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Russia to Award Medal for Wartime Body Recovery Operations Amid Growing Casualties in Ukraine Conflict
Dec 09, 2025 12:10 pm CST
Russia's Defence Ministry has proposed a new medal to recognize those who risk their lives recovering fallen soldiers from combat zones, highlighting the significant challenge of accounting for casualties after nearly four years of war in Ukraine. British intelligence estimates over one million Russian soldiers have been killed or wounded since the 2022 invasion began.
Russia Cautiously Welcomes Elements of Trump's Ukraine Peace Plan While Seeking Further Discussion
Nov 26, 2025 10:37 pm CST
Russia has reviewed the latest US-proposed Ukraine peace plan and finds some aspects positive, while indicating others require serious expert discussion. The Kremlin confirmed no detailed discussions have occurred yet, as President Trump prepares to send officials to meet both sides. European allies remain cautious about potential concessions to Moscow, emphasizing continued support for Ukraine as hostilities persist with ongoing Russian aerial attacks.
Russia's Massive Production of 120,000 Glide Bombs in 2025: Expanding Range and Threat to Ukraine
Nov 15, 2025 11:59 am CST
Ukrainian intelligence reports Russia plans to manufacture 120,000 devastating glide bombs in 2025, including a new variant with 200km range. These weapons, which are cheaper than missiles but highly destructive, are currently deployed at a rate of 200-250 daily against Ukrainian cities. Russia is also expanding drone production to 70,000 units, while North Korean military support continues with both artillery shells and newly developed drone technology.
Massive Russian Drone and Missile Strikes Cause Nationwide Power Outages Across Ukraine
Oct 30, 2025 07:57 pm CST
Russia launched over 650 drones and 50 missiles targeting Ukraine's energy infrastructure, causing power outages across all regions as winter approaches. The systematic attacks killed at least two people and injured 17, including children, prompting calls for increased air defense support and international pressure on Moscow.
Strategic Battle for Pokrovsk: Russia's Critical Push to Control Eastern Ukraine's Gateway City
Oct 29, 2025 09:32 pm CST
Russian forces have nearly encircled Pokrovsk, a crucial transportation hub in eastern Ukraine's Donetsk region, employing a strategic pincer movement rather than frontal assaults. The city's capture would provide Moscow control over vital supply routes, disrupt Ukrainian logistics, and create a platform for advancing toward key Ukrainian strongholds in Donetsk. President Zelenskiy acknowledges "fierce fighting" as Ukraine rushes to reinforce positions in this strategic gateway city that represents approximately 10% of the contested Donbas region.
Russian Drone Strikes Kill 3 and Injure 29 in Kyiv as Putin Tests New Nuclear-Capable Missile
Oct 26, 2025 07:58 pm CST
Russia launched drone attacks on Kyiv killing three civilians and wounding 29 others, including seven children. Ukrainian air defenses neutralized 90 of 101 drones. The attack comes as Putin announces tests of a new nuclear-capable cruise missile, while Zelensky pleads for Western air defense systems following consecutive nights of deadly Russian strikes on the capital.
Zelensky Seeks US Tomahawk Missiles in Washington Meeting with Trump Amid Renewed Peace Efforts
Oct 17, 2025 07:51 am CST
Ukrainian President Zelensky has arrived in Washington for critical arms talks with President Trump, seeking long-range Tomahawk missiles that could reach Moscow. The visit comes after Putin warned Trump against such transfers, while Ukraine faces continuing Russian infrastructure attacks and rolling power cuts during cold weather. Zelensky hopes the recent Middle East peace momentum can help end the nearly four-year war with Russia.
Russia Launches Massive Infrastructure Strikes on Kyiv: Power and Water Systems Crippled in Escalating Winter Strategy
Oct 10, 2025 11:29 am CST
Russia conducted a large-scale missile and drone attack on Kyiv early Friday, targeting critical infrastructure and cutting off electricity and water supplies across Ukraine's capital. The assault represents an escalation in Moscow's winter campaign against Ukrainian energy systems, with officials confirming multiple casualties and ordering evacuations in frontline cities as both sides intensify cross-border strikes.
Putin Claims Russia Has Captured 5,000 Square Kilometers of Ukrainian Territory in 2025
Oct 08, 2025 07:51 am CST
Russian President Vladimir Putin announced that Russian forces have captured approximately 5,000 square kilometers (1,930 square miles) of Ukrainian territory in 2025, claiming full strategic initiative on the battlefield. Speaking on his 73rd birthday, Putin stated that Ukrainian forces are retreating across all front sectors despite fierce resistance, with Russian General Staff Chief Valery Gerasimov reporting advances in multiple directions, including the Donetsk region where the heaviest fighting is concentrated.