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Another West-sent weapon has been blown up to pieces by the Russian Army in Ukraine amid the war. In the lastest, an U.S.-made 155 MM M109 Paladin Howitzer was destroyed by a Russian Lancet drone in Zaporizhzhia. In Krasny Liman direction, TOS-1A flamethrowers wreaked havoc and bombed an Ukrainian stronghold.

China has snubbed the U.S.-led West again amid Russia's war in Ukraine. Chinese president Xi Jinping has sent his defence minister Li Shangfu to visit Russia and Belarus despite calls from the West to isolate Russia. Li Shangfu is currently visiting the Army Day Forum in Moscow following which he will meet Russian leaders before heading to Minsk

Russia has threatened retaliation after Ukraine attempted to strike Crimea as well as the key Kerch Bridge. Russia's Foreign Ministry called it Ukraine's "terrorist attack," saying it put innocent civilians' lives at risk. Russian foreign ministry spokesperson Maria Zakharova said, "There can be no justification for such barbaric actions, and they will not go unanswered.

Russia has reportedly started copying attack drones it acquired from Iran for use in the Ukraine war. According to a Conflict Armament Research report, Russia was able to copy the drones despite crippling sanctions on its weapons production. The researchers' claims are based on inspections of the wreckage of two attack drones that were used in combat in southeastern Ukraine. As per reports, the Russian-made versions of the Shahed-136 are commonly marked as Geran-2 or Geranium-2 in Russian

Russia claims that Ukraine tried to attack the Kerch Strait Bridge in Crimea with S-200 guided missiles on August 12. Russia’s Defence Ministry said Kyiv’s attempt to target the Crimea Bridge with S-200 rockets has been unsuccessful. Pro-Russian official Sergei Aksyonov said that anti-aircraft defences had intercepted and downed two rockets in the vicinity of the bridge. Shortly after the attack, Aksyonov said that the Russian air defences shot down another missile over the Kerch strait. Russia's foreign ministry strongly criticised Ukraine for what it called a "terrorist attack" on the Crimean Bridge and vowed retaliation. A Russian S-30 fighter jet crashed in the westernmost Kaliningrad Region on Aug. 12, killing the two pilots, Russia said. Ukraine's intelligence agency SBU said their team neutralised the Terminator or BMPT, utilising another T-80 main battle tank, in the Donetsk region. A Russian war blogger has accused his country's military officials of encouraging soldiers to exaggerate their successes in Ukraine. The blogger said Russian servicemen have been instructed to "report false successes on their missions to please their commanders”. A small group of Russian soldiers in Ukraine recently described their morale as being "below floor level". Russian-installed official Vladimir Rogov has said that Russia regained control of Urozhaine in the Luhansk oblast in an overnight counterattack. Watch this video to know what's latest in the Ukraine-Russia war.

Russia's Defence Minister Sergei Shoigu inspected remote Arctic garrisons of the Northern Fleet, the ministry said on August 12, as a detachment of warships was sent to the Arctic Ocean to perform tasks. Shoigu inspected the military infrastructure as well as "readiness for actions to protect and defend critical facilities", the ministry said on the Telegram messaging app. A detachment of warships, including the destroyer Vice-Admiral Kulakov, the landing ship Alexander Otrakovsky and the rescue tug Altai went to the Arctic, the ministry said. It was not clear when Shoigu visited the fleet. It started military training on Friday aimed at working out actions to protect Russia's sovereignty in the waters of the Northern Sea Route, the fleet said.

The Russian Army has reportedly blown up two Ukrainian drone control centres in Donetsk amid Ukraine's counteroffensive. The New York Times reported that Ukraine had lost over 150,000 soldiers since the beginning of the war last year. Meanwhile, Russian forces shot down 20 Ukrainian drones over Crimea and thwarted a major attack early on Saturday. Watch this video for more updates from the Russia-Ukraine conflict zone.

Putin Begs for Peace Again....?????

the Ukrainian army has penetrated the frontline 6 kilometers deep. We meet with the crew of the French light tank AMX-10RC and documented the results of Russian occupation in the newly liberated villages of Neskuchne and Storozheve.

Russian forces have bombed foreign mercenaries fighting alongside Ukrainian Army in Ukraine while also attacking an airfield with Kinzhal missiles. Russian military further reported that it has improved its position in Kharkiv region of Ukraine.

Ukraine described the Saudi-hosted peace talks in Jeddah as a significant "breakthrough," noting the expanded participation of global powers including China. Kyiv remained optimistic about acquiring long-range missiles from the US and Germany, emphasising their potential to shorten the war's duration. Ukraine said direct negotiations with Russian President Vladimir Putin were off the table due to Putin's alleged war crimes, though dialogue with Russia could be pursued post troop withdrawal. Belarus expressed concerns over Poland's plans to deploy 10,000 troops near their shared border. A warehouse near Putin's presidential residence in Novo-Ogaryovo caught fire, while Russia reported shooting down two Ukrainian drones near Kursk.

