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Is Russia's assault on northeastern Ukraine already losing steam?

Ukraine's defense and Russia's manpower issues may limit Russia's advance in Kharkiv. [ more ]

The New Yorker

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Can Ukraine Still Win?

Volodymyr Zelensky replacing his top commander creates debate among military experts

Disagreements between Ukraine and its allies about military strategy and support [ more ]

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www.aljazeera.com

6 days ago

The goal is not peace': What's behind Putin's wartime Russia reshuffle?

President Putin reshuffles cabinet, appoints Andrei Belousov as new defense minister, signaling continuity in Russia's military strategy. [ more ]

www.nytimes.com

3 days ago

Opinion | Russia Has Opened Up a New Front. What Comes Next?

Russia's new offensive in Ukraine aims to pressure Kharkiv, draw Ukrainian forces away, and weaken other parts of the front. [ more ]

www.nytimes.com

2 weeks ago

Women

Family Values or Fighting Valor? Russia Grapples With Women's Wartime Role.

The Russian Army is increasing the recruitment of women to address the need for new recruits for the war in Ukraine. [ more ]

Truthout

Peace Activists and Policy Experts Call for Talks as War on Ukraine Turns Three

Russia's invasion of Ukraine has left the nation in devastation, prompting the need for peace through diplomacy.

Experts argue that there is no military solution to the conflict in Ukraine. [ more ]

www.theguardian.com

Putin still believes he can win in Ukraine, says western assessment

Putin remains determined to dominate Ukraine despite challenges

Russia out-shelling Ukraine by five to one, with casualties on both sides [ more ]

London Business News | Londonlovesbusiness.com

Europe warned to 'rearm' and 'prepare for war' as Russian troops make landmark gain

European leaders discussing landmark gain in Ukraine

Threat of potential war in Europe due to Russia's victory in Avdiivka

Importance of Avdiivka in the conflict between Russia and Ukraine [ more ]

www.theguardian.com

Ukraine's defences thin on ground as Russia advances on Kharkiv

The rapid advance of Russian forces in Ukraine has raised questions about Kyiv's defense capabilities and strategic preparation. [ more ]

Washington Post

2 days ago

Russia seizes more land than Ukraine liberated in 2023 counteroffensive

Russia's recent gains in Ukraine are relatively small but strategically significant, putting pressure on Ukraine's military over a broad area. [ more ]

The American Conservative

3 weeks ago

Is It Game, Set, Match to Moscow?

The article discusses the strategic importance of having friendly territories beyond one's borders in military warfare. [ more ]

www.nytimes.com

Opinion | Putin's Next Escalation Is Coming

Russian leadership blamed Ukraine and its Western backers for the terrorist attack, despite ISIS claiming responsibility.

Putin is likely to escalate attacks on Ukrainian troops and cities to assert dominance and divert attention from failures. [ more ]

www.aljazeera.com

The war in Ukraine is here to stay

Russia's invasion of Ukraine was expected to be quick and smooth, but the war has now entered its third year.

Russia seems to have an advantage in ammunition and manpower over Ukraine. [ more ]

time.com

Ukraine Can't Win the War

Russia has recaptured Avdiivka, its biggest war gain in nine months

Ukraine's strategy is to sustain defense until after U.S. elections, implying acceptance of lost territories [ more ]

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Russian Forces Press On With Attacks in Southern Ukraine

Russian forces launched attacks around Robotyne, targeting Ukraine's counteroffensive success.

Russia made marginal gains near Robotyne, aiming to seize the village. [ more ]

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Wednesday Briefing

Huge number of Ukrainian soldiers missing or captured in chaotic retreat from Avdiivka

Potential impact of losing soldiers on Ukraine's military strategy and recruitment efforts [ more ]

www.mercurynews.com

Russia claims to have taken complete control of Avdiivka

Russian forces complete takeover of Avdiivka despite Ukrainian resistance.

