Furious Putin shows his rage at Russia's failing war effort as he demotes 'General Armageddon'
1 year, 11 months ago

Furious Putin shows his rage at Russia's failing war effort as he demotes 'General Armageddon'

Daily Mail  

Denis Manturov was blasted for failing to procure military and civilian planes An enraged Putin also publicly humiliated one of his deputy prime ministers He was replaced by his heavily criticised understudy Gen. Valery Gerasimov Sergei Surovikin was demoted yesterday after just three months in command Vladimir Putin ordered yet another shake-up of his war cabinet yesterday, demoting the head of his forces in Ukraine after only three months on the job. Despite this, he was promoted to overall commander yesterday Ukrainian strike 'sends more than 100 Russian soldiers to Hell': Kyiv military says large number of Putin's men who grouped together during Battle of Soledar are wiped out in coordinated attack - During his short time overseeing the troops in Ukraine, Surovikin was credited with strengthening coordination, reinforcing control and introducing a campaign to knock out the invaded country's public utilities as a pressure tactic. General Armageddon's embarrassing demotion came as Putin raged over Russia's collapsing economy amid the failing war effort, publicly humiliating one of his deputy prime ministers. Putin blasted Denis Manturov in a government video conference for failing to procure military and civilian planes, January 12, 2023 The video shows an aggrieved Putin telling off his deputy PM, the minister of trade and industry Denis Manturov Putin accused Manturov of playing the fool after the politician, the deputy PM and trade and industry minister, holidayed in Turkey over New Year He accused him of playing the fool after the politician, a deputy PM and trade and industry minister, holidayed in Turkey over New Year.

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Putin challenger says majority of Russians want Ukraine war to end
10 months, 2 weeks ago

Putin challenger says majority of Russians want Ukraine war to end

Al Jazeera  

Russian antiwar presidential hopeful Boris Nadezhdin said a “majority” of people in Russia want the conflict with Ukraine to end and promised to challenge the electoral body’s decision barring him from running in the March elections against incumbent Vladimir Putin. In an interview with Al Jazeera on Friday, Nadezhdin said the Central Election Commission ruling was a “political decision”, which …

Russia issues no comment over rumours Putin's top war commander General Valery Gerasimov has been killed in Ukrainian missile strike on Crimea
11 months, 2 weeks ago

Russia issues no comment over rumours Putin's top war commander General Valery Gerasimov has been killed in Ukrainian missile strike on Crimea

Daily Mail  

Russia has yet to comment on a swirl of unconfirmed rumours that Vladimir Putin's top war commander General Valery Gerasimov was killed in a strike on a military command post in Crimea on Thursday. Ukraine claims to have struck two major Russian military bases in the occupied Crimea, in what Putin-appointed Governor Mikhail Razvozhayev described as 'the biggest attack to …

Russia removes as air force chief Sergei Surovikin after mutiny-related disappearance, reports
1 year, 4 months ago

Russia removes as air force chief Sergei Surovikin after mutiny-related disappearance, reports

ABC  

Russia has removed Sergei Surovikin, nicknamed "General Armageddon", as head of the air force after he vanished from public view during a Wagner mercenary mutiny against the top army brass, multiple Russian news outlets have reported. Key points: Russian media reported Sergei Surovikin to be on leave and assigned to a different post US officials said that Mr Surovikin had …

August 23, 2023 Russia-Ukraine, Prigozhin news
1 year, 4 months ago

August 23, 2023 Russia-Ukraine, Prigozhin news

CNN  

General Sergei Surovikin appears in this handout photo taken from video released by Russian Defense Ministry Press Service on November 9, 2022. Russian Defense Ministry Press Service/AP Gen. Sergey Surovikin, the former leader of Moscow’s military campaign in Ukraine, has been dismissed from his position as the head of Russia’s aerospace forces, state media reported on Wednesday, citing unnamed sources. …

August 23, 2023 Russia-Ukraine, Prigozhin news
1 year, 4 months ago

August 23, 2023 Russia-Ukraine, Prigozhin news

CNN  

General Sergei Surovikin appears in this handout photo taken from video released by Russian Defense Ministry Press Service on November 9, 2022. Russian Defense Ministry Press Service/AP Gen. Sergey Surovikin, the former leader of Moscow’s military campaign in Ukraine, has been dismissed from his position as the head of Russia’s aerospace forces, state media reported on Wednesday, citing unnamed sources. …

Russia’s General Surovikin dismissed as head of aerospace forces: Reports
1 year, 4 months ago

Russia’s General Surovikin dismissed as head of aerospace forces: Reports

Al Jazeera  

Surovikin, former commander of Russian forces in Ukraine, has not been seen in public since the mutiny by Wagner mercenaries in June. Russian General Sergei Surovikin, who at one time was commander of Moscow’s war effort in Ukraine, has been dismissed as head of the country’s aerospace forces, a prominent journalist in Russia and media outlets have reported. Surovikin was …

Russian 'General Armageddon' Sergei Surovikin is missing — is he 'resting' or resting in peace?
1 year, 4 months ago

Russian 'General Armageddon' Sergei Surovikin is missing — is he 'resting' or resting in peace?

