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EXPLAINED: What We Know About the Attack on Russia’s Belgorod
A cross-border incursion by anti-Putin forces yesterday is continuing on Tuesday morning, with reports Russia is even evacuating nuclear missiles from the region.
May 23, 2023
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EXPLAINED: Why Even Some Russian Propagandists Aren’t Celebrating ‘Victory’ in Bakhmut
Arch-Russian nationalist Igor Girkin dismissed the efforts to take the city of Bakhmut as “not even approximately worth the effort and money spent on it.”
May 22, 2023
War in Ukraine
EXPLAINED: Zelensky's Bakhmut Comments Cause Confusion After Russian Claims of Capture
Western analysts have said Russia’s claims – if true – are ‘purely symbolic’ and there are still major obstacles facing the Kremlin’s forces in the city.
May 21, 2023
War in Ukraine
EXPLAINED: Ukraine ‘Seizes Tactical Advantage’ in Bakhmut, Wagner Chief Begs for Support
Ukrainian units including the 3rd Separate Assault Infantry Brigade have made ‘significant gains’ in recent days, while Yevgeny Prigozhin has once again accused Russian forces of retreating.
May 19, 2023
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EXPLAINED: Arguments Rage Over Downed Hypersonic Missiles Versus ‘Destroyed’ Patriot
The Kremlin has denied Ukraine’s claims to have shot down six ‘Kinzhal’ missiles yesterday, May 16 and claimed a US-made Patriot air defense system was destroyed in Kyiv.
May 17, 2023
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EXPLAINED: Why Lukashenko Put Belarus’ Forces on High Alert
Following downing of four Russian aircraft, the Belarus dictator made his first public appearance in nearly a week but looked gaunt, sounded tired and had a bandage on his hand.
May 16, 2023
War in Ukraine
EXPLAINED: Why Saturday Was an Exceptionally Bad Day for Russia’s Air Force
The apparent downing of four Russian aircraft over the weekend was described as “justice ... and instant karma” by a senior adviser to President Zelensky.
May 14, 2023
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EXPLAINED: Why Russia’s Bakhmut Denials Are Signs of ‘Increased Panic’
Moscow did not comment on reports over the alleged withdrawals of Russian troops near Bakhmut, but said its forces were "continuing to liberate the western parts" of the city.
May 12, 2023