Russia presses the main thrust of its operation in Kharkiv oblast closer to the city of Kupiansk. Ukrainian military officials say Russians are now less than five miles away from the city. Kyiv's forces have reportedly retreated from parts of Kharkiv after huge losses. Kupiansk officials are planning a mandatory civilian evacuation amid intense fighting. Ukraine admits that defeat in Kupiansk could impact its ongoing offensive.

Russia has delivered massive defeats to Ukraine in the Orekhovsky region. More than 1,000 Ukrainian troops have been killed in back-to-back Russian strikes. Moscow's forces have launched a missile storm in the Orekhovsky region. Vladimir Putin's trusted Chechen fighters have joined the Russian Army in the region. The region has become a hotspot in the last few days amid Kyiv's counterattacks

North Korean leader Kim Jong Un replaced the military's top general and called for more preparations for the possibility of war, a boost in weapons production, and expansion of military drills, the North's state-run television KRT reported on August 10. Kim made the comments at a meeting of the Central Military Commission which was held on August 9 and discussed plans for countermeasures to deter North Korea's enemies, which it did not name, the media said. Photos released by KRT showed Kim pointing at Seoul and areas surrounding the South Korean capital on a map. General Ri Yong Gil was named to replace the military’s top general, chief of the General Staff Pak Su Il, state media reported, without elaborating. It was unclear if Ri would retain his role as defence minister.

Best general of the Russian army has been eliminated!

Kremlin is Frantically Evacuating Millions of Russians!

Ukraine Has Taken a Russian Top General Hostage! Confessions that Shocked the Kremlin

In the realm of modern warfare, the relentless pursuit of advanced defense systems has led nations to develop sophisticated technologies capable of safeguarding their interests and deterring potential threats. Among these cutting-edge systems, the Russian Pantsir Missile System has emerged as a formidable force to be reckoned with. With its exceptional capabilities and unrivaled performance, the Pantsir system has earned a reputation for its unbeatable power on the battlefield, showcasing Russia's prowess in missile defense technology.

A Russian drone strike destroyed an oil depot in Ukraine's Dubno district. Kyiv reported downing seven Russian attack drones while Russia claimed to have eliminated 13 Ukrainian drones. Poland's defence ministry plans to station 10,000 troops along the Belarus border to keep potential attackers away. Russian President Vladimir Putin is mulling attending the forthcoming G20 summit in India, marking a potential appearance with Western leaders since the Ukraine conflict began and the COVID-19 pandemic.

On August 9, fires broke out in two separate areas of Russia: a military facility in Georgiyevsk and near a major airport in Domodedovo outside Moscow. Tensions escalated further on August 10, as Moscow reported intercepting 11 drones aimed at Sevastopol in Crimea, attributing the strike attempts to Ukraine and labelling them as "terrorist attacks." A powerful explosion rocked a fireworks warehouse in Sergiev Posad, leaving one dead, over 50 injured, and 12 missing; locals likened the event to Ukrainian attacks on Belgorod and other border regions. Russia's Deputy Foreign Minister, Mikhail Galuzin, accused NATO of planning nuclear scenarios against Russia. The US State Department is considering sending new defence equipment to Kyiv.

Russia has blasted United States, asking it stop acting as 'world policeman' and refrain from interfering in the internal matters of other countries. This after former American envoy to Russia Michael McPaul defended United States' Biden Administration's foreign policy amid criticism at home and abroad.

German MP Sahra Wagenknecht said that the Russia-Ukraine war cannot be solved militarily. In her Facebook post, Wagenknecht said that despite the fact that the West supplied more than 73 billion euros worth of weapons, Ukraine's counteroffensive has brought nothing but destruction. She also said that "How many more people will have to die until those in charge in the United States and Europe finally realise that this conflict cannot be solved militarily?"

Russia has deployed a Chechen unit in Zaporizhzhia, who have been seen near the occupied nuclear power station. The Chechen authorities have been relatively quiet about the presence of Akhmat Grozny in the area. Experts say Kadyrov could view their deployment as a victory that would likely boost his position within the Kremlin. The Chechens, reportedly constitute about one-fifth of occupying forces in Enerhodar, and do not mingle with other Russian soldiers.

On July 26th, President Mohamed Bazoum of Niger was detained by the leader of his presidential guard. The coup was the latest in a series of military takeovers in West Africa and threatens to further undermine the region's democratic gains. Mvemba Phezo Dizolele, director of the Africa Program at CSIS, discusses what the coup will mean for the region and for countries including the United States, France, and Russia. This is what's happening with Niger's coup.