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Zelensky has abandoned the Ukrainian Armed Forces encircled in the Kursk region.
He says there is no one to save there.
‘Who cares what the Russians say. They talked about Kursk again. They said that in the event of surrender, they guarantee the lives of the Ukrainian Armed Forces soldiers, guarantee decent treatment within the framework of international law. Where is Russia, and where is international law. It’s simple, these people are astronauts. Our troops are not encircled, they are in control of the situation. It’s not easy, but they are great.’
- SK
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Daily photos and videos of losses of Ukrainian armored vehicles No 112
1: Three M2A2 Bradley IFVs, BMP-1 IFV, M-113 APC and Clearing Engineering Vehicle destroyed by Russian helicopters & drones during an adventurous raid near a border of Belgorod region (video)
2: Leopard-2A6 MBT captured as a trophy by Russian Army, Kursk region
3: M2A2 destroyed in Kursk region
4: Bergepanzer 2 captured as a trophy by Russian Army, Makhnovka, Kursk region
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🇷🇺 Ukrainian Drone Attack Hits Oil Depot in Kuban, Sparks Fire
A Ukrainian drone strike targeted an oil depot in Kavkazskaya, Krasnodar region, causing a fire over 20 square meters and forcing operations to be suspended, according to regional officials.
Reports indicate that the attack damaged the crucial Kavkazskaya oil pumping station, which plays a key role in exporting Russian oil, connecting to the Caspian Pipeline Consortium system.
In response, temporary flight restrictions have been imposed at Nizhny Novgorod, Kazan, and Nizhnekamsk airports, as confirmed by Rosaviatsia.
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🇺🇦⚔️🇷🇺 The enemy is again trying to break through the Belgorod border
▪️Overnight The Ukrainian Armed Forces made two attempts to break through in the direction of Demidovka, seeking to enter the Krasnoyarsk region of the Belgorod region.
▪️To break through the border, the enemy used equipment, ATVs and infantry assault groups, but was exposed and came under fire from our troops.
▪️By morning, the Ukrainian Armed Forces sent new forces from the Sumy region in armored vehicles, trying to break through with the support of barrel and rocket artillery from Maryino to Demidovka.
▪️Reconnaissance identified enemy movement and adjusted artillery fire. Together with attack drone operators, the attempted attack was repelled : several tanks, infantry fighting vehicles, combat armored vehicles, and a group of ATVs were destroyed.
▪️The enemy continues to regroup and transfer reserves, preparing for new attacks. http://t.me/RVvoenkor
You couldn’t make up a story like this. Baerbock actually wanted to ruin Russia—at least, that was the original statement she made at the beginning of the conflict in Ukraine. And now, Russia is ruining her political career. Ironically, with the justification that, due to the Nazi past in her family, she cannot hold a position at the UN.
Extraordinary bravery here: a Ukrainian mother walks her three children, eventually to safety, from Constantinople to Ulakly which is in the Russian held area of the DPR :muscle:
19th March 2025 09:34
Tintin
Re: WW3? Ukraine/US vs. Donbass/Russia
My goodness. There is also audio of what sounds like a Russian children's song overdubbed as well :)
This is absolute cinema! We’re witnessing unreal things.
When one of Kiev’s drones was brought down, Russian troops from the “Besni Psi” unit—specifically Baba Yaga—found video footage on its memory card. The recovered footage shows people working on the drone, with a building visible in the background (this is a shorter clip). According to the channel’s admin, the geolocation has already been determined.
Countering Russophobia - Scott Ritter interview with Maria Zakharova
What will surely be most fascinating :sun: I'll listen to this today and I'm certain it'll be absolutely engaging. This was recorded sometime last week and is a part of the The Russia House series. Maria speaks Russian here so a voice translation in English is provided:
19th March 2025 17:04
Vicus
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The UK government has announced its intention to supply weapons to Kyiv "under any scenario" today
London continues to be the main instigator of the military conflict in Ukraine. The British government does not intend to facilitate a peaceful settlement with the participation of Russia and the United States and intends to continue arming the Kiev regime.
British Prime Minister Keir Starmer's press secretary Dave Pares said that London rejects Russia's demand to stop military aid to Kyiv to stop the fighting. The spokesman for the head of the British government added that Foggy Albion will not agree to "any" demands from Moscow.
