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Not an intended consequence but the US administration may be helping out Ukraine in unexpected ways.
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Not an intended consequence but the US administration may be helping out Ukraine in unexpected ways.
Czech army sends final Soviet-era tanks to Ukraine
The Czech Republic has transferred its last remaining operational T-72M1 tanks to Ukraine, concluding a multi-year effort to phase out Cold War-era equipment while bolstering Kyiv’s armored forces amid ongoing Russian aggression. Citing defense sources, Czech daily Hospodářské noviny (HN)...
Russia sends fresh BMP-3s to frontlines
Russian state defense conglomerate Rostec has delivered a fresh batch of BMP-3 infantry fighting vehicles to its armed forces. According to Rostec, the vehicles were manufactured by its subsidiary, the High-Precision Systems holding, and come equipped with several enhancements aimed at...
Ukrainian drone blow up Russian Tu-22M3 bomber
Ukrainian forces have successfully destroyed a Russian Tu-22M3 long-range bomber using a drone strike, according to the Commander-in-Chief of the Armed Forces of Ukraine, Colonel General Oleksandr Syrskyi. The attack took place just moments after the aircraft had landed at
Flying Aircraft Carriers: Ukraine Refines FPV Mothership Tactics
Ukraine is fielding carrier drones to transport FPVs to the target area. A Ukrainian commander describes the limitations and potential of this new technology .
www.forbes.com
Japan’s Mud-Loving Engineer Vehicle Debuts On The Ukraine Front Line
The five-ton Morooka PC-065B can lift three tons while treading across mud and swamps. It’s ideal for building defenses for outnumbered Ukrainian infantry.
www.forbes.com
Ukraine Is Making FPV Drones Without Chinese Parts And At Lower Cost
FPV drone makers always relied on Chinese components, with all the supply chain issues that entails. Now Ukrainian makers Vyriy have built an all-local supply chain.
www.forbes.com
I hope they also got some of the air/ground crew (valuable specialists)Ukrainian drone blow up Russian Tu-22M3 bomber
Ukrainian forces have successfully destroyed a Russian Tu-22M3 long-range bomber using a drone strike, according to the Commander-in-Chief of the Armed Forces of Ukraine, Colonel General Oleksandr Syrskyi. The attack took place just moments after the aircraft had landed atdefence-blog.com
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If I can take you back a few postings, here is an interesting piece regarding Amazons alternative to Starlink. In particular I like the estimated cost of the ground link of approx $500.
Ukraine lays out peacekeeping mission wish list
Kyiv needs Western troops on the ground to deter any future Russian attack, but the U.S. is sitting this out.
www.politico.eu
Ukrainian drone delivers blood under fire
Ukrainian forces have successfully used a drone to deliver life-saving blood to a wounded soldier on the front lines. According to Militarnyi, the critical incident unfolded during intense fighting near Pokrovske, where a soldier from the 14th Separate Mechanized Brigade “Chervona Kalyna”...
Russia Is Fielding New EW Counter-Drone Systems To Aid Struggling Offense
Ukrainian drones have caused issues for Russia’s struggling offense. In response, Russia is fielding several new electronic warfare (EW) systems to counter these drones.
www.forbes.com
Busting A Russian Bunker, A Ukrainian Jet Buried An Artillery Staff
A bunker attack in southern Ukraine could offset Russia’s manpower advantage in the region.
www.forbes.com
