Author: Chris York

Russia has raised concerns by launching a satellite into orbit with potential anti-satellite capabilities, as reported by U.S. officials. The move has sparked tensions between Washington and Moscow over the militarization of space. Despite the U.S.’s concerns, the Kremlin has not responded to the allegations. In a recent development, reports revealed that Russia tested a space-based anti-satellite weapon with potential nuclear capabilities in 2022. The U.S. House Intelligence Committee previously warned of a security threat from Russia, relating to its interest in placing a nuclear weapon in space. The satellite launched by Russia, named Cosmos-2553, was claimed to be for…

Support independent journalism in Ukraine. Join us in this fight. Become a member Support us just once The German government plans to increase its military aid to Ukraine by 3.8 billion euros in 2024, as reported by Reuters. This decision comes after the approval of over 7 billion euros for this year’s projects, leaving only 300 million euros for additional weaponry purchases. Defense Minister Boris Pistorius has requested the extra funds, supported by Finance Minister Christian Lindner, with final approval pending in June. Germany, criticized initially for delayed military aid, is now the second-largest supplier of military equipment to Ukraine.…

Support independent journalism in Ukraine. Join us in this fight. Become a member Support us just once Recently, five people were tragically killed and nine others injured in Russian strikes on villages in the Kupiansk district of Kharkiv Oblast, as reported by local authorities on May 19. Among the victims were three men aged 58, 64, and 65, and two women aged 56 and 72, who lost their lives in the attacks on Novoosynove and Kivsharivka villages. The ongoing violence in Kharkiv Oblast, with intensifying attacks by Russian forces targeting civilians and infrastructure, has led to a surge in casualties…

Support independent journalism in Ukraine. Join us in this fight. Become a member Support us just once The current stance of the West on the war in Ukraine has been criticized by the U.K’s defense secretary, Grant Shapps. In an interview with Sky News, Shapps expressed concerns about the delays in military aid to Ukraine, calling the situation “completely nonsensical.” President Volodymyr Zelensky had earlier mentioned that Ukraine’s international partners seem to be more afraid of Russia losing the war than supporting Ukraine to win. Shapps emphasized the importance of acting promptly to support Ukraine and prevent unnecessary loss of…

Support independent journalism in Ukraine. Join us in this fight. Become a member Support us just once President Volodymyr Zelensky announced that Ukrainian brigades no longer face a shortage of artillery shells for the first time since Russia’s invasion, marking progress in securing necessary resources. During the winter months, Ukraine’s Armed Forces struggled due to delays in U.S. military aid, leading to a critical shortage of artillery shells. However, a Czech-led initiative identified external sources to acquire 500,000 155 mm shells and 300,000 122 mm shells for Ukraine. Multiple countries have supported the initiative financially, potentially resulting in the delivery…

Support independent journalism in Ukraine. Join us in this fight. Become a member Support us just once Ukraine allegedly launched a massive drone attack on Russian targets, including the Novorossiysk port and oil facilities, with the Kremlin claiming to have destroyed over 100 drones. The Russian Defense Ministry reported intercepting and destroying 102 aerial and six naval drones, with no reported damage or casualties. The attack targeted various Russian territories, including Crimea and Krasnodar Krai, and involved naval aviation and patrol boats of the Black Sea Fleet. Ukrainian forces have been conducting drone strikes on Russian oil infrastructure in response…

Support independent journalism in Ukraine. Join us in this fight. The EU will freeze Georgia’s membership bid if it enacts its controversial “foreign agents” law, as reported by the Financial Times on May 15. The bill requires organizations receiving foreign funding to be labeled as “foreign agents,” similar to Russian legislation targeting Kremlin critics. Georgia’s parliament passed the bill on May 14, sparking widespread protests and criticism from the EU and the U.S. The U.S. warned of reassessing its relationship with Georgia, while the European Parliament condemned the law, stating EU accession negotiations should not proceed with it in place.…

Support Independent Journalism in Ukraine Join us in this fight to support independent journalism in Ukraine. Your help is crucial in ensuring the freedom of press and democracy. Become a member Support us just once Slovak Prime Minister Robert Fico survived an assassination attempt on May 15, sustaining non-life-threatening injuries. The attacker fired five shots, three of which hit Fico outside a government meeting in Handlova. The incident, labeled as politically motivated, has sparked concerns about the growing hostility in society. International leaders, including President Zelensky and Czech President Petr Pavel, condemned the attack and emphasized the need to curb…

Support independent journalism in Ukraine. Join us in this fight. Become a member Support us just once Russia’s new Defense Minister Andrei Belousov has prioritized winning the war in Ukraine “with minimal human losses,” amidst reports of record casualties among Russian troops. Belousov, who replaced Sergei Shoigu, emphasized achieving victory while minimizing human costs. Russia has not disclosed its actual losses in Ukraine, with the official death toll standing at 5,937 while Ukraine reports significantly higher numbers. France estimates around 150,000 Russian troops killed since the invasion began. Mediazona and BBC Russia have confirmed 49,281 Russian soldier names who died…

Support independent journalism in Ukraine. Join us in this fight. Become a member Support us just once Ukraine’s ambassador to Latvia announced that Latvia will be providing domestically-produced drones and radar systems to Kyiv. This collaboration signifies the increasing military-technical cooperation between the two countries. The ambassador revealed that more reports on the transfer of defense systems from Latvia to Ukraine can be expected in the future. Latvia has been a strong supporter of Ukraine, allocating a portion of its GDP for military aid. The recent aid package includes anti-aircraft guns, surveillance systems, and other assets to enhance Ukraine’s defense…