Ukraine’s Strike on Chongar Bridge on Border With Crimea a Diversionary Tactic – Military Analyst
Sputnik - Jun 22nd 2023 9:21am EDTThe Ukrainian Armed Forces attacked bridges on the administrative border between the Kherson region and Crimea on June 22, with the roadway on the Chongar Bridge damaged, but no casualties reported by local authorities.
Archive Documents on First Days of Great Patriotic War Released by Russia’s MoD
Sputnik - Jun 22nd 2023 8:54am EDTJune 22, 1941 is one of the most tragic dates in Russian history, when, without a declaration of war, Nazi Germany attacked the USSR and carried out massive bombing of military and strategic facilities and many cities. The day has since been marked as the Day of Remembrance and Sorrow.
Mercury Unveiled: Probe’s Close Encounter Captures Planet’s Stunning, Hidden Treasures
Sputnik - Jun 22nd 2023 8:42am EDTA pair of satellites captured stunning images as they flew by Mercury, revealing a wealth of intriguing geological phenomena, including tectonic and volcanic oddities and an impact crater on the planet’s surface.
Ancient Nordic Board Game Piece ‘Captured’ During Norwegian City’s Sewer Repairs
Sputnik - Jun 22nd 2023 8:04am EDTPreviously, only two items with runic inscriptions have been unearthed in the city of Trondheim, which is somewhat odd given that it served as the medieval capital of Norway for centuries and was a key trading post.
US Senators Table Bipartisan Bill Demanding ‘Clean’ Pentagon Audit
Sputnik - Jun 22nd 2023 8:04am EDTThe Pentagon has failed its last five audits and now cannot account for more than $1 trillion in equipment and other assets paid for by US taxpayers. Now a crossbench group of senators is demanding transparency.
1All New Russian Navy Frigates, Corvettes Set to Deploy Zircon Missiles in 2023
Sputnik - Jun 22nd 2023 8:03am EDTThe Zircon is a scramjet-powered maneuvering hypersonic cruise missile designed specifically to engage enemy ships at Mach 9 that is also capable of engaging ground targets.
Missing Titanic Sub May Now be Out of Oxygen, US Coast Guard Presumes
Sputnik - Jun 22nd 2023 8:02am EDTOn Sunday, the OceanGate Expeditions submersible went missing during an expedition to the Titanic wreckage in an area about 900 miles east of Cape Cod in the Atlantic, at a depth of approximately 13,000 feet. The submarine has a capacity to carry five people and has oxygen supply for 96 hours.
Existing Global Financial System Exhausted, Not Up to New Challenges – French President
Sputnik - Jun 22nd 2023 7:50am EDTPARIS (Sputnik) – The existing global financial system is outdated and does not meet the new challenges, while the new system must be adopted and aligned with the world’s goals, French President Emmanuel Macron said on Thursday.
Putin Holds Meeting With Qatari Foreign Minister in Moscow
Sputnik - Jun 22nd 2023 7:49am EDTThe situation on energy markets will be on the agenda of today’s talks between Russian President Vladimir Putin and Qatar’s Prime Minister and Foreign Minister Mohammed bin Abdulrahman Al Thani.
Seven More Brands Join Good Food Russia Showroom, Boosting Export Opportunities
Sputnik - Jun 22nd 2023 7:43am EDTThe expert commission of the Russian Export Center (REC, part of VEB.RF) has approved products from seven more companies to be promoted via the Good Food Russia demonstrations and tasting pavilions abroad, the center reported on 21 June.
What is ‘Surovikin Defensive Line’ Which Ukrainian Forces Can’t Crack?
Sputnik - Jun 22nd 2023 7:19am EDTUkraine’s president has acknowledged that Kiev’s counteroffensive is going “slower than desired,” claiming it’s because of his concern about “people’s lives.” Moscow says otherwise, citing the loss of thousands of Ukrainian troops and hundreds of tanks and armored vehicles for miniscule gains. What’s stopping Kiev’s offensive? Sputnik explains.
Russian Aerospace Forces Strike Warehouse of Foreign Arms, Equipment in Ukraine – Moscow
Sputnik - Jun 22nd 2023 7:13am EDTMOSCOW (Sputnik) – Ukraine launched its long-advertised counteroffensive in early June after multiple postponements. According to the Russian Defense Ministry, Ukrainian troops try but fail to advance along three directions: South Donetsk, Artemovsk (Bakhmut) and Zaporozhye, the latter being of primary focus.
