Twenty-First Century Artillery: What Can We Learn From the War in Ukraine?

The war in Ukraine, as the first high-intensity near-symmetrical conflict of the 21st century, has offered some critical lessons on modern warfare and the use of artillery systems, whose role is constantly evolving in a technologically advanced battlefield, where traditional firepower is enhanced by tools like drones and precision-guided systems. The conflict underscores the importance…

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Day 1000 Special: A Retrospection; Strategic Analysis

As the Ukraine war crosses its 1,000th day, we reflect on its enduring impact, the evolving battlefield dynamics, and the broader strategic implications. The war has not only reshaped Ukraine’s landscape but has also influenced global geopolitics, testing the resolve of nations and the resilience of those involved. The Geopolitical Chessboard: Causes and Impacts The…

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Frontline Changes Report – Day 967-968 (17-18 October 2024)

Russian forces tried a blitz attack towards Viktorovka, which AGAIN, a armored carrier bumped into a Ukrainian tank which killed it at point blank range. But the attack points to the high possibility that the Russian forces had captured the area north of Novoivanovka. The attack towards Viktorovka, coupled with the attack on Malaya Loknya…

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Ukraine War SITREP – Day 961, 11 October 2024

Russian forces had conquered Ostrivske, which is the final settlement Russia need to take before the road to Kurakhove is open. Confirmation of the capture comes from geolocation, as it’s a small settlement, capture if certain. Kurakhove is the regional HQ for the Ukrainian forces in the south Donetsk frontlines; and it is heavily fortified…

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Ukraine War Frontline Changes Report – Day 956 (6 October 2024)

Ukrainian forces expanded foothold by capturing the region between Novy Put and Medvezhe (around Obod). Glushkovo Sector, Kursk Front – Russian forces finally made advances within the Kursk Front, with capture western part of Liubimovka and part of the forest west of Liubimovka. Geolocation south of Kalinov invalidated Ukrainian claim of capture of Kalinov, signals…

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RUSSO-MALIAN COOPERATION: WITHOUT LIMITS!!

The Soviet Era (1960-1991)  Relations between Mali and the Soviet Union began shortly after Mali’s independence in 1960. President Modibo Keïta, who led the country from 1960 to 1968, established close ties with the Soviet bloc, seeking economic and military support to develop Mali. The USSR became a key player by providing technical assistance, infrastructure,…

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Ukraine War Frontline Changes Report – 18 August 2024 (Day 907)

Ukrainian forces has begun the operation to pincer the entire Glushkovo region from two sides, with the Ukrainian entering Kursk oblast from a new border incursion, allegedly capturing the border village of Otruba. On the current “western sector”, Ukrainian sources claim the capture of Apanasovka and Snagost with fighting already reported at Komarovka. Kursk Front…

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TALIBAN attends UN meeting; Thailand & Malaysia to BRICS; Nepal-China; Port congestion

Taliban’s Historic Attendance at UN Meeting in Qatar In a groundbreaking event, the Taliban participated in their first United Nations meeting held in Doha, Qatar. This historic attendance saw over 20 envoys, including a representative from the United States, engaging in preparatory discussions with Taliban representatives. Leading the Taliban delegation was spokesman Zabihullah Mujahid, who…

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