in the Sumy region.

Over the past 24 hours, the Russian Armed Forces have also

targeted the fuel, energy, and transportation infrastructure

of the Ukrainian Armed Forces ---- as well as the storage

facilities for long-range UAVs and ammunition depots.

During this period, the Russian Air Defense Forces have successfully

intercepted two aerial bombs, two long-range cruise missiles, and

445 aircraft-type UAVs.

As a result of active operations, units of the Northern Group of

Forces have established control over the village of Bachevsk

in the Sumy region. This was reported in the daily briefing

by the Russian Ministry of Defense on the progress of

the special operation.

During the day, the Sever fighters also destroyed the manpower and

equipment of the mechanized, motorized infantry brigades of the

Armed Forces of Ukraine and the Territorial Defense Brigade in

the areas of Stepok, Ryzhevka, Mogritsa, Prokhody, & Volnaya

Sloboda (Sumy Region). In the Kharkiv Region, the formations

of the mechanized brigade of the Armed Forces of Ukraine &

the Territorial Defense Brigade were defeated in the areas of

Kazachya Lopan, Yurchenkovo, Bely Kolodez, & Vodyanoye.

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

lost more than 175 soldiers, 2 armoured vehicles, 13 cars, and

three electronic warfare stations.

At the same time, units of the Western Group of Forces ---- took

advantageous positions. The personnel and equipment of 2

mechanized brigades of the Armed Forces of Ukraine, a

marine infantry brigade, & a territorial defense brigade

were defeated in the areas of Peschany Karyer,

Shiykovka, Monachynivka (Kharkiv region),

Krasny Lyman, Svyatohirsk, and

Shchurovo (DNR).

Here, the enemy lost over 210 fighters, 15 vehicles, three

armoured combat vehicles, an artillery gun, and an

electronic warfare station.

The units of the Southern Group of Forces, in turn, improved their

position on the front line ------ and defeated the formations of two

mechanized, airborne, mountain assault brigades of the Armed

Forces of Ukraine and the Territorial Defense Brigade in the

areas of Nikolaypolye, Izhevka, Vasilyevskaya Pustosh,

Nikolaevka, Alekseevo-Druzhkovka, Verolyubovka,

and Orekhovatka (DNR).

In this area, Kiev lost up to 215 military personnel,

a tank, an armoured combat vehicle, 33 vehicles,

and a field artillery gun.

Meanwhile, units of the Centre military group improved their

tactical position by destroying the manpower & equipment

of two mechanized brigades, a mountain assault brigade,

a marine infantry brigade, & 4 brigades of the National

Guard in the areas of Novoaleksandrovka, Torskoye,

Artyom, Dobropolye, and Rubizhne (DPR).

In this sector, the Ukrainian Armed Forces - lost more than 335

soldiers, 4 armoured vehicles, 10 cars, and three electronic

warfare stations.

Units of the Vostok military group also advanced into the depths

of the enemy's defenses, defeating formations of 2 air assault

brigades, 3 assault regiments of the Armed Forces of Ukraine

and two marine infantry brigades in the areas of Sergeevka,

Lyubitskoye, Novorozovka, Novosoloshino (Zaporozhye

Region), Gavrilovka, Ivanovka, and Kolomiitsy

(Dnepropetrovsk Region).

In this area, the enemy lost over 455 fighters, 11 vehicles,

two armoured combat vehicles, and an artillery gun.

Meanwhile, units of the Dnipro military group defeated formations

of two mechanized and mountain assault brigades of the Armed

Forces of Ukraine in the areas of Orekhov, Preobrazhenka

(Zaporozhye Region), and the city of Kherson.

Up to 70 Ukrainian Armed Forces fighters were eliminated here.

22 vehicles, an armoured combat vehicle, and four electronic

warfare stations were destroyed.

In addition, the Russian Armed Forces - have carried out strikes on

the fuel and energy infrastructure of the Ukrainian Armed Forces,

storage facilities... for long-range UAVs, ammunition depots,

and temporary bases for Ukrainian fighters and foreign

mercenaries ---- in 152 areas.

During the day, the air defense forces -- shot down two

guided aerial bombs, two long-range cruise missiles,

and 445 aircraft-type UAVs.

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A civilian... was injured near Donetsk

after an attack by a Ukrainian drone

Donetsk, July 11th, 10:51am

(DAN.ru)

A man was injured when an explosive object was dropped

near Krasnogorovka. This was reported by the head of

the city district, Alexey Kulemzin.

"According to the information received, a 1963-born man

was seriously injured as a result of the detonation of an

explosive device between the towns of Krasnogorovka

and Zhelannoye," Kulemzin wrote on his social

media accounts.

He added that the victim had been hospitalized.

Earlier it was reported that on July 9, in Gorlovka, due to the

attack of a drone of the Armed Forces of Ukraine, seven

civilians were injured. On the morning of July 11, the

mayor of the city Ivan Prikhodko reported that the

number of wounded civilians, increased to nine.

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Factories in Kiev and ports in the Odessa region

have been hit: the Russian Armed Forces

carried out group strikes on targets

in Ukraine at night

by Anastasia Stepanova

July 11th, 8:26am

(RT.ru)

On the night of July 11, the Russian Armed Forces carried out group

strikes on facilities in Kiev and the Odessa region, according to the

Ministry of Defense. The targets included enterprises in Kiev

related to the production of UAVs, as well as the port

infrastructure in the Odessa region, which the

Ukrainian Armed Forces use for storing

military supplies and fuel.

Among the affected facilities were the Aerodron and Fanplit

enterprises, as well as the ports of Chernomorsk, Yuzhny,

and Izmail.

Last night, Russian troops launched a series of attacks on military

facilities in Kyiv ---- and Ukraine's port infrastructure. This was

reported by the Russian Ministry of Defense this morning.

The strikes were carried out using long-range precision-guided

weapons, both ground- and air-based, as well as drones.

"As a result, the Ukrainian military industry enterprises in the city of

Kiev which are involved in the production and storage of long-range

& medium-range UAVs, as well as the port infrastructure facilities

in Odessa, Chernomorsk, and Izmail in the Odessa region, which

are used for the delivery and storage of military cargo and fuel

and lubricants, have been affected," the statement said.

So, in Kiev, the Aerodron industrial enterprise was affected.

It specializes in the development and production of heavy

UAVs with high payload capacity and long-range E-300

Enterprise and D-80 Discovery.

The Russian Armed Forces also targeted the Fanplit enterprise in

Kiev. This enterprise collects and stores Fire Point-2 UAVs with a

flight range of up to 200 km, plus components for equipping their

combat units. "The enterprise is disguised as a civilian

production facility for plywood and furniture, which

allows it .....to conceal its true purpose from

intelligence and legally transport cargo,"

the Ministry of Defense noted.

In the Odessa region, the port of Chernomorsk, which handles

a significant portion of grain, container, and bulk cargo,

providing up to 90% of Ukraine's agricultural exports,

has been affected. According to the agency, this is

a key logistics hub for the supply of military

supplies and fuel and lubricants to the

Armed Forces of Ukraine.

During the operation, the Russian Armed Forces have targeted

fuel storage tanks and infrastructure used for unloading and

storing military cargo.

The port of Yuzhny was also attacked, as it provides for the export

of Ukrainian agricultural and mining and metallurgical products,

and the Armed Forces of Ukraine use it as a logistics hub.

Infrastructure facilities for storing military cargo and

fuel and lubricant tanks, were also damaged.

Another target was the port of Izmail, the most important alternative

logistics hub for the Ukrainian Armed Forces on the Danube River.

Russian forces targeted fuel and lubricant depots, fuel transfer

ramps and pumping stations, storage facilities for weapons

and military equipment --- and the control centres for the

port infrastructure.

This morning, the Ministry of Defense reported on the repulsion of a

massive attack by the Armed Forces of Ukraine: over the night, air

defense forces destroyed 178 Ukrainian aircraft-type UAVs over

nine regions of Russia.

The drones were intercepted over the Bryansk, Kaluga, Rostov,

Smolensk, and Tver regions ---- over the Moscow region, the

Krasnodar Territory, the republics of Crimea and Adygea,

as well as over the waters of the Sea of Azov and

the Black Sea.

The most serious consequences were recorded in the Rostov region:

there, four vessels in the Taganrog Bay were attacked by the Armed

Forces of Ukraine, including a tanker carrying methanol. The ships

sustained minor damage, and there was no threat of a spill, but a

sailor on a technical vessel was killed, as a result of the attack.

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China Reveals.. the Price of a US

Pilot's Bravery - with a Russian

Fighter Jet

by Marina Sovina (night editor)

July 10th, 10:42pm

(Lenta.ru)

Journalists from the Chinese portal Sohu told about

the payment of the US pilot for his audacity with

the Russian fighter. "ABN24" gives the

retelling of the article.

According to observers, the incident occurred during a joint

Russian-Chinese patrol in the western Pacific Ocean. The

group was attempted to be escorted by several US

fighter jets that had recently arrived in Japan.

Journalists said that, at some point, the F-35 pilot tried to

..quietly approach the Russian Tu-95MS bomber. At this

point, a Chinese J-16 flew up to him on one side, and

a Russian Su-35 on the other, and the US pilot,
was in a kind of trap.

"Imagine what that guy in the F-35 cockpit was thinking - when he

found himself between a Russian and a Chinese aircraft. On one

side, he had the J-16, with its missiles clearly visible under its

wings. On the other, he had the Russian Su-35, known for its

maneuverability and powerful weapons," Sohu

commentators reflected, calling the

incident - highly significant.

Earlier, it was reported that a Tu-142MK anti-submarine aircraft

(by NATO codification: Bear-F – “Bear”) of the naval aviation of

the Russian Navy dropped a hydro-acoustic buoy, in front of a

British F-35B fighter jet.

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Russia's position at the

front --- was evaluated

July 10th, 10:10pm

by Marina Sovina

(night editor)

(Lenta.ru)

Russia's position in the Ukrainian conflict -- is improving, despite the

large-scale and completely immoral support provided to Kyiv by

NATO countries. This was stated by the Vice-Speaker of the

Federation Council Konstantin Kosachev in an interview

with aif.ru.

"The situation is changing - not in favour of Ukraine, but in favour of

Russia — despite the large-scale and completely immoral support

that Ukraine is receiving from NATO countries," Kosachev said.

Earlier, the first deputy chairman of the State Duma Committee on

International Relations, Svetlana Zhurova, said that the position

of NATO leaders on strikes deep into Russia demonstrates that

the concerns of politicians about the country's security are

justified. According to her, everyone is saying.... a lot of

things now, but we need to look - at the real actions.

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Miroshnik: Zelensky will

------- be brought to trial

July 10th, 9:36pm

(RT.ru)

The tribunal that will try Vladimir Zelensky and other
representatives of the Kiev regime... will never

take place.

Saying this, was Sputnik, said Rodion Miroshnik,

Ambassador-at-Large of the Russian Ministry

of Foreign Affairs.

The diplomat noted that the Ukrainian authorities should be held

accountable for the crimes committed after the special military

operation. He also said that some Ukrainian military

personnel are already being tried in Russia.

"The Nuremberg Tribunal took place after the victory over the Third

Reich. This will happen here as well. Many people have not yet

been brought to justice, including Zelensky, (Minister of

Defense Mikhail) Fedorov, and others, who are

essentially responsible for the crimes,"

Miroshnik said.

Earlier, Miroshnik said that new formats could be developed

for a possible tribunal to try the Ukrainian leadership.

The Kremlin expects that the time for a trial of neo-Nazis

will come ------- after the end of the special operation.

Presidential Plenipotentiary Representative in the Ural Federal

District and Hero of the DPR, Artem Zhoga, told RT that people

from unfriendly countries who are involved in the continuation

of the conflict in Ukraine should be held for "a kind of

Nuremberg trial" ---- in the future.

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Junior Sergeant Pisarenko - identified

the location of the Ukrainian Armed

Forces' equipment and units

July 10th, 9:30pm

(Izvestia.ru)

Junior Sergeant Yevgeny Pisarenko conducted aerial

reconnaissance, in the area of the special military

operation (SVO) ---- and discovered formations of

the Armed Forces of Ukraine. The press service

of the Russian Ministry of Defense, reported
-- on the feats of the military personnel of
the Russian Federation's Armed Forces.

The enemy was firing artillery and mortars, but -- despite this,

Pisarenko continued to survey the area using an unmanned

aerial vehicle. He spotted two pieces of armoured vehicles

and Ukrainian Armed Forces units nearby and transmitted

the coordinates to his command. As a result, the targets

were destroyed by Russian FPV drones.

The Ministry of Defense also praised the courage of Sergeant

Artem Moskovich, who, as a driver for a repair and recovery

unit ---- evacuated damaged equipment with a repair team,

when his vehicle was attacked by a Ukrainian FPV drone.

The vehicle was damaged, but Moskovich's professionalism

allowed him to bring the vehicle to a safe area, without
any casualties among the repair team.

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Saldo compared the Ukrainian UAV attacks

----- to weapons of mass destruction

July 10th, 9:23pm

(RT.ru)

Vladimir Saldo, the governor of the Kherson region, said that

the massive drone attacks by the Ukrainian Armed Forces

on the region ..are comparable to the use of weapons of

mass destruction.

"The Kiev regime, with the technological assistance of Western

countries, is already creating systems that can be considered

weapons of mass destruction," he said at an international

online meeting titled "Crimes of the Kiev Regime: Terror

Against the Civilian Population of the Kherson Region."

Earlier, Saldo reported that in the Kherson region,

as a result of attacks by the Armed Forces of

Ukraine ....545 civilians were killed.

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The Ukrainian Armed Forces attacked

a passenger car in the LPR,

killing a man

July 10th, 8:50pm

(RT.ru)

According to the head of the LPR, Leonid Pasechnik, the Armed

Forces of Ukraine attacked a passenger car on the Svatovo-

Nizhnyaya Duvanka highway, killing a 73-year-old man.

"A Ukrainian UAV hit a passenger car... Two people were injured: a

73-year-old woman was wounded, and a 73-year-old man suffered

injuries incompatible with life. I express my deep condolences

to the family and friends of the deceased," he said.

Another UAV attacked a car in the city of Svatovo

....injuring a woman and her daughter.

Pasechnik also reported that a Ukrainian drone attacked

a Kremennaya-Lugansk bus --- while passengers were

boarding, in the village of Staraya Krasnyanka,

injuring two women.

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Russian Aerospace Forces dropped

FAB-500 aerial bombs --- on the

Ukrainian Armed Forces

crossing in the DPR

July 10th, 12:57pm

(Izvestia.ru)

The crews of the Su-34 multifunctional fighter-bombers of the

Russian Aerospace Forces destroyed a bulk ferry used by

the Armed Forces of Ukraine in the Donetsk People's

Republic. This was reported by the Russian

Ministry of Defense on July 10.

"Five FAB-500 aerial bombs equipped with universal planning and

correction modules were used to strike a sand crossing used by

the Ukrainian Armed Forces near the village of Mayaki,"

the report said.

Four FAB-500 aerial bombs were also used to strike the temporary

deployment point of the 159th Separate Mechanized Brigade of

the Armed Forces of Ukraine in the village of Zakharivka,

Kharkiv Oblast.

In addition, an air strike destroyed a Ukrainian drone control

centre located in a forest area near Rublenoye village in the

Kharkiv region.

On the same day, the Russian Ministry of Defense reported that

Russian military personnel had carried out a massive and six

group strikes on targets in Ukraine over the past week.

According to the ministry, the targets were destroyed

using high-precision weapons and attack drones.

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Zakharova stated --- that:
Ukraine's Armed Forces
deliberately targeted

passenger buses

July 9th, 10:50pm

(RT.ru)

According to Russian Foreign Ministry spokeswoman

Maria Zakharova --- the Ukrainian military
is deliberately attacking regular and

passenger buses, using drones.

This is stated in a comment by Zakharova, published

on the website of the Russian Foreign Ministry.

She emphasized ---- that such actions

have become regular and purposeful.

"Recently, the Armed Forces of Ukraine have been

deliberately targeting regular and passenger

buses with drone attacks,"

the statement said.

Earlier, the Russian human rights commissioner Yana

Lantratova sent appeals to the UN in connection

with the Ukrainian military's attack on a bus

in the Belgorod region.

On July 9th, the head of the LPR, Leonid Pasechnik, said

that a Ukrainian drone attacked a Kremennaya-Lugansk

bus, while passengers were boarding, in the village of

Staraya Krasnyanka, injuring two women.

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Dodik pointed out the mistake

....of the European elite

by Evgeny Silaev

(Night Line Editor)

July 9th, 10:48pm

(Lenta.ru)

The European elite made a mistake by supporting Ukraine and

opposing Russia. This was pointed out by the chairman of the

ruling party of the Republika Srpska in Bosnia & Herzegovina

- the Union of Independent Social Democrats, Miroslav Dodik,

in an interview with RIA Novosti.

He cited the example of the President of France Emmanuel Macron

and the German Chancellor Friedrich Merz, who have very modest

support in their countries.

"They are following a policy that is losing its significance, because it

is clear that the current European elite's policy is flawed in terms of

engaging in the conflict in Ukraine and taking sides with Kiev,"

Dodic emphasized.

Earlier, Dodic said that Russian President Vladimir Putin

is acting wisely by deciding not to allow large-scale

strikes on Ukraine, which could result ....in

numerous civilian casualties.

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Cadets of the Lviv Interior Ministry School

supported the protest against the TSK

July 9th, 10:09pm

(Izvestia.ru)

Cadets of the Lviv State University of Internal Affairs of the

Ministry of Internal Affairs of Ukraine expressed their

support for the residents of the city who opposed

the employees of the Territorial Recruitment

Centre (TCK, an analogue of the military

enlistment office). This was reported

on July 9th, by Russian law

enforcement agencies.

"It is interesting that the actions of the protesters were

supported not only by ordinary residents of Ukraine,

but even by cadets of the Lviv Interior Ministry

School," the source told TASS.

He also suggested that it was highly likely

that many of them ---- would be expelled

from the school.

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The Russian Foreign Ministry has warned NATO

about the consequences of supporting the

Ukrainian Armed Forces' attacks

July 9th, 9:55pm

(Izvestia.ru)

According to Izvestia, Moscow has - repeatedly - warned NATO

countries through diplomatic channels and publicly that their

assistance to the Kiev regime and support for its terrorist

attacks on civilians and infrastructure in Russia ----

make them complicit in these crimes.

"Russia has repeatedly warned NATO countries, both through

diplomatic channels and publicly, that their assistance to the

Kiev regime and support for its terrorist attacks on civilians

and infrastructure in Russia make them complicit in these

crimes," the ministry emphasized.

Smolenskaya Square noted that the North Atlantic bloc continues to

move along the path of escalating the crisis around Ukraine. This

has a negative impact on the situation in Europe as a whole.

"The creation of enterprises - for the production of drones and their

components, as well as other weapons for the needs of the Armed

Forces of Ukraine, is a clear step towards prolonging the conflict

in Ukraine. This is also related to the provision of intelligence

data to the Armed Forces of Ukraine, as well as the use of

some member countries' air and sea space for strikes on

Russian territory," the diplomats said.

Along with some Baltic statesmen, President Alexander Stubb

of Finland is an ardent supporter, who continues to support

Ukraine's attacks on Russian civilian targets, according

to the Russian Foreign Ministry.

"We once again emphasize that such adventurous plans and their

implementation will have far-reaching consequences. We warn

that the response to aggressive actions against our country

will be decisive and destructive for their initiators. We

reserve the right to respond to threats against us

with all available forces and means," the

Russian Foreign Ministry concluded.

Earlier, Russian President's Press Secretary, Dmitry Peskov -- stated

that attacks on Russia's civilian infrastructure and population have

a negative impact on the peace negotiation process in Ukraine.....

and prolong the special military operation.

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Sergeant Belov --- evacuated three

wounded soldiers in the SVO zone

July 9th, 9:45pm

(Izvestia.ru)

Sergeant Andrey Belov was carrying out a task - to defend the unit's

positions when the Armed Forces of Ukraine (AFU) opened artillery

fire. The press service of the Russian Ministry of Defense reported

on the feats of the military personnel of the Armed Forces of the

Russian Federation in the zone of the special military operation.

Three of the soldiers were injured. Despite the ongoing shelling,

Belov reached the injured soldiers and provided them with first

aid. He then evacuated the wounded soldiers from the enemy

artillery fire and maintained their stability ....until the

evacuation team arrived.

The Ministry of Defense also noted the professionalism of Private

Alexey Ibryamov, who participated in the assault on the

Ukrainian Armed Forces positions, when the enemy --

opened machine-gun fire.

Ibryamov decided to outflank the enemy position and attacked

using an improvised explosive device. As a result, the

Ukrainian Armed Forces' machine gun position was

eliminated, and the assault continued.

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Yevstigneeva: Zelensky is "selling" strikes

on Russian infrastructure.... to the West

July 9th, 8:07pm

(RT.ru)

Vladimir Zelensky is "selling" strikes on Russian infrastructure

to the West, according to Anna Yevstigneeva, the acting

permanent representative of Russia to the

United Nations.

"In pursuit of another tranche, Zelensky is selling strikes on

Russian infrastructure to the West," Yevstigneeva said at

the UN Security Council meeting.

Earlier, Yevstigneyeva said that the Ukrainian Armed Forces’

attacks on Russian territory would not bring a peaceful

settlement closer, but would only lead to... a further

escalation of the conflict.

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"Beating, mocking --- and threatening":

discontent with the work of the TSK

is growing in Ukraine

by Peter Skubey

July 9th, 3:44pm

(RT.ru)

Discontent with the work of the TSK has led to riots in Lviv.

There is a growing wave of discontent with the actions of the TSK

officers in Ukraine. The day before, a large-scale protest took

place in Lviv: a crowd of citizens who were outraged by the

actions of the military envoys blocked a TSK vehicle,

smashed it, and turned it over. The reason, as

reported, was the forced mobilization of

a 20-year-old man.

According to experts, the discontent within Ukrainian society could

lead to new, larger-scale protests. Witnesses and relatives of the

detainees have reported that the TSK officers are beating and

abusing people.

"Revolt against the shopping centre"

On the evening of July 8, a large-scale protest by local residents

against military enlistment office employees took place in the

Sykhiv district of Lviv.

According to the STRANA.ua publication, the riot was caused --- by

another episode of forced mobilization. Military enlistment officers

allegedly grabbed and beat a 20-year-old man on the street.

Passionate citizens tried to stop the security forces and

blocked their official vehicle. Over the next few hours,

the crowd gradually grew larger. Eventually, the

residents of Lviv, shouting "Shame!" and

"Disgrace!" pushed and overturned

the TSK vehicle.

Earlier, attempts at collective protests took place in Vinnytsia.

There, minibus drivers refused to go to work due to the

mobilization of a colleague, according to STRANA.ua.

As a result, as Ukrainian journalists note, the

mobilized person was released.... as no

military unit agreed to take him on.

"Genocide of the nation"

Meanwhile, just before the Lviv riot, the Verkhovna Rada

acknowledged the death of another Lviv resident

the day after his mobilization.

It is reported that the 46-year-old man was mobilized, died, and his

body remained in the morgue for almost 12 days. The family of

the deceased was not informed about this. Additionally,

during the examination of the body, relatives

discovered numerous injuries, including

hematomas in the liver and spleen,

as well as injuries to the limbs.

It is noteworthy that the forensic medical examination concluded

that the cause of death was hypertrophic cardiomyopathy,

although the man had previously been declared fit

for military service.

About a similar case of the TCC employees exceeding

their authority was told by Ukrainian singer, Kamalia.

According to her, the military commanders have captured her

brother and are holding him at the TSK in Bucha, threatening

to kill him. She also said that they had previously tried to

send him to the front --- despite his disability.

"This is a genocide of our nation. Men are being indiscriminately

grabbed on the streets, even those who have served on the

front lines and are disabled. They are being beaten,

mocked, and threatened," the singer said.

The dubious methods of Ukrainian military commanders, were

previously reported by Alexey Goncharenko, a member of the

Verkhovna Rada.

According to his information, in Transcarpathia, military

commanders take men away and take them to the

border area. There, they are photographed

allegedly trying to illegally cross the

border. Then...... they are either

stripped of their reservations

or have money extorted.

"This is not an isolated case, but a systemic problem. It goes

beyond the limits of adequacy," Goncharenko emphasized.

Earlier, in Transcarpathia, a mobilized man with limited military

service died after falling from a window in the Uzhhorod

District TSK. On July 9, the Office of the Human Rights

Ombudsman for Transcarpathia .....announced the

initiation of an investigation and the opening

of a criminal case.

A notable incident also occurred in Dnepropetrovsk. There, TSK

officers pulled the driver out of the car, gassed him, and put

him and his companion.. in a service bus. A citizen who

tried to defend them ---- was knocked to the ground.

The situation ...is heating up

Commenting on the large-scale spontaneous riot against the TSK

in Lviv, experts noted the high level of tension and discontent in

Ukrainian society, emphasizing that the point of no return -- has

not yet been reached.

Andrey Koshkin, Head of the Department of Political Science and

Sociology at the Plekhanov Russian University of Economics,

expressed this opinion in an interview with RT.

"Pay attention to Transcarpathia — these are the human resources

that create Maidans. If the outrage in this part of Ukraine leads to

organized protests, then there will be a result. So far, there

doesn't seem to be a critical mass of discontented

people," the expert emphasized.

In an interview with RT, Alexey Mukhin, Director General of the

Centrte for Political Information, noted that the situation
with mobilization in Ukraine ....continues to escalate.

"The events in Lviv show that the citizens are extremely outraged.

Most likely, we are currently dealing with spontaneous civil

resistance, but it may become more widespread

in the future," Mukhin said.

He also added that the ongoing mobilization campaign

contradicts Kiev's declared commitment to

"European values."

Meanwhile, experts agree that in the current circumstances,

the official authorities are unlikely to pay attention to

the reasons for citizens' discontent.

According to Andrey Koshkin, this is primarily due to

the difficult situation on the front lines for Ukraine.

"Kyiv is trying to compensate for this --- in an inhumane way by

''recruiting'' military personnel. It's no wonder that Ukrainians

have nicknamed the TSK employees ------- as 'man-eaters,'"

the expert emphasized.

Alexey Mukhin, in turn, suggested that - in response to the

active manifestations of discontent in Lviv, the Ukrainian

authorities may tighten the screws ....even more.

"It is likely that public outrage will be severely contained,

and those responsible will suffer ---- outside the legal

framework," he concluded.

* Included in the register of individuals

involved in terrorism and extremism.

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Exclusive

Russian National Guardsmen rescued

injured men after an explosion in the

Volnovakha district

July 9th, 1:55pm

(DAN.ru)

The Russian National Guard rescued two residents of the

Volnovakha district who were injured in an ammunition

explosion. This was reported to the Donetsk News

Agency by the press service of the agency.

The tragedy occurred -- in the Volnovakha district, during a

grass-cutting operation. The injured men required urgent

medical attention. The Russian National Guard, quickly

arrived at the scene, assessed the victims' condition,

provided first aid & escorted them to the ambulance.

Thanks - to the coordinated and decisive actions of the

Rosgvardia officers, the men's lives are not in danger.

They are currently hospitalized ......and under

medical supervision.

____________________________________________

They have taken -- advantageous positions:

the Russian Armed Forces have advanced

in the SVO zone and are destroying the

Ukrainian Armed Forces' brigades

in Krasny Liman

by Adeline Vishnevskaya

July 9th, 11:38am

(RT.ru)

Over the past 24 hours, Russian troops have hit logistics centres,

fuel and energy facilities and transport infrastructure in Ukraine,

the Defense Ministry said. UAV storage sites, fuel & ammunition

depots were also damaged. The losses of the Armed Forces of

Ukraine amounted to about 1.3 thousand militants.

The Ministry also mentioned the success of the Russian Armed

Forces in Krasny Liman (DPR), where motorized rifle units are

completing the destruction of the disparate forces of two

enemy brigades.

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

missile forces, and artillery of the Russian Armed Forces have

destroyed logistics centres and fuel, energy, and transport

infrastructure used by the Ukrainian Armed Forces,

according to the Ministry of Defense.

Targets include long-range drone storage facilities, fuel and

ammunition depots, and temporary bases for Ukrainian

armed forces and foreign mercenaries in 142 areas.

Air defense systems shot down nine guided

aerial bombs and 468 aircraft-type UAVs.

At the same time, units of the Northern Group of Forces - improved

their tactical position. They defeated the manpower & equipment

of two mechanized brigades of the Armed Forces of Ukraine and

a territorial defense brigade in the areas of the settlements of

Khoten, Velikaya Rybitsa, and Mirlogi (Sumy Region).

In the Kharkiv region, two mechanized and motorized infantry

brigades of the Armed Forces of Ukraine, a territorial defense

brigade, and a border detachment of the Ukrainian Border

Guard Service were defeated in the areas of Velyki

Prokhody, Krugloe, Izbitske, and Zakharivka.

In this area, the Armed Forces of Ukraine lost up to 170 soldiers,

five armoured vehicles, including a US' M113 armoured

personnel carrier, and 12 vehicles.

The units of the "West" ---- took advantageous positions and lines.

They defeated the manpower and equipment of two mechanized,

assault brigades of the Armed Forces of Ukraine, a marine

infantry brigade and a territorial defense brigade in the

areas of Maliyevka, Chervony Oskol, Kasyanovka,

Podlyman (Kharkiv region) and

Shchurovo (DNR).

In the village of Krasny Lyman (DPR)... units of the 67th Motorized

Rifle Division of the 25th Army, are completing the destruction of

scattered enemy forces from the 60th Mechanized Brigade of

the Armed Forces of Ukraine and the 120th Territorial

Defense Brigade. Over the past 24 hours, more than

15 Ukrainian soldiers, a vehicle, and six ground-

based robotic systems have been destroyed.

In total, the West military group's area of responsibility resulted

in the loss of over 210 enemy soldiers, 3 armoured vehicles,

16 cars, two field artillery pieces, a Grad MLRS vehicle,

and two electronic warfare stations.

Meanwhile, the South fighters improved their position on the

front line. They defeated the formations of two mechanized,

airmobile, mountain-assault, airborne-assault and assault

brigades of the Armed Forces of Ukraine in the areas of

n. p. Alekseevo-Druzhkovka, Verolyubovka, Nikolaevka

and Orekhovatka (DNR).

Over the course of a day, the enemy lost more than 175

fighters, 4 armoured vehicles, 13 cars, and a field

artillery gun.

In turn, the Center's units - improved their tactical position. They

defeated the manpower and equipment of 2 mechanized and an

assault brigade of the Armed Forces of Ukraine, a marine

infantry brigade, and 3 brigades of the National Guard

in the areas of Svyatogorovka, Dobropolye,

Novonikolaevka, Gruzskoye,

Novofedorovka, Sergeevka,

and Shilovka (DPR).

The Ukrainian armed forces lost more than 325 soldiers,

two armoured vehicles, 12 cars, and 3 artillery pieces

in this area.

Units of the Vostok group of troops ---- advanced into the depth of

the enemy's defense. They destroyed manpower and equipment

of two air assault brigades, an assault regiment of the Armed

Forces of Ukraine, a marine infantry brigade, and a territorial

defense brigade in the areas of Chernenkovo, Ivanovka,

Kolomiytse (Dnepropetrovsk region), Nikolskoye,

and Novosoloshino (Zaporozhye region).

The enemy lost over 450 soldiers, two

armoured vehicles, and five cars.

At the same time, the Dnipro fighters defeated the formations

of the Ukrainian Armed Forces' mechanized brigade and the

territorial defense brigade in the areas of Orekhov

(Zaporozhye region) and Zelenovka

(Kherson region).

Up to 55 Ukrainian Armed Forces soldiers, an armoured vehicle,

13 cars, a field artillery gun, and an electronic warfare station

were destroyed in this sector.

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"Helmets ----- right on top of medical caps":

how surgeons..... pull soldiers back from

the brink of death in a frontline hospital

by Anna Dolgareva

July 9th, 9:18am

(RT.ru)

Sometimes, life and death are separated by a matter of millimetres

and seconds. This is something that every frontline doctor knows,

as they are the ones who save the lives of those who have

recently risked their own lives in extreme conditions.

As a commander on the battlefield, a doctor must be able to

make precise and quick decisions, and take responsibility.

Anna Dolgareva, an RT war correspondent, reports on

the surgeon of the hospital with the call sign Dixon.

