UKRAINIAN DRONE VIDEO
AI begins ushering in an age of killer robots
The latest iterations of technology enabling drones and other machines to operate autonomously owe their advancements to deep learning, an AI method utilising extensive data for pattern recognition and decision making. Although these systems aren't costly military-grade equivalents from the US, China, and Russia, their affordability, priced at just thousands of pounds or less, and widespread accessibility mark a significant development.
Russian missiles and drones strike eastern Ukraine's Dnipro in a daylight attack that kills 5
A Russian missile and drone attack on Dnipro killed five civilians and injured 47, including a 14-year-old girl. The assault shattered windows in schools and kindergartens, damaged a children's hospital ICU, and sparked fires in another hospital. President Volodymyr Zelenskyy shared a video of the missile strike over Ukraine's fourth-largest city. The ongoing war, started by Russia's invasion three years ago, has resulted in over 10,000 civilian deaths and 20,000 injuries, according to the UN. Ukraine received $2.2 billion from the IMF for welfare payments, doctors' and teachers' salaries, and more.
Ukraine brings AI weapons to front lines
Ukrainian tech firms are pioneering autonomous drone technology, leading to the development of deadly tools that can interpret real-time video footage. The region's innovation race is fueled by advancements in deep learning and artificial intelligence, turning drones into lethal weapons capable of autonomous attacks.
Ukrainian drones and missiles kill 6 in Russia and Crimea, fresh bombing of Kharkiv leaves 1 dead
Russian authorities reported four deaths and over 100 injuries in Ukrainian drone and missile attacks on Sunday, while the second day of Russia's aerial bombing of Kharkiv in northeastern Ukraine killed at least one person. Five people were killed by falling debris when five Ukrainian missiles were shot down in Sevastopol, a port city in Russia-annexed Crimea.
Ukrainian troops pull out of some areas and Zelenskyy postpones foreign trips amid Russian offensive
U.S. Secretary of State Antony Blinken announced a $2 billion arms package for Ukraine during a visit to Kyiv, aimed at supporting Ukraine in its defense against a new Russian offensive. The package includes funds for medium- and long-term foreign military financing, with most of the money coming from a package approved last month by Congress. Blinken's visit comes as Ukrainian forces face increased pressure from Russian troops in the east. President Zelenskyy has postponed all his upcoming foreign trips in response to the escalating conflict.
Drone footage shows devastation in Ukraine's strategic eastern city of Chasiv Yar as Russians near
Russian artillery has devastated the strategic city of Chasiv Yar in eastern Ukraine, leaving barely a building intact and the town deserted. Drone footage shows the apocalyptic aftermath, with homes and offices destroyed. The city, once bustling with 12,000 residents, now lies deserted amid the green fields. The destruction mirrors other cities in Ukraine, like Bakhmut and Avdiivka, which suffered similar fates after months of bombardment. Ukrainian troops, outnumbered and short on ammunition, await international aid as Russia's assault intensifies, raising fears of a broader offensive.
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Russian missile attack claims 5 lives in Odesa, 'Harry Potter castle' engulfed
A video footage, released by Ukraine's Prosecutor General, captures the harrowing moment when numerous bomblets erupted in quick succession near the seafront, unleashing chaos and devastation.
Iran’s better, stealthier drones are remaking global warfare
Iran's drone technology is reshaping global conflicts, with drones based on Iranian designs being used in various countries, including Sudan, Syria, and Ukraine. These drones, like the Zagel-3 based on Iran's Ababil model, are becoming increasingly sophisticated and are used by militias and militaries worldwide. Iran's drone industry, fueled by sanctions and innovative methods to circumvent them, is a key element of its military strategy, allowing it to project power and influence far beyond its borders.
Russia, Ukraine report air attacks in border areas, evacuate civilians
Russia and Ukraine reported repelling numerous air attacks late Tuesday and early Wednesday, leading to evacuations of civilians in border regions. Russian officials stated that air defence systems destroyed Ukraine-launched missiles and drones over several regions. In response, Ukraine ordered evacuations in the face of intense bombing in its northeastern border region of Sumy. No casualties or major damage were reported. The conflict, which started two years ago, has escalated with the use of drones and air weapons targeting military and civilian infrastructure.
Ukraine launches far-ranging drone attacks on final day of Russia's presidential vote
The Russian Defence Ministry reported downing 35 Ukrainian drones overnight, including four in the Moscow region. Moscow Mayor Sergei Sobyanin said there were no casualties or damage.
Putin is poised to rule Russia for six more years after an election with no other real choices
The 71-year-old Russian leader faces three token rivals from Kremlin-friendly parties who have refrained from any criticism of his 24-year rule or his full-scale invasion of Ukraine two years ago. Putin has boasted of Russian battlefield successes in the run-up to the vote, but a massive Ukrainian drone attack across Russia early Sunday sent a reminder of challenges faced by Moscow.
Ukrainian drones strike Russian iron ore plant
Two Ukrainian drones struck fuel facilities at a major Russian iron ore plant, with no injuries reported. The plant, owned by Metalloinvest, continued operations despite damage. Kursk governor Roman Starovoit confirmed the attacks and urged calm. Unverified footage showed smoke and damage. Ukraine's GUR military intelligence claimed responsibility. Metalloinvest stated the plant was functioning normally after the incidents. The attacks in the Kursk region's Zheleznogorsky district are part of ongoing Ukrainian drone strikes on Russian infrastructure.
