Tag: military conflict
Russia is a “terror state” – EU sanctions hit almost half of former Russian exports
Kyiv After the rocket attack on the center of the city of Vinnytsia in western Ukraine that killed many civilians, President Volodymyr Zelensky described Russia as a “terrorist state”. “No…
The next phase of the war and what it means for Ukrainians
Berlin Are these the first effects of western arms shipments? In the past three days, Russian units have not gained any ground, writes the British military intelligence service in its…
Personnel problems in the Russian army
Berlin A gray prison courtyard appears on the somewhat fuzzy mobile phone video. As the camera pans to the right, it reveals a larger group of inmates lined up in…
Selenski hopes for an early grain deal – rapprochement in the dispute over Kaliningrad
Repair of a combine harvester Ukraine continues to sit on large quantities of grain, which it hopes to export soon. (Photo: dpa) Istanbul, Kaliningrad, Kyiv Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky has…
On which the success of the Ukrainian counter-offensive depends
Destroyed Russian ammunition depot Right at the beginning of the proclaimed counter-offensive in the south, Ukraine attacked an arms depot in the town of Nowa Kakhovka. Photo: Planet Labs Pbc/Planet…
“Occupiers will have no safe haven anywhere”
Zelensky in Dnipro The President of Ukraine on a visit to war-torn Dnepropetrovsk Oblast. (Photo: dpa) Kyiv, Moscow Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky has expressed optimism about the further course of…
Putin travels to Iran – What does the Kremlin boss want from Tehran?
Russian President Vladimir Putin and Iranian President Ebrahim Raisi Relations between Russia and Iran have become ever closer in recent years. (Photo: AP) Moscow, Tehran Russian President Vladimir Putin plans…
What is the current military situation?
Berlin A video has been circulating on social media of a T-34 tank getting onto a flatbed truck, sliding and lying on its side: “World War II tank plays dead…
Selenski criticizes turbine delivery for Nord Stream 1
Kyiv Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky has warned against making concessions to Russia over concerns about energy shortages in Europe. The planned delivery of a serviced Russian turbine for the Baltic…
This is how Ukraine keeps its economy alive despite the war
Destroyed shopping center in Kremenchuk According to forecasts, Ukraine’s economic output will fall by 35 percent in 2022. (Photo: AP) Russian rockets and shells don’t just destroy houses and kill…
Gerhard Schröder wants to keep in touch with Putin
Gerhard Schröder “I will not give up my opportunities to talk to President Putin.” (Photo: IMAGO/SNA) Berlin Former Chancellor Gerhard Schröder wants to keep in touch with Russian President Vladimir…
Gerhard Schröder wants to keep in touch with Putin
Gerhard Schröder “I will not give up my opportunities to talk to President Putin.” (Photo: IMAGO/SNA) Berlin Former Chancellor Gerhard Schröder wants to keep in touch with Russian President Vladimir…
Ukraine’s weaknesses – and how to fix them
Russian tank A destroyed Russian tank is near Kyiv. (Photo: IMAGO/NurPhoto) Berlin After the Russian conquest of the Luhansk region, the Ukrainian army also came under heavy pressure in Donetsk.…
Russian army targets Donetsk region
Moscow, Kyiv The Russian army is advancing in eastern Ukraine and, after capturing the Luhansk region, is increasingly targeting the Donetsk region. The occupiers were launching attacks west from the…
Selenski recalls Melnyk as ambassador of Ukraine in Berlin
Andriy Melnyk The Ambassador of Ukraine in Germany loses his post. (Photo: dpa) Kyiv/ Berlin The Ukrainian ambassador Andriy Melnyk has to vacate his post in Germany. President Volodymyr Zelensky…
Warring parties are preparing for new offensives
Vienna It is remarkable that Russia is not reporting any land gains in Ukraine, as it is doing these days. After all, the Kremlin usually portrays the invasion as one…
The West’s Dilemma at the G20 Summit
Berlin In the end, the controversial guest left earlier than planned. Russian Foreign Minister Sergei Lavrov disappeared after his speech on the Indonesian island of Bali before German Foreign Minister…
Zelensky calls for air defense systems – criticism of Ukrainian military leadership
Moscow, Kyiv At the same time as the G20 foreign ministers’ meeting, Russian President Vladimir Putin warned the West against direct military confrontation with a view to the Ukraine war.…
Donbass, rubles, support: That’s why Putin is sure of victory
Berlin Vladimir Putin is confident again. His reluctance and, as some said, helplessness, which he showed at the victory parade on May 9th, seem to have vanished. The rumors about…
People of Donbass as supporters of Russia
In the Russian President’s lavishly furnished office in the Kremlin, Defense Minister Sergei Shoigu quietly reads out endless numbers. Destroyed: 196 tanks and armored personnel carriers, 12 aircraft and 69…