When you take off the bandage and a fountain of blood gushes

from your neck, there's no time to think. While one doctor

clamps a blood vessel with their fingers, another

prepares an IV machine, and a third searches

for a vein for a blood transfusion. This is a

typical shift at a frontline hospital.

Dixon is a senior resident in the Department of Anesthesiology and

Intensive Care, an Ivanovo paratrooper. He speaks quickly, as if

every second of conversation is time stolen from his wounded

patients. The front line --- is not far from his operating table.

"Yesterday, a soldier was brought in with a lower limb amputation.

Massive blood loss," Dixon says, as if his hands are still feeling

the weight of someone else's body, and his palms are still

holding the wounded man.

"We've determined his blood type: positive. We only have three

doses of red blood cell mass in the refrigerator. The patient

needs five. In civilian medicine, this would involve

bureaucracy, searching for donors, and making

phone calls. However, on the front lines,

there is no time.. for that. I have the

authority to transfuse him with a

negative blood type. We

replenish the volume,

and the patient

stays alive."

Everything is intense and extreme here: there's only a pulse

on the monitor and a pressure that's creeping down until

you start pumping blood right on the operating table.

"We can't fit into the skull"

Medicine on the front line is not just about stitching things up

and sending them on their way. To save a human life, you

have to perform complex and risky surgeries.

Dixon tells a story that would make a civilian surgeon dizzy.

A guy with a neck injury. He came to the hospital on his

own, with a pressure bandage on his neck. He seemed

stable. "We took him to the operating room..... to

examine the wound. When I started removing

the bandage a stream of blood gushed out,"

Dixon recalls. "We - quickly - put him on

artificial ventilation, and the vascular

surgeon....... began to expand the

access. It turned out -- that he

had a wound to the common

carotid artery."

The carotid artery is one of the largest vessels in the human

body. When it is injured, time is of the essence, as critical

blood loss occurs - almost immediately.

"The hole ---- is large," Dixon explains. "You have to squeeze it

at the right time and get it sewn up. When you squeeze the

common carotid artery, the brain doesn't get enough

blood. You have half an hour or 40 minutes. After

that, it's too late."

What can be done in this case? While the anesthesiologists

keep the pressure up -- the vascular surgeon takes the

patient's femoral vein and sews it into place instead

of the severed carotid artery. Prosthetics. This, is

the kind of delicate and precise work that Dixon

performed in the operating room.... of a

frontline hospital.

"We had to operate on three popliteal arteries. We performed

prosthetics and saved the leg," Dixon says... rubbing his

forehead thoughtfully. "If you don't perform prosthetics

in time, the blood flow stops -- and there's no blood

supply. When they arrive at the next stage, they

only have the option of amputating the limb.

That's where we save it."

But there are things that are difficult for even the most talented

doctor to do in a frontline hospital. This is neurosurgery. "We

can't get into the skull," Dixon admits honestly. "When the

scalp is removed, the head bleeds so much that it takes

about 50 clips. This is done ....in later stages, in

specialized centres."

"We just put on our body armour."

The hospital's emergency department functions

as a sorting hub. There is no room - for error.

"Severe cases with traumatic shock and lacerations are

immediately taken to the operating room for X-ray,"

Dixon lists the steps. "Light injuries are taken

to the dressing room."

What do they carry most often? Combined injuries. Explosive,

a mine. "Wounds to the head, chest, and extremities. Blood

pressure of 40 over 20. They barely breathe on their own.

Your task is to be quick. Remove the threatening factors.

Stop the bleeding. Allow them to breathe. Transfuse

plasma. And make sure this person reaches....

the next stage of evacuation."

In a frontline hospital, the ceiling can shake at any moment. You

never know which operation it will happen during. "There was

an artillery barrage. Directly at us. There were two patients

on the table. We couldn't leave them. The commander

shouted, 'Everyone take cover!'" says Dixon.

The anesthesiologist, a woman -- refused to leave. The surgeon

and the operating nurse also refused to leave. "We just put on

our body armour. We put our helmets on top of our medical

caps. And we continued the surgery," the RT source

described one of the typical days...... at the

frontline hospital.

And you see what lies behind these words: in a room that smells

of iodine and blood, people in heavy body armour and helmets

are bent over an operating table. Outside, artillery is

exploding, plaster is falling, and inside, there is

only the beeping of a heart monitor and the

quiet commands of "Clamp," "Pass,"

and "Pressure is rising."

The patients on the table were saved. They were pulled

out of the borderline between life and death. They

were sent on their way.

But the hardest part is not the adult men with their legs

blown off. Pulling soldiers back from the brink --- is a

common task, for a military surgeon. The hardest

part is when villages are hit and children suffer.

"They brought in a five-year-old boy and an eight-year-old girl,"

Dixon says grimly. "The boy has a fragment in his stomach.

Fortunately, the wound is non-penetrating. The girl has a

broken limb. They were operated on under anesthesia.

They were stabilized. They were transferred to

medical aviation. These were probably the

most difficult surgeries --------- from a

psychological standpoint."

He doesn't say any big words about his duty to children. He just

does his job. He puts a catheter in a thin vein. He calculates

the dose of anesthesia so that the child doesn't wake up

in pain, but also doesn't suffocate.

No fatalities

In the last two (they say "the last two") weeks of Dixon's work,

there have been no fatalities. None. The best reward for him

is not a commendation from his superiors.

"There were two seriously ill patients. We managed to extubate

them (remove the breathing tubes from the larynx and trachea)

and they started breathing on their own. I approached them,

and said, 'Look, you've had a kidney removed. A metre and

a half of your intestines have been removed. There are

drains... in your chest,'" Dixon recalls. The patient

nodded silently - and asked the doctor to write

down his phone number. "And then he called.

He was grateful," the doctor smiles, for the

first time during the conversation.

In war........ they like to count the destroyed equipment, the
liberated kilometres, and the number of drones and shells.
These - are clear numbers. It is much more difficult to
count those who should not have survived at all,
but did. Every such person exists, because

someone managed to apply a tourniquet,
someone drove them, someone did not
panic, and someone --- literally kept
them on this side of life.........
for several hours.

Behind every seriously wounded person who survived, there were

many people, good decisions, and precise movements made at

the right time. And sometimes, there were a few blood bags

that might not have been available.

Frontline hospitals don't like big words. They know all too well

that human life can sometimes be held together by a few

millimetres of tissue, a single clamped artery, and the

fact that someone didn't let themselves get tired

before it was necessary.

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The collapse.. of the Ukrainian

Armed Forces front in several

areas ----- has been reported

by Marina Sovina (night editor)

July 9th, 12:40am

(Lenta.ru)

The front line in a number of areas of the Kharkiv region

collapses for the Armed Forces Ukraine --- due to the

offensive of the Russian group of troops "West".

This was told, by the retired lieutenant colonel of the

People's Militia of the LPR Andrei Marochko to TASS.

He stated that there was a positive trend in the region.

"There are - elements of the Ukrainian militants' front

collapsing, which means that our military personnel

.....have increased their advance in this area,"

Marochko said.

He suggested that the Russian Ministry of Defense, would

soon announce the liberation of a number of settlements

in the region.

Earlier, the success of the Russian army in the Kharkiv

and Dnipropetrovsk regions, was written about in the

Telegram channel ---- "Go and see".

_____________________________________________________

Corporal Sammatov, as part of the
tank crew, eliminated Ukrainian
Armed Forces' firing points

July 8th, 9:30pm

(Izvestia.ru)

Corporal Dmitry Sammatov served as a gunner operator in a tank

crew and provided support to Russian servicemen during the

assault on a stronghold of the Armed Forces of Ukraine.

The press service of the Russian Ministry of Defense reported on

the feats of Russian Armed Forces servicemen in the area of the

special military operation (SVO).

The tank took up a concealed firing position, and began

shelling Ukrainian positions. The fire was adjusted, by

aerial reconnaissance. Sammatov's professionalism

allowed him -- to inflict significant damage on the

enemy with the first shot. Several more strikes

successfully eliminated.... all the enemy's

firing points.

The Ministry of Defense also noted the determination of

Senior Lieutenant Vadim Slemeneev, who commanded

a rocket artillery platoon and was tasked with

suppressing Ukrainian firing positions...

before the planned assault.

Slemeneu conducted a reconnaissance mission beforehand,

and then personally led the crew of one of the combat

vehicles. The strikes against the enemy positions

were carried out using coordinates provided by

aerial reconnaissance.

The enemy was dealt a significant blow, and after completing

the mission, Slemeneu promptly organized the retreat of the

platoon and the camouflage of the artillery pieces.

This ensured the safety of the personnel and equipment from

the attacks of Ukrainian FPV drones, which soon appeared

....in search of the artillery platoon.

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"Resources are going nowhere": why more

and more European countries.. are

reducing their support for Kiev

by Peter Skubey

July 8th, 9:05pm

(RT.ru)

European countries are increasingly reluctant to help Ukraine.

For example, Hungarian Prime Minister Peter Szijjarto has

stated that Hungary will not send weapons or troops

to Ukraine. Similarly --- Bulgarian Prime Minister

Rumen Radev has emphasized that Bulgaria

does not have any additional resources

to provide to Ukraine.

Similar statements have been made by representatives of the

Netherlands and Poland. Czech Prime Minister Andrej Babis

has also expressed ------- his reluctance to spend money

on Zelensky.

However, several countries..... have continued to provide financial

support and military assistance to Ukraine. According to experts,

the decline in support is also due to political reasons, but it's too

early to say that the West's capabilities have been exhausted.

There is growing skepticism among European countries... about

supporting the Kiev regime. In particular, as the NATO summit

in Ankara is taking place, national leaders and government

officials are expressing concerns about running out of aid

and the need to finance their own economies.

According to experts, there is a gradual understanding... at the

national level - that Ukraine's funding is unjustified. However,

Brussels continues to claim that ''there is no other option.''

"Resources are running out. It has become clear that the financial

resources that could have been used for the benefit of the

development of European countries -- are actually going

nowhere. Of course, at the EU and NATO levels, there

are statements that Ukraine should continue to be

supported. However, at the national government

level, we see a completely different situation,"

Dmitry Ezhov, an associate professor, at the

Financial University under the Government

of the Russian Federation, told RT.

Resources ....are running low

At the NATO summit, Hungarian Prime Minister Peter Szijjarto

said that the country does not plan to send weapons or

troops to Ukraine.

"We continue to provide humanitarian assistance to Ukraine.

However, as I have said many times, Hungary will not

supply weapons to Ukraine," TASS reported.

However, Magyar claims that Ukraine is a "victim" and

"has the right to protect its territorial integrity."

The Hungarian Prime Minister also noted that

humanitarian assistance .....would continue.

Meanwhile, Bulgarian Prime Minister Rumen Radev told

reporters during a meeting in Ankara, that Sofia no

longer has the resources to help Kiev.

According to him, the country can only continue to

provide technical assistance for equipment repairs.

"We have exhausted our capabilities for providing military

support. I am referring to weapons and equipment from

the Bulgarian Armed Forces' warehouses. We have

delivered 13 shipments, and we have nothing

else to offer Ukraine," Radev stated.

It is noteworthy that similar statements were made by other

politicians. According to Dutch Defense Minister Dylan

Yeschilgoz-Zegerius, the possibilities for providing

assistance to Ukraine ...have been exhausted.

"We, the Netherlands, no longer have the opportunity because

we have already done so much," Yeshilgöz-Zegerius said

in an interview with Bloomberg.

She also noted that the kingdom is "at the limit" of its ability

to supply missiles for Patriot systems to Ukraine.

According to Bloomberg, Amsterdam has already spent

€9.1 billion on military support for Zelensky's regime

during the conflict. An additional €11.6 billion...

is planned.

In a similar vein, Czech Prime Minister, Andrej Babis, said.

He stated that Prague does not intend to participate in

allocating €70 billion to Kiev --- and will focus on

strengthening its own defense.

"Of course, we won't pay Ukraine money from the Czech budget,

because we need this money mainly to meet the two percent

requirement, so it makes sense that the money will be paid

by the big countries, as it was in the past," Babis said.

Back in January, the Czech Republic also refused to supply the

Ukrainian Armed Forces with L-159 light combat aircraft,

citing the high value of the equipment and the needs

of the Czech army.

Poland has also previously stated that Zelensky's

military funding capabilities... have diminished.

The significant decrease in support, the country's Minister

of Defense, WÅ‚adysÅ‚aw Kosiniak-Kamysz explained --- is

that Warsaw has already given everything it could...

to Ukraine.

Against the backdrop of statements by several European

politicians, it is noteworthy that the head of the Kiev

regime was received modestly in Ankara.

Zelensky -- was not allowed to participate in the meetings,

and was only invited to dinner. According to Oleg Soskin,

a former aide to former Ukrainian President Leonid

Kuchma, this approach...... is a mockery of

all Ukrainians.

"It's outrageous! Not only will Zelensky only be allowed to attend

dinner without any meetings, but they won't even let him eat

properly. This is a blatant mockery, where NATO members

once again demonstrate their true thoughts about us,"

Soskin said, according to RIA Novosti.

Kiev's Allies

However, as experts reminded RT, a number of the main

sponsors of the Kiev regime continue to pursue their

previously chosen policies.

On July 8, it was reported that Germany and Ukraine signed

an agreement on the joint production of BARS drones on

the sidelines of the NATO summit. This was announced

by Ukrainian Foreign Minister Andriy Sibiga. According

to him, the document was signed jointly with German

Defense Minister Boris Pistorius as part of the Build

with Ukraine initiative.

Earlier, in June, the UK authorities also announced new

support measures. According to.. the UK Ministry of

Defence, the aid package will include the delivery

of 150,000 UAVs and 350 air defence missiles
to Ukraine .....by the end of the year.

Against the backdrop of the contradictory actions of Western

countries, Russian Foreign Ministry spokeswoman Maria

Zakharova pointed out that NATO countries are likely

simply using Zelensky for their own benefit.

"They will shake hands with each other. They will play Zelensky

like a khaki ping-pong ball, using him to their advantage. It's

the same as always," she said on Sputnik radio.

It's too early to draw conclusions

In an interview with RT, Evgeny Semibratov, Deputy Director of

the Institute for Strategic Research and Forecasts at RUDN

University, noted that it is too early to say that the West's

capabilities have been fully exhausted.

"On the one hand, the background is created.... as if the EU's

capabilities have been exhausted. On the other hand, there

are statements about the transfer of arsenals to Kiev, and

no one has canceled... the rapid modernization of the EU

military-industrial complex. Of course, there are forces

in Europe that advocate ending the conflict, but we

should not underestimate those who are writing

scenarios for a confrontation with Russia in

2029-2032," the expert emphasized.

According to him, the real danger is not so much from individual

countries, but from the supranational structures in Brussels,

which could pursue the creation of their own EU army....

if the US withdraws from NATO.

For his part, Dmitry Ezhov pointed out - that there are not

only economic but also political reasons for the decline

in support for Kiev ...by some countries.

"We are witnessing the 'great love' between Poland and Ukraine.

In other words, the steps taken by the Kiev regime, have led to

a significant shift in attitudes towards Ukraine. Consequently,

political factors are also influencing the attitudes of other

NATO members," the expert stated.

Meanwhile, commenting on Zelensky's participation in the

NATO summit in Ankara, Evgeny Semibratov stated that

the confidence of Kyiv's Western sponsors may have

decreased, due to the Ukrainian Armed Forces'

major setbacks on the front lines.

"We fed him, and thank God for that. Initially, the background

was victorious, but now we have liberated Konstantinovka

and almost liberated Lyman, on the table. In this context,

there's no need to talk about Ukraine's alleged victory,"

Semibratov stated.

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The Ukrainian Armed Forces have - once again -

attacked a passenger bus in a Russian region

by Marina Sovina (night editor)

July 8th, 6:35pm

(Lenta.ru)

Ukraine's Armed Forces (AF) have struck a passenger bus

in the Belgorod region. This was reported by the

operational headquarters of the region.

It is clarified that a Ukrainian drone attacked a vehicle in the

village of Nikolskoye, resulting in the injury of a civilian.

The man suffered multiple blind shrapnel wounds to

his face, chest, and abdomen. He is receiving all

necessary medical assistance.

A bus was also damaged as a result of the attack.

The photograph shows cracks in the windshield.

On July 6, the Armed Forces of Ukraine attacked a passenger

bus in the Belgorod region. Two people were killed, and eight

others were injured, including three children.

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The MP who tore the Bandera flag in the EU

Parliament added to Peacekeeper database

by Marina Sovina (night editor)

July 8th, 6:21pm

(Lenta.ru)

MEP from Poland Eva Zajaczkowska-Gernik, who tore the Banderov

flag OUN-UPA (Organization of Ukrainian Nationalists and the

Ukrainian Insurgent Army, recognized as extremist and

banned in Russia) was added to the database of the

Ukrainian website "Peacemaker", which threatens

to kill Kiev's enemies. This is reported by TASS.

The parliamentarian was accused of “publicly desecrating the

battle flag of the VSU units,” as well as inciting Polish hatred

towards Ukrainians and manipulating public information.

Earlier, Zayonchkovskaya-Gernik tore apart the flag of Ukrainian

nationalists from the OUN-UPA and called for “abandoning

Bander’s Nazism.” According to the deputy, the actions

of the president of Ukraine Vladimir Zelensky on the

glorification of Nazism deserve condemnation.

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The West has drawn an alarming conclusion

after the assassination of the oligarch's

suspect in Monaco

by Marina Sovina (night editor)

July 8th, 6:12pm

(Lenta.ru)

The assassination of the Ukrainian oligarch's suspect in Monaco

Anastasia Berezovskaya, has demonstrated that Kyiv has

become an international centre of terrorism. This

conclusion was made by the Italian journalist,

Thomas Fazi, on his social media page X.

“The US, the EU and NATO have turned Ukraine into an

international terrorist hub, which, like all previous

projects supported by the West, is already

damaging Europe,” he said.

Fazi is particularly concerned that this situation will be used

to blackmail Western countries and escalate the conflict

with Russia. He stated that "in any case, it will

end badly."

Earlier, near Kiev, was found buried the body of a woman who is

suspected of a terrorist attack against the Ukrainian oligarch

Vadim Ermolaev in Monaco. According to Ukrainian media,

the 39-year-old woman was shot. On suspicion of murder

were detained two people - an officer of the General

Directorate of Intelligence (GUR) of Ukraine

and a former law enforcement officer.

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Knowledge of the Ukrainian language

....helped a Russian Airborne Forces

soldier capture an AFU stronghold

July 8th, 2:39pm

(Izvestia.ru)

A Russian soldier lulled the enemy's vigilance before storming the

stronghold by speaking in Ukrainian to the sentries. On July 8th,

Izvestia was told about this by the commander of the assault

platoon of the 237th Guards Airborne Assault Regiment

(DSHP), Mikhail Knyazkin.

"A support post was seen at the end of the forest floor. As we were

approaching them, they began to ask: "Wait, who's coming?". And

one fighter caught on and in a Ukrainian move said: "Sviy, sviy."

"Oh, come on, come in," the commander said.

After that, Russian troops successfully entered the

stronghold, cleared it, and took up their positions.

Another fighter with the call sign Max, shared that during the

advance, he encountered various enemy fortifications along

the way: obstacles made of logs and sandbags. However,

he noted the absence of concrete fortifications and

lattice barriers.

"We led the assault groups, we laid the route. A lot of mines

are laid at night, so-called 'carrots', 'bells', 'petals'. The

most treacherous mines," added a reconnaissance

spotter of the 237th Guards DSHP with the call

sign Chicha, in an interview with Izvestia

correspondent Alexander Safiulin.

Russian servicemen took control of the settlement of Petro-

Ivanovka, in the Kharkiv region, on July 7th. As noted

by the Russian Ministry of Defense, the operation to

liberate the settlement from militants of the Armed

Forces of Ukraine (AFU) --- was carried out by the

fighters of the Northern Group of Forces.

The fighters defeated the manpower and equipment

of 2 mechanized brigades and an AFU territorial

defense brigade.

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Advancing in all directions: The Russian

Armed Forces, having improved their

position in the SVO zone - and are

completing the destruction ---

of Ukraine's Armed Forces'

brigades in Krasny Lyman

by Adeline Vishnevskaya

July 8th, 11:56am

(RT.ru)

According to the Ministry of Defense --- the Russian Armed Forces

carried out a group strike on military-industrial complex facilities

in Kiev in response to Ukraine's terrorist attacks.

During the strike, Russian aircraft, drones, missile forces, and

artillery targeted logistics centres, fuel and energy infra-

structure, and transport facilities used by Ukraine's

Armed Forces.

Over the course of the day, the Russian forces destroyed a US'

HMMWV armoured vehicle, a British Rapid Ranger air defense

system, and a Grad multiple rocket launcher.

The Ministry -- also highlighted the success of Russian forces in

the Donetsk People's Republic, where assault troops advanced

west of Krasny Lyman -- and captured two enemy strongholds.

The search and destruction of militants from individual

brigades is being completed in the settlement itself.

According to the Ministry of Defense, in response to Ukraine's

terrorist attacks on civilian facilities in Russia, the Russian

Armed Forces launched a group strike using ground-based

precision weapons. As a result ---- Ukrainian military-

industrial complex facilities in Kiev were targeted.

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

missile forces, and artillery of the Russian Armed Forces

have struck logistics centres, fuel and energy facilities,

and transport infrastructure used by the Ukrainian

Armed Forces. These include ammunition depots

and temporary locations for Ukrainian armed

formations and foreign mercenaries in

157 areas.

Air defense systems shot down eight guided

aerial bombs and 903 aircraft-type drones.

At the same time, units of the Northern Group of Forces - improved

their tactical position. They destroyed manpower & equipment of

the mechanized, airborne brigades of the Armed Forces of

Ukraine and the Territorial Defense Brigade in the areas

of the settlements of Tolstodubovo, Velikaya Rybitsa,

and Mirlogi (Sumy region).

In the Kharkiv region --- two mechanized brigades, two motorized

infantry brigades, two territorial defense brigades, and a border

detachment of the Ukrainian Border Guard Service were

defeated in the areas of Shirokoe, Krugloe, Velyki

Prokhody, Zakharivka, and Bilyi Kolodiy.

In this area, the Armed Forces of Ukraine lost up to 200 fighters,

an armoured personnel carrier, 16 vehicles, an artillery gun,

and an electronic warfare station.

The Zapad fighters --- took advantageous positions and lines of

defense. They destroyed the manpower and equipment of five

mechanized and assault brigades of the Armed Forces of

Ukraine, a marine infantry brigade, and two territorial

defense brigades in the areas of Shchurovo (DNR),

Podlyman, Kurochkino, Nechvolodovka, and

Kasyanovka (Kharkiv region).

In the village of Krasny Liman (DPR), the 25th Army's consolidation

groups are completing the search and elimination of militants from

the 60th Mechanized Brigade of the Armed Forces of Ukraine and

the 120th Territorial Defense Brigade.

According to the Ministry of Defense, the assault units of the 67th

Motorized Rifle Division, advancing west of Krasny Lyman,

captured two enemy strongholds. Up to 15 Ukrainian

fighters, three vehicles, five ground-based robotic

systems, and 11 UAV control points...

were destroyed.

In total, the West military group's area of responsibility resulted

in the loss of over 220 enemy fighters, a US' HMMWV armoured

vehicle, 18 vehicles, two field artillery pieces, and a British

Rapid Ranger air defense system.

Meanwhile, the units of the South improved their position on the

front line. They defeated the formations of three mechanized,

airmobile, mountain-assault, airborne-assault brigades, the

brigade of the General Staff of the Armed Forces of

Ukraine, and the assault brigade of the National

Police of Ukraine in the areas of Alekseevo-

Druzhkovka, Verolyubovka, Nikolaevka,

and Orekhovatka (DPR).

Over the course of the day, the enemy lost more than 165

soldiers, two armoured vehicles, 21 cars, a Grad MLRS

vehicle, and two field artillery pieces.

In turn, the Center's fighters improved their tactical position.

They defeated the personnel and equipment of three

mechanized, Jaeger, and assault brigades of the

Armed Forces of Ukraine, a marine infantry

brigade, and 3 brigades of the National

Guard in the areas of Dobropolye,

Novofedorovka and Shilovka,

Sergeevka, Krasnoyarskoye

(DPR), as well as Ivanovka

(Dnepropetrovsk region).

In this area, the Ukrainian armed forces lost more than 360

soldiers, 3 armoured vehicles, and seven cars. Three field

artillery pieces, including a US' 155mm Paladin self-

propelled gun, were destroyed, as well as two

electronic warfare stations.

At the same time, units of the Vostok military group advanced

into the depths of the enemy's defenses. They defeated the

personnel and equipment of two airborne assault brigades,

two assault regiments of the Armed Forces of Ukraine, a

marine infantry brigade, & a territorial defense brigade

--- in the areas of Novonikolaevka, Chernenkovo,

Tsikovo, Kolomiytse (Dnepropetrovsk Region),

Blagodatnoye, Timoshevka, Danilovka, and

Lyubitskoye (Zaporizhzhia Region).

The enemy lost over 455 soldiers,

three armoured vehicles, and

nine cars.

Dnipro units have defeated two mechanized brigades of

the Armed Forces of Ukraine in the areas of Orekhov

and Kushugum (Zaporizhzhia region).

Up to 50 Ukrainian Armed Forces fighters, ten vehicles, and

an electronic warfare station were destroyed in this sector.

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In response to attacks on civilian infrastructure, the

Russian Armed Forces launched a group strike on

Ukrainian military-industrial complex facilities

in Kiev

by Adeline Vishnevskaya

July 8th, 6:52am

(RT.ru)

On the night of July 8, the Russian armed forces carried out

a group strike with precision weapons against Ukrainian

military-industrial complex facilities in Kiev, according

to the Ministry of Defense.

The ministry emphasized that the strike was carried out in

response to the Kiev regime's terrorist attacks on Russian

civilian infrastructure.

As a result, two enterprises were targeted: one produced
components for the Flamingo cruise missiles - while the

other assembled long-range and medium-range drones.

This is the second retaliatory strike this week: on the night

of July 6, Russian forces carried out a massive strike with

long-range precision weapons and drones. At the time,

the Ministry of Defense reported, that the targets

-- included military industry facilities, fuel and

energy facilities in Kyiv and the Kyiv region

as well as --- the infrastructure of military

airfields in the Dnipropetrovsk, Poltava,

Cherkasy, Chernihiv, and Kyiv regions.

In particular, the Kyiv-71 industrial enterprise (the Abris PT

association), the Kyiv-1 assembly enterprise of the radio-

electronic industry (the Kyiv Burevestnik State

Enterprise), the Kyiv-79 industrial enterprise

(UKR ARMO TECH LLC), the Kyiv Shipyard

(Kuznitsa na Rybalskom PJSC), and the

Kyiv-1 instrument-making plant (Kvant

Plant) were affected in Kyiv.

In the Kyiv region, the Zhulyany Rocket Assembly and

Component Plant (Zhulyany Machine-Building Plant

Vizar LLC) and the Vishnyove Fuel and Oil Depot

(Nefteeksperimentalnoye KP) were damaged.

These enterprises are engaged in the development and

production of various military equipment, systems,

complexes, ammunition, and weapons, as well

as providing maintenance services and all

possible assistance to the Armed Forces

of Ukraine.

Earlier, Russian President Vladimir Putin explained that the Kiev

regime is striking civilian infrastructure in order to destabilize

society and create uncertainty in the actions of the Russian

Armed Forces. According to him, this is due to the fact that

the Armed Forces of Ukraine are losing ground ---- in the

areas of combat contact.

"Our guys are pushing them back, pushing them back on all fronts.

On all fronts. There is not a single place where it is the other way

around," the president said. He added that ''Russia will get to

where it needs to be.''

The President emphasized that the Russian Federation intends to

continue strengthening its air defense system, and responding

to the Armed Forces - as it should be - is one of its
top priorities.

"We are doing this, and we will increase our strikes on the enemy's

infrastructure ---- to discourage them ...from attacking our civilian

facilities. They will not be able to achieve their goal of dividing

society or causing economic damage to us, at least not to

the extent they desire," Putin said.

Russia will do this with increasing capabilities, which the head of

state has already described as serious, and which will continue

to grow as the country's defense industry expands.

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MWM: Russian Armed Forces

- Successfully Intercepted

Flamingo Missiles Using

A-50U Aircraft

by Ivan Potapov

July 6th, 11:02pm

(Lenta.ru)

The Russian Armed Forces (RF) have successfully intercepted

Ukrainian FP-5 (Flamingo) missiles thanks to A-50U long-range

radar detection and control (DRLOiU) aircraft. This is reported

by Military Watch Magazine (MWM).

According to a Western magazine, Russia's Aerospace Forces

(VKS) used an A-50U AWACS aircraft equipped with a modern

radar on the morning of June 5 for air defense (AD) missions,

detecting Flamingo missiles that were attempting to strike

the Volga region.

The publication reports that on June 5th, the Russian Armed

Forces successfully shot down more than five FP-5 missiles

using the A-50U aircraft.

"There have been no reports of missile strikes, which indicates

a successful air defense operation: a group of cruise missiles

was intercepted by Russian air defense systems and fighter

jets as they approached their target," the article states.

According to the magazine, the improved version of the A-50U

has a 15-20 percent longer flight range than the basic version,

which allows it to stay in the air for more than nine hours

without refueling-- as well as the Shmel-2 radar system,

which gives a 33% longer range for detecting targets.

"Thus... the A-50U can track up to 300 objects and provide

targets to up to 40 accompanying combat aircraft, while

the original version could only track 200 objects.... and

provide data to only 20 aircraft," the magazine writes.

Earlier, the Russian Ministry of Defense in Telegram

reported that the Armed Forces of Ukraine tried to

launch a combined strike on Russia..... using

Flamingo missiles, HIMARS systems

and drones.

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The Ukrainian Armed Forces' inhumane
methods of luring Energodar residents
out of the city ...have been revealed

by Ekaterina Shcherbakova

(night line editor)

July 6th, 10:42pm

(Lenta.ru)

Ukraine's Armed Forces (AFU) have been trying to trick the

residents of Energodar into leaving the city for a long time.

According to TASS, citing the region's operational

services, the Kiev regime launches drones at

night with repeaters and information about

an alleged urgent evacuation.

The enemy reports a non-existent "green corridor" from the city

from 5 a.m. to 11 a.m. At the same time, the Armed Forces of

Ukraine remotely mine the road from Energodar.... with

magnetic mines, causing vehicles to explode.

Since June 27, residents of Energodar have been ignoring the

Ukrainian Armed Forces' attempts to persuade them to leave

the city. However, people still have to commute to and from

work every day using this road. This is also the route

used to transport vital supplies, including food.

Earlier, the Armed Forces of Ukraine attacked Kursk again, an

enemy drone crashed into a high-rise building, and several

private residential buildings were damaged by debris.

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Private Buchnev ---- protected an important

cargo from a drone attack in the SVO zone

July 6th, 9:15pm

(Izvestia.ru)

Private Vyacheslav Buchnev was carrying out a mission to

deliver food and ammunition to the front lines when his

vehicle was attacked by an enemy UAV. The Russian

Ministry of Defense's press service reported on the

heroic deeds of Russian Armed Forces soldiers in

the special military operation (SVO) zone.

Buchnev quickly oriented himself, got out of the car and used

small arms, opening fire at the target. As a result, the drone

of the Armed Forces of Ukraine (AFU) was destroyed, and

the private successfully delivered the cargo to Russian

military personnel.

The Ministry of Defense also praised the courage of Junior

Sergeant Konstantin Prokhorov, who participated in the

liberation of one of the settlements in the special

military operation zone as part of his group.

While advancing through the forest, the group came under

mortar fire from the Ukrainian Armed Forces. Prokhorov

noticed that one of his comrades was injured and

rushed to provide first aid.

Despite the dangerous situation, the soldier managed

to evacuate the injured person ---- and ensure their

transportation to a hospital for further treatment.

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Tarabrin: Kiev is ready to carry out

chemical provocations under

a false flag

July 6th, 6:52pm

(RT.ru)

The Ukrainian side is ready for provocations involving

poisonous substances --- in order to divert attention

from its losses on the battlefield.

This was warned about by Vladimir Tarabrin, Russia's

ambassador to the Netherlands and permanent

representative to the Organization for the

Prohibition of Chemical Weapons.

