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Russian forces are at some risk of being caught in a cauldron. Whilst Iran and the Houthi’s target oil tankers in their respective waterways.

Ukrainian units are conducting emergency counterattacks in the key Donetsk town of Dobropillya as Russian forces continue to gain momentum in this sector.

It seems that Fedorov has overplayed his hand in a bid for early elections, on the back of strong anti-Syrskyi sentiment among protesters - yet many were not prepared to support him in challenging Zelensky.

Today’s newsletter tracks shifting alliances, contested ballots and Ukraine’s front line

Ukraine's military has broken seven months of enforced silence to reveal one of its most significant ground operations since 2023...

Russia's offensive picked up pace in July after a slow start in June as key sectors saw some major tactical shifts.

As both sides continue to be enthralled in a technological arms race to break the stalemate, Russia's new anti-drone system fitted to tanks has proved a success.

Today we put the spotlight on two negotiations, one thats based in reality (Israel and Lebanon) and another that is not (USA and Iran).

Russian infiltration has gone from nuisance to significant problem for Ukrainian defences on the Dobropillya front as the situation continues to worsen.

It has been a packed 24 hours, as both Iran and the US resume hostilities amidst the funeral of Senator Lindsey Graham with two notable guests - Netanyahu and Zelensky.

Depending on who you believe, the almost year-long battle has come to a close today we show various perspectives on one of the most important battles of 2026.

Reports are coming out that Russian forces have been encircled north of Lyman - the question is, is that true?