Ukraine weakened due to supply delays of Western weapons and ammunition. [ more ]

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New York Post

6 days ago

US - shamefully - still has no plan for Ukraine to win

Ukrainian aid bill lacks strategy for victory, only sustaining fight with off-the-shelf weapons. [ more ]

euronews

1 week ago

Russia launches 'massive' attack on Ukraine's energy grid

Worries intensify over renewed Russian offensive as Ukraine struggles.

Russian forces launch cruise missiles and drones at Ukraine's power grid, causing substantial damage and injuries.

Ongoing attacks on energy infrastructure in Ukraine aim to disrupt the energy supply to military plants and crush public morale. [ more ]

Washington Post

2 days ago

Ukraine's failure to build defenses in Kharkiv aided Russian reinvasion

Kyiv slow to ramp up mobilization despite troop complaints and shortages. [ more ]

www.theguardian.com

3 weeks ago

Ukraine war briefing: Long-range Atacms already hitting Russian forces

Ukraine received Atacms missiles for security before US aid package approval. [ more ]

London Business News | Londonlovesbusiness.com

Military chiefs warn 'there's nothing that can help Ukraine now' as the frontlines at risk of collapsing

Russian forces are preparing for a 'big attack' in Ukraine around August or sooner.

Ukrainian officers are critical of the speed and adequacy of Western aid, highlighting the lack of technology to counter Russia. [ more ]

euronews

ISW: Russia planning major new offensive in Donetsk region in coming

Russia appears to be focusing on a potential offensive in the western part of Ukraine's Donetsk region.

The recent battalion-sized assault near Avdiivka indicates a priority effort by the Russian military command. [ more ]

Mail Online

1 week ago

Science

The Cold War plan to stop Earth's rotation using 1,000 rockets

In 1960, a plan called Project Retro was proposed to pause Earth's rotation to protect the US from a Russian nuclear attack. [ more ]

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3 weeks ago

France politics

Israel's Claim of Killing Half' of Hezbollah Commanders in Southern Lebanon Draws Skepticism

Israel's military has reportedly eliminated half of Hezbollah's commanders in southern Lebanon. [ more ]

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World news

Is China growing tired of Russia's war in Ukraine?

China faces challenges in balancing support for Russia and avoiding military entanglement due to Ukraine war implications. [ more ]

London Business News | Londonlovesbusiness.com

Musk warns Putin will gain more land and Ukraine a suffering a 'tragic waste of life'

Russia is expected to gain more land in Ukraine as the war progresses.

Elon Musk recommended a negotiated settlement to prevent further losses in Ukraine. [ more ]

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Ukraine-Backed Russian Exile Groups Stage Assaults on Moscow's Turf

Ukraine staged cross-border attacks into Russia disrupting Putin's campaign messaging.

Armed Russian exile groups conducted ground attacks and drone strikes in Russia from Ukraine. [ more ]

www.theguardian.com

Macron has fired his bazooka again and Russia isn't the only target | Paul Taylor

Macron's statement on sending ground troops to Ukraine is part of a strategic debate within Europe and to pressure allies and adversaries.

Macron's comments aimed at asserting leadership in supporting Ukraine and pushing for European action against Russia. [ more ]

London Business News | Londonlovesbusiness.com

Analysts warn Putin is 'preparing for potential large-scale conventional war against NATO'

Putin is preparing for a large-scale war against NATO

Reinstatement of Moscow and Leningrad districts signifies long-term goals for Putin [ more ]

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A New General Takes Over as Ukraine Struggles on the Battlefield

General Syrsky led successful counteroffensives against Russia before facing criticism for his attritional warfare tactics in Bakhmut.

The Ukrainian Army has mixed opinions about General Syrsky, with some labeling him 'the Butcher' while others recognize his earlier victories. [ more ]

www.theguardian.com

Russia-Ukraine war live: reports of fire after Ukrainian drone hits Volgograd oil refinery

Ukraine's top military commander, General Valeriy Zaluzhnyi, is facing potential ousting after clashing with President Zelenskiy over military strategy and other issues.

Ukraine's air defenses successfully downed nine of 14 Russian drones in an attack on energy infrastructure in the city of Kryvyi Rih. [ more ]

Washington Post