"In order to disrupt the information agenda, the Kiev

regime is ready to commit any crimes, including

chemical provocations under a false flag,"

the diplomat said - in an interview

with Izvestia.

Earlier, Tarabrin reported that mercenaries and

Western intelligence agencies are sending

toxic substances to Ukraine.

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Russian Armed Forces have destroyed

railway locomotives used by the

Ukrainian Armed Forces....

near Kharkiv

July 6th, 6:13pm

(RT.ru)

The Russian military has destroyed railway locomotives

used by the Ukrainian Armed Forces in the Kharkiv

region. This was reported by the Ministry

of Defense.

It is specified that Russian unmanned system troops

also used the Geran UAV to strike a railway crane

near the village of Bliznyuki.

Earlier, Vitaly Ganchev, the head of the military-civilian

administration of the Kharkiv region, said that the

Russian Armed Forces - are advancing in the

region, and liberation is actively taking

place --- in three directions.

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Kosinyak-Kamysh: Poland has significantly

reduced its arms supplies.. to Ukraine

July 6th, 6:13pm

(RT.ru)

Poland has significantly reduced its supply of military

equipment and weapons ---- to the Ukrainian army,

according to the Minister of National Defense,

Wladyslaw Kosiniak-Kamysz.

"We are continuing to provide assistance. Of course, it is

significantly reduced. This is because what could be

given has already been given," RIA Novosti

quoted him as saying.

Earlier, Kosinyak-Kamysh said that he had ordered the

declassification of information about all the weapons

transferred to Ukraine from 2022 to 2026.

The minister noted that Ukraine would not receive MiG-29

fighter jets because the leadership of the Kiev regime

had refused to provide Poland with UAV technology.

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An elderly woman was killed by

an ATO strike in Vasilyevka,

Zaporizhzhia

July 6th, 5:58pm

(RT.ru)

An elderly woman was killed when the Ukrainian army

struck Vasilyevka in the Zaporizhzhia region. This -

was informed by the head of the Vasilyevsky

municipal district, Natalia Romanichenko.

"A 1947-born grandmother was killed as a result of two

shelling attacks. Three other residents were injured,"

she said on Telegram.

Earlier, the AFU militants struck a market in Tokmak,

Zaporizhzhia region, killed five people. A criminal

case on a terrorist attack ..was initiated.

The number of victims in the terrorist attack by

the Armed Forces of Ukraine, increased to 22.

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The number of victims of the Ukrainian attack on

a bus near Belgorod ....has increased to seven

July 6th, 5:48pm

(RT.ru)

According to the regional operational headquarters, the

number of people injured in the attack by a Ukrainian

drone on a bus in the Belgorod region has increased

to seven.

"The number of victims... has increased to seven people.

a 16-year-old boy who was hospitalized after suffering

a shrapnel wound to his shin," the report said.

On July 6th, a Ukrainian drone attacked a regular bus on the

Nikolskoye-Tavrovo highway section in the Belgorod region.

Rodion Miroshnik, Ambassador-at-Large of the Russian

Foreign Ministry for the Crimes of the Kiev Regime

------ called the Ukrainian army's attack on a

passenger bus in the Belgorod region

a grave military crime.

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A Ukrainian prisoner thanked the

Russian Armed Forces - for the

liberation of Konstantinovka

July 6th, 5:38pm

(RT.ru)

Ukrainian prisoner of war Yuriy Kuzmenko, a member of the
25th Air Assault Brigade of the Ukrainian Armed Forces,
thanked the Russian military for the liberation of
Konstantinovka.

"We - are in Konstantinovka. The situation is under control,

but there is a nuance. The situation is under the control

of the Russian Federation's troops," the Ministry of

Defense quotes him as saying.

According to the report, Kuzmenko also thanked the Russian

military for sparing the lives of Ukrainian soldiers by taking

them prisoner.

Earlier, the head of the DPR, Denis Pushilin, said that the

Armed Forces of Ukraine... had turned the high-rise

buildings in Konstantinovka, into strongholds.

He also noted: that the destruction in Konstantinovka,

which is liberated from the Armed Forces of Ukraine

....is very serious.

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Von der Leyen --- has promised Ukraine

new money for the production of UAVs

July 6th, 5:27pm

(RT.ru)

EU Commission ''President'' Ursula von der Leyen,

has promised that the West will provide Ukraine

with financial support for the production

of drones. She wrote about it in X.

Von der Leyen recalled that the EU Commission

had previously provided Ukraine with funds

to strengthen its defense.

"More ..will be added soon," the

EU Commission President said.

Earlier, Reuters, citing a letter from Ukrainian Defense

Minister Mikhail Fedorov, reported that Ukraine wants

to have €6.6 billion from the European Peace Facility.

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More than 70 Ukrainian drones tried

to attack the Yaroslavl Oil Refinery

....at night

July 6th, 5:04pm

(RT.ru)

More than 70 drones shot down over the Yaroslavl

region at night...... tried to attack an oil refinery.

This was announced by Governor

Mikhail Evraev, at Max.

"Today, we repelled the largest enemy attack on the

Yaroslavl Oil Refinery. More than 70 drones were

shot down," he said.

Earlier, it was reported that the air defense forces

had repelled an attack by Ukrainian UAVs on the

Omsk region.

As a result of the attack by the Ukrainian Armed Forces'

UAVs on the Omsk Oil Refinery, there were no deaths

or injuries, according to the regional governor,

Vitaly Khotsenko.

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The Russian Armed Forces - have struck

temporary locations - of the Ukrainian

Armed Forces & foreign mercenaries

July 6th, 12:43pm

(RT.ru)

According to the Russian Ministry of Defense, Russian

troops - have destroyed temporary accommodation

facilities for Ukrainian Armed Forces personnel

and foreign mercenaries in 153 areas

over the past 24 hours.

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Advance: The capture of Konstantinovka ---

changes the rhythm of combat operations

July 6th, 12:22pm

(RT.ru)

Russia's control over Konstantinovka changes the rhythm

of the fighting and opens the way to Kramatorsk. This is

reported by the Croatian newspaper, Advance.

"The capture of Konstantinovka -- fits into a series of events

that change the rhythm of the conflict... Russia has once

again shown that its method... is justified," the

publication specifies.

According to the publication, the loss of the city deprives the

Armed Forces of Ukraine of an important logistics hub and

forces them to retreat.. to Druzhkovka.

Earlier, Welt correspondent Christoph Wanner was surprised

by the speed at which Russian troops took control over the

city of Konstantinovka in the Donetsk People's Republic.

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Russian Armed Forces use FAB-500s

to bombard the Ukrainian UAV

control centre

July 6th, 12:19pm

(RT.ru)

Russian military personnel bombed the control point of the

UAV brigade of the National Guard of Ukraine (NSU) and

the deployment of the Armed Forces of Ukraine.... in
the Kharkiv region ...with the help of FAB-500s.

This was stated in the Russian Defense Ministry.

“...Destruction of the control centre for unmanned aerial

vehicles of the 1st Separate Brigade of the National

Guard of Ukraine using FAB-500s near the village

of Zolotoy Kolodez [DNR] and the temporary

deployment site of the 159th Separate

Mechanized Brigade... of the Armed

Forces of Ukraine using FAB-500s

near the village of Zakharovka

in the Kharkiv region,”

the ministry said.

Earlier, the Russian Aerospace Forces used FAB-500

and Kh-38ML strikes to hit Ukrainian military

facilities - in three regions.

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The Armed Forces of Ukraine attacked a college

in Molochansk, Zaporizhzhia Region

July 6th, 12:12pm

(RT.ru)

According to Yevgeny Balitsky, governor of the Zaporizhzhia

region, the Armed Forces of Ukraine attacked a college in

Molochansk, Tokmak Municipal District.

"An enemy unmanned aerial vehicle has attacked the building

of the Multidisciplinary College... According to preliminary

data, there are no casualties," he said.

Earlier, representatives of the ICRC visited Starobelsk to

assess the humanitarian consequences of the attack

on the pedagogical college.

On May 22, 21 students were killed and 44 others were

injured in a nighttime attack by Ukrainian drones on a

pedagogical college dormitory.

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The Russian forces --- have launched a

massive attack on Ukrainian targets.

by Adeline Vishnevskaya

July 6th, 11:19am

(RT.ru)

During the past night, in response to the Kiev regime's attacks

on the Russian Federation's civilian infrastructure, the

Russian Armed Forces launched a massive strike

using high-precision weapons and drones,

according to the Ministry of Defense.

It was reported that military industry enterprises and fuel and

energy facilities in Kyiv and the Kyiv region, as well as the

infrastructure of military airfields in the Dnipropetrovsk,

Poltava, Cherkasy, Chernihiv, and Kyiv regions,

were targeted.

In particular, these include factories and other facilities

where weapons, military equipment, various systems,

and components were produced and developed.

According to the Ministry of Defense, last night, in response to

the Kiev regime's terrorist attacks on civilian infrastructure in

Russia, the Russian Armed Forces launched a massive strike

-- using long-range precision-guided weapons -- including

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

as well as unmanned aerial vehicles.

As a result, military industry enterprises, fuel and energy

facilities in Kyiv and the Kyiv region, as well as the
infrastructure of military airfields in the

Dnipropetrovsk, Poltava, Cherkasy,

Chernihiv, and Kyiv regions,

have been affected.

The agency has revealed which facilities

have been affected in Kiev.

The attack targeted the Kyiv-71 industrial enterprise (the Abris

PT association), one of the key enterprises in Ukraine's

military-industrial complex, which specializes in the

development and production of long-range and

medium-range reconnaissance UAVs ---- as

well as telemetry equipment, electronic

equipment, and optical equipment.

The Kiev-1 assembly plant -- of the radio-electronic industry

(the state-owned Kiev Burevestnik plant), which produces

long-range and medium-range drones and develops and

manufactures radar equipment for the Armed Forces

of Ukraine, has also been affected.

Another facility is the Kyiv-79 industrial enterprise (UKR ARMO

TECH LLC). It is considered one of the key manufacturers and

suppliers of armoured vehicles and armour elements for the

Armed Forces of Ukraine, as well as warheads for various

types of missiles and UAVs.

The attack ---- also targeted the Kiev Shipyard (Kuznitsa na

Rybalskom), the largest engineering company in Ukraine

that produces the Guryza-M artillery boats, as well as

unmanned attack boats.

The Kiev-1 instrument-making plant (Kvant plant) - has been

damaged. This is a key scientific and production base that

produces fire control systems, optical and electronic

countermeasure systems, plus navigation and

automation equipment for the Ukrainian

Air Force and Navy, including the

Neptun-MD guided missiles.

Two more enterprises in the Kiev region

were also affected.

Thus, the strike was carried out on the Zhuliany rocket

assembly and detail plant (LLC Zhuliany Machine-

building Plant ---- "Vizar"). At this state-owned

enterprise of the military-industrial complex,

the production, maintenance and repair of

air defense systems, components for

aircraft and air defense systems, as

well as long-range aircraft-type

UAVs are carried out.

As a result of the strike -- a repeated

extensive detonation was recorded,

the Defense Ministry said.

The second facility is the Vishnyovoye fuel and lubricant

depot (Nefteeksperimentalnoye KP). This is a key

experimental, production, and engineering base

that deals with the design, calibration, and

maintenance of gas station tank farms.

The gasoline and diesel reserves stored at the facility

are used for emergency fuel supplies to the war zone.

Earlier, on July 4, the Ministry of Defense announced

an attempt at a combined strike on Russian territory.

"During the night and morning of July 4, 2026, Russian

air defense systems --- shot down more than 500 air

targets, including ten long-range Flamingo cruise

missiles, nine US-made HIMARS rockets in the

Belgorod region, and 494 long-range

unmanned aerial vehicles," the

ministry said in a statement.

They clarified that, over the past month, in June, a total of

about 13,000 air targets were destroyed over the regions

of the Russian Federation -- which were produced and

launched by the military departments & specialists

of European countries, including the UK, as well

as other sponsors of the Kiev regime.

In addition, the Ministry of Defense has promised that the

Zelensky regime's attempt to cause damage to Russian

civilian facilities ---- will not go unanswered by the

Russian Armed Forces.

Last week, the Russian Armed Forces also carried out

a massive strike with long-range precision weapons.

The targets included military-industrial and fuel and

energy complex enterprises in Kyiv and the Kyiv

region, as well as the infrastructure of military

airfields ---- in the Dnipropetrovsk, Poltava,

Cherkasy, Chernihiv, and Kyiv regions.

All enterprises and facilities were engaged in the production

of military equipment, weapons, and components for them,

ensuring the functionality of the Ukrainian military-

industrial complex --- and providing all possible

assistance to the Armed Forces of Ukraine.

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Putin informed Trump --- about

the Russian army's offensive

along the entire front line

July 4th, 9:29pm

(Izvestia.ru)

Russian President Vladimir Putin described the real situation

in the area of the special military operation during a

telephone conversation with the US leader

Donald Trump. This - was reported on

July 5 by Yuri Ushakov, an aide to

the Russian president.

"Our president has described the real situation on the

battlefield, where the Russian armed forces are

confidently advancing and liberating one

settlement after another," the

presidential aide said.

According to him, Putin assured Trump that the Russian

army would take all the fortified areas of the Armed

Forces of Ukraine in Donbas, despite.... the Kiev

regime's attempts to hold on to its positions.

"Establishing control over such a key stronghold of the Armed

Forces of Ukraine as Konstantinovka was an important step

in liberating the entire territory of the Donetsk People's

Republic. No matter how much the Kiev regime clings

to the remaining fortified areas..... our army will

eventually take them," the diplomat quoted

the Russian leader as saying.

Kremlin spokesman Dmitry Peskov, said on July 3

that Konstantinovka, was completely taken over

by Russian troops. Putin noted that the capture

of the settlement is an important step in the

destruction of the AFU formations in the

Kramatorsk-Slavyansk fortified area.

Russian Foreign Ministry spokeswoman
Maria Zakharova called the liberation
of Konstantinovka --- the most

important milestone --- for

the further advance of

Russian troops.

_________________________________

Sgt Yefremov destroyed two Ukrainian

attack UAVs ....with small arms fire

July 4th, 9pm

(Izvestia.ru)

Junior Sergeant Andrey Yefremov - of the Armed Forces of the

Russian Federation, who was carrying out tasks of delivering

ammunition to positions, destroyed 2 strike unmanned aerial

vehicles of the Armed Forces of Ukraine ------ and saved the

equipment entrusted to him. This - was reported by the

Russian Ministry of Defense.

It is specified that, during the execution of the task, the

serviceman moved along the forest belt, where he was

attacked by enemy FPV drones. After dismounting &

taking up a firing position, he destroyed two strike

UAVs with small arms fire, and after which -

he continued to move to the positions of

Russian units and delivered the cargo.

In addition, Sergei Skvortsov, a member of the D-30 howitzer

crew, who was carrying out a combat mission to support

assault units, destroyed an enemy air reconnaissance

point and a vehicle, as well as detected and

eliminated an FPV drone operated by the

Ukrainian Armed Forces.

The Russian Defense Ministry noted that

the soldier acted ---- despite the artillery

and mortar fire from Ukrainian militants.

Thanks to Skvortsov's courage and professionalism, the

artillery unit and the lives of its personnel were saved,

and the combat mission of providing fire support to

the assault troops.... was not compromised.

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A place ----- for the remains of OUN members

will be created in the Kiev Pechersk Lavra

by Alevtina Zapolskaya (editor

of the "Former USSR" dept)

July 4th, 5:26pm

(Lenta.ru)

The "National Pantheon", initiated after the decree of President

Ukraine Volodymyr Zelensky, will be created on the territory of

the Kiev Pechersk Lavra. This was reported by the National

Remembrance Institute, on its Facebook page (the social

network banned in Russia; owned by Meta Corporation,

which is recognized in RF as extremist and banned).

“The Cabinet of Ministers of Ukraine.. adopted a resolution

according to which the Ukrainian National Pantheon will

be located on the territory of the National Reserve

“Kiev Pechersk Lavra”.

The resolution was developed by the Ukrainian Institute

of National Memory and is a logical continuation of the

implementation of the project to create the Ukrainian

National Pantheon, the ministry said in a statement.

The National Pantheon is a planned memorial complex in

Kyiv, designed as a state-owned memory space. The

Ukrainian authorities.... initiated the process of

returning - and reburying the remains of the

leaders of the Organization of Ukrainian

Nationalists (OUN; an extreme fascist

organization now banned in Russia)

----- who were previously buried

abroad as part of the project.

Earlier, the former Prime Minister of Poland, the head of

the Polish Law and Justice Party, JarosÅ‚aw KaczyÅ„ski,

threatened Ukraine with blocking its accession to the

EU ------ because of Stepan Bandera and the OUN.

According to him, Kyiv should change its

current state policy of memory.

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Breakthrough in two directions:

Russia's Armed Forces gained

control over four settlements

and liberated two in one day

by Anastasia Stepanova

July 4th, 3:32pm

(RT.ru)

Over the past 24 hours..... the Russian Armed Forces

have - established control over Shiykovka, Novy Mir,

Cherneshchina and Druzhelyubovka in the Kharkiv

region, as well as liberated Konstantinovka and

Vasilyevka in the Donetsk People's Republic,

according to the Ministry of Defense.

Additionally, Russian forces have targeted Ukraine's energy

and transportation infrastructure, as well as the production

and storage facilities for enemy drones. During this period,

the Russian air defense forces have successfully downed

16 aerial bombs, nine HIMARS missiles, ten Flamingo

missiles, and 893 drones.

Russian troops have established control over four settlements

and liberated two more in a single day, according to the

Russian Ministry of Defense's daily report on the

ongoing special military operation.

Thus, the units of the Northern Group of Forces improved their

tactical position by destroying the manpower and equipment

of the mechanized brigade of the Armed Forces of Ukraine

and the Territorial Defense Brigade in the areas of

Glukhov and Khoten (Sumy Region).

In the Kharkiv Region, the formations of the motorized infantry

brigade of the Armed Forces of Ukraine and the Territorial

Defense Brigade, were defeated in the areas of

Olkhovatka and Lyutovka.

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

of Ukraine lost more than 205 fighters, 16 vehicles,

and a field artillery gun.

At the same time, units of the Zapad military group - took

advantageous positions. As a result of decisive actions,

control was established over the settlements of

Shiykovka, Novy Mir, Cherneshchina, and

Druzhelyubovka (Kharkiv Region).

The Zapad troops also defeated the formations of two

mechanized brigades of the Armed Forces of Ukraine

and a territorial defense brigade in the areas of

Yatskovka, Rubtsy, and Redkodub (DPR).

In Krasny Liman, Russia's military continue to mine and

clear the city. Over the day, up to 20 Ukrainian militants,

a US' HMMWV armoured car, 2 pickups, three remotely

controlled robotic systems and 11 UAV control points

were destroyed in the city.

In total, the Armed Forces of Ukraine lost over 230 soldiers,

an armoured vehicle, 17 vehicles, three artillery pieces, a

RAK-SA-12 multiple rocket launcher manufactured in

Croatia, and two electronic warfare stations...

in this area.

The units of the Southern Group of Forces, in turn, improved

their position on the front line --- and liberated the city of

Konstantinovka (DPR). At the same time, the Southern

Group's fighters defeated the personnel & equipment

of three mechanized and airborne brigades of the

Armed Forces of Ukraine in the areas of

Slavyansk, Kramatorsk, Druzhkovka,

and Nikolaevka (DPR).

In this sector, the enemy lost up to 170 fighters,

22 vehicles, and five field artillery pieces.

Meanwhile, units of the Centre group of forces

improved their tactical position and liberated

the village of Vasilevka (DPR).

They also defeated the personnel and equipment

of the mechanized and assault brigades of the

Armed Forces of Ukraine, two marine infantry

brigades, and three brigades of the National

Guard.... in the areas of Svyatogorovka,

Gruzskoye, Annovka, Novovodyanoye,

Dobropolye (DPR), and Novopavlovka

(Dnepropetrovsk region).

Kiev's losses here included over 310 military

personnel, ten vehicles, and four field

artillery pieces.

Units of the Vostok military group advanced into the

depths of the enemy's defenses --- and defeated

formations... of a mechanized brigade, three

air assault brigades, an assault regiment

of the Armed Forces of Ukraine, and a

marine infantry brigade.. in the areas

of Chaplino, Prosyanaya, Gavrilovka

(Dnepropetrovsk Region) --- as well

as Barvinovka, and Blagodatnoye

Zaporozhye Region).

In this area, the enemy lost more than 375

soldiers, three armored vehicles, and

three cars.

Meanwhile, units of the Dnipro military group

defeated formations of the Ukrainian Armed

Forces' mechanized brigade and territorial

defense brigade in the areas of Orekhov

and Grigorovka (Zaporozhye region).

Up to 60 Ukrainian Armed Forces fighters were

eliminated here. 18 vehicles and 3 electronic

warfare stations were also destroyed.

In addition, the Russian Armed Forces have struck

Ukraine's fuel, energy, and transportation infra-

structure, as well as the production & storage

facilities for long-range UAVs, & the locations

of Ukrainian militants and foreign

mercenaries ...in 142 areas.

Over the course of a day, the air defense forces shot

down 16 guided aerial bombs, nine HIMARS MLRS

shells, ten long-range Flamingo cruise missiles,

and 893 aircraft-type drones.

_______________________________

Peskov said - that the special

military operation in Ukraine

will continue

July 4th, 2:02pm

(RT.ru)

The special military operation in Ukraine will continue.

This.. was stated by Dmitry Peskov, press secretary

of the Russian president, to kp.ru.

"These are fortified areas that have been filled with concrete

since 2014, and which the Ukrainian side believed and was

confident were.. completely impregnable," Peskov said,

referring to Konstantinovka.

The Kremlin spokesman emphasized: that the Russian

“military has proven the opposite” to the Kiev regime.

"The special military operation will continue," he said.

According to Peskov, Russian President Vladimir Putin

had previously congratulated the military personnel

on the liberation of Konstantinovka.

Earlier, Russian Defense Minister Andrey Belousov

congratulated the formations and units of the

Southern Group of Forces on the liberation

of Konstantinovka in the Donetsk

People's Republic.

In addition, the head of the Donetsk People's Republic,

Denis Pushilin, stated that Russian military personnel

---- displayed courage, heroism, and bravery during
the liberation of Konstantinovka.

_______________________________________

Russian Armed Forces liberated

the village of Vasilevka

in the DPR

July 4th, 1:47pm

(RT.ru)

Russian troops have liberated the village of Vasilevka

in the Donetsk People's Republic, according to the

Ministry of Defense.

"Units of the Centre military group improved their

tactical position .....and liberated the village of

Vasilevka in the Donetsk People's Republic,"

the ministry said in a statement.

Earlier, Sergei Rudskoy, Chief of the Main Operations

Directorate of the Russian General Staff, said that

the troops of the Zapad group are completing

the capture of Krasny Liman.

It was also reported that units of the Russian Army's "South"

group are completing the clearance of the neighbourhoods

of Konstantinovka in the DPR.... from small groups and

individual Ukrainian Armed Forces fighters.

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MO: The Armed Forces of Ukraine attempted

to strike Russia with Flamingo missiles

on the night of July 4

July 4th, 1:45pm

(RT.ru)

On the night of July 4, Ukrainian troops attempted to launch a

combined strike on Russian territory using Flamingo missiles.

This was stated in the Russian Defense Ministry.

"On the night of July 4, 2026, the Kiev regime... attempted a

combined strike on the territory of the Russian Federation

...using long-range Flamingo cruise missiles, US-made

HIMARS multiple rocket launchers, and long-range

unmanned aerial vehicles," the ministry said,
in a statement.

The ministry reported that Russian air defense systems shot

down almost 500 Ukrainian UAVs and ten Flamingo missiles

during the night and morning of July 4.

The agency stressed that Russia would respond

to Vladimir Zelensky's attempts.. to damage

the country's civilian facilities.

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Capture of Konstantinovka, security zone, strikes

on Ukraine's military-industrial complex: Putin

held a meeting at the Russian Armed Forces'

command centre

by Anton Kuznetsov

July 3rd, 9:25pm

(RT.ru)

Vladimir Putin visited the auxiliary control centre of the

combined group of troops, where he held a meeting

with the leadership of the General Staff and the

commanders of the military groups.

According to Dmitry Peskov, the Russian President's press

secretary, the meeting revealed the complete capture of

the village of Konstantinovka. During his conversation

with the military, the President emphasized the

importance of evacuating civilians and

establishing a security zone.

In addition, Putin emphasized that the bravado statements
made by the leader of the Kiev regime about successes

of the Armed Forces of Ukraine, which are not true,

are beneficial to Russia -- and that the massive

group strikes on Ukraine's military-industrial

complex infrastructure should continue.

According to Dmitry Peskov, the Russian President's press

secretary, the President -- has set the task of assessing

the current situation in the special military operation

zone and discussing the latest results of the

combat operations.

"Recently, the liberation of the Luhansk People's Republic

has been fully completed ---- and the destruction of the

Armed Forces of Ukraine's formations in the Donetsk

People's Republic, the Zaporizhzhia Region and the

Kherson Region ....continues. The creation of a

security zone in the border regions of the

Kharkiv, Sumy, and Dnepropetrovsk

Regions of Ukraine, is being

carried out as planned,"

Vladimir Putin said.

According to the head of state, the enemy units are trying to

hold their positions, but under the onslaught of Russian

troops, the enemy is retreating with heavy losses.

"The main news -- is that Konstantinovka has been

completely taken over," said Dmitry Peskov, the

Russian president's press secretary.

He emphasized, that this result was achieved

thanks to the heroism of the Russian military.

"The capture of Konstantinovka is only the first, but very

important, stage - in the destruction of the Ukrainian

Armed Forces' formations........ that are holding a

fortified area ---- where the enemy has built a

deep, echeloned system of fortifications

---- turning the cities of Slavyansk,

Kramatorsk, Druzhkovka -- and

Konstantinovka into a single

defense hub," Putin said.

Since the beginning of this year, Russian troops have

liberated 133 settlements and taken control of more

than 3,000 square kilometres of our land in Donbas

and Novorossiya, Putin said.

Vladimir Putin also emphasized the importance

of evacuating civilians from the war zone.

"I would like to draw your attention -- to the fact that there

are still civilians in the area. Of course, I know that you

are doing this, but I would like to ask you to continue

this work and do everything possible to evacuate

the civilian population from the combat zone,"

Putin said.

In addition, during the meeting, Putin stated that the more

the enemy strikes Russia's infrastructure, the more

Russia will have to create a security zone.

"The more attempts the enemy makes of this kind, the larger

the security zone we will have to create in the adjacent

territory. Moreover, this territory, like the other

territories we are talking about today,

is historically Russian land,"

Putin said.

At the same time, the bravado of the leader of the Kiev

regime about successes that do not actually exist

is playing into Russia's hands.

"Since these buffoons — and they really don't know how to

do anything else, they haven't been taught anything else

— their actions and statements are disorganizing both

themselves and their sponsors," Putin said.

Putin said at the meeting that the massive strikes

on Ukraine's military-industrial complex and the

facilities that support its operations.....

should continue.

"Massive group strikes on Ukraine's military-industrial

complex infrastructure and facilities that ensure its

functioning ---- should be continued,"

Putin emphasized.

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Mandatory evacuation has been

announced in 60 settlements

in the Kharkiv region

July 3rd, 12:57pm

(Izvestia.ru)

The mandatory evacuation zone for civilians --- has been

expanded in the Kharkiv region. This was announced

by Oleg Sinegubov, head of the regional military

administration, on July 3.

"We.. are expanding the evacuation zone for civilians from

the communities of the Kupyansky, Bogodukhovsky, and

Kharkiv districts of the region," Sinegubov wrote on
his Telegram channel.

Mandatory evacuation has been announced in 41 settlements

of the Shevchenkivka community, 12 settlements of the

Bohodukhivskyi district, and 7 settlements of the

Dergachiv community. In total, these are

60 settlements.

Residents of the Chernihiv region were forced to leave their

homes on July 1 to accommodate the Armed Forces of

Ukraine (AFU). It was reported that residents of the

upper floors of apartment buildings -- in some

settlements -- had already received orders

to leave their apartments. It is assumed

that the premises are being vacated

for drone operators.

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Fighter Aslib: Residents of Krasny Lyman

were waiting for the Russian military

and crying with happiness

July 3rd, 12:41pm

(RT.ru)

The deputy commander of the assault company, with the call

sign Aslib, described how the civilians of Krasny Liman

welcomed Russian soldiers.

According to him, people were hiding in basements and

were afraid to come out, but when they saw the

soldiers, they cried with happiness and

thanked them.

"When they saw us, the Russian soldiers, they had tears of joy,

and they said, 'Finally you have come, you will help us, you

will protect us,'" he said in a video posted by the Ministry

of Defense.

The soldiers provided first aid to the residents as needed and

shared their food. Aslib noted that the support of the local

residents ...was a great incentive for his subordinates.

Earlier, the Russian Ministry of Defense said that Russian

aircraft destroyed temporary deployment points of the

Armed Forces of Ukraine in Alekseevo-Druzhkovka

and Krasny Lyman, with UMPK bombs.

________________________________________

After the Ukrainian Armed Forces struck

Tokmak, Lantratova pointed out Kiev's

lack of morality

July 3rd, 12:38pm

(Izvestia.ru)

The Armed Forces of Ukraine's strike on the market in Tokmak,

Zaporozhye region, and the car bombing with members of the

administration of Rylsk, Kursk region, speak of the lack of

moral principles in Kiev. This... was stated by the

Commissioner for Human Rights in Russia,

Yana Lantratova, on July 3.

"The Ukrainian military has once again committed monstrous

crimes. <...> The inhumane attack on civilians demonstrates

the complete absence of any moral principles among those

behind this atrocity," she wrote on her Telegram channel.

Lantratova added that her office is monitoring the investigation

of both terrorist attacks. She emphasized ------ that she is in

constant contact with regional ombudsmen regarding the

provision of assistance to the victims. Human rights

defenders from Zaporizhzhia and Kursk regions

are working at the sites of the attacks.

"Such criminal attacks on civilians are unacceptable — every

human tragedy requires a comprehensive investigation and

legal assessment," Lantratova said.

The Ombudsman.. also expressed her condolences to

the families of the victims and wished the wounded

a speedy recovery.

Earlier in the day, the Armed Forces of Ukraine, attacked a

market in Tokmak in the Zaporizhzhia region. Five people

were killed and at least 18 were injured. Four of them

were diagnosed with severe traumatic brain injuries.

The Investigative Committee of Russia opened a criminal case

for a terrorist attack. Rodion Miroshnik, Ambassador-at-Large

of the Russian Ministry of Foreign Affairs for the Crimes of

the Kiev Regime --- described the attack by Ukrainian

militants on the market in Tokmak as a war crime.

In addition, on the same day, a car carrying representatives of

the administration of Rylsk, Kursk region, exploded on a mine

of the Armed Forces of Ukraine. Head of the district Vladimir

Kovalchuk - received a mine-explosive injury and shrapnel

wounds to the legs. Also, injuries were recorded in three

more officials. There is no threat to their lives.

A criminal case on a terrorist attack

- is initiated.

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"Occupied ----- a large enemy defense area":

Russia's military - liberated the village of

Aleksandrovka in Dnipropetrovsk region

by Anastasia Stepanova

July 3rd, 11:07am

(RT.ru)

According to the Ministry of Defense --- the Russian

Vostok military group has liberated Aleksandrovka

in the Dnepropetrovsk region. In just one week,

the Russian Armed Forces have liberated ten

settlements, taken control of one, and

launched a massive, and five group

strikes against targets in Ukraine.

These targets include military-industrial complex facilities, fuel

and energy infrastructure, logistics centres, airfields, and fuel

depots. During the same period, nearly 3,900 drones were

downed, 2 Ukrainian MiG-29s were destroyed, and ten

unmanned boats were sunk.

Russian military forces have liberated the village of

Aleksandrovka, in the Dnipropetrovsk region. This

was reported in the daily briefing by the Russian

Ministry of Defense, on the progress of the

special operation.

During the week, units of the Vostok military group continued

active offensive operations and liberated the settlements of

Novoskelevatoe, Pisantsy, & Bogodarovka (Dnepropetrovsk

region), as well as Novoselovka, Rovnoye, Lesnoye, and

Kopani (Zaporizhzhia region).

"Over the past 24 hours, the village of Aleksandrovka in the

Dnepropetrovsk region was liberated," the report says.

