Russia plans to seize the entire Donetsk region by the end of 2026. However, Ukrainian military officials consider this goal unlikely due to challenges on the front lines. RBC-Ukraine reported this, citing sources in military circles. Donetsk remains a key target Donetsk is the primary objective for Russian forces. Moscow hopes to reach the administrative
The United Arab Emirates is considering military participation in an operation to unblock the Strait of Hormuz and is urging allies to form a coalition against Iran. The Wall Street Journal reported this, citing its sources. Strait of Hormuz – a key flashpoint The UAE is calling on the United States, as well as European
Russia lost two military aircraft within 24 hours – an An-26 transport plane and a Su-34 fighter-bomber. Preliminary reports indicate up to 30 fatalities. The Russian Defense Ministry and Russian media reported this. An-26: crash in Crimea Contact with a military An-26 transport aircraft disappeared during a flight over occupied Crimea. The aircraft carried out