Ukrainian defense

Vuhledar withdrawal imminent as Russian forces gain ground, says Hetman

Ukrainian-Russian war veteran, Reserve Major Oleksii Hetman, spoke on Radio NV on Oct. 1 about the Russian offensive on Vuhledar, where Ukrainian forces are reportedly beginning to withdraw.

1 October 2024, 01:16 PM

Ukraine’s Defense Minister fires 20 top officials for outdated methods

Defense Minister Rustem Umerov is planning to dismiss, or has already dismissed, around 20 generals and senior officials. Ukrainska Pravda (UP) reported this on Friday, Sep. 20, citing sources within the Ministry of Defense.

20 September 2024, 06:57 PM

Experts predict breakthrough for Ukrainian military with new ballistic missile

If Ukraine indeed has a new ballistic missile in its arsenal after a reported successful test, the use of such unrestricted weaponry could mark a significant leap in the country’s long-range strike capabilities, The War Zone reported on Aug. 27.

29 August 2024, 04:25 PM

Oplot tank shown in combat on Kharkiv front by Ukrainian forces - photo

The Third Separate Tank Iron Brigade showcased the Ukrainian-made Oplot tank for the first time in a Facebook post on Aug. 28.

28 August 2024, 03:41 PM

Ukrainian troops face shell shortages as resources shift to Kursk offensive

Ukrainian forces holding back the Russian offensive in Donetsk Oblast have returned to rationing artillery shells following the start of operations in Russia’s Kursk region, according to a report by the Financial Times.

20 August 2024, 05:15 PM

Russians fail to cross strategic Siverskyi Donets-Donbas Canal in Chasiv Yar

The Russians have not crossed the Siverskyi Donets-Donbas Canal near Chasiv Yar or consolidated their positions, Andriy Polukhin, spokesman for the 24th King Danylo Separate Mechanized Brigade, told Radio Liberty on Aug. 5.

6 August 2024, 12:15 PM

Situation in Toretsk, Donetsk Oblast is threatening – opinion

Russian forces continue to advance slowly but steadily in small assault groups, being beaten and destroyed, but having reserves and tactical initiative, so they can concentrate forces in certain important areas and create a significant advantage.

5 August 2024, 10:34 PM

Russian troops advance in Chasiv Yar after crossing canal — Deep State

The Russian army has advanced in Chasiv Yar, Donetsk Oblast, by crossing the previously impassable Siverskyi Donets-Donbas Canal, Deep State analysts reported on Aug. 4.

4 August 2024, 06:40 PM

Russian troops likely crossed Siverskyi Donets-Donbas Canal — BBC Ukraine

Ukrainian forces have established a defensive line along the water barrier of the Siverskyi Donets-Donbas Canal, Donetsk Oblast, but Russian troops may have already crossed it, BBC Ukraine reported on Aug. 2.

3 August 2024, 05:40 PM

Ukraine braces for potential Russian assault on on key Donbas town Toretsk

Military analyst Denys Popovych discussed the situation near Toretsk and the potential threat of a Russian incursion into the city during a broadcast on Radio NV.

3 August 2024, 02:50 PM

Ukrainian air force to deploy F-16s for air defense and precision strikes

Ukraine's military expert Mykhailo Zhyrokhov addressed unconfirmed reports of Ukraine receiving F-16 fighter jets from Western countries during an interview with NV Radio on Aug. 1.

1 August 2024, 12:01 PM

Possible Russian offensive in Zaporizhzhya Oblast will be met with fire - Ukrainian Commander-in-Chief

Ukrainian military will be able to give a “good response” to the Russian army if it starts their attack in Zaporizhzhya Oblast, said the Commander-in-Chief of the Armed Forces of Ukraine Oleksandr Syrskyi in an interview with The Guardian on July 24.

24 July 2024, 12:40 PM

The Russians close to surrounding Ukrainian unit in Donetsk Oblast, making moves in Kharkiv Oblast - DeepState

The Russian army advanced near several settlements in Donetsk Oblast, attempting to encircle the 31st Separate Mechanized Brigade of the Armed Forces of Ukraine in Progress, Pokrovsk district, while the brigade’s command has not ordered a withdrawal, DeepState analytical portal reported on July 24.

24 July 2024, 11:39 AM

Enemy regroups to resume push near Vovchansk — military expert

Pavlo Narozhnyi, founder of the charity organization Jet Mail and a military expert, discussed the situation in Vovchansk, Kharkiv Oblast, Russian plans, and Ukrainian countermeasures in an interview with Radio NV on July 18.

18 July 2024, 04:53 PM

Russia prepares all-in attack on Chasiv Yar, targets Pokrovsk sector — military expert

Military expert Mykhailo Zhyrokhov explained the situation at the front, particularly the enemy's pressure in Donetsk Oblast and their assaults on Chasiv Yar and the Pokrovsk sector, in an interview with Radio NV on July 18.

18 July 2024, 02:55 PM

20+ allied countries sign new agreement to support Kyiv at NATO summit

Allied countries leaders signed the Ukraine Compact — a document containing commitments to support Ukraine following NATO summit results, the European Commission reported in its statement on July 11.

12 July 2024, 08:30 AM

Ukrainian Lieutenant General discusses battles near Chasiv Yar and Toretsk - video

The Charity Foundation "Safe skies over Ukraine" founder, Armed Forces General Staff former Deputy Chief, Lieutenant General Ihor Romanenko, told Radio NV about the situation near Chasiv Yar, where Ukrainian forces have withdrawn from the Kanal district, as well as the ongoing battles near Toretsk.

5 July 2024, 05:00 PM

Photographer chronicles grueling conditions for Ukraine's frontline soldiers

Renowned Ukrainian photographer Kostyantyn Liberov recently spent a day embedded with the Second Mechanized Battalion, Third Separate Assault Brigade near Borova, documenting the grueling conditions faced by Ukrainian soldiers. He shared his observations on Instagram on July 2, drawing stark comparisons between the hardships of modern warfare and those experienced in the World Wars.

3 July 2024, 01:45 PM

Russian troops advance across Donetsk and Luhansk oblasts — DeepState

Russian forces have advanced in Chasiv Yar, occupied the destroyed Kanal neighborhood, and made progress near Progress, Volodymyrivka, Karlivka, Krasnohorivka, and New York in Donetsk Oblast, DeepState analysts reported on July 3.

3 July 2024, 11:08 AM

Azov Chief of Staff calls on SBI to investigate Ukrainian general for 'war crimes' for losing land & soldiers

The Azov Brigade's Chief of Staff, Bohdan Krotevych, is calling for Ukraine's State Bureau of Investigation (SBI) to review a particular combat general, he wrote on Telegram.

24 June 2024, 11:55 AM

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