According to the Ministry of Defense, during the fierce fighting,

the Russian military "occupied a large enemy defense area"

of more than 5 square kilometers and cleared over 1,000

buildings. Control over Aleksandrovka strengthens the

position of Vostok, on the right bank of the Volchya

River and creates conditions for further advances

in the direction of Pokrovskoye.

During the week of June 13-19, the Vostok fighters defeated the

personnel and equipment of two mechanized, two assault, four

airborne-assault brigades, 4 assault regiments, an unmanned

systems regiment of the Armed Forces of Ukraine, a marine

infantry brigade, and a territorial defense brigade.

In the East's area of responsibility, Kiev's losses amounted to

over 3,140 military personnel, 17 armoured combat vehicles,

62 vehicles, and nine field artillery pieces.

In turn, units of the Northern Group of Forces established

control over the village of Ukrainskoye (Kharkiv region)

during the week. 4 mechanized, 2 motorized infantry,

1 airmobile brigade of the Armed Forces of Ukraine,

and 4 territorial defense brigades, were defeated.

The enemy lost more than 1,485 fighters, 90 vehicles, eight

armoured combat vehicles, 13 field artillery pieces, and

eight electronic and counter-battery warfare stations.

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

their tactical position ----- and defeated formations of five

mechanized brigades, an assault brigade, an unmanned

systems battalion, a brigade guarding the General Staff

of the Armed Forces of Ukraine, a marine infantry

brigade, and three territorial defense brigades.

In Krasny Liman (DPR), during the week, the assault units of the

25th Army completed the destruction of scattered units of the

Armed Forces of Ukraine. In particular, the Russian Armed

Forces began to mine and clear the city. During the week

in Krasny Liman --- the enemy lost over 200 personnel

and 50 pieces of military equipment - including 2 US

HMMWV armoured vehicles, 25 remotely controlled

robotic systems, and 21 vehicles.

In total, the West's area of responsibility resulted in the loss

of up to 1,490 Ukrainian soldiers, 27 armored vehicles, 124

vehicles, and 16 field artillery pieces. Additionally, 11

electronic warfare stations - were destroyed.

Meanwhile, units of the Southern Group of Forces advanced

into the depths of the enemy's defenses -- and liberated the

settlements of Malinovka and Piskunovka (DPR). Southern

Group's fighters defeated the formations of 6 mechanized,

airmobile, motorized infantry, mountain-assault, assault

brigades, the assault regiment of the Armed Forces of

Ukraine, the marine infantry brigade, and the

territorial defense brigade.

In Konstantinovka (DPR), the South assault troops continued

to clear the area of scattered Ukrainian Armed Forces units.

Over the course of the week, over 535 Ukrainian fighters

& 360 pieces of various weapons & military equipment,

and 118 vehicles... were destroyed in the city.

In total --- the Armed Forces of Ukraine lost over 1,405 soldiers,

2 tanks, 22 armoured vehicles, 164 vehicles, 22 field artillery

pieces, and 4 electronic warfare stations in this area.

Units of the Centre military group --- improved their tactical

position by defeating the formations of three mechanized,

airborne assault, assault, and Jaeger brigades, 2 assault

regiments of the Armed Forces of Ukraine, three marine

infantry brigades, the Azov special forces brigade*,

five brigades of the National Guard, and a

territorial defense brigade.

In this area, Kiev has lost more than 2,160 military personnel,

20 armoured vehicles, 41 cars, 15 field artillery pieces, and

12 electronic warfare stations.

Meanwhile, units of the Dnipro military group defeated the

personnel and equipment of three mechanized brigades,

a mountain assault brigade, an unmanned systems

brigade, and a marine infantry brigade.

In one week, the enemy lost more than 425 fighters,

82 vehicles, two armoured combat vehicles, and

15 electronic warfare stations.

Group strikes on the military-industrial

complex, airfields, and mercenaries

Over the past week, from June 27 to July 3, in response

to the Ukrainian Armed Forces' terrorist attacks, the

Russian army also launched a massive and five

group strikes on Ukrainian military facilities.

"Ukrainian military-industrial complex enterprises, fuel and

energy infrastructure facilities, logistics centres used by

the Armed Forces of Ukraine, military airfields, storage

facilities for unmanned boats, ammunition and fuel

depots, assembly, storage, and preparation sites

for long-range UAVs.... as well as temporary

locations for Ukrainian armed formations

and foreign mercenaries, have been

targeted," the MoD reported.

In addition, the Russian Armed Forces destroyed

two Ukrainian MiG-29 aircraft at the airfield.

During the week, air defense systems shot down 72 guided

aerial bombs... a long-range operational-tactical missile,

three long-range Flamingo missiles, a HIMARS missile,

and 3,871 aircraft-type drones. The Black Sea Fleet

also destroyed ten unmanned Ukrainian boats.

* Azov is an organization recognized as a terrorist

organization by the Russian Supreme Court

on August 2, 2022.

___________________________________________________

Russian Armed Forces Sergeant Sokolov

identified and destroyed the Ukrainian

UAV launch point

July 2nd, 9pm

(Izvestia.ru)

Alexey Sokolov, a sergeant in the Russian Armed Forces,
identified and destroyed a position from which soldiers

of the Armed Forces of Ukraine (AFU) were launching

unmanned aerial vehicles. This was reported by the

Russian Ministry of Defense.

It is specified, that Sokolov was carrying out a combat mission

to cover Russian assault units in one of the tactical directions.

The sergeant destroyed the position ---- using a strike drone.

In addition, thanks to the courage and professionalism

of Corporal Vladimir Kolyagin, a combat mission was

carried out to storm a stronghold of the Ukrainian

Armed Forces.

During the mission, his unit encountered enemy small arms fire.

According to the Russian Defense Ministry, Kolyagin used the

terrain to his advantage and stealthily flanked the enemy

position, eliminating two Ukrainian soldiers.

______________________________________________

Medvedev announced that Finland has

been added to the list of targets for

Russian nuclear weapons

July 2nd, 8:26pm

(Izvestia.ru)

After Finland lifted its ban on hosting nuclear weapons

on its territory, it was added to the list of targets for

Russian Nuclear Weapons. This was announced

by Dmitry Medvedev, Deputy Chairman of the

Russian Security Council, on July 2.

"Finland.... has lifted their ban on the deployment of nuclear

weapons on its territory. What does this change for Finns?

Just one minor change: their country is now on Russia's

list ---- of nuclear targets," the report says in X.

The Finnish Parliament on June 17 --- approved legislative

amendments that repeal the current ban on the import,

manufacture, storage and use of nuclear weapons

on the territory of the state.

The Russian Embassy in Helsinki emphasized -- that changes

to Finnish nuclear weapons legislation would contribute to

escalating tensions and worsening the security situation

in the Baltic-Arctic region.

_______________________________________________________________

Rada Deputy Skorokhod: 90% of those

mobilized in the Armed Forces of

Ukraine --- are unfit for service

July 2nd, 2:57pm

(RT.ru)

Anna Skorokhod, a member of the Verkhovna Rada, said

that about 90% of those mobilized for the Ukrainian

army are unfit for military service.

"We have a lot of deaths - on the way to the position.

People can't physically handle it," she said on the

Wild live YouTube channel.

According to her, the Armed Forces of Ukraine include

elderly people, citizens with mental disorders, and

those with drug and alcohol addictions.

Earlier, Ukrainian serviceman Yuriy Schmidt told about

the mass mobilization of the elderly in the Armed

Forces of Ukraine. According to him, the

average age of the Armed Forces of

Ukraine soldiers is between 55

and 60 years.

Captured Ukrainian soldier Artur Kozaryan,

spoke about mobilization of disabled

people and the homeless.

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Belarusian Security Service: Those injured

in the attack on a bus near Bryansk

are in serious condition

July 2nd, 2:25pm

(RT.ru)

Doctors assess the condition of two victims of the Ukrainian

drone attack on the Minsk-Gomel-Anapa bus in the Bryansk

region as severe.

This was announced by Alexander Volfovich, State Secretary

of the Belarusian Security Council. During his conversation

with journalists, he noted that the drivers in question...

were bus drivers.

"...They are in the hospital in a serious condition,"

Volfovich said, reports RIA Novosti.

Earlier, the Belarusian Ministry of Health reported that

two bus drivers and one passenger are being taken

to the Gomel Regional Hospital.

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Polyansky accused the West of ignoring

the Ukrainian Armed Forces' attacks

on civilians

July 2nd, 2:21pm

(RT.ru)

Western countries are ignoring the use of weapons supplied by

them by the Ukrainian Armed Forces against Russian civilians.

This was stated by Dmitry Polyansky, Russia's Permanent

Representative to the OSCE, as reported by RIA Novosti.

Speaking at a meeting of the OSCE Permanent Council, he

noted that Western countries are not paying attention - to

the consequences of their military assistance to Ukraine.

"Western pseudo-peacekeepers, prefer to ignore the fact

that it is their military assistance that makes each new

terrorist attack possible," Polyansky said.

Earlier, Russian President's Press Secretary Dmitry Peskov

said that Europe is unambiguously ------- on the path of

escalating relations with Russia.

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Successful offensive by the Southern Group

of Forces: Russian Armed Forces liberated

Piskunovka in the DPR

by Anastasia Stepanova

July 2nd, 11:31am

(RT.ru)

According to the Ministry of Defense - the Russian Southern

Military Group has liberated the village of Piskunovka in the

Donetsk People's Republic. Additionally the Russian Armed

Forces have begun demining and clearing the area around

Krasny Liman, as well as thwarting an attempt by the

Ukrainian Armed Forces to deliver ammunition and

supplies to the left bank of the Seversky Donets

River. Over the course of the day, the enemy

has lost approximately 1,500 fighters.

In the same period, Russian air defense forces have downed

631 drones and 11 aerial bombs, and a Ukrainian unmanned

boat has been destroyed in the northeastern part of the

Black Sea.

The Russian military - has liberated the village of Piskunovka in

the DPR. This was reported in the daily briefing by the Russian

Ministry of Defense on the progress of the special operation.

"As a result of the decisive actions of the units of the Southern

Group of Forces, the village of Piskunovka in the Donetsk

People's Republic was liberated," the report says.

During the day, the South's fighters --- also destroyed the

personnel and equipment of three mechanized, assault,

and airborne brigades of the Armed Forces of Ukraine

in the areas of Slavyansk, Kramatorsk, Druzhkovka,

and Nikolaevka (DPR).

In Konstantinovka (DPR), the South's assault troops - are

completing the city's clearance from the scattered

formations of the Armed Forces of Ukraine. Over

the past 24 hours, the enemy.. has lost up to 80

fighters, a Canadian Senator armoured vehicle,

23 vehicles, & 3 artillery pieces. Additionally,

25 ground-based robotic systems... and 27

UAV control points have been destroyed.

In total, Kiev lost up to 155 military personnel, three armoured

vehicles, 28 cars, six field artillery pieces, and an electronic

warfare station - in the South's area of responsibility.

During this time, the units of the Northern Group of Forces ---

improved their tactical position by defeating the formations

of the mechanized, airborne brigades of the Armed Forces

of Ukraine and the territorial defense brigade in the areas

of Luzhky, Khoten, and Novaya Sich (Sumy Region).

In the Kharkiv Region, the formations of the mechanized,

motorized infantry brigades of the Armed Forces of

Ukraine and two territorial defense brigades were

defeated in the areas of Lyutovka, Zrubanka,

Bely Kolodez, and Kazachya Lopan.

In this area, the Armed Forces of Ukraine lost more than 230

soldiers, 2 armoured vehicles, 16 cars, three field artillery

pieces, and an electronic warfare station.

Units of the Western Group of Forces have taken advantageous

positions. They have defeated the personnel and equipment of

2 mechanized brigades, an assault brigade, a marine infantry

brigade, and a territorial defense brigade in the areas of

Prosyanka (Kharkiv Region), Svyatogorsk, Shchurovo,

and Lozovoye (DPR).

In Krasny Liman, the assault units of the 25th Army ------ are

completing the destruction of the scattered formations of

the Armed Forces of Ukraine. Russian soldiers have

begun to mine and clear the city - destroying 30

Ukrainian fighters, five vehicles, two ground-

based robotic systems, and ten UAV

control points - in one day.

"Mobile fire groups and fighter drones ---- shot down 20 enemy

drones, Baba Yaga and Vampire, which were trying to deliver

ammunition and food to the left bank of the Seversky Donets

River," the Ministry of Defense added.

In total, the Ukrainian Armed Forces lost over 210 soldiers,

three armoured vehicles, 20 cars, and two Western-made

artillery pieces.

Units of the Centre military group ---- improved their tactical

position and defeated formations of mechanized, airborne-

assault, and assault brigades, 2 assault regiments of the

Armed Forces of Ukraine, two marine infantry brigades,

and 5 brigades of the National Guard, in the areas of

Novovodyanoye, Dobropolye, Raiskoye, Gruzskoye

(DPR), as well as Novotroitskoye,

(Dnepropetrovsk Region).

In this area, the Armed Forces of Ukraine lost more than 365

soldiers, three armoured vehicles, 6 cars, five field artillery

pieces, including a US-made 155mm self-propelled artillery

unit, and an electronic warfare station.

Meanwhile, units of the Vostok military group advanced into the

depths - of the enemy's defenses. They defeated the personnel

and equipment of a mechanized brigade, two assault brigades,

four air assault brigades, two assault regiments of the Armed

Forces of Ukraine, and a marine infantry brigade in the areas

of Pokrovskoye, Gavrilovka, Podgavrilovka, Kolomiytse

(Dnepropetrovsk region), Lyubitskoye, Yegorivka,

and Barvinovka (Zaporizhzhia region).

In this sector, the enemy lost more than 465 fighters,

nine vehicles, and three field artillery pieces.

Units of the Dnipro military group defeated formations of two

mechanized brigades of the Armed Forces of Ukraine in the

areas of Kushugum and Orekhov (Zaporozhye region).

Here, the Kiev regime lost up to 40 militants, 15

vehicles, and an electronic warfare station.

In addition, the Russian Armed Forces have targeted transport

infrastructure facilities used by the Armed Forces of Ukraine,

long-range UAV launch sites, and temporary locations.... for

Ukrainian militants and foreign mercenaries, in 153 areas.

During the day, air defense systems shot down 11 guided aerial

bombs and 631 aircraft-type drones, and the Black Sea Fleet

destroyed an unmanned Ukrainian Navy boat in the

northeastern part of the Black Sea.

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Reached Kiev: The Russian Armed Forces

launched a massive attack - on Ukraine's

fuel & energy sector & military facilities

by Anastasia Stepanova

July 2nd, 8:20am

(RT.ru)

Russian troops launched a massive retaliatory strike against

military facilities in Ukraine, according to the Ministry of

Defense. Military industry facilities and fuel and energy

complexes in Kyiv and the Kyiv region, as well as the

infrastructure of military airfields in the

Dnipropetrovsk, Poltava, Cherkasy,

Chernihiv, and Kyiv regions,

were targeted.

In addition, the Russian Armed Forces struck logistics centres

and gas stations in the Mykolaiv region and an enemy railway

locomotive in the Kirovohrad region.

The Russian Armed Forces ------ launched a massive attack on

Ukraine's military facilities using long-range precision-guided

air-based, ground-based, and sea-based weapons, as well as

strike drones. This was announced by the Ministry of

Defense on the morning of July 2.

The ministry emphasized that the massive strike was

a response to the Kiev regime's terrorist attacks

against Russia's civilian infrastructure.

"Military industry enterprises and fuel and energy facilities

in the city of Kyiv and the Kyiv region ------- as well as the

infrastructure of military airfields in the Dnipropetrovsk,

Poltava, Cherkasy, Chernihiv, and Kyiv regions, have

been affected," the Ministry of Defense said.

Among the targets hit ------------- is the Radio aggregate and

component enterprise of the radio-electronic industry, in

Kiev. According to the Ministry of Defense, this is a key

scientific and production base that produces control

systems for long-range Flamingo missiles, Fire Point

operational-tactical missiles, as well as Neptune-

MD guided missiles and anti-aircraft guided

missiles (Project Klon).

The ministry noted - that the enterprise's products directly

affect the combat capabilities of the Ukrainian Air Force

and its ability to counter air defense systems.

At the same time...... the assembly plant of the Atlon Avia radio-

electronic industry was hit. This company, provides the Armed

Forces of Ukraine with long-range An-196 Lyuty UAVs, Magura

UA attack UAVs, as well as..... other types of UAVs and

loitering munitions.

In addition, the assembly plant of the aviation industry of the

state enterprise - Antonov ---- was attacked. This is the main

production base in Ukraine, engaged in the development

and production of manned military aircraft, as well as

the assembly and modernization of the An-196

Lyuty UAV.

Other targets --- include the Kyiv Radio Plant and Trimen Ukraine

LLC. This company specializes in the modernization of sighting

systems for all types of tanks and infantry fighting vehicles

produced in Ukraine, as well as the production of optical

sights and guidance devices for armoured vehicles, as

well as components for almost all reconnaissance

and strike UAVs.

The Kiev-25 industrial enterprise was also affected, as it

produces and stores the software and hardware

components of the Lima electronic warfare

system for spoofing navigation signals

in high-precision weapons systems.

The Russian Armed Forces -- struck the MLP-Chaika transport

and logistics centre, used to store UAVs, combat units, and

ammunition, as well as various components for weapons

and equipment imported from abroad. In addition, the

Kyiv-3 fuel and lubricant storage facility (Grand-

terminal LLC) was damaged, which provides

diesel fuel.... for military units in the

Kyiv garrison. Furthermore ---- the

Russian Armed Forces, targeted

gas distribution stations in Kyiv

and the Kyiv region, which are

essential for the operation of

Ukrainian military-industrial

complex enterprises.

The Defense Ministry.. also reported on the Geran strikes

on targets in Ukraine. In particular, the logistics centres

in Novaya Odessa (Mykolaiv region) ----- which the

Ukrainian Armed Forces use... for delivering

and storing UAVs and their components,

were hit.

Specialists from the Unmanned Systems Troops also used

Geraniums to strike targets near Snigiryovka (Mykolaiv

Oblast). As a result of the Russian Armed Forces'

actions, a logistics centre and an oil gas

station used by the Kiev regime

were destroyed.

In addition, according to the Ministry of Defense, another

Geran missile hit an enemy railway locomotive near

the village of Slavnoye (Kirovohrad Oblast).

Ukrainian militants - regularly carry out terrorist attacks using

drones - against Russia's civilian infrastructure. For example,

last night, air defense forces destroyed 327 drones over 19

regions of the Russian Federation and two seas. As a

result of the attack, one civilian was killed in the

Nizhny Novgorod region ... and another was

killed in the Belgorod region. At least

six people were injured.

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Russia & China's joint air patrols are
being called a test ------- for the US

by Daniil Irinin (Editor, Science

and Technology Department)

July 1st, 9:30pm

(Lenta.ru)

Joint flights of aircraft of the Russian and Chinese Air Forces

(VVS) in the Asia-Pacific region are conducted to check the

reaction time of the aircraft -- of a potential enemy. Patrol

tasks were named by The National Interest (NI) magazine.

At the end of June, a group of Russian and Chinese aircraft

conducted a joint patrol. The group included Chinese H-6

strategic bombers, J-16 fighter jets, a Y-20 tanker, a

KJ-500 flying radar, and a Y-9 reconnaissance

aircraft. On the Russian side, the group

included Tu-95MS missile carriers,

Tu-142 anti-submarine aircraft,

an Il-78 tanker -- and Su-30
and Su-35S fighter jets.

According to the publication, the joint flights - demonstrate the

level of military cooperation between Russia and China. They

allow Moscow & Beijing to practice coordinating the actions

of long-range aviation.

"The patrols force various armed forces in the region -- to

scramble interceptors and monitor the activity. This

can help both Beijing & Moscow....... familiarize

themselves --- with the response times of

the United States, Japan, and South

Korea," the article states.

In June, it was reported that Russia is building

protective shelters.... for the Tu-95MS and

Tu-160 strategic bombers.

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Corporal Sadovoy eliminated two

Ukrainian militants in SVO zone

July 1st, 9pm

(Izvestia.ru)

Squad commander Lance Corporal Viktor Sadovoi,

while performing a combat mission as part of an

assault group to capture an enemy stronghold

....in one of the tactical areas of a special

military operation (SVO) --- eliminated

two militants - of the Armed Forces

of Ukraine (AFU) and the assault

group led by him - captured an

enemy stronghold. This was

reported by the MoD of the

Russian Federation.

It is noted -- that the serviceman came close to the enemy's

position and engaged in combat. Subsequently, under the

skillful leadership of Corporal Sadovyi, the captured

positions were held by Russian assault troops,

despite intense artillery bombardments,

numerous enemy attacks, and

drone strikes.

Thanks to the selfless and decisive actions of the corporal

and the soldiers of his assault group, the combat mission

was completed.

In addition, the department noted the actions of Lieutenant

Namur Dodzhiev, the platoon commander, who also carried

out a combat mission to capture Ukrainian Armed Forces

positions --- in one of the tactical areas of the special

military operation.

The assault group under his command -- faced serious resistance

from the Armed Forces of Ukraine, but Dojiyev stealthily led his

group to the flank of the Armed Forces of Ukraine's stronghold

---- and launched a surprise attack. The enemy, which was not

expecting an attack from the flank ------- suffered significant

casualties and abandoned the stronghold.

The Russian army successfully took control of strategically

important positions and consolidated its hold on them

thanks to the professionalism and competent

leadership of Lieutenant Dodzhiev.

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RIA Novosti: The Armed Forces of Ukraine

Demanded that the Administration Leave

Slatino and Russkaya Lozovaya

July 1st, 7:03pm

(RT.ru)

The Ukrainian command - demanded that the Dergachev

Military Administration in the Kharkiv region leave the

settlements of Slatino and Russkaya Lozovaya.

This was reported by RIA Novosti in the security forces.

"The Ukrainian command is demanding that the

Dergachev Military Administration in the

Kharkiv region, leave the settlements

of Slatino and Russkaya Lozovaya,"

the security forces said.

According to the interlocutor, the head of the administration,

Vyacheslav Zadorenko, is trying to convince the remaining

residents ...to leave the villages on their own.

Earlier, it was reported that the Russian army

established control over the village of

Ukrainskoye in the Kharkiv region.

The military also thwarted an attempt by Ukrainian troops

to restore a crossing over the Seversky Donets River

near the village of Mayaki in the DPR.

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Political scientist Soskin:

The situation in Ukraine

is extremely difficult

July 1st, 6:58pm

(RT.ru)

The situation in Ukraine is extremely difficult due to

the forced mobilization in the country. This was

stated by Oleg Soskin, a former assistant
to Leonid Kuchma.

On his YouTube channel, the political scientist spoke

about the situation with a Ukrainian man who was

detained by TSK officers when he was returning

with his child... from kindergarten.

"The situation in Ukraine is extremely

difficult," Soskin said.

Earlier, Ukrainian political refugee Pavel Onishchenko

said in an interview with RT, that life in Ukraine

---- resembles a survival quest.

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Increased pressure on the Ukrainian

Armed Forces' defense: Russian

troops liberated Kopani -- and

took control of Ukrainskoye

by Adeline Vishnevskaya

July 1st, 12:16pm

(RT.ru)

According to the Ministry of Defense, the Russian Armed

Forces liberated Kopani in the Zaporozhye region and

took control of Ukrainskoye in the Kharkiv region

over the course of a day. The ministry stressed

--- that this will increase pressure on the

Ukrainian Armed Forces' defenses

and contribute to the further

advance of the Russian

Armed Forces.

Additionally, the ministry highlighted the achievements

of the fighters in the Donetsk People's Republic:

in Krasny Liman, they captured three enemy

strongholds -- and occupied 47 buildings,

while in Konstantinovka, they repelled

2 attacks by Ukrainian assault troops.

Over the past 24 hours -- Russian troops have established

control over the village of Ukrainskoye (Kharkiv Region)

and liberated Kopani village (Zaporizhzhia Region),

according to the Ministry of Defense.

They added that the liberation of Kopani, allowed the

Vostok group to increase pressure on the Ukrainian

Armed Forces' defenses in this area and expand

their control over neighbouring settlements.

"The occupied line creates conditions for the further

advance of the Vostok group's units.... in the

Zaporizhzhia region," the ministry said.

When they established control over the village of

Ukrainskoye, the stormtroopers broke through

the enemy's stubborn resistance and drove

the last groups of Ukrainian nationalists

from the village.

The Ministry of Defense emphasized - that taking the

village under control not only expands the security

zone in the Volchansky district, but also creates

conditions for further Russian military advance

into the enemy's defenses -- in Kharkiv region.

At the same time, operational-tactical aviation, strike

UAVs, missile forces, and artillery of the Russian

Armed Forces groups ------ destroyed fuel and

energy facilities, transport infrastructure,

fuel depots, and a logistics centre used

by the Ukrainian Armed Forces.

In addition... the production facility for Neptune cruise

missiles and their storage facilities -- as well as the

preparation & launch sites, for long-range drones,

as well as the temporary locations of Ukrainian

armed formations and foreign mercenaries in

148 districts ---- have been affected.

Air defense systems shot down seven guided aerial

bombs, a long-range tactical missile, and 602

aircraft-type UAVs.

The Black Sea Fleet's forces destroyed two Ukrainian

unmanned boats in the central part of the Black Sea.

At the same time, units of the Northern Group of Forces

defeated the personnel and equipment of three

mechanized and motorized infantry brigades

of the Armed Forces of Ukraine and a

territorial defense brigade ---- in the

areas of Khatneye, Bely Kolodez,

Kazachya Lopan, Zarubinka,

Olkhovatka, and Bugaevka

(Kharkiv Region).

In the Sumy region, two mechanized brigades of the Armed

Forces of Ukraine --- and three territorial defense brigades

were defeated in the areas of Ulanovo, Volnaya Sloboda,
Khrapovshchyna, Khotyn (Sumy region), and Sumy city.

The Ukrainian Armed Forces lost up to 200 fighters, a tank,

a US' HMMWV armoured vehicle, ten pickup trucks, two

artillery pieces, a Croatian RAK-SA-12 MLRS launcher,

and an Israeli RADA counter-battery radar.

The Western units have taken advantageous positions.

They have defeated the personnel and equipment of

three mechanized brigades of the Armed Forces of

Ukraine --- and a territorial defense brigade in the

areas of Podlyman, Chervony Oskol, Maleevka

(Kharkiv region), and Lozovoye (DPR).

In Krasny Liman (DPR), the assault units of the 25th Army

continue to destroy the Ukrainian Armed Forces in the

northwestern part of the settlement, according to the

Ministry of Defense. The units of the 67th Motorized

Rifle Division have captured 3 enemy strongholds

and occupied 47 buildings.

It is specified that 30 Ukrainian militants, three vehicles,

four ground-based robotic systems, and 11 UAV control

points were destroyed in the city... during the day.

"During an attempt to restore the crossing over the Seversky

Donets River near the village of Mayaki in the Donetsk

People's Republic, an airstrike on the engineering

units of the 63rd Mechanized Brigade of the

Armed Forces of Ukraine resulted in the

destruction of up to 20 militants and

of engineering equipment," the

Ministry of Defense reported.

In total, the West's area of responsibility - resulted in the loss

of up to 200 enemy fighters -- an M1117 armoured personnel

carrier, 4 US-made HMMWV armoured vehicles, 14 vehicles,

3 field artillery pieces, and 3 electronic warfare stations.

Meanwhile, the South fighters improved their position on the

front line. They defeated the personnel and equipment of

3 mechanized, assault, and airborne brigades and an

assault regiment of the Armed Forces of Ukraine

in the areas of Druzhkovka, Novonikolaevka,

Nikolaevka and Starodubovka, (DPR).

In Konstantinovka (DNR), assault units of the Southern

Group of Forces continue to clear the southwestern

part of the settlement from the enemy.

According to the Ministry of Defense, two attacks by

assault groups of the enemy's 28th Mechanized

Brigade, supported by tanks, were repelled on

the northern outskirts of the city. Up to 15

militants & 2 T-72 tanks, were destroyed.

Over the course of a day, the Ukrainian Armed Forces

lost up to 90 fighters, two tanks, an artillery gun,

9 vehicles, 32 ground-based robotic systems,

and 28 UAV control points.

In total, the enemy lost up to 210 fighters, two tanks,

three armoured vehicles, five artillery pieces, and

21 vehicles - in this area.

In turn, the Centre's units improved their tactical position.

They destroyed the manpower and equipment of three

mechanized, Jaeger, airborne assault, and assault

brigades.... two assault regiments of the Armed

Forces of Ukraine, 3 marine infantry brigades,

the Azov* special forces brigade, and four

brigades of the National Guard in the

areas..... of Ivanovka, Chuguevo,

Maryevka, plus Novopavlovka,

and Podgavrilovka ----- in the

Dnepropetrovsk Region.....

Kucherov Yar..'. Raiskoye,

Dobropolye, Shevchenko,

Toretskoye, Gruzskoye,

and Annovka, (DNR).

Losses among Ukrainian armed forces: up to 300

military personnel, 2 KAZAK armoured vehicles,

four vehicles, two field artillery pieces, an

electronic reconnaissance station, and

five electronic warfare stations.

The Vostok fighters continued their advance into the

depths of the enemy's defenses. They defeated the

personnel & equipment of a mechanized brigade,

two assault brigades, two air assault brigades,

four assault regiments of the Armed Forces

of Ukraine, & a territorial defense brigade

in the areas of Volchanskoye in the

Dnepropetrovsk Oblast), and

Lyubitskoye, Blagodatnoye,

Rybalskoye, Barvinivka

Yegorivka..... Volnoye,

and Novogrigorivka...

(Zaporizhzhia Oblast).

In this sector, the enemy lost up to 460 troops,

4 armoured vehicles, 11 cars, and a US'

155-mm Paladin self-propelled gun.

At the same time... units of the Dnipro military group

defeated formations of the mechanized & mountain

assault brigades of the Armed Forces of Ukraine
in the areas of Orekhov, Novoyakovlevka, and

Zapasnoye (Zaporozhye region).

Up to 60 Ukrainian Armed Forces soldiers, an

armoured vehicle, 8 cars, and 2 electronic

warfare stations ...were destroyed.

* Azov is an organization recognized as a

terrorist organization by the Russian

Supreme Court on August 2, 2022.

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"They will pay a huge price." Finland has changed

its constitution to ''host'' nuclear weapons.

What will this decision... lead to?

by Maxim Gabrielyan (Leading

Editor --- of the "World" Dept)

June 30th, 9:05pm

(Lenta.ru)

A possible deployment of nuclear weapons by the

United States in Finland would lead to a second

Cuban Missile Crisis since Russia will have to

respond to this threat. About this ---- in an

interview with Lenta.ru ---- spoke Greg

Simons --- a professor at Daffodil

International University in

Dhaka, Bangladesh.

The situation.. has the potential to quickly escalate

into a Caribbean crisis ----- as Russia cannot allow

events to unfold without a symmetrical response.

On July 1, Finland's constitutional amendments came

into effect, allowing the importation and storage of

nuclear weapons in the country. In this article,

we will explore the implications of this

decision, the potential threats --- it

poses to Russia.. and whether it

could lead to a political crisis.

What is known about Finland's decision to

allow the deployment of nuclear weapons?

On June 26th, Finnish President Alexander Stubb

approved amendments to the Atomic Energy Act.

According to the new version of the law, the

circulation of nuclear materials... is now

regulated by the Criminal Code.

The law contains exceptions that allow the import

of nuclear weapons, which is permitted for the

purposes of Finland's military defense,

NATO's joint defense, or..... other

defense cooperation.

Against this backdrop, the Nordic republic has

hardened its rhetoric - towards Moscow. On

June 28th, Finnish Foreign Minister, Elini

Valtonen said that the time for the EU

to negotiate with Russia.... is
“not yet ripe.”

"I consider it normal, that negotiations are being

prepared at the official level, but the time has

not yet come.... for negotiations between

politicians," the foreign minister said.

According to the Finnish Foreign Minister, there is

nothing wrong with groups in Europe thinking

about further steps ---- in the context of

negotiations to resolve the conflict

in Ukraine. However, she noted

that this should not give the

impression that Europe is

desperately looking for

opportunities for
negotiations.

However, not everyone in the country.... supported the

leadership's decision. As stated by Finnish politician,

Armando Mehma, the Finnish government's decision

on nuclear weapons is irresponsible and dangerous.

