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Russian Armed Forces
Russian Army Faces Sharp Decline in Recruitment for War Effort
The slowdown is definitely noticeable, and while the bump in the federal signing bonus adds a twist, it makes pinning down an accurate estimate a challenge.
Dec. 5, 2024
War in Ukraine
Why Russia is Losing Everywhere: Ukraine, Syria, and Beyond
Chuck Pfarrer discusses explains that Russia is showing all of the signs of having fallen into a quagmire with no strategy or hope of being able to get out, with Kyiv Post’s Jason Smart.
Dec. 4, 2024
Drones
Russian Forces Amass 300 Boats for Dnipro Crossing, Signal New Kherson Offensive
The intensifying attacks on Kherson are likely part of a broader Russian strategy to apply pressure on Ukraine ahead of potential negotiations following Trump’s inauguration.
Dec. 4, 2024
War in Ukraine
Putin Relative Reveals Secret Figure on Missing Soldiers
Anna Tsivilyova, the reported daughter of Putin’s cousin, said that the government had received 48,000 appeals from relatives related to the identification of missing soldiers.
Dec. 4, 2024
HUR
Russia Sends Interpreters and Mercenaries From Africa to Support Troops in Syria
Demoralized by the opposition’s successes and with rotations suspended, Russian troops in Syria are being reinforced with interpreters and mercenaries from the so-called “African Corps.”
Dec. 3, 2024
Ukraine
Preparing for Peace – Russian Politicians Told to Represent an ‘Image of Victory’
The Kremlin likely expects a war conclusion and is preparing to spin it for the Russian public as a victory, regardless of hardline patriots’ or liberals’ expectations.
Dec. 3, 2024
HUR
Russia Flees Damascus: Abandoned Military Equipment, Command Shake-Up, Major Losses in Syria
Russia flees Damascus, abandoning equipment while a special forces commander is heading to Moscow to explain the failures in Syria.
Dec. 2, 2024
HUR
Russian Forces Suffer Major Losses in Syria, Commander Fired as Hundreds Go Missing
Russian forces are suffering heavy losses in Syria, leading Moscow to replace General Sergey Kisel. Ukrainian intelligence reports hundreds of Russian troops missing after intense battles.
Dec. 1, 2024
ANALYSIS: Russia’s Air Defense Problems Are Growing
Many Russians have gone into panic mode as they watch Ukrainian drones hit targets in Russia almost at will.
June 8, 2026
