Tag: #Russia

Battle for the Buffer Zone: Russia Fails to Break Through Defenses in Sumy Region

Politics 07/21/2026, 09:23

Russia failed to break through defenses in northern Sumy despite attempts to create buffer zones. ISW recorded the participation of Russian VKS regiments in battles for Taratutyne and Maryine, as well as new strikes on Sumy and Crimea. 🇺🇦🔥

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Explosions in Crimea and strikes on Russia: large-scale attacks on the night of July 21

Politics 07/21/2026, 08:58

🔥 The night of July 21 marked a time of large-scale strikes on Crimea and Russia. Explosions in Yalta, fires in Moscow and Kherson, attacks on ships and energy facilities — events are developing rapidly. 🚨 #Crimea #Russia #Strikes

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Massive Attack: Russia Launched 58 Drones at Ukraine in a Single Night

Politics 07/21/2026, 08:49

Russia attacked Ukraine with 58 drones in one night: Air Defense shot down 46 targets, but 8 broke through. Fires in Sumy and damage in Mykolaiv. 🚨🇺🇦

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Rocket Rain and Fires: How the Large-Scale Attack on Lipetsk, Belgorod, and Other Russian Cities Unfolded

Incidents 07/21/2026, 08:07

🚨 The night of July 21 saw large-scale attacks on Russia: rockets and drones struck Lipetsk, Belgorod, Volgograd, and Crimea. A fire broke out near NLMK in Lipetsk, while Belgorod experienced a "rain of shrapnel" and a water outage. The operational headquarters claims there are no casualties, but infrastructure has been damaged. 🇷🇺🔥

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Major fire at the Ladoga industrial park near St. Petersburg: fire area reached 5,900 sq. m

Incidents 07/21/2026, 04:25

🔥 A major fire has engulfed the Ladoga industrial park near St. Petersburg. The fire area reached 5,900 sq. m, with buildings containing polymer materials burning. Social media is discussing the connection to recent attacks on facilities in Sumy and the Moscow region.

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Laura Loomer, a Trump Circle Blogger: 'I Was Under Russian Propaganda' — Confession After Visiting Ukraine

Politics 07/21/2026, 03:17

Blogger Laura Loomer from Trump's circle admitted she was under the influence of Russian propaganda. After visiting Ukraine, she saw evidence of war crimes and stated that Russia, not Ukraine, is guilty of Nazism. 🇺🇦🇷🇺

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Visit to the Kremlin: Kash Patel Could Become the First FBI Director to Visit Russia in 12 Years

Politics 07/21/2026, 01:29

FBI Director Kash Patel plans a visit to Moscow and St. Petersburg in October. This will be the first trip by the head of the agency to Russia in 12 years against the backdrop of strained relations. The agenda for meetings with the FSB remains secret 🇺🇸🇷🇺🕵️‍♂️

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Zelenskyy: Ukraine must be maximally strengthened by August to prepare for autumn

Politics 07/20/2026, 22:25

Zelenskyy held an emergency General Staff meeting with corps commanders and arms manufacturers. The main goal is to maximize army strength by August and prepare for Russian actions in the autumn. Discussions focused on the supply of drones, robots, and long-range artillery.

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Poland tests sirens: 'Alarm-26' drills and new threats in the Baltic region

Politics 07/20/2026, 21:52

🚨 On July 21, Poland will test sirens nationwide as part of the 'Alarm-26' drills. The exercises take place against a backdrop of rising tensions: Russian aircraft were intercepted over the Baltic, and Warsaw is preparing a new war readiness status. 🇵🇱⚠️

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Strikes on Logistics and Air Defense: Ukrainian General Staff Reports on Night Operation and Debunks Rumors of Syrsky's Resignation

Politics 07/20/2026, 21:29

The Ukrainian General Staff reported on a large-scale operation: tankers in the Black Sea, a bridge in the Donetsk region, and Russian air defense nodes were destroyed. Rumors about the resignation of Oleksandr Syrsky were also debunked. 🇺🇦🔥

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Attack on 'Golden Leo': India Condemns Strike on Merchant Vessel in the Black Sea

Politics 07/20/2026, 20:31

India has condemned the attack on the vessel 'Golden Leo' in the Black Sea, where four Indian sailors were killed. Russian forces struck the corn-carrying vessel with missiles as it departed from Odesa. This marks the third attack on commercial vessels in three days. 🚢🔥

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Deadlock in Brussels: Greece Blocks the 21st Sanctions Package Against Russia

Politics 07/20/2026, 20:17

The EU's 21st sanctions package against Russia is at risk of collapse due to Greece's stance. Athens is blocking the ban on the transshipment of Russian LNG, fearing damage to its business. Brussels is seeking a compromise to maintain the oil price cap and not weaken pressure on Moscow. 🇪🇺🇷🇺🛑

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«Banderol» from «Orion»: Russia changes tactics of strikes on Ukraine with new hybrid munitions

Politics 07/20/2026, 14:14

Russia is changing its strike tactics against Ukraine, increasingly using hybrid munitions called «Banderol» launched from «Orion» drones. 🚀🛸 Yuriy Ignat, Head of Communications of the Armed Forces of Ukraine, spoke about the speed of these drones and methods for their interception. The Armed Forces of Ukraine reported shooting down 81 drones during the night attack. 🇺🇦🛡️

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New Reality in Pavlohrad: First KAB Strike and Civilian Casualties

Incidents 07/20/2026, 13:43

For the first time, Pavlohrad in the Dnipropetrovsk region was struck by a guided air bomb (KAB). As a result of the attack, two people were killed, 13 civilians were injured, including children. 🔥🏚️ #Ukraine #Pavlohrad #KAB

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SBU Strike on Engels Airfield: Strategic Tu-95MS Bomber Destroyed

Incidents 07/20/2026, 13:34

SBU strikes Engels airfield: Tu-95MS bomber destroyed. Drones covered 800 km. 🚁🇺🇦

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Grain prices: Death toll after strike on Golden Leo vessel off Odessa rises to 10

Incidents 07/20/2026, 10:16

The death toll after the Russian strike on the Golden Leo vessel off Odessa has risen to 10. On board were citizens of Syria and India, as well as a Ukrainian pilot. The attack occurred as the vessel was departing with a cargo of corn. 🚢🔥🇺🇦

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Russia is depleting its stockpiles: more missiles launched in July than produced monthly

Politics 07/20/2026, 09:22

Russia is depleting its stockpiles: more ballistic missiles were launched in July than are produced monthly. ISW analysts record a sharp rise in the use of "Zircon" missiles and a decrease in the number of drones. 🚀📉

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Massive Night Attack: Russia Strikes Ukraine with Missiles and Drones; Air Defense Shoots Down Over 80 Targets

Politics 07/20/2026, 08:34

🚨 Massive night attack by Russia on Ukraine: missiles and hundreds of drones used. Air defense shot down 81 UAVs, but strikes hit 9 locations. The situation in the sky remains tense! 🇺🇦🛡️

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