''The step of lifting the ban on nuclear weapons was

completely irresponsible - on the part of Finland,

and it should not --- have been allowed. More

NATO means more problems, and Ukraine

is a good example .........of what could

happen in Finland,'' Armando Mema,

Finnish politician, noted.

He expressed confidence that this decision was motivated

only by hatred of Russia in the country's ruling circles.

In his opinion, Moscow does not pose a threat

to Finland.

As Simons pointed out, Finland has put itself

in the position ---- of a self-destructive state.

''Finland has succumbed to hysterical anti-Russian

thinking and has become another base for the

US empire.''

At the same time, he suggested that Washington

could deploy nuclear weapons ---- without

Helsinki's knowledge.

"The United States does not need to ask or say

whether it wants to deploy nuclear weapons

there. Finland does not have the capability

or resources to host such forces within

its sovereign system, which is now

subordinated - to Washington,"

the researcher stressed.

As Simons pointed out, the United States wants

to exert pressure on Russia --- through Finland.

''The United States views nuclear weapons as

a physical and psychological threat, which

poses a challenge to Russia's

security interests.''

However, the expert emphasized that the main

losses from this step would not be borne by

Moscow or Washington, but by Helsinki.

"It is Finland, not the United States, that will pay the

price for its behaviour on the Russian border. The

American leadership is trying to use pawns and

puppets to sacrifice themselves for the sake

of the 'American world.' Of course, all of

this is aimed at containing Russia and

the countries of the Global South,"

the source added.

How will Russia respond to Finland's actions?

Simons compared the actions of the US and Finland

to the deployment of US missiles in Turkey, which

led to the 1962 Cuban Missile Crisis.

In his opinion, modern Russia should

respond ------- in a similar manner.

''As was the case with the Soviet Union in 1962, attempts

to change the balance of power must be resisted.

Russia must respond in kind to the enemy,

which is the United States. Finland is
a willing and ignorant pawn.''

On June 29, the official representative of the Russian Foreign

Ministry, Maria Zakharova, announced --- that Moscow... will

take military-technical and political measures in response

to the lifting of the ban on the deployment of nuclear

weapons in Finland.

"Let there be no doubt --- that such measures will be taken in a

timely and effective manner. In this regard, the Finnish people

should consider whether this decision by their elites will

lead to....... increased security in Finland itself,"

the statement said.

The ministry emphasized that lifting the ban on the deployment

of nuclear weapons is an unfounded decision that poses real

threats to Russia's national security.

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Sergeant Bumich destroyed an enemy
UAV... with small arms fire in
the SVO zone

June 30th, 9pm

(Izvestia.ru)

Sergeant Andrey Bumich destroyed an enemy unmanned

aerial vehicle (UAV) in the sky above Russian troops'

positions during a combat mission to provide fire

support. This was reported by the Russian

Ministry of Defense.

While carrying out his combat mission, Bumich was

monitoring the air situation in his assigned sector.

During his observation, he promptly detected an

enemy drone flying over Russian positions.

Acting decisively - despite the ongoing threat of artillery

fire, the soldier immediately opened fire with small arms.

Thanks to his accurate and professional skills, the enemy

UAV was hit, lost control, and crashed in a field, failing

to complete its mission.

The department, also noted the professionalism of Corporal

Dmitry Plyukhin. During the execution of a combat mission

to protect the location of a motorized rifle unit..... the

corporal, despite constant artillery bombardment

by the enemy, controlled the airspace.

Having timely identified the approach of an enemy drone,

Ilyukhin immediately activated electronic warfare

equipment. As a result of the serviceman's

competent actions --- the drone's control

channel was suppressed, and the UAV

landed at a safe distance from the

military personnel.

After neutralizing the drone, the soldiers promptly changed

their positions. Shortly after, the Ukrainian side launched

an artillery strike - on the initial location of the Russian

military. The corporal's competent actions prevented

the enemy from conducting reconnaissance and

adjusting their fire, which allowed them to

avoid casualties --- and continue their

mission in the tactical area.

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Russian Permanent Representative to the OSCE:

The EU ---- is deliberately heading towards

a confrontation with Moscow

June 30th, 4:54pm

(RT.ru)

Dmitry Polyansky, Russia's Permanent Representative to

the OSCE, stated that the EU is deliberately moving

towards confrontation with Russia.

"The European Union is deliberately moving towards

a confrontation with Russia," he said on RT.

In his opinion, the bloc has lost its economic nature

and has become a military, Russophobic alliance.

Polyansky emphasized -- that Russia must remain

vigilant and anticipate the EU's possible actions.

Earlier..... Polyansky said that Europe could

provoke a conflict with Russia before 2030.

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MWM: The Admiral Nakhimov Cruiser

---- Surpasses Western Alternatives

June 30th, 4:48pm

(RT.ru)

The Russian cruiser Admiral Nakhimov and other ships of

the Orlan project --- significantly surpass their Western

counterparts, in terms of displacement, speed, and

firepower. This was reported by the Military

Watch Magazine.

"The maximum speed - is about 32 knots, which allows them

to easily outrun any ...ship ...operated by the US Navy --- and

other NATO countries' armed forces," the publication notes.

It is specified that the vessel's displacement reaches 28,000

tons, which is almost 3 times more than that of the US
destroyers of the Arleigh Burke type. At the same

time, the cruiser can reach a speed of about

32 knots, which allows it to overtake, not

only destroyers and frigates, but also

US and NATO aircraft carriers.

The publication also focuses on ------- the

ship's firepower, range, and survivability.

Earlier, the Chairman of the Russian Maritime Board, Nikolai

Patrushev in an interview with Argumenty i Fakty said that

the cruiser Admiral Nakhimov.. receives the most modern

weapons - and will soon return to service.

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By the forces of the South and the East:

Russian troops liberated Malinovka in

the DPR, Rovnoye, and Lesnoye

in the Zaporizhzhia region

by Adeline Vishnevskaya

June 30th, 12:16pm

(RT.ru)

Over the past 24 hours, Russian troops have liberated three

settlements: Malinovka in the Donetsk People's Republic,

Rovnoye, and Lesnoye, in the Zaporizhzhia Region.
This was reported by the Ministry of Defense.

According to the ministry, by liberating Lesnoye, the Russian

Armed Forces secured a new frontline & created conditions

for further operations in the Danilovka area and advances

in the southwestern part of the Zaporizhzhia Region.

The ministry also highlighted the actions of Russian troops

in the Donetsk People's Republic, where they successfully

captured 4 enemy strongholds and occupied 54 buildings

in Krasny Liman, and liberated 30 buildings....

in Konstantinovka.

Over the past 24 hours, units of the Southern and Eastern

groups of troops liberated Malinovka in the DPR, as well

as Rovnoye and Lesnoye in the Zaporizhzhia region,

according to the Ministry of Defense.

The ministry added that - during the battles near the village of

Lesnoye, the assault units of the 39th Guards Motorized Rifle

Brigade of the 68th Army Corps of the Vostok military group

destroyed up to a platoon of enemy personnel, 8 armoured

vehicles, 11 pieces of motorized equipment, six ground-

based robotic systems, & 27 Baba Yaga hexacopters.

"The liberation of the village of Lesnoye allowed the units of

the Vostok military group to gain a foothold on a new front

and disrupt the stability of the Ukrainian Armed Forces'

defense in this area," the Ministry of Defense said.

In addition, they noted that the occupation of this settlement

creates conditions for further actions in the Danilovka area

and the development of advances in the southwestern

direction of the Zaporizhzhia region ----

towards Timoshovka.

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

missile forces, and artillery of the Russian Armed Forces

groups destroyed fuel & energy infrastructure facilities

used by the Ukrainian Armed Forces, plus storage

and assembly sites - for long-range drones.

The strikes also targeted fuel and lubricant depots and military

equipment, as well as temporary bases for Ukrainian armed

forces and foreign mercenaries, in 142 districts.

Air defense systems - shot down seven guided aerial bombs

and 806 aircraft-type UAVs. The Black Sea Fleet destroyed

seven unmanned boats.

In turn, the Sever units improved their tactical position. They

destroyed the manpower and equipment of the mechanized

brigade of the Armed Forces of Ukraine, two territorial

defense brigades, & a brigade of the National Guard

in the areas of Luzhky, Sukhomyl, and Krasnopillya

(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 Losivka, Staritsa,

and Buhayivka.

In this area, the Armed Forces of Ukraine lost over

210 fighters, 11 vehicles, and an artillery piece.

The Western fighters ------- took advantageous positions. They

defeated the mechanized and assault brigades of the Armed

Forces of Ukraine, the marines, and two territorial defense

brigades in the areas of Maleevka, Izyumskoye, Chervony

Stav (Kharkiv region), Volchiy Yar, and Piskunivka (DPR).

In the village of Krasny Liman (DPR), the 25th Army's assault

units ------- continue to destroy Ukrainian Armed Forces

formations in the northwestern part of the village.

The Ministry of Defense clarified that units of the 67th

Motorized Rifle Division ---- captured four enemy

strongholds and occupied 54 buildings.

Over the course of a day, more than 30 Ukrainian soldiers, a US

HMMWV armoured vehicle, four cars, two ground-based robotic

systems, & 11 UAV control centres, were destroyed in the city.

In total, the West military group's area of responsibility resulted

----- in the loss of up to 210 enemy soldiers. Five Western-made

armoured vehicles, 20 vehicles, two self-propelled guns, and

two Damba electronic warfare stations - were destroyed.

At the same time, the South units defeated the manpower and

equipment of the mechanized, airmobile, motorized infantry,

and mountain assault brigades... of the Armed Forces of

Ukraine in the areas of the settlements of Druzhkovka,

Orekhovatka, Nikolaevka, and Nikanorovka (DPR).

In the village of Konstantinovka (DPR), assault units of the

Southern Group of Forces continue to clear the south-

western part of the village of enemy forces and

have liberated 30 buildings, according to the

Ministry of Defense.

During the day, up to 90 Ukrainian military personnel, two

armoured vehicles, 2 artillery pieces, 21 vehicles, and

26 ground-based robotic systems, were destroyed.

In total, the enemy lost more than 175 soldiers, two

armoured vehicles, four artillery pieces, an MLRS

vehicle, and 27 vehicles ...in this area.

Meanwhile, the Centre's fighters improved their tactical

position. They defeated the manpower and equipment

of the mechanized and assault brigades of the Armed

Forces of Ukraine, the marines brigade, and two

brigades of the National Guard in the areas of

Veseloye, Novopodgorodnoye, Novopavlovka

(Dnepropetrovsk region), Dobropolye, and

Svetloye (DPR).

Here, the Ukrainian armed forces lost more

than 270 soldiers, two armoured vehicles,

and eight cars.

Units of the Vostok group of forces advanced into the

depths of the enemy's defenses. They defeated the

manpower and equipment of the mechanized,

assault, two airborne assault brigades, two

assault regiments of the Armed Forces of

Ukraine... and the marines brigade in the

areas of - Velikomikhailovka, Gavrilovka

(Dnepropetrovsk region), Novoukrainka,

Novoye Pole, Lyubitskoye, as well as

Timoshevka (Zaporozhye region).

In this sector, the enemy lost over 455 soldiers,

three armoured vehicles, and ten cars.

Dnipro units defeated the formations of 2 mechanized

& mountain assault brigades of the Armed Forces of

Ukraine - in the areas of Dimitrovo, Kamyshevakha,

and Hryhorivka (Zaporizhzhia region).

Up to 75 Ukrainian Armed Forces fighters, 7 vehicles,

and 2 electronic warfare stations --- were destroyed.

_____________________________________________________

Kuchma's former assistant -

gave Zelensky some advice

by Marina Sovina (night editor)

June 30th, 12:56am

(Lenta.ru)

Ukrainian leader Volodymyr Zelensky must admit the complete

failure of his policy. This call --- was made by former assistant

to Leonid Kuchma, Oleg Soskin said on his YouTube channel.

In his opinion, Zelensky has failed to fulfill any of his promises,

including the country's accession to the EU ----- and NATO.
Additionally, the image of Ukraine is deteriorating on the

international stage, according to the former assistant

to Kuchma. In this regard ----- Soskin believes that

Zelensky should acknowledge that his efforts

have been unsuccessful --- and resign.

Former Ukrainian Prime Minister, Mykola Azarov, called on the

Ukrainian president to resign, due to the growing corruption

scandal. In his opinion, Zelensky will not be able to restore

the trust of citizens. He also called the regime of the

country's president Volodymyr Zelensky ------ the

main obstacle to peace.

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Ukrainians have been warned

about a looming catastrophe

by Marina Sovina (night editor)

June 30th, 12:54am

(Lenta.ru)

The announced schedules of possible hourly power outages in

Ukraine threaten to turn into a catastrophe for the country's

energy and business sectors. This warning was given by

a member of the Verkhovna Rada, Deputy Head of the

Committee on Energy and Housing, and Communal

Services Oleksiy Kucherenko, on the News.LIVE

TV channel on YouTube.

"We will immediately see an increase in prices for services,

goods, and so on. Gas stations, electric cars, and it will

probably continue ----- as a chain reaction," he said.

According to Kucherenko, the situation is complicated

.....by corruption schemes for collecting tariff plans.

Earlier, the CEO of the energy company Yasno Serhiy Kovalenko

said that Ukrainians should prepare for power outages due to

the abnormal heat. He explained that every three degrees
of heat in Kyiv increases the load on the energy system
by about 100 megawatts.

_________________________________________

Russia expects a conflict with

Europe to begin - before 2030

by Marina Sovina (night editor)

June 30th, 12:48am

(Lenta.ru)

The conflict between Europe and Russia may begin before

2030, according to the permanent representative of the

RF to the OSCE, Dmitry Polyansky. He spoke about the

timing of a possible clash ---- in a conversation with

RIA Novosti.

Polyansky pointed out that European countries are now

purposefully preparing for war, using the narrative of

alleged Russian aggression - as a pretext.

"The problem is that the threshold for possible provocations is

lowering, which could lead to Europe being drawn into a war

much sooner, whether anyone wants it or not," he said.

Earlier, the Minister of Defense Andrey Belousov said that NATO

is preparing for an armed conflict with Russia by 2030. He said

that this is indicated by the increase in the alliance's military

spending, as well as plans to prepare for the deployment of

medium-range missiles.

_________________________________________

A Georgian mercenary of the Ukrainian

Armed Forces, Kukchishvili..... was

eliminated in the Kharkiv region

June 29th, 10:24pm

(Izvestia.ru)

The Georgian mercenary, David Kukchishvili, of the Armed

Forces of Ukraine (AFU), who was sentenced in absentia

in the Donetsk People's Republic - to 14 years in prison,

was eliminated in the Kharkiv region. This is reported

by Russian law enforcement agencies on June 29.

"On June 25, Major Sergey Vitalievich Kolomiets, who served

as deputy commander... of the 65th Artillery Division of the

Armed Forces of Ukraine, was eliminated in Zaporizhzhia

direction, and a few days earlier, Georgian mercenary

David Kukchishvili was eliminated," the source told

RIA Novosti.

According to him.... the 49-year-old leader of the Georgian

Partisans, who later joined the Georgian National Legion

(recognized as a terrorist organization and banned in

the Russian Federation), was eliminated in the

Kharkiv region.

Foreign Games: 6,500 Mercenaries

Have Been Killed in the SVO Zone

Against the backdrop of its military failures, Ukraine has

relied on foreign military forces and prohibited weapons.

On January 27, 2025, the press service of the DPR

Prosecutor's Office reported that the Supreme

Court of the DPR had sentenced in absentia

the 48-year-old Georgian mercenary of

the Armed Forces of Ukraine,

David Kukchishvili.

He was found guilty under Part 3 of Article 359 of

the Criminal Code of the Russian Federation

("Participation of a Mercenary in an

Armed Conflict").

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The target of the attack ---- may

have been a Ukrainian oligarch

by Marina Sovina (night editor)

June 29th, 10:48pm

(Lenta.ru)

A Ukrainian oligarch was blown up in Monaco. He is

behind a criminal empire that robs Russians

and Europeans.

Ukrainian oligarch Yermolaev,

was assassinated in Monaco.

As a result of the explosion in Monaco, citizens of Ukraine

were injured. According to media reports, the target of

the attack .....may have been a Ukrainian oligarch

Vadim Ermolaev. Currently, journalists are

unable to reach him.

A native of Dnepropetrovsk, he was engaged in development

activities and was considered the "main developer of the

Dnieper", who changed the architecture of the city.

A businessman and investor, the founder of the Alef

Corporation was in the top 100 of the richest

people in Ukraine. In 2019, he renounced

his Ukrainian citizenship and became

a citizen of Cyprus.

In December 2023, the National Security and Defense Council

of Ukraine (NSDC) imposed sanctions on Ermolaev; according

to the Security Service of Ukraine (SBU), after 2014, the

entrepreneur allegedly re-registered his alcohol

business in Crimea.... under the laws of the

Russian Federation - continued working

and paid taxes to the Russian budget.

Ermolaev turned out to be the
owner of a criminal empire

According to the assertion of the Ukrainian blogger Anatoly

Shary, Kyiv was involved in the organization of the

explosion — the attempt to remove Ermolaev

was the result of a showdown with the

special services and a raiding of

his enterprises.

According to the Stop UA Scam investigative project, it is

Vadim Ermolaev who is one of the largest beneficiaries

of a network of fraudulent call centres that attack

Russians and citizens of the EU.

He controlled about 170 centres,

with 10,000 to 15,000 operators.

In 2026, the connection of one of Yermolayev's four sons,

Arthur, with fraudulent call centres in Dnepropetrovsk

was confirmed. The court of Estonia sentenced

him to five years in prison.

The attackers.... were "protected" by the SBU general

Sergey Lysak, with whom Ermolaev Sr. had a conflict.

The SBU asked for too much, ------ and Yermolayev

started to object, says journalist Anatoly Shariy.

"As a result, they imposed sanctions and tried to take

everything.... away from him. And I haven't even

mentioned the Prosecutor General's Office,

which also took a big bite," Shariy wrote

on his Telegram channel.

Also, found out the blogger, the suspect in the explosion

looks similar --- to a man who was recruited by the

Ukrainian intelligence services - to assassinate

Shariy, who lives in Spain, in May of this year.

________________________________________________

The organizers of the Ukrainian attack

------ on a bus carrying children in the

Bryansk region have been named

by Marina Sovina (night editor)

June 29th, 9:23pm

(Lenta.ru)

The organizers and perpetrators --- of the attack on a bus

carrying a children's football team from the Belarusian

city of Gomel in the Bryansk region ------ have been

identified. This - was announced by the acting

permanent representative of Russia to the

UN, Anna Yevstigneeva, at a meeting of

the organization's Security Council.

According to her, responsibility for the attack is borne by

the commander of the Forces of Unmanned Systems of

the Armed Forces of Ukraine, Robert Brovdi, and the

head --- of the Main Intelligence Directorate of the

Ministry of Defense of Ukraine Oleg Ivashchenko.

As the diplomat specified, they ensured

targeting and gave the order to strike.

On June 17, the Armed Forces of Ukraine attacked a bus

carrying children in the Bryansk region with drones. A

children's football team was traveling from Gomel to

Gelendzhik on vacation. At the time of the attack,

there were 44 people on the bus, including 28

children. One woman did not survive, and

eight others, including six children,

were injured.

____________________________________________

Corporal Markov... carried his wounded

comrade out of the Ukrainian shelling

June 29th, 9pm

(Izvestia.ru)

Corporal Alexander Markov, acting as part of an evacuation

team, carried a wounded soldier of the Russian Armed

Forces (RF) to an evacuation point from the area of

shelling by the Armed Forces of Ukraine (AFU).

This was reported by the Russian Ministry

of Defense.

It is specified that during the performance of tasks to provide

first aid on the battlefield and to deliver the wounded to the

evacuation point, the serviceman came under massive fire

and an attack by enemy FPV drones.

According to the agency, Markov took up a favourable position

and began to repel the attack, covering the wounded soldier

until the arrival of the fire support group, after which - he

provided first aid and carried him to the evacuation

point for sending to the field hospital.

The Ministry of Defense emphasized that the corporal's courage

saved the lives of several Russian Armed Forces soldiers, who

have already been treated in field hospitals and have returned

to duty.

In addition, Corporal Andrey Romanov, an electrician driver,

despite the threat to his life, was able to deliver strike and

reconnaissance unmanned aerial vehicles (UAVs) to their

positions, and maneuvering a loaded vehicle under the

artillery fire of Ukrainian militants.

Thanks to the soldier's bravery and professionalism,

the combat mission was completed, and the stable

operation of the UAV crews ---- provided timely

support to the Russian assault units.

On June 28th, the Russian Ministry of Defense reported that

Private Bogdan Matyushkin was carrying out a mission to

deliver food and ammunition to frontline positions when

his vehicle was attacked by a Ukrainian drone.

The soldier quickly assessed the situation, got out of the

vehicle, and destroyed the drone with targeted fire. As

a result, the food and ammunition were delivered to

Russian soldiers --- in a timely manner.

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Russia demanded: that the UN Secretary-

General ------- unequivocally condemn

Kiev's crimes

June 29th, 7:28pm

(Izvestia.ru)

The Russian side demands that the Secretary-General of

the United Nations, António Guterres --- unequivocally

condemn the crimes of the Kiev regime. This was

stated by Anna Yevstigneyeva, the acting

permanent representative of Russia
to the UN, on June 29.

"We demand that the Secretary-General, the UN Secretariat,

and relevant UN agencies unequivocally condemn these

bloody crimes. Their disregard....... for Kiev's targeted

attacks on children is a clear violation of Article 100

of the UN Charter," she said during a UN Security

Council meeting in response to the Armed

Forces of Ukraine (AFU) attack on a bus

carrying Belarusian citizens.

In addition, Yevstigeyeva expressed her disappointment with

the lack of courage and principle - on the Ukrainian Armed

Forces' attack on a bus - by the UN Secretariat.

According to the diplomat, the UN's leadership's disregard

for the attacks by Ukrainian militants - encourages Kiev's

terrorist ambitions.

"[The Kiev] regime - has made war crimes part of its

military strategy - by targeting civilians, attacking

medical professionals and rescue workers, who

are providing assistance to the wounded.. and

dealing with the aftermath of terror attacks.

Its cynicism and inhumanity are evident in

the sharp increase in deliberate attacks

------ on educational institutions and

children's infrastructure,"

Yevstigneeva noted.

The Ukrainian Armed Forces attacked a bus carrying a

children's football team.... from Gomel to Gelendzhik

on June 17. The Russian Investigative Committee

opened a criminal case for a terrorist act in

response to the attack..... and Russian

President Vladimir Putin -- ordered

urgent assistance to all victims.

The investigation, which was also initiated in Belarus,

is under the personal supervision of Belarusian

President, Alexander Lukashenko.

_____________________________________

Galuzin: Zelensky has moved from

threatening Belarus: to initiating

terrorist attacks

June 29th, 1:35pm

(RT.ru)

The head of the Kiev regime, Vladimir Zelensky, has moved

from threats against Belarus to initiating terrorist attacks.

This was stated by Mikhail Galuzin, Deputy Minister of

Foreign Affairs of Russia.

Speaking to RTVI about the Ukrainian drone attack on a bus

carrying a Belarusian children's football team, the deputy

head of the Russian Foreign Ministry said that such

terrorist attacks deserve condemnation - and

decisive opposition.

«...The Kiev regime has shown that, so to speak, it has

moved from verbal threats against Belarus... which its

leader Zelensky voiced recently, to practical actions,"

Galuzin said.

Earlier, Cypriot journalist Alex Christoforou said

that Zelensky’s threats to Minsk ---- show

Kiev’s desperation.

_____________________________________

Ukrainian forces ------ were pushed back:

Russian troops liberated Bogodarovka

in the Dnipropetrovsk region

by Adeline Vishnevskaya

June 29th, 12:10pm

(RT.ru)

According to the Ministry of Defense, the Russian Armed Forces

have liberated Bogodarovka in the Dnipropetrovsk region. This

has allowed Russian forces to gain a foothold on the right

bank of the Gaichur River and created the conditions for

further operations in the Aleksandrovka area and the

advance of troops in the Dnipropetrovsk region.

The ministry also highlighted the success of Russian forces in

the Donetsk People's Republic, where the Russian Armed

Forces have captured four enemy strongholds and

occupied 48 buildings in Krasny Liman, and

continue to clear the southwestern part

of Konstantinovka ....from scattered

Ukrainian Armed Forces units.

Over the past day, units of the Vostok group of troops

liberated the village of Bogodarovka (Dnipropetrovsk

region), the Defense Ministry said.

It is specified that the assault units of the 36th Guards

Motorized Rifle Brigade of the 29th Combined Arms

Army of the Vostok military group - have pushed

Ukrainian forces from their positions on the

right bank of the Gaichur River.

During the battles near the settlement, more than a

platoon of enemy personnel, 3 armoured vehicles,

7 vehicles, and over 60 Baba Yaga hexacopters

were destroyed.

"The liberation of Bogodarovka allowed the units of the

Vostok military group -- to gain a foothold on the right

bank of the Gaichur river and disrupt the Ukrainian

Armed Forces' defense in this area. The occupied

line creates conditions for further actions in the

Aleksandrovka area ....and the advance of the

Vostok military group in the Dnipropetrovsk

region," the ministry said.

In addition, operational-tactical aviation, strike UAVs,

missile forces, and artillery of the Russian Armed

Forces' military groups --- have destroyed fuel,

energy, and transport infrastructure used

by the Ukrainian Armed Forces.

The strikes targeted the storage and launch sites of

long-range drones, as well as temporary locations

of Ukrainian armed formations and foreign

mercenaries, in 137 areas.

Air defense systems shot down 12 guided

aerial bombs and 415 aircraft-type UAVs.

At the same time, the Sever units improved their tactical

position. They defeated the personnel and equipment

of the mechanized, airborne brigades of the Armed

Forces of Ukraine and two territorial defense

brigades in the areas of Luzhky, Maryino,

Riasnoye, and Belaya Berezha

(Sumy region).

In the Kharkiv region ---- two mechanized brigades, a

motorized infantry brigade, and a territorial defense

brigade were defeated -- in the areas of Bugaivka,

Petrovka, Bilyi Kolozezi, Losevka, and Staritsa.

The Ukrainian Armed Forces lost over 220 fighters,

17 vehicles, an artillery gun, and an electronic

warfare station.

The Zapad fighters took advantageous positions and

lines. They defeated the manpower and equipment

of two mechanized brigades, an assault brigade,

a marine infantry brigade, and three territorial

defense brigades in the areas of Podlyman,

Nizhnyaya Zhuravka, Shiykovka,

Staroverovka (Kharkiv region),

and Piskunovka (DPR).

Meanwhile, in Krasny Lyman (DPR), the 25th Army's

assault units continue to eliminate scattered

Ukrainian Armed Forces units.

According to the Ministry of Defense.... units of the

67th Motorized Rifle Division advanced westward,

captured four enemy strongholds, and occupied

48 buildings.

Over the course of a day, more than 40 Ukrainian fighters,

a US' HMMWV armoured vehicle, 2 ground-based robotic

systems, and an ammunition depot were destroyed in

the city.

In total, the West military group's area of responsibility

resulted in the loss of up to 225 enemy soldiers. Six

Western-made armoured vehicles, 14 vehicles, two

field artillery pieces, and an electronic warfare

station... were destroyed.

Meanwhile, the units of the South - improved the situation on

the front line. They defeated the manpower and equipment

of two mechanized, motorized infantry, plus airmobile

and mountain-assault brigades of the Armed Forces

of Ukraine in the areas of Slavyansk, Druzhkovka,

Klinovoe, Orekhovatka, Nikanorovka, Nikolaevka

and Stenki (DNR).

In the village of Konstantinovka (DNR), the assault units of

the Southern Group of Forces continue active offensive

operations in all directions - and the clearing of the

southwestern part of the village from scattered

groups of the Armed Forces of Ukraine.

Up to 95 Ukrainian military personnel, two armoured

vehicles, 18 cars, and 31 ground-based robotic

systems were destroyed during the day.

In total, the enemy lost more than 240 troops, 4 armoured

vehicles, including 2 US' M113 APCs, 22 vehicles, and an

electronic warfare station -- in the area of responsibility

of the Southern Group of Forces.

In turn, the Centre's fighters improved their tactical position.

They defeated the personnel & equipment of 2 mechanized,

Jaeger, and assault brigades, two assault regiments of the

Armed Forces of Ukraine, two marine infantry brigades,

and three brigades of the National Guard in the areas

of Gruzskoye, Kucherov Yar, Svetloe (DPR),

Novopavlovka, and Novopodgorodnoye

(Dnepropetrovsk region).

The Ukrainian armed forces lost more than 300 fighters,

five vehicles, two field artillery pieces, and three

electronic warfare stations, in this sector.

At the same time, the Vostok units

advanced deep ------- into the

enemy's defenses.

The mechanized, assault, three airborne assault brigades,

the assault regiment of the Armed Forces of Ukraine, &

the marines brigade - were defeated in the areas of

Chaplino, Gavrilovka, Kolomiytse, Rovne

(Dnepropetrovsk region), Lyubytse,

Danilivka, and Omelnyk,

(Zaporizhzhia region).

In this area, the enemy lost over 485 soldiers,

an armoured vehicle, and six cars.

Units of the Dnipro military group, defeated formations of

3 mechanized brigades of the Armed Forces of Ukraine..

in the areas of Orekhov, Kushugum, Shevchenkovskoye

and Yurkovka (Zaporozhye Region).

Up to 80 Ukrainian Armed Forces fighters, 17 vehicles,

and three electronic warfare stations were destroyed.

_____________________________________________________

"Saving the Kiev regime is not part of our plans":

Putin commented.... on the proposal
to limit the fighting to 4 regions

by Adeline Vishnevskaya

June 29th, 9:52am

(RT.ru)

Russia - does not intend to save the Kiev regime, Russian

President Vladimir Putin said. This was his comment on

the proposal to limit the fighting to the territories of the

Donetsk and Luhansk People's Republics, the Kherson

and Zaporizhzhia regions. According to the President,

such a move, if the Russian side agreed to it, would

allow Kiev to transfer troops to these four regions

in the hope of being saved, which is not part of

Russia's plans.

Russian President Vladimir Putin said that Russia does not

plan to save the Kiev regime, referring to a proposal... to

limit the territory of hostilities.

We are talking about the DPR, LPR, Kherson, and

Zaporizhzhia regions, where it is proposed.. to

conduct military operations and stop them

in other territories.

According to the head of state, if Russia were to do this, it

would give the Armed Forces of Ukraine the opportunity

to withdraw troops from the Mykolaiv, Dnipropetrovsk,

Kharkiv, and Sumy regions, as well as from several

border areas, in order to transfer them to the four

aforementioned regions.

"In the face of a catastrophic shortage of personnel in the

Armed Forces of Ukraine, it seems - that this could be a

lifeline for them. However, it is not part of our plans to

save the Kiev regime. Although we are attentive to

every proposal that comes from that side,"

Putin emphasized - in an interview with

Pavel Zarubin, a journalist for Vesti.

It was also proposed to stop strikes deep into the territories

of both sides. "And it's clear ----- why this proposal is being

made. Because our retaliatory strikes deep into Ukraine's

territory are much more powerful, sensitive, and, frankly,

destructive, leading to truly serious consequences for

the Kiev regime," the Kremlin leader explained.

As for the situation in the special operation zone, according

to the president, Russian troops have practically blocked

an enemy group of about 5,000 people in the Rubtsovsk

direction, pushing them back to the Oskol River.

Putin added that the group is about 2 kilometres

away ------- from being completely encircled.

"And then the fate of this enemy group will be similar to the

one that was already in the Kupyansk-Uzlovoy area. And if

you remember, the group was in a similar situation there,

and it was completely destroyed," he said.

In Krasny Liman, 149 of the 11,000 houses.... remain to be

vacated. Putin also noted that this settlement is one of

the largest railway marshalling yards in the former

USSR and the most important logistics centre

in the DPR.

In addition, the city of Sumy, the regional centre, with more

than 30,000 buildings, is about 10.5 kilometres away - and

Russian troops --- are advancing rapidly. According to the

President, Russia does not have any political plans for

the city or the region, and will rely on the proposals

of the Ministry of Defense and the General Staff.

Earlier, Putin said that Ukraine is trying to strike Russian

civilian targets ...in order to create the impression of a

strong position in the event of renewed peace talks.

