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War in Ukraine
‘The Battle for the Sky Rages On’ – Ukraine at War Update for Aug. 6
Russian drones and missiles target Kyiv; AFU releases footage of Storm Shadow’s devastation; Air Force says 8,000 aerial targets downed to date; Kremlin arrests defense officials for embezzlement.
Aug. 6, 2024
F-16
Loaded for Bear: Ukraine’s F-16 Warplanes Have New Self-Protection and Latest Air Combat Ordnance
These F-16AM/BM models, previously part of the Danish fleet, come with modern upgrades and additional equipment that could significantly boost the Ukrainian Air Force’s fighter capabilities.
Aug. 5, 2024
Iran
Former Russian Defense Minister Shoigu Reportedly Arrives in Tehran
Sergei Shoigu, who now heads Russia’s Security Council, reportedly arrived in Tehran on Monday to meet top Iranian officials as Tehran’s retaliatory strikes against Israel turned imminent.
Aug. 5, 2024
War in Ukraine
Freed Russian Anti-War Politicians Trigger Backlash in Ukraine
The backlash to the first set of public comments by some of those released in last week's historic prisoner exchange is a stark indication of the chasm between Kyiv and Russia's anti-war opposition.
Aug. 5, 2024
Hungary
European Parliamentarians Call for Hungary’s Exclusion from Schengen Zone
70 European MEPs have signed a letter demanding the action after Budapest’s decision to ease visa requirements for Russian and Belarusian citizens.
Aug. 5, 2024
Netherlands
Ukraine May be Unable to Use More than 10 Western Supplied F-16s in 2024
The New York Times said on Monday that Ukraine only has about 20 pilots sufficiently trained to fly the aircraft that are being provided this year.
Aug. 5, 2024
Germany
UK Warns of Dangers of Russian Drone Surveillance Over Military Training Areas
The UK published the warnings in the latest edition of its Field Army Threat Handbook and, while the concern is shared by other European authorities, it’s not clear if there is a current threat.
Aug. 5, 2024
Armed Forces of Ukraine
Satellite Images Show Su-34 Fighter-Bomber Destroyed at Russian Airfield
The latest imagery confirmed that the attack on Russia’s Morozovsk airfield on Saturday, destroyed a Su-34 fighter-bomber, aviation ammunition and caused widespread damage.
Aug. 5, 2024