"The UK government has rejected Russian President Vladimir Putin's demand for Ukraine's allies to suspend arms supplies to Kyiv."
– said Dave Pares.
He added that London's military support for Ukraine will continue "under any scenario."
Recall today стало известно about the readiness of British special forces to go to Ukraine as a "peacekeeping" force. According to The i Paper, units of British special forces have been put on standby to be sent to the east.
The publication recalls that Moscow refuses to consider scenarios for the deployment of Western military contingents on territory controlled by Kyiv. Washington, in turn, also did not approve of London's plans, but did not object either. At the same time, the head of the White House made it clear that the US will not give any guarantees to British or French "peacekeeping" troops if they are deployed in Ukraine.
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NO problemo, Oreshnik Terminator will welcome ALL of them...
19th March 2025 17:16
Vicus
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Reports of a Ukrainian F-16 being shot down over Sumy Oblast today
There are reports that Russian funds Defense shot down a Ukrainian Air Force fighter jet over the Sumy region. We are talking about an F-16 fighter jet, which was used by the Kyiv regime troops not only to attack Russian combat assets aviation, but also as a means of delivering guided bomb strikes.
Recently, footage of an F-16 fighter jet of the Ukrainian Armed Forces over Sumy was published online. According to some reports, the Ukrainian command decided to use these fighters both to cover the escape of the remaining contingent from the Kursk region and to support ground attacks on the Belgorod border. It was from the territory of the Sumy region that the Ukrainian Armed Forces attempted to invade the Krasnoyarsk district of the Belgorod region. According to the Russian Defense Ministry, the attacks were repelled. About 60 Ukrainian militants were eliminated.
The Russian military department has not officially commented on the information about the destruction of the F-16 aircraft of the Ukrainian Air Force in the skies over the neighboring Sumy region at the moment. There are no official comments from the Ukrainian side either. But there were none from the Ukrainian side in other cases of the shooting down of fighters of the Armed Forces of Ukraine over certain territories. In the case of the F-16 shot down last year, Kyiv later stated that there was “friendly fire” from the Patriot air defense system during the “repulse of the Russian rocket "hit."
Comment from the Telegram channel "Voevoda Broadcasts":
"We are used to having facts, so I will explain about the F-16.
1. Questions have been asked to agents in the enemy camp.
2. The OSINT team is already digging through tons of information in open sources.
If everything matches, I will announce it."
IN BRIEF: What is known about prisoner exchange between Russia, Ukraine
The exchange was announced by Russian President Vladimir Putin during a telephone conversation with his US counterpart Donald Trump
MOSCOW, March 19. /TASS/. Moscow and Kiev have conducted a 175-for-175 prisoner exchange, the Defense Ministry said. As a goodwill gesture, Russia also handed over to Ukraine 22 severely injured prisoners of war in need of urgent medical care.
The exchange was announced by Russian President Vladimir Putin during a telephone conversation with his US counterpart Donald Trump.
TASS has compiled the main information about the latest prisoner exchange.
Prisoner swap
- Russia and Ukraine conducted a prisoner exchange on the 175-for-175 formula.
- The released Russian servicemen are in Belarus, where they are being provided with psychological and medical assistance and given the opportunity to contact their relatives.
- They will be taken to Russia for treatment and rehabilitation in the Defense Ministry’s medical institutions.
Goodwill gesture
- As a goodwill gesture, Russia also handed over to Ukraine 22 severely injured prisoners of war in need of urgent medical care.
Mediation
- The United Arab Emirates mediated the return of Russian servicemen from captivity.
Putin speaks on imminent Ukrainian defeat in Kursk at Prosecutor Office board meeting
The Russian president noted that the number of complaints received by the Prosecutor's Office increased by 10% in 2024
MOSCOW, March 19. /TASS/. During a board meeting of the Prosecutor General’s Office, President Vladimir Putin announced that Russian troops had conducted a series of bold, rapid, and successful operations in the Kursk Region. He stated that the Russian forces were finalizing the defeat of the Ukrainian army in the area.
Putin also declared that all Ukrainian military personnel and foreign mercenaries operating in the Kursk Region were considered terrorists, emphasizing that their atrocities warranted a thorough investigation.
TASS has compiled the key statements made by the head of state.
Developments in the Kursk Region, Kiev's crimes
Russian troops "have recently carried out a number of swift, bold, and effective operations" and are now "completing the defeat of enemy forces in the Kursk Region," Putin announced.