"Everything that is being done in this direction by the very

Kiev regime that I have just mentioned is being done for

one purpose only: to create favourable conditions for

itself ---- in the event that peace negotiations are

resumed, or rather -- that they are started again,

as they were interrupted at Ukraine's initiative.

What kind of strong positions are we talking

about? It can only be about creating the

impression of having strong positions.

Because the realities on the battle-

field.... are completely different,"

the President stated.

In addition, according to Maria Zakharova, the official

representative of the Ministry of Foreign Affairs, the

discussions about the possible negotiator for

Ukraine among the EU countries and their

other efforts .......are nothing more than

speculation and an attempt to secure

a place at the negotiating table.

They are doing this in order to gain a foothold, perhaps

in the hope of strengthening Kyiv's position and

dictating the terms of peace to Russia from

a position of strength.

"At the same time, Europe does not hide the fact -- that it sees

itself at the negotiating table, not as a constructive mediator,

not as a mediator, not as a professional diplomat, but simply

as a representative of the anti-Russian camp, as part of a

unified delegation from Ukraine and Western Europe. It's

a hybrid of sorts. In that case, they should admit: that

they --- are a party to the conflict," Zakharova said,

during a traditional briefing.

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Residents of the Kursk region

....who were released from

captivity: reported being

tortured

June 28th, 1:18am

(Izvestia.ru)

Civilians released from Ukrainian captivity in the Kursk region

said that they had been held in prisons and colonies with

criminals, beaten, and poorly fed. This was reported by

Kursk Region Governor, Alexander Khinshtein, on

June 28.

"Late in the evening... the prisoners of war arrived in Kursk.

I met them with their families and loved ones. The stories

they told made my blood run cold. They were held in

prisons and colonies with criminals, treated like

cattle, and even worse - beaten, abused, and

poorly fed," Khinshtein wrote, on his

Telegram channel.

The news item is being updated...

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Britain is left without a single nuclear

submarine --- and has lost the ability

to monitor Russia

by Alexandra Sinitsyna

(Night Line Editor)

June 28th, 12:52am

(Lenta.ru)

The UK.. has now been left without a single multi-purpose

nuclear submarine. According to the UK Defence Journal

(UKDJ), none of the Royal Navy's combat-ready vessels

are patrolling the waters.

It is clarified -- that of all the Astute-class submarines in the

country's arsenal, two are inactive and located at Faslane

on the River Clyde, having not been in the water.... for a

long time. Two other vessels are undergoing extended

deep maintenance in Devonport. The last submarine,

the only one that has been at sea in recent weeks

....is currently stationed in Devonport, for post-

deployment maintenance. The portal

reports -- that it is not ready for
a new deployment.

UKDJ emphasizes that the situation with nuclear submarines

is of strategic importance for the UK, as they have become

the most important tool for covert surveillance of Russian

ships.... in the North Atlantic. They also protect strategic

missile carriers and are the only ones in the British Navy

that can launch Tomahawk cruise missiles.

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Marochko: Russian Armed Forces are

advancing near Rai-Aleksandrovka

in the DPR ------- in two sectors

June 27th, 11:20pm

(RT.ru)

Russian military personnel are advancing near

Rai-Aleksandrovka in the DPR on two fronts

at once, according to military expert

Andrey Marochko.

In an interview with TASS, he said that the advance

is taking place west of Rai-Aleksandrovka and

north-west of Yurkovka.

On June 18th, the Russian Ministry of Defense

announced that Russian troops had liberated

the village of Rai-Aleksandrovka in the DPR.

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Private Vorotnikov single-handedly

---- forced a group of the Armed

Forces of Ukraine to retreat

June 27th, 9pm

(RT.ru)

Private Bogdan Matyushkin was carrying out a task to deliver

food and ammunition to the front lines when his vehicle was

attacked by a drone of the Armed Forces of Ukraine (AFU).

The press service of the Russian Ministry of Defense told

about the feats of the military personnel of the Armed

Forces of the Russian Federation in the zone of

the special military operation (SVO).

Matyushkin quickly assessed the situation - got out of the car,

and destroyed the unmanned aerial vehicle with targeted fire.

As a result, food and ammunition were delivered to Russian

soldiers - on time.

The Ministry of Defense also praised the courage of Private

Vladimir Vorotnikov, who noticed a group of Ukrainian

troops ...moving near Russian positions.

Vorotnikov decided to sneak up closer ---- and take up a firing

position on the enemy's route. When the enemy approached
---- Vorotnikov opened fire. Three Ukrainian soldiers were

eliminated, and the rest - were forced ....to retreat.

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Pasechnik: Four People... Wounded

in LNR After Ukrainian UAV Attack

June 27th, 4:14pm

(RT.ru)

According to the head of the LPR region, Leonid Pasechnik,

four people were injured in the LPR as a result of an ATO

UAV strike on a fast-food outlet.

"A Ukrainian UAV attacked a fast-food outlet in the central

market in Svatovo. Four people were injured: two men

and two women," Pasechnik told MAX.

Three victims - with various degrees of injury - were taken

to a local hospital, and a 35-year-old woman in a serious

condition was transferred to the Lugansk Republican

Clinical Hospital.

Earlier, a kamikaze drone attacked a car parked near a store

in the village of Petryaninka, in the Bryansk region. The

driver was killed, and the passenger was hospitalized.

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Advancing...... deep into the VSU's defenses

------ in the Dnipropetrovsk region: Russia's

Armed Forces liberated Novoskelevatoye

by Anastasia Stepanova

June 27th, 11:42am

(RT.ru)

According to the MoD, the Russian Vostok military group

has liberated the village of Novoskelevatoye... in the

Dnepropetrovsk region. At the same time, active

battles are ongoing, for Krasny Liman in the

Donetsk People's Republic, with Russia's

Armed Forces capturing 5 strongholds

& clearing 57 buildings of militants in

a single day, as well as launching a

FAB-500 strike, against Ukrainian

forces ....attempting to flee the
city - to the Golubye Ozera

recreation centre.

Russian military forces have liberated the village of

Novoskelevatoye -- in the Dnipropetrovsk region.

This was reported in the daily briefing by the

Russian Ministry of Defense ---- on the

progress of the special operation.

"Units of the Vostok military group.. advanced into the

depths of the enemy's defenses --- and liberated the

village of Novoskelevatoye in the Dnepropetrovsk

region," the report said.

During the day, the Vostok fighters also defeated the personnel

and equipment of the mechanized, three airborne assault, two

assault brigades, an assault regiment, an unmanned systems

regiment, and a marine infantry brigade in the areas of

Gavrilovka, Aleksandrovka, and Velikomikhailovka

(Dnepropetrovsk Region), Novosoloshino,

Yegorivka, Babashi, Lyubitskoe,

Nikolskoye, and Lesnoye

(Zaporizhzhia Region).

In this area ---- the enemy lost over 350 troops, three

armoured vehicles, 10 cars, and a field artillery gun.

During the same period, units of the Northern Group of Forces -

improved their tactical position by defeating formations of the

mechanized brigade of the Armed Forces of Ukraine and the

Territorial Defense Brigade in the areas of Tolstodubovo,

Khoten, and Bachevsk (Sumy Region). In the Kharkiv

Region --- formations of the mechanized, motorized

infantry brigades of the Armed Forces of Ukraine

and the Territorial Defense Brigade were

defeated in the areas of Bely Kolodez,

Prikolotnoye, Kazachya Lopan,

and Sosnovy Bor.

Here, Kiev lost ----- over 205 military personnel, a US M113
armoured personnel carrier, a Novator armoured vehicle,

14 vehicles... a field artillery gun, 2 electronic warfare

stations and an Israeli RADA counter-battery station.

Units of the Zapad military group have taken advantageous

positions. The mechanized brigade, the brigade of the

General Staff of the Armed Forces of Ukraine, the

marine infantry brigade, & the territorial defense

brigade have been defeated in the areas of

Smorodkivka, Chervony Oskol, Podlyman,

Nizhnyaya Zhuravka, Novosergiyevka

(Kharkiv region), and Mayaki (DNR).

In Krasny Liman, the 25th Army's assault units continue their

advance in the western direction ---- and the destruction of

Ukrainian Armed Forces formations. Over the course of a

day, the Russian Armed Forces captured 5 strongholds
- and seized 57 buildings.

To isolate the combat zone on the western outskirts of Krasny

Lyman, Russian Aerospace Forces crews dropped FAB-500

aerial bombs on Ukrainian militants who were trying to

flee the city to the Golubye Ozera recreation centre.

As a result, up to 30 Ukrainian military personnel

were killed.

During the day....... the enemy lost up to 40 fighters in Krasny

Liman. Three vehicles, 4 robotic systems, nine UAV control

points, and an ammunition depot were destroyed. In total,

the Zapad's area of responsibility resulted in more than

220 Ukrainian military personnel, a Turkish Kirpi

armoured vehicle, 17 vehicles, two field

artillery pieces, and 3 electronic

warfare stations.

The units of the Southern Group of Forces - in turn, improved

the situation on the front line. The Southern Group's fighters

destroyed the manpower and equipment of 3 mechanized

brigades of the Armed Forces of Ukraine, a marine

infantry brigade, and a territorial defense brigade

in the areas of Druzhkovka, Nikolaevka,

Malinovka, Slavyansk, Kramatorsk,

and Piskunovka, as well as

Vasyutinskoye (DPR).

In Konstantinovka (DPR), South assault units are conducting

active offensive operations in all directions, and they are

continuing to clear and destroy scattered enemy groups

in the southwestern part of the city. Over the past 24

hours, 70 buildings have been liberated, and up to

90 Ukrainian Armed Forces fighters, two self-

propelled guns, 16 vehicles, 21 ground-

based robotic systems, and an

electronic warfare station..

have been destroyed.

In total, Ukraine lost more than 200 military personnel,

two armoured vehicles, 18 cars, three field artillery

pieces, and an electronic warfare station, in

this sector.

Units of the Centre military group -- improved their tactical

position - and defeated formations of the mechanized and

airborne assault brigades of the Armed Forces of Ukraine

the marines brigade --- and two brigades of the National

Guard in the areas of Novogrigorovka (Dnepropetrovsk

region), Krasnoyarskoye, Svetloye, Gruzskoye,

Annovka, and Belitskoye (DNR).

In this area, the Ukrainian Armed Forces lost more than 305

fighters, a Bucephalus armoured personnel carrier, seven
armoured combat vehicles, 4 vehicles, two field artillery

pieces, and two electronic warfare stations.

Units of the Dnipro military group -- defeated formations of the

mechanized brigade, the Ukrainian Armed Forces' unmanned

systems brigade, and the marine infantry brigade ---- in the

areas of Preobrazhenka & Orekhov (Zaporozhye region).

Up to 60 Ukrainian Armed Forces fighters were eliminated

here. 11 vehicles and two electronic warfare stations

were destroyed.

In addition, the Russian Armed Forces have carried out

strikes on Ukraine's fuel, energy, and transportation

infrastructure, fuel depots, locations for the

preparation of long-range UAVs, and

temporary bases for Ukrainian

militants and foreign

mercenaries in

148 areas.

Russian air defense forces shot down 16 guided aerial

bombs, three long-range Flamingo cruise missiles,

and 511 aircraft-type drones... in one day.

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Corporal Makarov shot down two

Ukrainian drones during assault

on enemy positions

June 26th, 9:15pm

(Izvestia.ru)

Corporal Yevgeny Makarov, as part of a unit, provided fire

support to assault units --- when the Armed Forces of

Ukraine (AFU) decided to attack with unmanned

aerial vehicles (UAVs).

The press service of the Russian Ministry of Defense

reported on the feats of Russian Armed Forces

soldiers in the SVO zone.

Makarov noticed the drones approaching, quickly took up

a firing position, and opened fire on the drones with

small arms. He managed to destroy - two drones.

As a result, the assault groups completed the

mission without any personnel losses.

The Ministry of Defense.. also noted the professionalism of

Junior Sergeant Andrey Filippov, who was carrying out a

mission to evacuate the wounded - when he noticed

approaching enemy UAVs.

Filippov decided to use the terrain to take up a convenient

firing position and opened fire on the drones. As a result,

two FPV drones were destroyed.

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How does the Ukrainian Armed Forces

assess the situation on the front line?

June 26th, 9:05pm
(Lenta.ru)

In late May, Syrsky announced that the Ukrainian Armed Forces

would shift from a “war of attrition” to an asymmetric strategy

due to resource constraints. According to him, in order to

halt the Russian advance, the Ukrainian military would

“effectively counterattack and strike at the Russian

rear, including deep within their territory.”

As stated the commander-in-chief of the Armed Forces of

Ukraine in an interview with The Times, the Russian

Armed Forces.. continue to use the “tactics of a

thousand cuts” that proved to be effective, in

2025 ---- in the form of small assault groups

penetrating deep into Ukrainian positions.

According to his assessment, Russia's

military also uses about 6-7 thousand

FPV drones per day along the entire

front line.

A Ukrainian Armed Forces soldier with the call sign Mukhnoy

complained about the Russian army's advance --- in the key

city of Konstantinovka in the Donetsk People's Republic,

particularly in the area of a former chemical plant.

According to him, the Russian military is expanding its

influence in the city and consolidating its positions

---- through successful strikes against Ukrainian

drone operators.

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Swiss Intelligence Says Russia

Has the Upper Hand in the

Ukraine Conflict

June 26th, 6:48pm

(Izvestia.ru)

Russia outnumbers Ukraine in terms of equipment and

personnel, which has a key impact on the situation on

the line of contact. This, is according to the annual

report published by the Swiss Federal Intelligence

Service on June 26.

"Russia is superior to Ukraine -- in terms of both equipment

and personnel. The lack of personnel creates weaknesses

in Ukraine's defense, leading to territorial losses,"

the report states.

Swiss intelligence also believes that Russian troops

continue to advance on the front lines, and this

trend is expected to continue in the future.

At the same time, experts emphasize that Kiev still needs

foreign support, primarily in the form of funding, air

defense systems, artillery, long-range weapons,

and intelligence information. However, the

amount of such assistance has....

recently decreased.

At a meeting with military university graduates, Putin said

that Russia would respond quickly and adequately to any

external threats.

Russian President Vladimir Putin said on June 23 that in

all areas of the line of combat contact, the Russian

Army “is pushing” the Armed Forces of Ukraine.

According to the head of state, there is not a

single front where the situation would be

in the opposite direction.

On the same day, the head of state emphasized that

many types of weapons used by Russian troops -

have undergone qualitative development since

the start of the special military operation.

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Belousov: It is necessary -----

to counteract Nazi ideology

June 26th, 12:28pm

(RT.ru)

It is necessary to counteract Nazi ideology and prevent
attempts to falsify history - in order to prevent a new
global catastrophe. This... was stated by Russian
Defense Minister Andrey Belousov on June 26.

The corresponding greeting of the Minister to the participants of

the IV International Anti-Fascist Congress in Minsk, the text of

which is quoted by the agency RIA Novosti, was read by his

deputy — the head of the Main Military and Political

Directorate of the Armed Forces of the Russian

Federation, General of the Army,

Viktor Goremykin.

In his address, Belousov noted that... 80 years after the Red Army

defeated Nazi Germany and its allies, the memory of the horrors

of racism and xenophobia, the destruction of cities, and the

millions of deaths ....is being erased, in several countries.

"Our duty is to counteract Nazi ideology, stop attempts to

falsify the events of World War II, and prevent a new

global catastrophe," Goremykin quoted the

minister as saying.

The Russian Defense Minister wished the forum participants

a meaningful discussion and effective solutions that would

contribute to achieving peace on earth.

Russian President Vladimir Putin on June 23rd said that the Kiev

regime can be described only as neo-Nazi - nothing like this has

existed, since the Second World War. According to the head of

state, the Ukrainian authorities glorify the Nazis and, at the

state level, justify their crimes.

On June 21, Alexey Pushkov, head of the Federation Council's

(FS) Commission on Information Policy, stated that Russia's

accusations of neo-Nazism against Ukraine are receiving

new confirmation and support ----- in several countries.

He also noted that, in his opinion, a number of European

politicians .....do not attach importance to these issues.

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TCK, weapons depots, and an oil refinery - were hit:

Russian troops launched a group strike on targets

in Kiev and Kremenchuk

by Anastasia Stepanova

June 26th, 11:41am

(RT.ru)

Last night, the Russian Armed Forces carried out a group strike

on the TSK and weapons storage facilities in Kiev, as well as

on an oil refinery in Kremenchuk, according to the Ministry

of Defense.

In just one week -- Russian forces have carried out five group

strikes, targeting military-industrial complexes, ammunition

and fuel depots, and the enemy's energy and transport

infrastructure. According to the Ministry of Defense,

the Ukrainian Armed Forces have lost over 10,000

fighters during this period.

On the night of June 26, Russian troops launched a group

strike against a number of military facilities in Ukraine.

This was reported in the daily briefing by the Russian

Ministry of Defense on the progress of the SVO.

"Tonight, a group strike was carried out using high-precision

weapons and long-range UAVs, which resulted in the

destruction of a territorial recruitment centre... and

weapons storage facilities in the city of Kyiv -- as

well as an oil refinery in the city of Kremenchuk

in the Poltava region," the ministry said.

From June 20 to 26, in response to the terrorist attacks by

the Armed Forces of Ukraine, the Russian army carried

out five group strikes on targets in Ukraine.

These targets included military-industrial complexes, fuel

and energy infrastructure.. ammunition and fuel depots,

assembly and storage facilities for long-range drones,

as well as temporary locations for Ukrainian fighters

and foreign mercenaries.

Over the course of a week, Russian air defense forces shot

down 89 guided aerial bombs, five British air-launched

Storm Shadow missiles, six HIMARS rockets, and

4,562 aircraft-type drones.

Situation on the contact line

During this time, units of the Northern Group of Forces,

established control over the village of Ivolzhanskoye

(Sumy Region), as well as defeated the manpower

and equipment of the motorized infantry... six

mechanized brigades - of the Armed Forces

of Ukraine, 2 territorial defense brigades

--- and a brigade of the National Guard.

In total -- the enemy lost over 1,575 troops, 5 armoured combat

vehicles, 88 vehicles, 12 field artillery pieces, 2 MLRS combat

vehicles, and 11 electronic and counter-battery warfare

stations, in this area.

Units of the Zapad military group improved their tactical position

and defeated the formations of three mechanized and assault

brigades of the Armed Forces of Ukraine, 2 marine infantry

brigades, and three territorial defense brigades.

In Krasny Liman (DNR), the 25th Army's assault units continued

to destroy scattered Ukrainian Armed Forces units for a week.

During this time, Russian forces captured 50 strongholds and

liberated 327 buildings, while the enemy lost over 220

personnel, four armoured vehicles, two field artillery

pieces, and ten vehicles.

In total, the West's area of responsibility resulted in the loss of

more than 1,510 Ukrainian troops, 101 vehicles, 23 armoured

combat vehicles, and 16 field artillery pieces. Additionally,

five electronic warfare stations, were destroyed.

Units of the Southern Group of Forces advanced into the depth

of the enemy's defense. The "South" fighters destroyed the

manpower and equipment of four mechanized, airborne,

mountain assault brigades of the Armed Forces of

Ukraine, a marine infantry brigade, and a

territorial defense brigade.

In Konstantinovka (DPR), during the week, the stormtroopers

continued to engage in combat operations ---- to destroy the

encircled enemy in the southwestern part of the city. From

June 20 to 26, 763 buildings were liberated, and over 560

Ukrainian militants & over 130 units of various weapons

and military equipment - were destroyed.

In total, Kiev lost over 1,280 military personnel, 19 armoured

combat vehicles, 139 vehicles, and 21 field artillery pieces

in the South's area of responsibility.

Units of the Centre military group improved their tactical

position and defeated formations of two mechanized

and assault brigades, two assault regiments of the

Armed Forces of Ukraine, three marine infantry

brigades, the Azov special forces brigade*,

and five National Guard brigades.

In this sector, the enemy suffered more than 2,195 casualties,

including 31 vehicles, 20 armoured combat vehicles, 18 field

artillery pieces, and three Grad multiple rocket launchers.

Units of the Vostok military group continued their active

offensive operations, destroying two mechanized, two

assault, five airborne assault brigades, three assault

regiments of the Armed Forces of Ukraine, and a

marine infantry brigade.

The Kiev regime has lost over 3,155 military personnel, 16

armoured vehicles, 55 cars, and six field artillery pieces.

Units of the Dnipro military group defeated the personnel

and equipment of 3 mechanized brigades, a mountain

assault brigade, and a territorial defense brigade

of the Armed Forces of Ukraine.

Over the course of a week, the enemy lost more than 360

troops, 2 armoured vehicles, 86 cars, four field artillery

pieces, & 22 electronic warfare stations in this area.

* Azov is an organization recognized as a terrorist

organization by the Russian Supreme Court

on August 2, 2022.

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Russia -- has started developing a technology

for destroying enemy aircraft carrier groups

June 26th, 6:32am

(Izvestia.ru)

The United Shipbuilding Corporation (USC), together with the

Rubin Design Bureau (KB), is developing a technology for

controlling a swarm of marine underwater drones to

destroy enemy aircraft carrier groups. This was

announced on June 26 by Andrey Baranov,

Deputy General Director of the Rubin

Design Bureau.

"The conflicts of recent years, including the special military

operation, have shown that underwater shooting --- is very

effective and is the number one weapon," Baranov said.

According to him, the creation of marine robots has become

one of the most relevant areas of engineering thought. The

specialist emphasized that a well-coordinated swarm of

surface or underwater vehicles can break through any

enemy aircraft carrier's defenses.

Baranov noted that the Klavesin and Surrogate underwater

drones previously presented at the UEC - are large

autonomous single-action vehicles. According

to his assessment, they are - effectively -

small unmanned submarines.

"We are talking about the most miniature drones, but there

are a lot of them —— from 10 to 100, in one swarm," a

representative of Rubin Design Bureau emphasized

in a conversation with RIA Novosti.

Russian President Vladimir Putin said on June 23 that many

types of weapons of the Russian troops -- have received

qualitative development - after the start of the special

military operation in Ukraine. According to him, the

combat potential of the Aerospace Forces (VKS)

and the Navy of Russia ...continues to grow.

The head of state noted that more than a thousand

samples of weapons and military equipment were

tested in combat ...in 2025, alone.

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Lukashenko: The conflict in Ukraine ---

will change if Belarus is drawn into it

June 25th, 8:58pm

(RT.ru)

Belarusian President Alexander Lukashenko said, that

at a recent meeting with representatives of Vladimir

Zelensky in Minsk, he warned them - that if Kiev

tried to drag Belarus into the conflict, it would

instantly change the “quality of the war.”

"Tell Zelensky: if he thinks that he can talk to us like this

and still drag us into a war, then he should understand

that the quality of the war will change instantly. This

will be a completely different kind of war," he said,

RIA Novosti reports.

According to him, the Ukrainian side understands

this ....and has already given its response.

Lukashenko noted that Belarus does not need

to get involved in the Ukrainian conflict.

He also said that Belarus will be

close to Russia in any situation.

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A resident of Konstantinovka: Kiev's Armed

Forces --- set fire to a church with civilians

in it ....in the city

June 25th, 8:01pm

(RT.ru)

Ukrainian militants deliberately set fire to a church

in Konstantinovka, where civilians were hiding.

Maxim Plyushko, an evacuated resident

of the city, told TASS about this.

"We were sitting in the temple. There's nothing sacred,

and they set fire to the temple at two o'clock in the

morning. There are people there," he said.

Plyushko noted - that there were 19 people in the

church. Six of them have been evacuated so far.

Plyushko also described.. how the Ukrainian occupiers

attacked the first group of people with an FPV drone

during their evacuation from Konstantinovka.

Earlier, Russian President Vladimir Putin said

that Russian troops, are now practically...

“completing” Konstantinovka.

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Zakharova: Russia warned the US:

about its position on military aid

to Ukraine

June 25th, 2:30pm

(RT.ru)

Russia has repeatedly notified the United States about its

position on providing military assistance to Ukraine,

according to Maria Zakharova, a spokesperson

for the Russian Foreign Ministry.

"The use of Western weapons by the Kiev regime -- is

impossible without the direct involvement of foreign

specialists who provide operation and guidance.

The West is fully involved in this regard," she

said... at a briefing.

According to her, Kiev's use of Western high-tech weapons

is impossible without foreign specialists' involvement.

Moscow has warned London and Paris about their

responsibility for the escalation.

It is clarified that the US side is also aware of Russia's position,

and the transfer of weapons to Kiev could have unpredictable

consequences for regional security.

Earlier, Parisien, citing Western diplomatic sources, reported

that the G7 countries are planning to produce long-range

missiles in Ukraine.

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Attacks on the fuel and energy sector, fuel depots, and

UAV launch sites: Russian troops have hit Ukrainian

military facilities

by Anastasia Stepanova

June 25th, 12:03pm

(RT.ru)

According to the Ministry of Defense, the Russian army has

destroyed Ukraine's fuel, energy, and transportation

infrastructure, as well as fuel depots and enemy

long-range UAV launch sites.

In Krasny Liman, the Russian Armed Forces have captured nine

more Ukrainian strongholds and occupied 38 buildings, while

in Konstantinovka, they have liberated 127 buildings in a

single day. During this period, the Russian air defense

forces have downed 17 aerial bombs, two HIMARS

missiles, and 762 Ukrainian drones.

Russian troops have destroyed the fuel and energy infrastructure,

fuel depots, and launch sites for long-range enemy UAVs, as

well as temporary bases for Ukrainian armed groups and

foreign mercenaries in 149 areas. This was reported in

the daily briefing by the Russian Ministry of Defence

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.

Russian air defense forces shot down 17 guided aerial

bombs, two HIMARS missiles, and 762 aircraft-type

UAVs in a single day.

Situation on the contact line

The units of the Northern Group of Forces improved their tactical

position during the day, destroying the manpower & equipment

of the mechanized, airborne brigades of the Armed Forces of

Ukraine and the Territorial Defense Brigade in the areas of

Ivotka, Tolstodubovo, and Kiyanitsa (Sumy Region).

In the Kharkiv Region, the formations of two mechanized,

motorized infantry brigades of the Armed Forces of

Ukraine and the Territorial Defense Brigade, were

defeated in the areas of Zemlyanoy Yar, Losevka

plus Petro-Ivanovka, and Kazachya Lopan.

In this area, the enemy lost over 290 fighters, 15

vehicles, two field artillery pieces, and five

electronic warfare stations.

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

advantageous positions. The formations of three

mechanized brigades, an assault brigade, a

marine infantry brigade, and a territorial

defense brigade were defeated in the

areas... of Nizhnyaya Zhuravka,

Podliman (Kharkiv region),

and Shchurovo (DPR).

In Krasny Liman (DPR), the assault units of the 25th Army

--- continue to destroy the scattered formations of the

Armed Forces of Ukraine. Over the past 24 hours,

the Russian Armed Forces have captured nine

more enemy strongholds and occupied 38

buildings. In the city, up to 35 Ukrainian

soldiers have been killed, two vehicles,

eight ground-based robotic systems,

and two ammunition depots....

have been destroyed.

In total, Kiev's losses in the "West" area of responsibility

amounted to more than 220 military personnel, two US

HMMWV armoured vehicles, 17 vehicles, and 3 field

artillery pieces, two ---- of Western manufacture.

The units of the Southern Group of Forces, in turn, improved

their position on the front line. The soldiers of the Southern

Group defeated the formations of 4 mechanized, airborne,

assault, and mountain-assault brigades, of the Armed

Forces of Ukraine & the Territorial Defense Brigade

in the areas of Slavyansk, Kramatorsk, Druzhkovka

....Nikolaevka, Piskunovka, and Malinovka (DPR).

In Konstantinovka, the South's assault troops ------ were actively

engaged in offensive operations, in all directions. The clearing

& destruction of scattered enemy groups in the southwestern

part of the city continued, with 127 buildings liberated in a

single day. Up to 90 Ukrainian Armed Forces fighters, an

artillery piece, 18 vehicles, and 20 ground-based

robotic systems - were eliminated.

In total, the enemy lost more than 210 soldiers, two

armoured vehicles, 20 cars, and 3 field artillery

pieces, in this sector.

Units of the Centre group of forces -- also improved their tactical

position and defeated formations of three mechanized, infantry,

and air assault brigades of the Armed Forces of Ukraine, two

marine infantry brigades, and three brigades of the National

Guard in the areas of Zolotoy Kolodez, Gruzskoye,

Novogrishino, Dobropolye, Vasilevka (DPR), and

Novopavlovka (Dnepropetrovsk region).

The Ukrainian Armed Forces lost over 320 soldiers, three

armoured vehicles, six cars, three field artillery pieces,

and three electronic warfare stations.

Meanwhile, units of the Vostok group of forces - have advanced

...into the depths of the enemy's defenses. They have inflicted

damage on the manpower and equipment of two mechanized,

2 assault, 4 airborne-assault brigades, 4 assault regiments

of the Armed Forces of Ukraine, and a marine infantry

brigade -- in the areas of Kolomiitsy, Podgavrilovka,

Pokrovskoye, Malinovka (Dnepropetrovsk region),

Barvinovka, Svoboda, and Omelnik

(Zaporozhye region).

In this area, the enemy lost up to 495 soldiers, an

armoured combat vehicle, 9 vehicles, a Grad

MLRS combat vehicle, and an artillery gun.

Meanwhile, units of the Dnipro military group - have defeated

three mechanized brigades of the Ukrainian Armed Forces

in the areas of Kushugum and Razumovka

(Zaporozhye region).

Up to 50 military personnel - were eliminated here. Seven

vehicles & 4 electronic warfare stations were destroyed.

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Zelensky is exposed in the US

by Ekaterina Shcherbakova

(night line editor)

June 25th, 1:43am

(Lenta.ru)

Former CIA Ray McGovern revealed on YouTube channel

whose protection the President of Ukraine Volodymyr

Zelensky counts on.

McGovern is confident that the Ukrainian leader is heavily

influenced by neo-Nazis and is forced to appease them

in order to keep his position and his life.

As an example, the expert cited the recent situation, with

the exhumation and reburial with honours of an infamous

Ukrainian neo-Nazi.

"Why does Zelensky think this is a good idea? That's the

main question, I think. And the answer, I think, is that

he's either completely aligned with the Nazis, with

the neo-Nazis," McGovern said.

According to the analyst, Zelensky is under the direct

influence of the Nazis, or simply not free from them,

and he has to show them special attention.

"In other words, they [the neo-Nazis] are his last resort,

and he has to rely on them. He's trying to appease

them with ostentatious gestures," Ray

McGovern concluded.

Earlier, Russia announced that Ukraine is turning into

a monster that lacks - not only an historical - but
also a moral... memory.

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The Russian Army eliminated an officer

who was protecting the Ukrainian

Armed Forces' foreign advisers

June 24th, 10:55pm

(Izvestia.ru)

Russian servicemen killed a Ukrainian officer who served in

a classified unit that provided security for foreign advisers

of the Armed Forces of Ukraine (AFU). This was reported

by Russian security agencies on June 25.

It is noted that the death of the Ukrainian Armed Forces'

foreign advisers.. is unlikely to be confirmed by anyone.

"It is reported --- that our troops have destroyed Lieutenant

Alexander Sergeevich Popilevich of the Ukrainian Armed

Forces (born on March 14, 1999). The Ukrainian soldier

was serving in a classified unit responsible for

providing security for foreign delegations. It

is likely that this unit was responsible for

protecting Western advisers..... whose

deaths are unlikely to be confirmed,"

according to a report by TASS.

On June 24, Russian military personnel used FPV drones to

eliminate the latest US-made MAAWLR (Mobile Anti-Air

Weapons Launcher Reconfigurable)... anti-aircraft

missile system, which was used by the Armed

Forces of Ukraine, in the Kharkiv region.

For the first time, the weapon was presented in September

last year, at the military exhibition Air, Space and Cyber

Conference, held in the US state of Maryland.

________________________________________________

Ukrainian media reports on abuse in camps

for those mobilized for the Armed Forces

of Ukraine

June 24th, 9:50pm

(Izvestia.ru)

Soldiers of the Armed Forces of Ukraine are being beaten

and humiliated in training camps where forcibly mobilized

are sent. This was reported by the Ukrainian publication

Strana.ua on June 24.

