Ukrainian Forces Destroy Russian Artillery Amid 880,000 Total Losses
Ukraine’s General Staff reports Russian losses reach 880,000 killed/wounded as of Jan 31, with 1,880 personnel lost in past 24 hours across all fronts. Ukrainian forces destroyed 20 Russian artillery systems including 2S19 Msta-S howitzers, plus…
Russian President Putin Requests UAE Talks on Escalating Iran Tensions
Russian President Vladimir Putin told UAE President Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan he wants to discuss Iran-related tensions. The communication occurred during a Thursday telephone call initiated by Putin. Putin emphasised the need for coordination on…
Putin Hosts New Syrian Leader al-Sharaa in Moscow Amid Assad Exile Tensions
Russian President Vladimir Putin hosted Syria’s new President Ahmed al-Sharaa in Moscow for talks on bilateral ties and Middle East issues, marking al-Sharaa’s second visit since Assad’s ouster. Discussions focused on securing…
Russian senator warns EU it must pay for Ukraine war damage
A senior Russian senator warned that the European Union will “reap what it has sown” in Ukraine, criticising the bloc’s military and financial support to Kyiv. He said the EU will ultimately have to pay for Ukraine’s post-war reconstruction, arguing that…
Russian Lt. General Fanil Sarvarov killed in Moscow car bomb
Russia (Washington Insider) – On December 22, 2025, a 56-year-old Lt. Gen. Fanil Sarvarov, head of Russia’s Operational Training Directorate, was killed by a car bomb in Moscow, the 3rd Russian general killed this year. As Leo Sands, Natalia…
Russia hits Pivdennyi Port and Dniester bridge in Odesa region
Russia (Washington Insider) – Russia intensified drone and missile attacks on Ukraine’s Pivdennyi port and Dniester bridge, killing 8, injuring 30; Putin vows Black Sea blockade, while Mykyta highlights civilian resilience. As AAJ News reported,…
Russian Lavrov calls EU “Rude” over China-India ties with Moscow
Russia (Washington Insider) – Russian FM Sergey Lavrov criticised EU leaders over China-India ties with Moscow, reaffirmed Ukraine peace talks with the US, mentioned Macron-Putin dialogue, and discussed Egypt-Russia projects with Abdelatty.…
Turkey warns Russia & Ukraine after shooting down Black Sea drone
Russia (Washington Insider) – Turkey shot down an “out of control” drone from the Black Sea on Monday, Dec 15, 2025, after Ukrainian strikes on Russian tankers; President Erdogan warned both sides to protect security and navigation. As Alarabiya…
MI6 Chief Metreweli warns Russia, pledges UK support for Ukraine
Russia (Washington Insider) – MI6 Chief Blaise Metreweli, the 1st female head in 116 years, warned that Russia is a global threat, stressed UK support for Ukraine, and called for advanced technology in intelligence operations. As Zeynab Farajzade…
Russia’s Commercial Jet production challenges reflect Industrial malaise
Summary Russia faces significant challenges in developing and producing commercial aircraft despite ambitions to compete globally. The difficulties reflect broader systemic issues in Russia’s industrial base and aviation sector. Extensive delays,…