EU Transfers to Ukraine Another $1.6Bln in Financial Assistance – Von der Leyen
Sputnik - Jun 22nd 2023 7:03am EDTMOSCOW (Sputnik) – Earlier, the European Commission has reviewed the draft EU budget for the 2024-2027 period and asked member states to increase it by 66 billion euros ($72 billion), mostly to fund assistance for Ukraine.
Watch Russian 2S5 Giatsint-S Artillery System in Combat Action During Special Op
Sputnik - Jun 22nd 2023 6:12am EDTThe 2S5 Giatsint-S is a self-propelled howitzer known for its firepower and long range. With a 152mm caliber, the 2S5 Giatsint-S can fire a variety of ammunition, including high-explosive, anti-tank, and cluster munitions.
Russia Witnesses Possible Discord in West, Growing Pressure on Ukraine – Kremlin
Sputnik - Jun 22nd 2023 6:11am EDTMOSCOW (Sputnik) – Earlier in the day, Russian Defense Minister Sergei Shoigu said that Ukrainian troops slowed down their activity after 16 days of hostilities and are regrouping after 16 days of active hostilities.
Watch Russian Serviceman Downs Ukrainian Drone With Shopping Bag
Sputnik - Jun 22nd 2023 6:09am EDTThe long-advertised and repeatedly delayed Ukrainian counteroffensive started on 4 June along the South Donetsk, Artemovsk (Bakhmut) and Zaporozhye directions.
What is Known About Ukraine Attack on Chongar Bridge on Border With Crimea
Sputnik - Jun 22nd 2023 6:03am EDTOn Tuesday, Russian Defense Minister Sergei Shoigu warned that the Kiev regime intended to carry out strikes on Crimea with Western-supplied HIMARS and Storm Shadow cruise missiles, adding that use of these weapons outside the zone of the special military operation would signal “full involvement of the US and UK in the conflict.”
Putin Says Western Countries Seem to Be Ready to Fight to Last Ukrainian
Sputnik - Jun 22nd 2023 6:01am EDTMOSCOW (Sputnik) – Ukrainian troops launched a large-scale offensive in five sectors of the South Donetsk direction on June 4 but failed to achieve their goals, according to the Russian Defense Ministry.
Vacant Office Space Converted to Housing As Migrants From Ukraine Flood NY
Sputnik - Jun 22nd 2023 5:06am EDTAs the US, UK, EU and some of their allies have already committed billions-worth of lethal aid to fan the flames of the Ukraine conflict, the West has also aggravated the problem of refugees. The longer the conflagration persists, the more resources hosting countries are forced to spend on accommodating and integrating Ukrainian migrants.
Putin Meets With Russian Security Council Members
Sputnik - Jun 22nd 2023 5:05am EDTRussian President Vladimir Putin has been holding regular meetings with members of the Security Council since the beginning of the Kremlin’s special military operation in Ukraine.
CIA Vet Warns US Intel Agencies ‘Will Do Everything’ to Help Dems in 2024 Race
Sputnik - Jun 22nd 2023 4:16am EDTFormer Special Counsel John Durham offered his first public testimony before the House Judiciary Committee on Wednesday regarding the details of his report into the FBI’s handling of allegations of collusion between ex-President Donald Trump and Russia. The day before, Durham testified behind closed doors to the US House Intelligence Committee.
Swedish Prosecutors Say Reserve Right to Classify Some Data on Nord Stream Blasts’ Probe
Sputnik - Jun 22nd 2023 3:58am EDTZURICH (Sputnik) – Last week, Swedish public prosecutor Mats Ljungqvist, who is in charge of the investigation in the blasts, expressed the hope that by fall the prosecution would bring charges against those responsible for the bombings.
Watch: Russia’s Solntsepyok Flamethrower Fire at Ukrainian Positions in Donetsk Direction
Sputnik - Jun 22nd 2023 3:42am EDTThe Solntsepyok heavy flamethrower is a Russian-made weapon designed to clear out enemy trenches and bunkers, as well as to destroy enemy manpower located in open terrain and fortifications.
OceanGate’s Missing Submersible May Have Exploded on Way to Titanic Wreck
Sputnik - Jun 22nd 2023 3:27am EDTMOSCOW (Sputnik) – On Sunday, OceanGate’s submarine went missing during an expedition to the Titanic wreckage in an area about 900 miles east of Cape Cod in the North Atlantic, at a depth of approximately 13,000 feet.
US House Committee Advances $886Bln Defense Policy Bill for 2024
Sputnik - Jun 22nd 2023 3:23am EDTWASHINGTON (Sputnik) – The US House Armed Services Committee advanced the $886 billion National Defense Authorization Act (NDAA) for fiscal year 2024.