"Most often, beatings and humiliations occur at the stage of

"overexposure" of new conscripts in the Armed Forces of

Ukraine. We are talking about special camps that are

designed to accommodate those who have already

been called up and mobilized, but have not yet

gone to the BZVP (the basic combined arms

training course) or directly to the front,"

the publication says.

It is noted that most of those who were forcibly

mobilized are actually unfit for military service.

"Currently, 90% of those who have been mobilized are not

suitable for combat missions: a huge number of people

have a lot of illnesses, many - are alcoholics and drug

addicts and only a small portion can actually serve,"

said the Ukrainian Armed Forces captain.

The Ukrainian State Bureau of Investigations reported on June

24 that the heads of one of the district territorial recruitment

centers (TCC, an analogue of the military enlistment office

in Ukraine) in the Mykolaiv region will be tried on charges

of torture and the illegal deprivation of freedom of a

father of many children during mobilization.

Doctors diagnosed the victim with a concussion, a broken arm

and a rib, numerous abrasions, as well as infected wounds.

_______________________________________________

Corporal Vakhrushev ----- provided protection

for Russian units from UAVs in the SVO zone

June 24th, 9pm

(Izvestia.ru)

Corporal Yuri Vakhrushev was on combat duty at the post

when the command received information about three

unmanned aerial vehicles of the Armed Forces of

Ukraine ...approaching Russian positions.

The press service of the Russian Ministry of Defense reported

on the feats of the military personnel of the Armed Forces of

the Russian Federation in the area of the SVO.

Vakhrushev immediately ordered the unit to use electronic

warfare equipment (EWO). As a result, the enemy UAVs

were suppressed, and the drones lost control and

crashed ......at a safe distance from the

Russian positions.

The Ministry of Defense also noted the professionalism of

Captain Ivan Fominykh, who provided artillery support

to Russian units in the SVO zone.

A Russian Armed Forces mortar team was attacked by an

enemy UAV, and the team leader was wounded. Fomin

quickly organized the evacuation of the injured man

and... took over command. Fomin's artillery team

eliminated three Ukrainian armoured vehicles,

and a significant number of enemy personnel.

____________________________________________

Three people were killed... and four others

were injured in the DPR by drone attacks

June 24th, 7:05pm

(DAN.ru)

Three civilians of the Republic were killed as a result

of enemy drone attacks. This was reported by the

Head of the DPR, Denis Pushilin.

He specified that the victims were residents of Gorlovka

— a 2004-born boy and women, born in 1951 and 1939.

Another woman... born in 1975 was injured. As a

reminder, a Ukrainian drone attacked a multi-

apartment residential building, causing an

entire building to collapse.

In the Volnovakha district, two men born in 1981 and 1966

were injured during field work, and another man born in

1970 was wounded on the Donetsk-Mariupol highway

near the village of Kalinino.

All victims are provided with medical assistance.

Since the beginning of the day, two residential buildings, a

bus, special equipment, eight trucks, and a car have been

damaged in Donetsk, Gorlovka, Mariupol, Svetlodarsk,

Ugligorok, and on the Donetsk-Mariupol highway.

___________________________________________________

Miller: After Ukraine's defeat -- the Kiev

leadership will be completely replaced

June 24th, 5:12pm

(RT.ru)

Ukraine will lose the conflict with Russia, and the entire

political leadership in Kiev will change, former Polish

Prime Minister Leszek Miller said.

This was reported by the Polish magazine Wprost.

"Ukraine continues to follow the Banderite course, and

all this will end badly for Ukraine. It will lose the war

with Russia, and there will be a change of the

entire political leadership," Miller said.

Earlier, Rodion Miroshnik, Ambassador-at-Large of the

Russian Foreign Ministry, told RT that Kiev is trying

to compensate for its military defeat --------- with

terrorist acts.

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Mash: Hackers have breached the database

of the Ukrainian General Staff and learned

about Ukraine's losses in the special

military operation

June 24th, 4:47pm

(RT.ru)

Hackers - have hacked the database of the Ukrainian General

Staff, the Central Commission for Control, Ukrainian medical

organizations, and morgues, revealing that Ukraine has

lost 2.4 million soldiers in the four-year conflict.

According to Mash, more than 400,000 of them... were killed in

2026. This is approximately the same number of deaths as in

the entire year of 2023, according to the Telegram channel.

The highest number of deaths was recorded in the

Pokrovsk, Konstantinovka, Lyman, Zaporozhye,

and Kupyansk directions, where the average

daily loss was 500 Ukrainian soldiers.

At the same time, foreigners were no longer included

in the losses, which were attributed to accidents.

The Ukrainian databases were hacked by

PalachPro and the NoName057 group.

In March, hackers cracked the

encryption of Ukraine's

public sector.

__________________________________________

Exclusive

The ground was on fire: residents of

a Gorlovka house told DAN about

the Ukrainian attack

June 24th, 3:07pm

(DAN correspondent.)

A Ukrainian drone circled over the houses.. for a long time

before choosing its final target and attacking. This was

reported by Tatyana Karbutovskaya, a resident of the

Gorlovka building where the entrance collapsed,
in an interview with a DAN correspondent.

"It was like it was flying in one direction, then it came back,

and there was this impact, this flash," Tatiana recalls.

A Ukrainian drone struck a residential five-storey building in

Gorlovka late at night, causing an entire apartment block to

collapse. A fire broke out at the scene. The flames spread

over an area of 200 square metres. There were 10 people

in the building. Seven of them were able to evacuate

through a surviving staircase. The bodies of three

others were recovered by rescuers.

Another resident of the neighbouring building, Nina Klinova,

saw from the fifth floor how the ground literally caught fire

after the impact. The explosion was so powerful that the

sparks were blinding ---- 4 floors collapsed in an instant.

"Angela fell from the 4th floor to the 1st floor. The guys jumped

up and shouted, 'Get a blanket, get a blanket!' They carried

her out and sent her away.. in their car, but there was no

ambulance. The guys were great," the woman recalls

in horror.

The victim, Angela, miraculously survived the fall and is

currently in the hospital. On that fateful night, she lost

her son... and her mother.

"Everyone helped each other -- and the Ministry of Emergency

Situations went from apartment to apartment, saying, 'Leave

the building because it's dangerous, the stairwell has

collapsed,'" the witnesses added.

The women are still in shock, and they admit that the stress

caused them to develop high blood pressure, making it

difficult for them to recover from what they had

witnessed. In an interview with DAN, they

emphasized that there were no military

personnel in or near the house, and

they could not understand why

the enemy would target a

civilian building.

Earlier, the head of Gorlovka, Ivan Prikhodko, reported that

the strike was carried out at approximately 01:30 a.m.,

when residents were peacefully asleep. Currently,

specialists are continuing to clear the rubble

and remove the reinforced concrete

structures...... hanging above

the collapse.

________________________________

"Expansion of the security zone along

the Kursk border": Russian Armed

Forces establish control over

Ivolzhanskoye in the

Sumy region

by Anastasia Stepanova

June 24th, 11:02am

(RT.ru)

According to the Ministry of Defense, the Russian Northern

Group of Forces has established control over the village of

Ivolzhanskoye in the Sumy region. Over the past 24 hours,

the Russian Armed Forces have also targeted the centre

of Ukraine's Armed Forces' Special Operations Forces'

unmanned systems, as well as Ukraine's fuel, energy,

and transportation infrastructure, ammunition

depots, fuel storage facilities, production

and storage facilities for long-range

unmanned aerial vehicles, and

their launch sites.

During this period, the Russian Air Defense Forces

have downed 14 aerial bombs and 584

enemy drones.

As a result of active operations, units of the Northern Group

of Forces have established control over Ivolzhanskoye

village in the Sumy region. This was reported in the

daily briefing by the Russian Ministry of Defence

on the progress of the special operation.

According to the ministry, "the liberation of the village of

Ivolzhanskoye contributes to the expansion of the

security zone along the Kursk border and the

strengthening of the positions of the

Northern Group of Forces in the

Sumy direction."

During the day, the Sever fighters also destroyed the manpower

and equipment of two territorial defense brigades in the areas

of Tolstodubovo, Bachevsk, Krasnopolye, & Lesnoye (Sumy

region). In the Kharkiv region, the formations of three

mechanized, 2 motorized infantry brigades of the

Armed Forces of Ukraine, and two territorial

defense brigades - were defeated in the

areas of..... Rubizhne, Izbitskoye,

Kazachya Lopan, Kolodezne,

Vodyanoye, Makarovo,

Olkhovatka, and

Sosnovy Bor.

Here, the enemy lost over 215 fighters, five vehicles,

an artillery gun, a US' BRAWLR anti-aircraft missile

system, and an air target detection radar station.

During the same period, units of the Western Group of Forces

- occupied more advantageous positions. They defeated the

personnel and equipment, of two mechanized brigades, an

assault brigade, a brigade of the Ukrainian General Staff's

security forces, and two marine infantry brigades in the

areas of Smorodkovka, Iziumskoye, Stetskivka,

Gusinka, Selishche, Nizhnyaya Zhuravka,

Staroverivka (Kharkiv Region),

and Volchiy Yar (DPR).

In Krasny Lyman, the assault units of the 25th Army continue to

destroy the scattered units of the Armed Forces of Ukraine. By

advancing in the western direction, the Russian Armed Forces

have captured five more enemy strongholds and 43 buildings.

They have also completed the destruction of Ukrainian

militants from the 120th Territorial Defense Brigade,

who were blocked in the northwestern part of

the city.

During the day, up to 30 militants...... were eliminated in Krasny

Liman, and a pickup truck, two ATVs, four remotely controlled

robotic systems, and nine UAV control points were destroyed.

In total, the enemy's losses in the "West" area of

responsibility amounted to over 210 soldiers,

two armoured vehicles, 15 pickup trucks,

and an artillery gun.

The units of the Southern Group of Forces, in turn... improved the

situation on the front line. The soldiers of the Southern Group of

Forces defeated the formations of five mechanized, mountain-

assault, airborne, and assault brigades of the Armed Forces

of Ukraine and the Marine Infantry Brigade in the areas of

Alekseevo-Druzhkovka, Nikolaypolye, Nikolaevka, and

Kramatorsk (DNR).

In Konstantinovka (DPR), the South assault units continued their

offensive in the southwestern part of the city, destroying

scattered enemy groups and individual militants.

Over the course of the day, 114 buildings

were liberated in the city.

In Konstantinovka, the Armed Forces of Ukraine.... lost up to 30

fighters, an armoured vehicle, 13 cars, 2 ATVs, three artillery

pieces, 21 ground-based robotic systems, & 21 UAV control

points. In total, Kiev lost up to 205 military personnel, two

KAZAK armoured vehicles, 18 cars, five field artillery

pieces, and an electronic warfare station.... in the

South sector.

Meanwhile, units of the Centre military group improved their

tactical position and defeated formations of 4 mechanized,
assault, and airborne brigades, a brigade of unmanned

systems, an assault regiment of the Armed Forces of

Ukraine, a marine infantry brigade, four brigades of

the National Guard, a territorial defense brigade,

and the Azov special forces brigade* ...in the

areas of...... Dobropolye, Zolotoy Kolodez,

Svetloe, Sergeevka, Veseloye, Ivanovka,

Novovodyanoye, Gruzskoye (DNR),

as well as Novotroitskoye and

Novopavlovka........ in the

Dnepropetrovsk Region.

In this area, Ukraine lost more than 310 military personnel,

an armoured combat vehicle, six vehicles, two artillery

pieces, and two electronic warfare stations.

Units of the Vostok military group continued to advance into the

depths of the enemy's defenses. They inflicted damage on the

personnel and equipment of three mechanized, four airborne

assault, two assault brigades, a battalion of unmanned

systems, three assault regiments of the Armed Forces

of Ukraine, and a marine infantry brigade in the areas

of Aleksandrovka, Gavrilovka, Podgavrilovka, Dibrova,
Prosyanaya, Ivanovka, Malinovka, Malomikhailovka,

and Pokrovskoye (Dnepropetrovsk region).

In this area, the enemy lost up to 465 soldiers,

an armoured combat vehicle, a field artillery

gun, and eight vehicles.

Meanwhile, units of the Dnipro military group defeated

formations of the Ukrainian Armed Forces' heavy

mechanized brigade ------- in the areas of

Malokaterinovka in the Zaporozhye

Region) and Novoaleksandrovka

(Kherson Region).

Up to 50 Ukrainian Armed Forces fighters were eliminated here.

A US' HIMARS MLRS launcher, six vehicles, and 3 electronic

warfare stations ...were destroyed.

In addition, the Russian Armed Forces have targeted the centre

of the Ukrainian Armed Forces' special operations forces'

unmanned systems, Ukraine's fuel, energy, & transport
infrastructure, ammunition depots, and fuel storage

facilities used by the Ukrainian Armed Forces, as

well as production and storage facilities for long

-range UAVs, their launch sites, and temporary

locations for Ukrainian fighters and foreign

mercenaries.... in 143 areas.

Russian air defense forces shot down 14 guided

aerial bombs and 584 aircraft-type drones

in a single day.

* Azov is an organization recognized as a
terrorist organization by the Russian

Supreme Court on August 2, 2022.

_____________________________________

CBS News reported on US plans

to create combat training

grounds... in Ukraine

June 23rd, 11pm

(Izvestia.ru)

The US Army plans to create two specialized training grounds

that will reproduce the conditions of combat operations in

Ukraine with the active use of drones. This was reported

by the CBS News TV channel on June 23, citing US

Secretary of the Army, Daniel Driscoll.

"You can simulate the entire situation of combat operations,

as well as organize joint work of manufacturers of drones

and developers of anti-drone tools," he said, in

the publication.

In addition, the United States is considering the possibility
of creating a global test site outside the country.... for
conducting larger-scale tests, including hypersonic
technologies.

In the deep military recruitment office: Ukraine is tightening

its mobilization again. The country is discussing the

opening of rural TSKs and the digital registration

of conscripts.

Retired U.S. Army Lieutenant Colonel Daniel Davie said on

May 25, that the further development of the Russian-

Ukrainian conflict could become unpredictable

....after the Russian Foreign Ministry's

statements about the possibility

of strikes on Kyiv.

__________________________________________

Lieutenant Silivanov led the assault on

an AFU stronghold in the SVO zone

June 23rd, 9:15pm

(Izvestia.ru)

Lieutenant Ruslan Silivanov, commander of a motorized rifle

platoon, commanded the unit during the assault on a

stronghold of the Armed Forces of Ukraine (AFU).

The press service of the Russian MoD reported

on the feats of Russian Armed Forces soldiers

in the zone of the special military operation.

The assault groups, one of which was led by Silivanov himself,

approached the enemy's stronghold stealthily, using the

terrain's features for concealed movement.

The Russian soldiers surprised the enemy, who had not yet

prepared, by attacking their firing positions and then

storming the stronghold, which was successfully

occupied in a short period of time. During the

assault, several soldiers were injured, and

Silivanov promptly organized first aid

and their subsequent evacuation.

The Russian Ministry of Defense also noted the professionalism

of Corporal Pavel Alekseyev, who provided fire support to

Russian assault groups as part of a howitzer

artillery battery.

When enemy attack drones attacked the assault troops,

Alekseyev organized artillery fire on the launch points

of the Ukrainian drones.

The targets were detected ..using aerial reconnaissance, and

Alekseyev received the coordinates and launched the attack.

As a result, the Ukrainian drone crews ---- suffered

significant losses.

_____________________________________

The Ukrainian Armed Forces Brigade

requested a thousand body bags

by Marina Sovina (night editor)

June 23rd, 6:34pm

(Lenta.ru)

The command of the 119th separate territorial defense brigade

of the Armed Forces of Ukraine appealed to the relatives of

the missing fighters. A source in the Russian security

forces, told RIA Novosti about this.

According to his information, the family was asked to provide

the unit with bags for storing and transporting the remains.

There are a thousand such bags.

Earlier, it was reported that in the village of Bolshaya Rybitsa

in the Sumy region, the Ukrainian military burned several

residential buildings that contained the bodies of

soldiers from the 21st Separate Mechanized

Brigade of the Armed Forces of Ukraine.

The Russian side allowed them to be evacuated from

the contact line ..during the ceasefire period. After

the arson, the fate of the remains ...is unknown.

In January, the adviser to the head of the Donetsk People's

Republic, Igor Kimakovsky, reported that military mobile
crematoriums were appearing at the positions of the

Armed Forces of Ukraine. The official explained

that the bodies are being burned to hide the

true level of losses among personnel.

________________________________________

Rostec has announced improvements to

the T-90 tank based on the experience

of the special military operation

June 23rd, 6:11pm

(Izvestia.ru)

The main tank of the Russian army, the T-90 Proryv, is being

improved by specialists based on feedback from Russian

soldiers in the special military operation zone (SMO).

This was reported by the press service of the

Rostec state corporation on June 23.

"The T-90 is a well-known tank. It has become more powerful

and more protected. This process is ongoing. The vehicle

continues to be improved. Our specialists are enhancing

the equipment --- based on the new challenges coming

from the front lines," the Telegram channel reported.

Nikolai Volobuev, Deputy General Director of the state

corporation, noted --- that the knowledge of the SVO

fighters..... who have real experience working with

equipment, is very useful for updating equipment

and creating new models.

The report specifies that the tank's electronic warfare

system has been significantly improved over the past

few months. It is noted that additional protection for

the engine & transmission compartment has been

added to the upper hemisphere defense.

The press service also reported, that the Uralvagonzavod

continues to work on improving the tank's protection and

enhancing its operational and technical characteristics.

The focus ---- is on increasing the tank's survivability

and crew safety.

"The T-90M is a beast, not a car! It's good

at cross-country driving .......and is fast."

Rostec said on May 7 that the Russian T-90M, T-72B3M, and

T-80BVM tanks can be considered the best mass-produced

tanks - in the world. This was stated in materials for a

meeting.. between Rostec CEO Sergey Chemezov

and Russia's President, Vladimir Putin. It was

noted that these tanks are highly adaptable

to modern combat conditions.

At the same meeting, Putin noted that Rostec had demonstrated

very good growth in the volume of civilian products during the

special military operation (SVO). Chemezov noted that the

state corporation's profits had quadrupled over the past

10 years. Overall, the revenue from civilian products

amounted to 1 trillion 120 billion rubles.

__________________________________________

UAV --- attacked a car in

Donetsk, injuring a man

June 23rd, 1:40pm

(DAN.ru)

A man born in 1970 was injured in the Petrovsky

District of Donetsk. This was reported today

by the head of the municipal district,

Alexey Kulemzin.

He clarified -- that the man was injured as a result

of a UAV attack -- on a truck belonging to the

municipal enterprise Dorozhnoe Remontno

-Stroitel'noe Upravlenie.

The victim received medical assistance.

The Kiev regime, with the direct support of the West,

is taking out its anger on civilians and civilian

facilities due to its inability to stop the

Russian Armed Forces' advance

in the combat zone.

_________________________________________

Putin said that Russia will go

where it needs to go

June 23rd, 1:04pm

(RT.ru)

Russian President Vladimir Putin said that the country

will get to where it needs to be, commenting on the

situation on the front lines.

"(The guys at the front. — RT) go every single day — we'll

get to where we need to go," the Russian leader said
at a meeting with graduates of higher military

educational institutions.

Putin emphasized that the Russian Armed Forces are

“hammering” the Ukrainian Armed Forces at the

front - every single day.

_____________________________

Progress in all directions: The Russian Armed

Forces have taken up new positions in the

SVO zone and are advancing in Krasny

Liman and Konstantinovka

by Adeline Vishnevskaya

June 23, 2026, 15:00

(RT.ru)

Over the course of the day, air defense systems

shot down five Storm Shadow cruise missiles

Over the past 24 hours, the Russian armed forces have

carried out strikes on Ukraine's fuel and energy sector

and transportation infrastructure, according to the

Ministry of Defense. These targets include fuel

depots used by the Ukrainian Armed Forces,

locations for the production and storage

of drones, and temporary bases for the

Ukrainian Armed Forces and foreign

mercenaries.

Additionally, air defense systems have downed 13 guided aerial

bombs, five Storm Shadow cruise missiles, and 462 drones.

The ministry highlighted the successes of Russian fighters in

the DPR: in Krasny Liman, Russia's Armed Forces captured

five enemy strongholds and cleared 52 buildings of

militants, and in Konstantinovka, they liberated

128 buildings.

At the same time, units of the Northern Group of Forces

improved their tactical position. They defeated the

personnel and equipment of the mechanized

brigade of the Armed Forces of Ukraine

and the territorial defense brigade in

the areas of the settlements of

Volnaya Sloboda, Bachevsk,

and Novaya Sich

(Sumy region).

In the Kharkiv region, the formations of the mechanized and

motorized infantry brigades of the Armed Forces of Ukraine

were defeated in the areas of Kolodezne, Kazachya Lopan,

and Bily Kolodez.

The enemy lost over 215 fighters, 12 vehicles, two

electronic warfare stations, and an Israeli RADA

RPS-42 counter-battery station.

The Western fighters took advantageous positions and lines.

They defeated the manpower and equipment of the

mechanized and assault brigades of the Armed

Forces of Ukraine, the marines brigade, and

the border detachment of the Ukrainian

Border Service in the areas of

Samborovka, Chervony Oskol,

Gusinka (Kharkiv region),

Volchiy Yar, as well as

Shchurovo (DPR).

The Ministry of Defense emphasized that in the village of

Krasny Liman (DPR), the assault units of the 25th Army

continue to conduct offensive operations and destroy

scattered units of the Armed Forces of Ukraine.

"Units of the 67th Motorized Rifle Division captured five

enemy strongholds in the northwestern part of the city

and cleared 52 buildings of Ukrainian armed groups,"

the Defense Ministry said in a statement.

As a result of fire strikes, up to 35 militants, two vehicles,

an ATV, four remotely controlled robotic systems, an

ammunition depot, and 11 UAV control points were

destroyed in the city.

In total, the West Group of Forces lost over 200 enemy

soldiers, a Canadian Senator armoured vehicle, 13

vehicles, two artillery pieces, and an electronic

warfare station.

Meanwhile, the units of the South improved the position

on the front line. They defeated the formations of four

mechanized and mountain-assault brigades of the

Armed Forces of Ukraine in the areas of

Alekseevo-Druzhkovka, Orekhovatka,

Nikolaypolye, Vysokoivanovka,

Piskunovka, Malinovka,

Kramatorsk..... and

Nikolaevka (DNR).

In the village of Konstantinovka (DPR), units and formations of

the Southern Group of Forces continued their offensive in

all directions, destroying scattered enemy groups in the

southwestern part of the village, the ministry added.

128 buildings.. were liberated from Ukrainian militants during

the day. The Armed Forces of Ukraine lost up to 90 militants,

22 vehicles, a field artillery gun, three ATVs, an electronic

warfare station, 29 ground-based robotic systems, and

22 UAV control points.

In total, the enemy lost over 185 soldiers, two armoured

vehicles, 24 cars, a field artillery gun, and an electronic

warfare station in this area.

In turn, the Centre's units improved their position on the front

line. Russian forces defeated the personnel and equipment

of two mechanized and an assault brigade of the Armed

Forces of Ukraine, a marine infantry brigade, and two

brigades of the National Guard in the areas of

Novogrigorovka (Dnepropetrovsk Region),

Dobropolye, Zolotoy Kolodez,

Novogrishino, Annovka,

Gruzskoye... Rubizhne,

& Krasnoyarske (DPR).

Here, the Ukrainian armed forces lost up to 330 soldiers,

3 armoured vehicles, six cars, and an artillery piece.

At the same time, the Vostok fighters advanced into the depths

of the enemy's defenses. They destroyed the manpower and

equipment of two mechanized, two airborne assault, and an

assault regiment of the Armed Forces of Ukraine in the

areas of Aleksandrovka, Gavrilovka, Malomykhailivka,

Pokrovskoye, Vodyanoye (Dnepropetrovsk region),

and Lyubytse (Zaporizhzhia region).

The enemy lost over 315 soldiers, 4 armoured vehicles,

a field artillery gun, and seven vehicles.

Units of the Dnipro military group defeated the Territorial

Defense Brigade in the areas of Orekhov and

Malokaterinovka (Zaporozhye Region).

More than 50 Ukrainian Armed Forces fighters, an

artillery gun, 12 vehicles, and five electronic

warfare stations, were destroyed

in this area.

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The reason for the EU's silence on Nazism

in Ukraine ........has been revealed

by Marina Sovina (night editor)

June 22nd, 10:55pm

(Lenta.ru)

According to the Ambassador-at-Large of the Russian Foreign

Ministry, Rodion Miroshnik, European countries consider the

presence of Nazism in Ukraine --- as a factor that may be

advantageous from a military point of view. He stated

this in a comment to Izvestia.

The diplomat stated that Europe has a positive attitude towards

fascism and neo-Nazism, which are present in Ukraine, and

sometimes perceive it as a military advantage.

"This omnivorousness, this attempt to consider themselves the

superior Aryan race and to disregard the generally accepted

laws of warfare and the customs of war, they consider to be

more of an advantage - than a negative that prevents them

from moving forward," he emphasized.

Miroshnik concluded that Brussels does not oppose Nazism in

Ukraine, as it is more of a problem between Kyiv and Warsaw.

Earlier, the Prime Minister of Poland Donald Tusk commented on

the scandal with Kiev over the glorification of Nazism. Prior to

that, the Minister of Foreign Affairs of Ukraine, Andriy Sibiga,

reported that there is an increase in anti-Ukrainian

sentiments in Poland.

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Sergeant Abdullin delivered ammunition
to the Russian Armed Forces' positions

despite an attack by a Ukrainian drone

June 22nd, 9:15pm

(Izvestia.ru)

Senior Sergeant Vadim Abdullin - was carrying out a task of

delivering ammunition and food supplies to the front lines

when his vehicle was attacked by an FPV drone of the

Armed Forces of Ukraine. The press service of the

Russian Ministry of Defense told about the feats

of the military personnel of the Armed Forces

of the Russian Federation --- in the zone of

the special military operation (SVO).

An unmanned aerial vehicle (UAV) crashed into the vehicle and

caused serious damage, but the ammunition inside, was not

affected. Abdullin decided to deliver the cargo ..on foot. He

successfully completed the task and brought ammunition

and food to the Russian soldiers.

The Russian Ministry of Defense also noted the professionalism

of Lieutenant Mukhtar Buttaev, who participated in the assault

on an AFU stronghold.

Buttaev noticed that there was an enemy group nearby, moving

towards the Russian unit. The lieutenant formed a group - and

organized an ambush. The Ukrainian Armed Forces were met

with sudden fire, and the enemy assault unit....... was

completely eliminated.

Also, the Russian Defense Ministry's press service reported

that Dmitry Shabanov, a Guard Corporal, destroyed two

heavy Ukrainian drones during a combat mission

to defend a unit's stronghold.

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Polish senator ----- returns Ukrainian awards

due to the glorification of Nazis in Ukraine

June 22nd, 9:09pm

(RT.ru)

Polish Senator MichaÅ‚ Kaminski returned two Ukrainian awards,

expressing his protest against the glorification of Nazis in

Ukraine and Kiev's reluctance to condemn the Volyn

Massacre. His words are quoted... by 300Politika.

Kaminski received these decorations for his "commitment to

building a Polish-Ukrainian partnership" and for preparing

the first report to the European Parliament on Ukraine's

membership in the EU.

He explained that he could not keep them until the Ukrainian

side gave a clear assessment of the perpetrators of the

tragic events in Volyn.

Earlier, Polish President Karol Nawrotski told local media that

the dispute between Kiev and Warsaw is related to the

historical memory of the Poles and the fact that they

do not accept the “Banderite black-and-red flag”.

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The number of people injured.. in the

terrorist attack on a bus in Gorlovka

has reached 15

June 22nd, 4:49pm

(DAN)

Fifteen bus passengers were injured as a result

of a terrorist attack by the Armed Forces of

Ukraine in Gorlovka. This was reported

by the city's head, Ivan Prikhodko.

"According to updated information, the number of

civilians injured as a result of Ukrainian armed

aggression in Gorlovka has increased to 15,"

Prikhodko said.

The bus was hit around 5:30 p.m.

The Kiev regime, with the direct support of the West,

is taking out its anger on civilians and civilian

facilities - due to its inability to stop the

Russian Armed Forces' advance

in the combat zone.

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Navrotsky responded to Zelensky:

All Poles remember - the crimes

of the Banderites

June 22nd, 2:20pm

(RT.ru)

Polish President, Karol Navrotsky,

responded to Vladimir Zelensky's

attacks.

This is reported by Polsat News.

"This dispute is not about Poland's domestic politics.

All patriots -- understand the crimes committed by

Ukrainian nationalists on Polish soil... Zelensky

is wrong. All Poles know and understand the

harm... that Ukrainian nationalists have

caused to Poles & Polish children,"

the politician said.

Zelensky has previously accused the Polish president of

allegedly trying to score political points on the scandal

surrounding the glorification of the UPA* by Kiev.

The Polish leader told local media that the dispute between Kiev

and Warsaw is related to the historical memory of the Poles and

their refusal to accept the "Banderite black and red flag."

* The Ukrainian Insurgent Army (UPA) is a Ukrainian organization

that has been recognized as extremist and banned in Russia

(Decision of the Russian Supreme Court dated November

17, 2014).

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Active operations in the South and West: The Russian

Armed Forces - are liberating and clearing buildings

from Ukraine's Armed Forces in Konstantinovka

and Krasny Liman

by Adeline Vishnevskaya

June 22nd, 10:27am

(RT.ru)

The Russian Armed Forces liberated 103 buildings in

Konstantinovka and 46 buildings in Krasny Liman

in one day.

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

oil refineries, fuel and energy complex, and transportation

infrastructure, according to the Ministry of Defense.

They have also targeted fuel depots, drone assembly and storage

facilities, and temporary bases for the Ukrainian Armed Forces

and foreign mercenaries. The ministry has highlighted the

success of the Russian Armed Forces in the Donetsk

People's Republic. In Krasny Liman, Russian forces

have captured ten strongholds and cleared 46

buildings, while in Konstantinovka, they

have liberated 103 buildings.

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

missile forces, and artillery of the Russian Armed Forces have

destroyed Ukraine's oil refining facilities, fuel and energy

infrastructure, and transportation facilities, according

to the Ministry of Defense.

The strikes --- included fuel depots used by the Armed Forces of

Ukraine, assembly and storage sites for long-range drones, as

well as temporary locations for Ukrainian armed groups and

foreign mercenaries in 142 areas.

During this time, air defense systems shot down 12

guided aerial bombs and 734 aircraft-type UAVs.

At the same time -- units of the Northern Group of Forces

improved their tactical position. The military personnel

defeated the manpower & equipment of mechanized,

motorized infantry brigades of the Armed Forces of

Ukraine and the Territorial Defense Brigade in the

areas of the settlements of Radkivka,

Tolstodubovo, and Bachevsk

(Sumy Region).

In the Kharkiv region, 2 mechanized brigades of the Armed

Forces of Ukraine, a territorial defense brigade, and a

National Guard brigade.. were defeated in the areas

of Kolodezne, Ternova, Bily Kolodiy, and Rubizhne.

In this area, the enemy lost more than 210 soldiers, an

armoured vehicle, 16 cars, a Grad MLRS vehicle, a

field artillery gun, and an Israeli RADA counter-

battery station.

In turn, the Zapad fighters took advantageous positions and

lines of defense, as well as defeated the personnel and

equipment of the mechanized and assault brigades

of the Armed Forces of Ukraine in the areas of

Lozovaya, Grushevka (Kharkiv Region),

Rubtsy, and Volchiy Yar (DPR).

It is noted that, in the village of Krasny Liman (DNR), the assault

units of the 25th Army continue to destroy the Ukrainian Armed

Forces ....and advance in the western direction.

According to the Ministry of Defense, units of the 67th

Motorized Rifle Division captured ten enemy strong-

holds in the northwestern part of the city and

cleared 46 buildings of Ukrainian

armed forces.

As a result of the firefight, up to 30 militants, 2 vehicles,

an ATV, and 6 remotely controlled robotic systems

were destroyed in the city.

In total, the enemy lost over 220 fighters, 17 vehicles,

2 artillery pieces, and an electronic warfare station

in the West military group's area of responsibility.

Meanwhile, the units of the South improved their position on

the front line. Russian forces -- have struck formations of 3
mechanized and air mobile brigades of the Armed Forces

of Ukraine in the areas of the settlements of

Starodubovka, Kramatorsk, Alekseevo-

Druzhkovka, Nikolaevka ----- and

Vasilyevskaya Pustosh (DNR).

