Captured Ukrainian soldier rescued from Russian-occupied trench in daring drone operation
Armed with only one grenade and flashing lights, the drone managed to neutralise an enemy soldier and lead the captive to safety.
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Weapons and Kit Explained: What is Russia's 2B11 smoothbore WW2-inspired weapons system?
The mortar system is being used by Russian forces to target Ukrainian infantry units and destroy equipment in sheltered locations.
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North Korea UK condemns reports Russia has fired North Korean missiles against Ukraine
Moscow has used short-range ballistic missiles from North Korea to conduct multiple strikes against Ukraine, the White House said.
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Ukraine Ukraine's newly formed air defence units protect country from Moscow's missiles
The country is defending itself from Russian aerial attacks with newly formed air defence units.
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Ukraine Russia thought to be changing approach as missile strikes on Ukraine intensify
Ukraine's armed forces claim to have successfully destroyed many Russian missiles and drones, despite the increase in the number of attacks.
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Ukraine PM Sunak vows further deliveries of lethal aid after 'barbaric' Russian airstrikes in Ukraine
The Prime Minister and Ukraine's president Volodymyr Zelensky discussed how the UK would continue its support into 2024.
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Ukraine Two ex-Royal Navy minehunters destined for Ukraine denied access by Turkey
The government in Ankara claims allowing the vessels passage through its waters would put Turkey in breach of an international agreement.
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Ukraine More than half a million Russian casualties in Ukraine by 2025, UK estimates
The MOD said Russia has transitioned to "a lower quality, high quantity mass army" since the invasion.
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Nato Fewer Russian jets testing Nato airspace in 2023 compared with previous year
Most of the interceptions in 2023 took place over the Baltics due to Nato having sent additional airborne capabilities to the region.
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Ukraine How the Ukraine war could unfold over the next 12 months
With the full-scale conflict with Russia about to enter its third calendar year, Forces News has taken a look at what might happen in 2024.
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Ukraine Thirteen killed, dozens wounded as Russia launches huge drone and missile attack across Ukraine
Officials say social and critical infrastructure was targeted in the attacks, having predicted a large-scale strike on its energy systems.
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Ukraine MOD says Russian warship was completely destroyed in strike, despite Moscow's denials
The UK says the Russian landing ship Novocherkassk had probably been carrying an explosive cargo and suffered a massive secondary blast.
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Ukraine Air defence munitions among final $250m US aid package for Ukraine this year
The latest US military aid package could be the last as talks in Congress over more funding for Kyiv have met resistance from Republicans.
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Ukraine No stalemate: Shapps welcomes news that Ukraine hit Russian ship in strike on Black Sea port
The Defence Secretary says the successful Ukrainian strike is proof that the war with Russia has not reached a stalemate, as some claim.
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Ukraine Ukrainian combat pilots learn to fly F-16 fighter jets after training with the RAF
The Ukrainian pilots variously underwent basic flying and aviation-related English language training with the Royal Air Force.
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Ukraine Ukraine's first Christmas on 25 December for over 100 years despite Russian shelling
Moscow launched 31 drones and 2 missiles at Ukraine overnight, with both targeting the south of the country.