Zelensky urges Western air defence as Russian attacks kill 11
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky has urged the West to provide more air-defence systems urgently as Russian attacks using missiles, drones, and artillery have resulted in at least 11 deaths. The attacks included a drone strike in Odesa that killed eight people, including a child and a baby, and shelling in Kharkiv, Kherson, and Zaporizhzhia that killed three. Zelensky emphasized the need for stronger air defences to protect civilians from Russian attacks. Russia's recent advances have put Ukraine in a difficult position, exacerbated by delays in Western aid delivery.
Explosion damages apartment building in St Petersburg; local media say it was a drone attack
An "emergency" damaged an apartment building in St Petersburg on Saturday morning, according to Russian authorities. While Russian state news agency Tass reported the damage as being caused by an "explosion," local news and social media sources claimed that a drone had hit the building. There were no casualties, as confirmed by St Petersburg Governor Alexander Beglov on Telegram. The Mash news site stated that the apartment building was hit by a Ukrainian drone, but these claims and accompanying videos showing the incident could not be immediately verified.
Ukraine says it destroyed large Russian landing ship in Black Sea
Ukrainian forces destroyed the Russian Navy's Tsezar Kunikov large landing ship off the occupied Crimea peninsula in the Black Sea. The attack occurred near Alupka, Ukraine's territorial waters. Russia has also destroyed six drones in the Black Sea. Ukraine has used uncrewed navy drones with explosives to attack Russian warships, aiming to drive them out of the western Black Sea and open a shipping corridor.
Ukraine must change 'methods' of war, new army chief says
Ukraine's newly appointed commander-in-chief, Oleksandr Syrsky, emphasized the necessity for the Ukrainian army to adapt its tactics in order to secure victory against Russia, marking a significant departure from previous approaches. Syrsky, 58 years old, assumed the position after the recent replacement of former commander Valery Zaluzhny, marking the most significant restructuring of Ukraine's military leadership since the onset of Russia's invasion nearly two years ago.
Russia says a plane with Ukrainian POWs crashes, killing all aboard, and accuses Kyiv of downing it
A Russian military transport plane crashed near Ukraine, with Moscow alleging it was shot down by Kyiv. Russia claims all 74 aboard, including 65 Ukrainian prisoners of war, died. The video showed the plane crashing in a snowy area, but the cause remains unconfirmed. The Ukrainian president calls for an international investigation, while tensions escalate amid conflicting accusations. The incident adds to the complex narrative of the 700-day war, marked by information challenges and ongoing geopolitical dynamics.
Kremlin confirms Russian warship hit by Ukrainian strike
Russian Defence Minister Sergei Shoigu informed "about the damage to our large landing ship" to President Vladimir Putin in "a very detailed report", the president's spokesman Dmitry Peskov told journalists. Russia's defence ministry said that the ship was damaged by guided aerial missiles.
Ukrainian drone video provides a grim look at casualties as Russian troops advance toward Avdiivka
Aerial footage near Avdiivka reveals staggering losses—around 150 soldiers, mostly in Russian uniforms, amid rubble and scorched fields. The Ukrainian drone unit captured the aftermath, displaying the apocalyptic scene of destruction. Bodies lay scattered, some possibly Ukrainian, amid burnt trees and ruined farmland. The footage, obtained by Ukraine's BUAR unit and verified by the AP, depicts the grim reality of the ongoing conflict in Eastern Ukraine since Russia's 2022 invasion.
Ukrainian drone video provides a grim look at casualties as Russian troops advance toward Avdiivka
Aerial footage obtained by The Associated Press near Avdiivka in eastern Ukraine reveals staggering losses among Russian forces attempting to capture the town. The footage, shot by a Ukrainian military drone unit, shows the bodies of about 150 soldiers, most in Russian uniforms, scattered along tree lines where they sought cover.
Ukrainian drones strike six Russian regions, destroy planes at airfield
Russian forces had launched groups of Iranian-made Shahed attack drones at the capital from different directions, and launched missiles from aircraft, the Kyiv city military administration said. Earlier, Moscow's defence ministry said a Russian aircraft "destroyed four high-speed military boats" in the Black Sea around midnight Moscow time (2100 GMT Tuesday).
Russia accuses Ukraine of attacking Black Sea navy base and Crimea with drones
Footage published on Russian social media channels appeared to show a ship firing into the sea and a burning object exploding. Ukrainian agencies carried footage from social media channels they suggested showed a Russian ship listing to one side after the attack.
Russia says downs two Ukrainian drones over Moscow
The TASS news agency reported one drone fell on Komsomolsky Prospekt, which is close to Russia's defence ministry, while another hit a business centre on Likhacheva Street near one of Moscow's main ring roads.
Ukrainians fly locally-made drones to sharpen artillery aim
The operators in the 45th brigade rely on Ukrainian-made reconnaissance drones to relay accurate information to their artillery, helping them to hit targets and conserve shells. "It makes our work more precise," said one of the drone operators, Andriy, 31, whose call sign is "Ulysses".
Cheap Russian drone a menace to Ukrainian troops and equipment
Russia's defence ministry has been encouraging an increase of production of the Lancet as a cheap way to hit high-value western equipment given to Ukraine for its counteroffensive, said Samuel Bendett, Adjunct Senior Fellow at the Center for a New American Security. Bendett said that, according to publicly available Russian sources, a Lancet drone costs approximately 3 million roubles (around $35,000).
Ukraine downs Russian drones but some get through due to gaps in air protection
In other developments, Russia's Foreign Intelligence Service, known by its acronym SVR, invited Ukrainian diplomats stationed abroad to come to Russia with their families to avoid returning to Ukraine. It claimed many Ukrainian diplomats are unwilling to return home after their tours and want refugee status in the European Union and Asian countries where they worked.
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