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Kyiv ready to discuss truce, but Kremlin shows no intention of shifting stance ahead of Abu Dhabi talks, ISW assesses

Politics 10/27/2026, 10:19

Ukraine has confirmed readiness to discuss a full or partial truce, but according to ISW, the Kremlin maintains its refusal of a ceasefire ahead of the trilateral talks in Abu Dhabi on November 10, 2026.

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AFU's Advance in the South Forces Russian Command to Redeploy Elite Forces

Politics 10/26/2026, 08:50

The AFU liberated three settlements near Oleksandrivka, forcing the Russian command to redeploy elite naval infantry and tank reserves to the southern sector.

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From Donbas to Odesa: ISW reveals true territorial ambitions of Russia

Politics 10/24/2026, 09:17

The Institute for the Study of War (ISW) reports that the Kremlin's territorial ambitions extend far beyond the Donbas, targeting southern and eastern Ukraine including Odesa.

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Ukrainian Forces Disrupt Russian Plans in Donetsk Region and Seize Initiative

Politics 10/23/2026, 09:14

Ukrainian forces disrupted Russian plans in Donetsk: since September, Russia has lost 241 sq km more territory than it captured, while Operation Vivaldi liberated 270 sq km.

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ISW: Operation Vivaldi Disrupted Russia's Encirclement Plan in the Lyman Direction

Politics 10/21/2026, 10:21

According to ISW, Operation Vivaldi turned the tide at the front: the Ukrainian Armed Forces reached the Zherebets River, disrupted the Russian encirclement plan, and forced the enemy to suffer heavy losses.

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Zelenskyy says he will run for president even if elections take place during the war

Politics 10/18/2026, 20:44

Zelenskyy stated he will run for president even if elections take place during the war. The Kremlin rejects his condition for a 60-day truce, and ISW notes that Russia is using the impossibility of voting to drag out negotiations.

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Putin Claims Capture of 6,500 sq km of Ukraine, but ISW Estimates Real Russian Gains Are 45 Times Lower

Politics 10/17/2026, 16:15

On October 16, Putin claimed the capture of 6,500 sq km and 310 settlements since the beginning of 2026, but ISW estimates Russia's real gains at 100 sq km and 69 settlements — 45 times less — and records net losses since September.

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AFU Blocked Russian Offensive Operations Across All Fronts, - ISW

Politics 10/15/2026, 10:10

The Ukrainian Defense Forces successfully blocked Russian army offensive operations across all key front sectors, disrupting the enemy's plans.

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AFU Break Through in Sumy Region, - ISW

Politics 10/14/2026, 10:05

The Ukrainian Defense Forces have advanced in the Sumy region and disrupted the Russian offensive, according to an ISW report from October 2026.

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Russia Attempts to Capitalize on Diesel Agreement with US, But There Is a Catch, - ISW

Politics 10/14/2026, 08:53

Russian authorities are trying to reassure the population amid the diesel deal with the US, but ISW experts are confident that the Kremlin will sacrifice the domestic market for export and geopolitical bonuses.

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Russia Strikes Ukrainian Energy Despite 'Truce': ISW Unveils Kremlin's Intentions

Politics 10/13/2026, 08:59

Ukraine is ready for an energy truce, but ISW warns that a limited refinery moratorium benefits Russia and leaves Ukrainian power plants under threat.

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Kremlin Finds New Excuse to Drag Out War with Ukraine, Says ISW

Politics 10/12/2026, 10:47

The Institute for the Study of War stated that the Kremlin is using the inability to hold elections in Ukraine to prolong the war and manipulate talks.

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Russian MoD Spreads False Claims in Max Regarding Army Success, Says ISW

Politics 10/11/2026, 09:35

The Institute for the Study of War stated that the Russian MoD publishes exaggerated front-line success reports on Max, ignored by independent observers.

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Russia Offered US No Concessions on Ukraine for Diesel Deal, Says ISW

Politics 10/10/2026, 09:09

The US has allowed Russian diesel exports after Trump's call to Putin, but Moscow offered no concessions on Ukraine, ISW reports.

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Ukrainian Forces Push Back Russian Army in Donbas, - ISW

Politics 10/08/2026, 08:47

Ukrainian Defense Forces have advanced east of Oleksandrivka and are successfully counterattacking in the Donbas, disrupting Russian offensive plans, ISW reports.

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AFU Achieve New Successes in Donbas and Zaporizhzhia Region, - ISW

Politics 10/07/2026, 09:53

Ukraine's Defense Forces have disrupted the Russian army's offensive and improved positions in Donbas and Zaporizhzhia, ISW reports.

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Russia Dangerously Upgrades "Geran" Drones: ISW Reveals New Capabilities

Technology 10/06/2026, 09:28

The Institute for the Study of War reported a large-scale upgrade of Russian "Geran-4" drones featuring new navigation sensors, engines, and warheads to bypass electronic warfare.

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Russia Starts Targeting Ukraine's Energy Sector Earlier: ISW Explains the Reason

Politics 10/05/2026, 06:30

Russia has started targeting Ukraine's energy infrastructure earlier than usual, aiming to inflict maximum damage before defenses are strengthened, ISW reports.

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