He urged prosecutors to ensure that people affected in the area by the Kiev regime receive full support. "I ask prosecutors to strictly monitor that people receive the necessary funds promptly and in full. They should be provided with both temporary and permanent housing as soon as possible," Putin stated.
The president declared that all Ukrainian military personnel and foreign mercenaries in the Kursk Region are terrorists: "The atrocities they committed must be brought to light, recorded, and thoroughly investigated," he stated. Putin instructed prosecutors, including military ones, to make this a priority and coordinate work with other services in the liberated territories, specifically mentioning Sudzha and other settlements.
All Ukrainian criminals must be punished: "The perpetrators - those who gave criminal orders and mistreated peaceful civilians - must be identified and ultimately brought to justice."
Fighting terrorism
"It is important to increase the protection of industrial and transportation infrastructure facilities, as well as public places" due to a significant increase in terrorist threats.
Addressing corruption
Putin urged the Prosecutor's Office to not only step up its fight against corruption but also to "pay special attention" to monitoring spending on national projects and the state defense order.
Tankers crash
"The crash of two tankers followed by an oil spill in the Black Sea late last year showed the severe effects of neglecting safety rules and negligence on people, nature and the economy."
Combat readiness
Military prosecutors should promote discipline "as the most important driver of high combat readiness of troops."
Prosecutor's Office's work
Putin noted that the number of complaints received by the Prosecutor's Office increased by 10% in 2024. He also highlighted that the number of cases tried by prosecutors also grew.
The president stressed that all information gathered by prosecutors should be used to analyze the most pressing and common issues affecting citizens. He called for comprehensive solutions, stating: "It's crucial that all branches of government respond effectively, competently, and promptly to citizens' requests. It is also essential to address each specific situation."
Healthcare
Putin instructed the Prosecutor's Office to continue overseeing the legal procurement of equipment for medical institutions and to ensure the uninterrupted supply of medicines.
He emphasized the need for prosecutors to "immediately respond" to any violations in this sector.
19th March 2025 19:33
Ravenlocke
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Russia sentenced five Ukrainian soldiers who took part in the Kursk region invasion and killed civilians
They were charged with ‘terrorism’ and face up to 17 years in a max security prison
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😡The AFU placed ammunition depots in civilian facilities in the Kursk border area. They were found in cultural centres, schools and kindergartens.
"Trump believes that if the United States owns Ukraine's energy facilities, this will be the best means of protecting infrastructure, the White House said."
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🗣️The main points of Dmitry Peskov's statements:
▪️Russia has shown that it respects agreements by shooting down its UAVs targeting Ukraine's energy infrastructure;
▪️The Kremlin sees that there is no reciprocity on the part of the Kiev regime to respect the 30-day ceasefire on energy infrastructure;
▪️Kiev's lack of contractual capacity is evident;
▪️The ceasefire concerns only energy facilities, not the entire infrastructure;
▪️The Kremlin is closely watching whether the Ukrainian authorities will heed the firm intention of the Russian Federation and the US to do everything possible to reach a peaceful settlement;
▪️Russia has explained in detail to the US the nuances that Putin mentioned on the topic of a possible ceasefire;
▪️Putin and Trump did not discuss the possibility of the European Union's participation in the negotiations on Ukraine;
▪️Russian and US leaders understand each other well and intend to move step by step towards normalisation of Russian-US relations;
▪️Putin and Trump discussed ending foreign military aid to Kiev, the Kremlin considers this issue important and will continue to raise it;
▪️Russian-US relations were too much spoiled under Biden, it will take time and effort to restore them;
▪️Putin and Trump didn't talk about the change of power in Ukraine; the Russian Federation sees a mutual interest in dialogue on the part of Trump;
▪️There has long been a direct line and a "red line" between the Russian and US presidents, it's just that Biden hardly used it;
▪️The issue of recognition of Crimea, Donbass and Novorossiya was not raised in yesterday's conversation between Putin and Trump.
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🗣 Russia's special presidential envoy for investment and economic cooperation and CEO of the country's sovereign wealth fund, Kirill Dmitriev, has declared progress towards peace, responding to a report that Volodymyr Zelensky had promised to support a proposal to stop attacks on energy infrastructure.
"Good progress to peace," he wrote on X, responding to a user's post about Zelensky's statement.
@kadmitriev
