Russia on the back foot but 'shouldn't be underestimated', Defence Secretary says
Ben Wallace told Forces News: "The Ukrainians will not rest just because the Russians are pulling back from one city."
Ben Wallace told Forces News: "The Ukrainians will not rest just because the Russians are pulling back from one city."
Former RUSI director believes the "battle will turn", highlighting that "the big issue is what happens further north" of Kherson.
The Gepard's air-bursting 35mm ammunition makes it "very effective" against the Russian loitering munitions.
The additional missiles can be used in conjunction with Ukraine's existing military capabilities, the Ministry of Defence said.
A Russian military commander reported that "it was impossible to deliver supplies to the city of Kherson".
It is thought Russia would likely send barrier troops to Kherson – where it has reportedly been sending some of its best personnel.
They were paused during the coronavirus pandemic and languished after Russia's invasion of Ukraine.
Russian fighters have remained highly effective and lethal against Ukrainian aircraft near the frontlines throughout the war.
An exiled Russian businessman has explained the status of the mercenary group to a committee of MPs.
Mariupol is of key logistical importance as it forms part of Russia's land bridge to Crimea.
The alleged attack happened on the Berislav-Kakhovka power line.
The MOD said it couldn't independently verify the figures, but Russia continues to lack air superiority in Ukraine.
The Ministry of Defence attributed the action to "low morale and a reluctance to fight" from Russian personnel.
Russian ambassador to the UK, Andrey Kelin, claimed Britain played a role in an attack on its warships.
Former Nato commander Richard Shirreff told Forces News "we need to be ready for war" and "we need to have war stocks".
James Cleverly is set to criticise the Russian President for being willing to "hold the world's vulnerable hostage".