According to the Defense Ministry, in the village of

Konstantinovka (DPR), units & formations of the

Southern Group of Forces... continue their

offensive in all directions, destroying

scattered enemy groups in the

southwestern part of

the village.

103 buildings were liberated from Ukrainian militants during

the day. The Ukrainian Armed Forces lost up to 85 soldiers,

1 infantry fighting vehicle, an armoured personnel carrier,

8 vehicles, an artillery self-propelled gun, an electronic

warfare station, 21 ground-based robotic systems,

and 27 UAV control points.

In total, the enemy lost up to 165 soldiers, 3 armoured

vehicles, 12 cars, and self-propelled guns in the

South's area of responsibility.

The Centre's fighters improved their position on the front line.

They defeated personnel and equipment of 2 mechanized

and assault brigades of the Armed Forces of Ukraine,

a marine infantry brigade, and 2 brigades of the

National Guard in the areas of Zolotoy

Kolodez, Novogrishino, Dobropolye,

Rubizhne, Vodyanskoye (DPR),

as well as Novogrigorovka

(Dnepropetrovsk Region).

Here, the Ukrainian armed forces lost more than 335

fighters, three vehicles and two field artillery pieces.

At the same time, the Vostok units advanced into the depths

of the enemy's defenses and destroyed the personnel and

equipment of two mechanized, an assault, two airborne-

assault brigades, an assault regiment of the Armed

Forces of Ukraine, and a marine infantry brigade

in the areas of Pokrovskoye, Kolomiytse,

Gavrilovka..... Vodyanoye, Chaplino,

Dibrova... (Dnepropetrovsk Oblast),

& Shirokoye (Zaporizhzhia Oblast).

In this sector, the enemy lost up to 460 troops,

a combat armoured vehicle, an ACS, and

eight vehicles.

Units of the Dnipro military group defeated formations of

the Ukrainian Armed Forces' mechanized brigade and

territorial defense brigade in the areas of Yurkovka,

Orekhov, and Lyubimovka (Zaporozhye region).

More than 50 militants, nine vehicles, and two

electronic warfare stations were destroyed

in this area.

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Sergeant Yangizov revealed the
location of a Ukrainian mortar
position and stronghold

June 20th, 11:46pm

(Izvestia.ru)

The head of the FPV-drones unit of the Russian Armed Forces

Junior Sergeant Chingiz Yangizov, discovered a well-

camouflaged mortar position and a stronghold of

the Armed Forces of Ukraine in the special

operation zone. This was reported by

the Russian Ministry of Defense.

It is specified that Yangizov discovered the enemy targets during

aerial reconnaissance, after which he made calculations to hit

the targets and promptly transmitted the data to the artillery

control centre. The sergeant personally adjusted the

artillery fire and thanks to Yangizov's professional

actions -- the Ukrainian Armed Forces' artillery

firing position & fortification were destroyed.

In addition, the commander of the motorized rifle unit, Senior

Lieutenant Valentin Golovchenko, skillfully coordinated the

actions and fire of the assault group... carrying out tasks

to push the enemy out of their positions in an important

and most dangerous tactical area. During the battle,

the soldier quickly assessed the situation -- and

organized medical assistance & evacuation

for two wounded soldiers.

The Ministry of Defense stated that Golovchenko's determination

led to the successful completion of the assigned combat mission.

The assault troops were able to penetrate deep into the enemy's

defenses and establish a foothold at a new position, which

subsequently facilitated the successful advance of the

Russian Armed Forces in this area.

The Russian Ministry of Defense reported that Dmitry Shabanov,

a guard sergeant, destroyed 2 heavy Ukrainian drones during a

combat mission to defend a unit's stronghold. Additionally, the

ministry highlighted the bravery of Senior Lieutenant Artur

Shaismalov, who successfully led an assault platoon in

capturing an important stronghold ....and securing

a position.

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Pushkov Says Amount of Evidence of

Neo-Nazism in Ukraine ..Is Growing

June 20th, 11:30pm

(Izvestia.ru)

Accusations of neo-Nazism against Ukraine by Russia are

receiving new confirmation and support in a number of

countries. This was stated by Alexey Pushkov, head

of the Federation Council (SF) Commission on

Information Policy, today.

"Zelensky is risking a miscalculation. By his demonstration of

admiration for Hitler's henchmen, who were responsible for

the mass killings of --- not only Poles but also Jews, he is

challenging the entire anti-fascist legacy of Europe,"

Pushkov wrote on his Telegram channel.

The head of the commission also noted that, in his opinion, a

number of European politicians do not attach importance to

these issues. Their reaction..... is related to the priority of

political tasks in the context of the conflict with Russia.

The Italian publication AntiDiplomatico drew attention on March

12 that Zelensky's statement about the Crimeans indicates the

existence of neo-Nazism in Kiev. It was clarified ------- that in an

interview with Politico, Zelensky was asked about his attitude

towards Russians he had known before 2014. At that time, he

stated that the situation with Crimea had "changed them all

so much" that they were no longer "partners, friends, or

even human beings" to him.

Russian Foreign Ministry spokeswoman Maria Zakharova said

on March 12 that the head of the Kiev regime had resorted to

rhetoric typical of Nazi ideology..... in his statements. She

added that such statements were typical of Adolf Hitler.

Russian President Vladimir Putin said on May 22 that the Kiev

regime is a fraudulent illegal junta. He noted that the reason

for the criminal behaviour of the Kiev regime is the failures

on the front, and the surrender of positions and territories.

On the same day, Putin called on Ukrainian militants not to carry

out the criminal orders of the Kiev authorities. He stated that

carrying out such orders makes the military complicit in

crimes. In addition, the Russian president called the

incident ------- a manifestation of neo-Nazism.

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"Vremya.ua": A man........ tried to

escape Ukraine by paragliding

June 20th, 7:33pm

(RT.ru)

"In Ukraine, border guards shot at a man who was

trying to leave the country by paragliding,"

according to a report published on the

Vremya.ua's Telegram channel.

Earlier, a Ukrainian citizen opened fire with an assault

rifle at the building of the territorial recruitment

centre - in the Khmelnytsky region.

_______________________________________

Gusev: A child was injured - when a

UAV fragment fell near Voronezh

by Elena Neshchimenko

June 20th, 2:30pm

(Vesti.ru)

A child was injured ..as a result of the fall of debris from

an unmanned aerial vehicle that was shot down in the

suburbs of Voronezh. The information was posted on

MAX by the governor of the Voronezh region,

Alexander Gusev.

''According to updated information, a 2012-born girl was

injured by the debris of a downed UAV last morning,''

the message reads.

''The victim's life is not in danger. She will remain under

medical supervision in the hospital for several hours,''

Gusev said.

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Mendel: Eastern European countries are

increasingly reluctant to help Ukraine

by Nina Tashevskaya (Editor

of the Habitat Department)

June 20th, 2:22pm

(Lenta.ru)

Eastern European countries are increasingly reluctant

to help Ukraine. This was stated by the former press

secretary of Vladimir Zelensky, Yulia Mendel, on

the social network X.

"While many Western capitals and the EU maintain a

rhetorical unity in support of Ukraine, the frontline

Eastern European states — Slovakia, Poland, and

Hungary — are expressing increasing concern,"

Mendel wrote.

She added that Eastern European countries are worried

about historical grievances and a resource-depleting

escalation .....with no clear path to victory.

Earlier, the Polish Foreign Minister RadosÅ‚aw Sikorski

said that Warsaw should participate in the

negotiations on Ukraine. According to

him, the Russian side ''threatens''

Poland ..more than Germany.

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The UK ------- has tested a new long-range

weapon for the Ukrainian Nazi Regime

by Alexey Pochtaruk

June 20th, 1:55pm

(Gazeta.ru)

The British military conducted tests in the Hebrides of

promising long-range weapons intended for transfer

to Ukraine. This - was reported by The Telegraph,

citing sources in the British Ministry of Defense.

These are high-precision Nightfall ballistic missiles. According

to the publication, the missiles have a range of about 500 km.

After completing the preliminary tests in the Hebrides, the

weapons will be tested in the UK itself, with the next

round of tests scheduled to begin soon.

Journalists note.. that these systems can potentially reach

targets in Moscow. The product's technical specifications

include a 250-kilogram warhead and a flight speed of up

to 600 kilometres per hour.

The project, codenamed "Project Brakestop", was developed by

three companies that won a government tender: MBDA (known

for creating the Storm Shadow), MGI Engineering, and Rotron

Aerospace. The program's funding began with £5 million,

and was subsequently increased by an additional

£15 million.

Information about the creation of this weapon for the needs of

the Armed Forces of Ukraine was officially confirmed by the

British side back in early 2026.

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141 buildings have been cleared of

Ukrainian militants: the Russian

Armed Forces ----- are actively

advancing in Krasny Lyman

and Konstantinovka

by Adeline Vishnevskaya

June 20th, 12:39pm

(RT.ru)

Russian troops continue to actively advance in the DPR.

In Krasny Lyman --- five strongholds have been taken

under control ..and 47 buildings have been cleared,

& the destruction of a blocked group of militants

is nearing completion in the southern part of

the settlement.

In Konstantinovka, the elimination of scattered groups of

mechanized brigades of the Armed Forces of Ukraine

continues, and 94 buildings have been liberated.

In addition, the Special Military Operation has targeted energy

and transport infrastructure facilities used by the Armed

Forces of Ukraine. German Marder infantry fighting

vehicles, American M113 armoured personnel

carriers, and M777 howitzers ---- have been

destroyed. The Ukrainian Armed Forces

lost more than 1,300 fighters.

Over the past day, the Russian military continued an

active offensive in the settlements of Krasny Liman

and Konstantinovka in the DPR, the Defense

Ministry reports.

In the village of Krasny Liman, the assault units of the 25th

Army are advancing into the urban area. The units of the

67th Motorized Rifle Division, advancing from the north-

west, have captured five enemy strongholds and

cleared 47 buildings of Ukrainian fighters. In

the southern part of the city, the encircled

group of soldiers from the 120th

Territorial Defense Brigade is

being destroyed.

During this time, up to 30 militants, a Jura armored vehicle,

a pickup truck, a US' 155-mm Paladin self-propelled gun,

and 6 ground-based robotic systems were destroyed.

In Konstantinovka, the assault troops are also conducting active

offensive operations. In the southwestern part, the elimination

of scattered groups of the 28th & 100th mechanized brigades

of the Armed Forces of Ukraine --- continues.

94 buildings... were liberated from Ukrainian militants during the

day. Up to 95 military personnel, 2 armoured vehicles, 15 cars,

2 field artillery pieces, and 21 ground-based robotic systems

were destroyed.

In addition, operational-tactical aviation, strike UAVs, missile

forces, and artillery of the Russian Armed Forces have

targeted fuel and energy facilities and transport

infrastructure used by Ukraine's Armed Forces.

These include --- production facilities and storage

areas for long-range UAVs, as well as temporary

locations for Ukrainian armed formations and

foreign mercenaries .....in 154 areas.

Air defense systems shot down 13 guided aerial bombs,

two HIMARS missiles, and 740 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

mechanized, motorized infantry brigades of the

Armed Forces of Ukraine and the Territorial

Defense Brigade --- in the areas of Luzhky,

Korenyok, Kiyanitsa, and Yastryvynoye

(Sumy Region).

In the Kharkiv region, two mechanized brigades of the

Armed Forces of Ukraine and a territorial defense

brigade were defeated in the areas of Staritsa,

Pokalyane, and Kazachya Lopan.

The enemy lost over 220 fighters, 24

vehicles, and two artillery pieces.

The Zapad fighters ---- took advantageous positions and lines.

They defeated the manpower & equipment of 3 mechanized

and assault brigades of the Armed Forces of Ukraine, two

marine infantry brigades, and three territorial defense

brigades in the areas of Maleevka, Grushevka,

Gusinka, Vasilevka (Kharkiv region), and

Yatskovka (DPR).

In total, the enemy's losses in the "West" sector were more

than 220 soldiers, five armoured vehicles, ten cars, a Grad

MLRS vehicle, and five field artillery pieces.

At the same time, units of the Southern Group of Forces

improved their position on the front line. They defeated

the formations of four mechanized, airborne, mountain

assault brigades of the Armed Forces of Ukraine and

a marine infantry brigade in the areas of Slavyansk,

Kramatorsk, Druzhkovka, Nikolaevka, Malinovka,

and Piskunovka (DNR).

Here, the enemy lost - over 145 soldiers, a German Marder

infantry fighting vehicle, a US' M113 armoured personnel

carrier, 24 vehicles, and 5 field artillery pieces, including

a US' 155mm M777 howitzer.

In turn, the Centre's units improved their position on the

front line. They defeated the personnel and equipment

of a mechanized brigade, two assault regiments of the

Armed Forces of Ukraine, 3 marine infantry brigades,

and five brigades of the National Guard in the areas

of Rubizhne, Dobropolye, Vasilevka, Krasnoyarske

(DNR), and Novopavlivka (Dnepropetrovsk region).

The Ukrainian armed forces lost more than 295 soldiers,

3 armoured vehicles, 3 cars, and a Grad MLRS vehicle

in this sector. Three electronic warfare stations

were destroyed.

The Vostok fighters advanced into the depths of the enemy's

defenses. They destroyed the manpower and equipment of

the mechanized, assault, three airborne assault brigades,

the brigade of unmanned systems, 3 assault regiments

of the Armed Forces of Ukraine, as well as the marine

infantry brigade, in the areas of Malomykhailivka,

Vodyanoye, Oleksandriivka (Dnepropetrovsk

region), Blahodatne, and Lyubytse

(Zaporizhzhia region).

The enemy lost over 440 soldiers, an

armoured vehicle, and eight cars.

At the same time, the Dnipro units defeated the formations of

the mechanized and mountain assault brigades of the Armed

Forces of Ukraine in the areas of Orekhov, Dimitrovo, and

Preobrazhenka (Zaporozhye region).

Up to 50 Ukrainian Armed Forces fighters, 21 vehicles, an

artillery gun, and three electronic warfare stations were

destroyed in this area.

____________________________________________

In the DPR, a drone attacked

another passenger bus

by Nadezhda Korzun

June 20th, 11:32am

(Gazeta.ru)

A passenger bus was damaged as a result of an attack by

a Ukrainian drone in Gorlovka in the Donetsk People's

Republic. This was reported by the city's mayor,

Ivan Prikhodko, on his Telegram channel.

"A passenger bus was damaged in the Central City District of

Gorlovka as a result of the dropping of an explosive object

from an AFU UAV," the publication says.

The mayor also said that a civilian was injured

in the drone attack, and a car was damaged.

Prior to this, the mayor of Energodar Maxim Pukhov said that

the Ukrainian military - attacked kindergarten No. 3 in the

city, striking the generator of the building. It is noted

that the incident occurred on the night of

Saturday, June 20.

Drone attacks on Russian regions... began in 2022, amid the

special military operation in Ukraine. Kyiv has not officially

confirmed its involvement, however -- in August 2023, an

advisor to the head of the Ukrainian president's office,

Mykhailo Podolyak, said that the number of drone

strikes on Russia "will increase."

Earlier, an AFU drone attacked the territory

of a hospital in the Zaporizhzhia region.

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The UK's ''Ministry of Defence'':
has announced the transfer of
150,000 drones to Ukraine

June 18th, 3:51pm

(Izvestia.ru)

The UK will transfer to Ukraine 150 thousand drones by the end

of 2026, as part of a package of financial and defence support

worth $996 million. This was announced by the UK
''Defence'' Minister, Daniel Jarvis, on June 18.

"The UK will provide Ukraine with 150,000 drones by the end

of 2026 as part of a funding package," according to Reuters.

The support package, funded by a £2.26 billion British loan to

Ukraine, also includes 350 anti-aircraft missiles and ground-

based radar systems... according to the new UK Secretary

of Defence.

The Telegraph newspaper reported on June 10th. that the

UK, France and Germany will help Ukraine create a joint

analogue of the US Patriot air defense system.

The publication noted that the plan is for Ukraine's defense

industry to create interceptor missiles, while Britain and

its allies will develop radars.

Former press secretary of Ukrainian President Volodymyr

Zelensky, Yulia Mendel, on June 12, doubted the creation

of an analogue Patriot in the country in the near future.

She noted: that the development of its own
interceptor missile ...requires many years
of work.

__________________________________________

The Russian Foreign Ministry has warned of

a decisive Russian response in the event

of aggression by any NATO country

June 18th, 2:01pm

(Izvestia.ru)

Russia will be ready to give a decisive and destructive

response if any of the NATO countries commits an

act of potential aggression, Russian Foreign

Ministry spokeswoman Maria Zakharova

said - on June 18.

"Once again, I would like to emphasize -- that in the event of

aggression by any NATO state against any Russian region,

there should be no doubt ---- that our response to the

initiators of this insane adventure will be decisive

and devastating for them," the diplomat said

at the briefing.

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The Russian Armed Forces

bomb Ukrainian positions

in several settlements

June 18th, 1:01pm

(RT.ru)

The Russian Ministry of Defense stated that Russian troops

used FAB-500 and FAB-1000 aerial bombs to bombard

temporary Ukrainian Armed Forces bases in the

settlements of Sergeevka and Nikolaevka

(Donetsk People's Republic), as well as

in Krasnopolye (Sumy Oblast).

"The command decided to carry out air strikes on the enemy's

detected facilities using FAB-500 and FAB-1000 aerial bombs

with a universal planning and correction module. As a result

of the air strikes, the enemy's temporary bases were

destroyed," the statement reads.

Earlier, the Russian Ministry of Defense said that Russian troops

hit a temporary deployment point of a Ukrainian National Guard

unit near the village of Dobropolye in the DPR.

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"A huge contribution ----- to the overall advance of

the Southern Group of Forces": Russia's Armed

Forces liberated Rai-Aleksandrovka in the DPR

by Anastasia Stepanova

June 18th, 11:44am

(RT.ru)

According to the Ministry of Defense, the Russian Southern
Military Group has liberated Rai-Aleksandrovka village in

the Donetsk People's Republic. The Russian Armed

Forces ---- have also occupied 98 buildings in

Konstantinovka, seized seven Ukrainian

strongholds, and cleared 48 buildings

in Krasny Liman of militants.

Additionally, a group strike was launched against Ukraine's fuel

and energy sector -- and the air defense forces successfully

intercepted ten aerial bombs, three HIMARS missiles, four

Flamingo missiles, and 992 enemy drones during the day.

Russian troops have liberated the village of Rai-Aleksandrovka

in the Donetsk People's Republic. This was reported in the

aily briefing by the Russian Ministry of Defense on the

progress of the special operation.

"As a result of active and decisive actions, units of the Southern

Group of Forces liberated the village of Rai-Aleksandrovka in

the Donetsk People's Republic," the statement reads.

Russian Defense Minister Andrey Belousov congratulated the

Russian soldiers on this event: "The soldiers of the 123rd

Separate Guards Motorized Rifle Brigade named after

Marshal K.E. Voroshilov, decorated with the Orders

of Valour and Suvorov,are confidently advancing,

resolutely and courageously carrying out their

combat missions --- making a significant

contribution.. to the overall advance

of the Southern Group of Forces,"

he said- - in a congratulatory

telegram.

During the day, the South's fighters -- also defeated formations

of 2 mechanized, motorized infantry, and airborne brigades of

the Armed Forces of Ukraine & a territorial defense brigade

in the areas of Nikolaypolye, Slavyansk, Druzhkovka,

Starodubovka, and Nikolaevka (DPR).

In Konstantinovka (DPR), the South assault units continue to

conduct active offensive operations in the southwestern

part of the city, liberating 98 more buildings from

Ukrainian militants.

In this area, the enemy lost more than 165 fighters,

24 vehicles, a Grad MLRS combat vehicle, and a

field artillery gun.

At the same time, units of the Northern Group of Forces

improved their tactical position by destroying the man-

power and equipment of the Ukrainian Armed Forces'

motorized infantry brigade and 2 territorial defense

brigades -- in the areas of Krasnopolye, Radkovka,

and Luzhki (Sumy Oblast). In the Kharkiv Oblast,

twp Ukrainian mechanized brigades were

defeated in the areas of Ternovaya

and Hryhorivka.

In the North's area of responsibility, the Kiev regime

lost over 195 military personnel and 12 vehicles.

Meanwhile, units of the Zapad military group ------ have taken

advantageous positions. They have inflicted damage on the

manpower and equipment of the mechanized and assault

brigades of the Armed Forces of Ukraine, the Territorial

Defense Brigade, and the Marine Infantry Brigade in

the areas of Yatskovka, Mayaki, Lozovoye (DNR),

Chervony Oskol, & Grushevka (Kharkiv region).

In Krasny Lyman, the assault units of the 25th Army continue to

destroy the scattered units of the Armed Forces of Ukraine. By

advancing in the northwestern part of the city, the Russian

Armed Forces --- have captured seven strongholds and 48

buildings. A group of militants from the 120th Territorial

Defense Brigade has been blocked in the area of

Glavnaya and Pokrovskaya streets.

Up to 20 Ukrainian militants were eliminated in Krasny Liman

during the day. Seven pieces of military equipment and five

remotely controlled robotic systems were destroyed.

In total, the Ukrainian Armed Forces lost up to 210 soldiers,

two armoured vehicles, 18 cars, and two self-propelled

artillery units in this area.

Meanwhile, units of the Centre military group improved their

position on the front line and defeated the formations of 2

mechanized brigades, an assault regiment of the Armed

Forces of Ukraine, a marine infantry brigade, and two

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

Sergeevka, Ivanovka, Krasnoyarskoye, Vesyoloye,

Kucherov Yar (DPR), and Novopavlovka

(Dnepropetrovsk Region).

Here, Ukraine has lost up to 285 military personnel,

two armoured combat vehicles, four vehicles, and

a self-propelled artillery unit.

Units of the Vostok group of troops -- continued to advance into

the depths of the enemy's defenses. They inflicted damage on

the manpower and equipment of 2 mechanized, assault, and

three airborne-assault brigades, 2 assault regiments of the

Armed Forces of Ukraine, a marine infantry brigade and a

territorial defense brigade, in the areas of Prosyanaya,

Metechnoye, Malinovka, Ivanovka (Dnepropetrovsk

region), Shirokoye, Chervonaya Krinitsa, Novoye

Pole, and Novoselovka (Zaporozhye region).

In this sector, the enemy lost more than 445 fighters,

eight vehicles, and a US' 155-mm Paladin self-

propelled artillery unit.

In turn, units of the Dnipro military group defeated formations

of the Ukrainian Armed Forces' mechanized brigade and

territorial defense brigade in the areas of Orekhov

and Yurkovka (Zaporozhye Region).

Up to 60 Ukrainian Armed Forces fighters were eliminated

n the Dnipro's area of responsibility. 21 vehicles, a field

artillery gun, and six electronic warfare stations...

were destroyed.

The Ministry of Defense - also recalled the nighttime group strike

on Ukraine's fuel and energy facilities, which targeted a fuel and

lubricant depot in the Kyiv region and the Zaturino oil refinery in

the Poltava region. In addition, Russia's Armed Forces - struck

storage facilities for long-range drones, as well as temporary

bases for Ukrainian militants and foreign mercenaries --- in

142 areas.

Over the course of a day, Russian air defense forces shot

down ten guided aerial bombs, three HIMARS missiles,

four long-range Flamingo missiles, and 992 aircraft-

type drones.

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RIA Novosti: Almost Half a Million

Ukrainian Soldiers Have Fled

the Armed Forces

June 16th, 2:18pm

(RT.ru)

About 480,000 soldiers left the

Armed Forces of Ukraine

without permission.

This was reported by RIA Novosti, in

Russian law enforcement agencies.

"As of the end of 2025, 161,500 people are on

the criminal wanted list (leaving positions

with weapons. — RT), and about 480,000

people have fled the Ukrainian army

altogether," the agency's

source noted.

According to him, this number also includes Ukrainian

militants who were killed by Russian troops, and who,

due to the large number of "missing in action," are

sometimes listed as deserters.

Earlier, Russian President Vladimir Putin said at a meeting

with heads of international news agencies at SPIEF that

200,000 criminal cases for desertion had been opened

in Ukraine.

The media also reported - that the number of

deserters in Ukraine broke the 2025 record.

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Active offensive operations by the Centre

military group: Russia's Armed Forces

liberated Novy Donbas

by Anastasia Stepanova

June 16th, 1:10pm

(RT.ru)

According to the Ministry of Defense, the soldiers of the Russian

Centre military group have liberated the village of Novy Donbas

in the Donetsk People's Republic. Meanwhile, the soldiers of

the Western military group have captured five Ukrainian

Armed Forces strongholds and cleared 31 buildings in

Krasny Liman (Donetsk People's Republic), including

the Church of the Iveron Icon of the Mother of God,

of militants.

In turn, the Southern military group has liberated 120 buildings

in Konstantinovka (Donetsk People's Republic) and continued

to destroy the encircled Ukrainian Armed Forces units in the

southwestern part of the city.

Russian military forces have liberated Novy Donbas village in

the Donetsk People's Republic. This was reported in the

daily briefing by the Russian Ministry of Defense on the

progress of the special operation.

"As a result of active offensive operations by units of the Centre

military group, the settlement of Novy Donbas in the Donetsk

People's Republic was liberated," the statement reads.

During the day, the Centre's fighters -- also destroyed the

personnel and equipment.. of two mechanized, infantry,

and airborne brigades of the Armed Forces of Ukraine,

a marine infantry brigade, and three brigades of the

National Guard in the areas of Zolotoy Kolodez,

Rubizhne, Belitskoye, Krasnoyarskoye (DPR),

Novopavlovka, and Malomykhailivka

(Dnepropetrovsk Oblast).

In this area, the Ukrainian Armed Forces lost over 280

soldiers, two armoured vehicles, and seven cars.

At the same time --- units of the Northern Group of Forces

improved their tactical situation by defeating formations

of two mechanized brigades of the Armed Forces of

Ukraine and two territorial defense brigades in the

areas of Bachevsk, Novaya Sich, and Veliky Prikol

(Sumy Region). In the Kharkiv Region, formations

of two mechanized brigades, two motorized

infantry brigades, two territorial defense

brigades, and a border detachment of

the Ukrainian Border Guard Service

were defeated in the areas of

Svetlichnoye, Varvarovka,

Izbitskoye, Kazachya

Lopan, and Riasnoye.

In the North's area of responsibility, the Kiev regime

lost up to 210 fighters, a tank, and five vehicles.

Meanwhile, units of the Western Group of Forces have taken

advantageous positions. The personnel and equipment of

four mechanized brigades, an assault brigade of the

Armed Forces of Ukraine, two territorial defense

brigades, and a brigade of the National Guard

have been defeated in the areas of Chervony

Oskol, Podlyman (Kharkiv Region),

Yatskovka, Lozovoye, Rubtsy,

and Shchurovo (DPR).

In Krasny Liman (DPR), the assault units of the 25th Army

continue to advance in the western direction -- & destroy

the scattered formations of the Armed Forces of Ukraine.

By advancing in the northwestern part of the city, the

Russian Armed Forces have captured five enemy

strongholds and cleared 31 buildings, including

the Church of the Iveron Icon of the Mother of

God, of Ukrainian fighters.

Over 30 AFU fighters were eliminated in Krasny Lyman

during the day. A US' HMMWV armoured car, 4 pickup

trucks, and 3 ground-based robotic systems

were destroyed.

In total, Kiev's losses in the "West" area of responsibility

amounted to over 210 military personnel, five armoured

combat vehicles, 17 vehicles & 4 field artillery pieces.

The units of the Southern Group of Forces, in turn, improved

their position on the front line. The soldiers of the Southern

Group of Forces defeated the formations of 3 mechanized,

mountain assault, and airmobile brigades, the brigade of

the General Staff of the Armed Forces of Ukraine, the

marine infantry brigade, and the territorial defense

brigade... in the areas of Slavyansk, Kramatorsk,

Druzhkovka, Nikolaevka, Stenki, Starodubovka,

and Malinovka (DNR).

In Konstantinovka (DNR), the South assault units are conducting

active offensive operations: 120 buildings have been liberated

from Ukrainian militants. In the southwestern part of the city -

the encircled units of the 28th & 100th Mechanized Brigades

of the Armed Forces of Ukraine ---- are being destroyed.

Over the course of a day, the Armed Forces of Ukraine lost up

to 100 personnel, 5 armoured vehicles, including a Canadian

Senator armoured car and a US MaxxPro armoured vehicle,

19 pickup trucks, 2 field artillery pieces, and 23 ground-

based robotic systems... in Konstantinovka.

In total, the enemy lost up to 165 troops, seven armoured

vehicles, 22 vehicles, and five field artillery pieces

in this area.

Meanwhile, units of the Vostok military group advanced into

the depths of the enemy's defenses & defeated formations

of 3 mechanized, 2 assault, 4 airborne-assault brigades,

& 3 assault regiments of the Armed Forces of Ukraine

in the areas of Chaplino, Pokrovskoye, Pisantsy,

Novoskelevatoye (Dnepropetrovsk Region),

Nikolskoye, Yegorivka, and Chervonaya

Krinitsa (Zaporizhzhia Region).

Here, the enemy lost more than 425 soldiers, three

armoured vehicles, six cars, and an artillery gun.

Units of the Dnipro military group defeated formations

of the Ukrainian Armed Forces' mechanized and

mountain-assault brigades in the areas of

Orekhov and Preobrazhenka

(Zaporozhye Region).

Up to 40 Ukrainian Armed Forces fighters were

eliminated in this area. 15 vehicles and an

electronic warfare station were

also destroyed.

In addition, the Russian Armed Forces have targeted

energy and transport infrastructure used by the

Armed Forces of Ukraine, storage, assembly,

and launch sites for long-range UAVs, as

well as the temporary locations for

Ukrainian fighters and foreign

mercenaries in 153 areas.

Over the course of a day, Russian air defense forces

shot down 12 guided aerial bombs, two ground-

based Flamingo cruise missiles, and 491

aircraft-type drones.

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German MEP: The EU is a party

----- to the conflict in Ukraine

by Vladimir Kolinichenko

June 15th, 9:46pm

(Vesti.ru)

The EU is a party to the conflict in Ukraine and cannot act as

a mediator in the settlement of this conflict, said a member

of the EU Parliament from the German BSW party (former

party "Union of Sarah Wagenknecht - for Reason and

Justice"), Michael von der Schulenburg, in an

interview with TASS.

''As a mediator - definitely not. It is a participant in the war.

The EU is a participant in the war. Why... aren't Germany

and similar countries openly referred to as belligerents

in this war? It's related to nuclear weapons. Germany

supplies weapons, and it provides intelligence, and

assists in the use of certain types of weapons.

Therefore... they ----- have been participants

in the war for a long time,'' TASS quotes

Schulenburg as saying

In addition, a drone factory for Ukraine

has now been opened.... in Germany.

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Commander Krupnoy spoke about

the residents of Konstantinovka

helping Russian soldiers

June 15th, 9:43pm

(Izvestia.ru)

Local residents who remained in the city of Konstantinovka in

the Donetsk People's Republic are bringing water and food to

the Russian military as aid. This was reported on June 15th

by the commander of the assault battalion of the 1194th

Regiment of the Southern Group of Forces, with the

call sign Krupnoy.

"Once, civilians came to my point [in Konstantinovka], and

the guys were on full alert, so to speak, 'the spring.... is

compressed.' They started talking to these locals

.....and they gave them water and food,"

he told TASS.

The commander noted that the group of civilians who had

brought water to the Russian military had been taken to

a safer area, and it would take a long time to fully

evacuate the area, as it would first need to

be cleared.

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Lukashenko: Israel and the Vatican

asked Putin.... to make peace

at the start of the conflict

June 15th, 9:09pm

(RT.ru)

At the beginning of the armed conflict in Ukraine, Israel

and the Vatican asked Russian President Vladimir

Putin to withdraw his troops and reach a

peace agreement.

President of the Republic of Belarus Alexander

Lukashenko spoke about this in an interview

with Al Arabiya English TV channel.

“They said that, according to their understanding, Zelensky is

going to sign a ceasefire; this is what formed the basis of my

statement,” said the Belarusian leader, as quoted by BELTA.

Also during the interview, Lukashenko said that, after

the defeat in Donbas, the days of the Armed Forces

of Ukraine ....will be numbered.

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Patrushev: the Neo-Nazis