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War in Ukraine
‘Russia’s First Shot in the War’ – Ukraine at War Update for Sept. 6
US indicts GRU officers for malware attacks; Europe saw uptick in Russian disinformation, says Ukrainian authority; In CNN interview, Syrsky says Russians haven’t moved “a single meter” in Pokrovsk.
Sept. 6, 2024
Zelensky
Russia Deploys 60K Troops to Kursk Region, Zelensky Says
Ukraine began its offensive in the Kursk region, aiming to force Russia to shift its forces from the Donetsk region. However, Russian troop numbers in the Pokrovsk sector have not decreased.
Sept. 5, 2024
Armed Forces of Ukraine
Kyiv Suspends Chief of Unmanned Systems Amid Allegations of Treason and Russian Ties
The Chief of Staff of the Ukraine’s Unmanned Systems Command, Roman Hladkyi, was suspended after allegations of treason, corruption, and ties between his family and Russia.
Sept. 4, 2024
NATO
Media Speculates About Ukrainian Military’s Attendance at ‘Secret’ Meeting in Germany
A closed-door military conference in Dresden attended by senior officers from 35 nations, including Ukraine, got the media into a spin as it drew its own exaggerated conclusions.
Aug. 30, 2024
Armed Forces of Ukraine
Russia Forms Volunteer Unit to Defend Кursk Region from Ukraine’s Offensive
Kursk regional authorities create a “Bars-Kursk” volunteer detachment to maintain order in the territories bordering the areas controlled by Kyiv’s armed forces.
Aug. 30, 2024
Armed Forces of Ukraine
‘We Continue to Move Forward’ – Ukrainian Army Chief Reports on Offensive in Kursk Region
Reporting on the progress, Syrsky said that Kyiv’s forces now control 1,294 square kilometers (almost 500 square miles) and 100 settlements in the Russian border region of Kursk.
Aug. 27, 2024
Zelensky
Kursk Offensive ‘Has Advanced,’ Says Ukraine’s Army Chief
Ukraine’s commander-in-chief said troops have advanced one to three kilometers in Russia’s Kursk region and it is expected to capture “many prisoners” from an ongoing battle.
Aug. 17, 2024
Armed Forces of Ukraine
Ukraine, Russia Both Claim Advances in Kursk Region
Ukraine's commander-in-chief said that his troops have captured 82 settlements, Russia claimed it recaptured one village.
Aug. 16, 2024
War in Ukraine
Oleksandr Syrsky: The Ukrainian General Overseeing Kursk Incursion
His troops launched on Aug. 6 a large-scale operation across Russia's border in the Kursk region, breaking months of setbacks for the Ukrainian army and catching Russian troops off-guard.
Aug. 14, 2024
Zelensky
Zelensky Says Ukraine ‘Has Strength to Achieve Its Goals’ in Latest Address
The president’s statement came after talks with Ukraine’s Commander-in-Chief amid speculation that the war was grinding to stalemate that would require territory to be ceded in exchange for peace.
July 29, 2024
Crimea
‘Realistic Plan’ to Retake Crimea, Battlefield Assessments – Key Points from Syrsky’s Guardian Interview
Ukraine’s Commander Oleksandr Syrksy vowed to restore the country’s 1991 border. He discussed current battlefield developments and said he's optimistic, despite the situation being “difficult.”
July 24, 2024
Zelensky
Gov’t Overhaul, Peace Summit, Trump – Takeaways From Zelensky’s Press Conference
President Volodymyr Zelensky discussed aid from other countries, the upcoming US elections, potential changes in the Ukrainian government, among other topics in Monday’s press conference.
July 15, 2024
Armed Forces of Ukraine
Army to Investigate Infantry Brigade Over Claims of Defeat in Pokrovsk Sector
Ukraine’s 59th Motorized Infantry Brigade has a long combat record. At the moment the formation stands in the direct path of Russia’s latest big offensive.
July 15, 2024
War in Ukraine
Russia Tries to Advance Before Ukraine’s F-16s Arrive, Says Syrsky
Kyiv’s Commander-in-Chief said Russia is now working hard to erode Ukraine’s forces the best it can before F-16s arrive and strengthen Ukrainian skies.
June 17, 2024
War in Ukraine
Russia 'Bogged Down' in Battle for Border Town, Ukraine's Army Chief Says
Kyiv has been battling a Russian land assault on its northeastern Kharkiv region since May 10, when thousands of troops stormed the border, making their biggest territorial advances in 18 months.
May 24, 2024
War in Ukraine
Russia Extended Front Line by 70 Kilometers in Kharkiv Region, Syrsky Says
The Ukrainian Armed Forces Commander-in-Chief said Moscow has extended the front of active combat operations by almost 70 kilometers attempting to force Kyiv to use its reserves.
May 17, 2024