ABC  

In June, a video popped up on Russian social media of one of the top leaders of the Russian Army, General Sergei Surovikin. Podcast If You're Listening How a bromance nearly brought down Putin How did Yevgeny Prigozhin's bromance with Surovikin nearly bring down the Russian Government? We don't know to what extent the two men talked about Prigozhin's plans …

Top general’s dismissal reveals new crack in Russian military leadership
1 year, 5 months ago

Top general’s dismissal reveals new crack in Russian military leadership

Associated Press  

MOSCOW — A Russian general in charge of forces fighting in southern Ukraine has been relieved of his duties after speaking out about problems faced by his troops, a move that reflected new fissures in the military command following a brief rebellion by mercenary chief Yevgeny Prigozhin. Maj. Gen. Ivan Popov, the commander of the 58th army in the Zaporizhzhia …

Russian general says top military brass betrayed soldiers fighting in Ukraine
1 year, 5 months ago

Russian general says top military brass betrayed soldiers fighting in Ukraine

India Today  

A Russian general said he had been dismissed as a commander after telling the military leadership about the dire situation at the front in Ukraine, where he said Russian soldiers had been stabbed in the back by the failings of the top military brass. Major General Ivan Popov, who commanded the 58th Combined Arms Army, said in a voice message …

Russian general in Ukraine removed for strategy criticism: Report
1 year, 5 months ago

Russian general in Ukraine removed for strategy criticism: Report

Al Jazeera  

Moscow’s military leadership has reportedly dismissed Major-General Ivan Popov, commander-in-chief of Russia’s 58th Combined Arms Army stationed in southern Ukraine, over his concerns for troops fighting without rest and criticism of Russian battlefield strategy. Among the issues raised by Popov were Russia’s ineffective targeting of Ukraine’s heavy weaponry and the “mass death and injury of our brothers from enemy artillery”, …

Top Russian general in Ukraine is dismissed, revealing new crack in military leadership
1 year, 5 months ago

Top Russian general in Ukraine is dismissed, revealing new crack in military leadership

LA Times  

Russian Maj. Gen. Ivan Popov has been dismissed after speaking out about the problems faced by his troops on the battlefield in Ukraine. Maj. Gen. Ivan Popov, the commander of the 58th Army fighting in Ukraine’s southern Zaporizhzhia region, a focal point in the Ukrainian counteroffensive, said in an audio statement to his troops released late Wednesday that he was …

The key players in last weekend’s armed rebellion in Russia
1 year, 5 months ago

The key players in last weekend’s armed rebellion in Russia

Associated Press  

The key players in last weekend’s armed rebellion by Russian mercenary chief Yevgeny Prigozhin: YEVGENY PRIGOZHIN Prigozhin, 62, owed his position and his fortune to links with President Vladimir Putin. He declared a “march of justice” to oust Defense Minister Sergei Shoigu and chief of the General Staff Gen. Valery Gerasimov. He helped engineer Russia’s military intervention in Syria that …

Russian general is believed detained in aftermath of Wagner mercenary revolt
1 year, 5 months ago

Russian general is believed detained in aftermath of Wagner mercenary revolt

LA Times  

Russian Gen. Sergei Surovikin, left, appears with Russian President Vladimir Putin at a December 2017 awards ceremony for troops who fought in Syria. Wagner head Yevgeny Prigozhin has spoken positively of Surovikin while criticizing the country’s military brass and suggested that he should be appointed the General Staff chief to replace Gen. Valery Gerasimov. There has been intense speculation that …

Russia ‘arrests General Armageddon’ over knowledge of Wagner mutiny
1 year, 5 months ago

Russia ‘arrests General Armageddon’ over knowledge of Wagner mutiny

The Independent  

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June 29, 2023 - Russia-Ukraine news
1 year, 5 months ago

June 29, 2023 - Russia-Ukraine news

CNN  

Sergey Surovikin, left, and Yevgeny Prigozhin AP One is known as “General Armageddon,” the other as “Putin’s chef.” Both have a checkered past and a reputation for brutality. The commander of the Russian air force Sergey Surovikin and the Wagner chief Yevgeny Prigozhin have not been seen in public in days as questions swirl about the role Surovikin may have …

Putin Says Aborted Rebellion Played Into Hands Of Russia's Enemies
1 year, 5 months ago

Putin Says Aborted Rebellion Played Into Hands Of Russia's Enemies

Huff Post  

LOADING ERROR LOADING Russian President Vladimir Putin on Monday blasted organizers of a weekend revolt as “traitors” who played into the hands of Ukraine’s government and its allies. He declined to name Prigozhin, but said mutiny organizers had tried to force the group’s soldiers “to shoot their own.” He blamed “Russia’s enemies” and said they “miscalculated.” Western officials have been …

May 7, 2023 Russia-Ukraine news
1 year, 7 months ago

May 7, 2023 Russia-Ukraine news

CNN  

Wagner boss Yevgeny Prigozhin serves one master, Russia’s President Vladimir Putin. Months ago, Ukraine’s military said if he kept losing fighters at an estimated rate of 100 or so a day, he’d burn through Wagner’s deep reserve of convicts and other mercenary fighters. But for now, rather than pull out and cede hard-gained ground, much coveted by Putin, Prigozhin is …

Former Ukraine general predicts Russia may launch major attack in…
1 year, 8 months ago

Former Ukraine general predicts Russia may launch major attack in…

Hindustan Times  

Former Ukrainian general Viktor Muzhenko warned that Russia could launch a new offensive over the summer. In an interview with Ukrainian newspaper Fakty, the general said that he believes any Russia will likely attack in the late summer or early fall of this year, suggesting that an August offensive would be most likely. Russia-Ukraine War: A Ukrainian serviceman hides in …

End of Putin? World politics abuzz with this man’s rise to power in Russia
1 year, 10 months ago

End of Putin? World politics abuzz with this man’s rise to power in Russia

Live Mint  

In order to undermine Moscow's political elite, Yevgeny Prigozhin is coming out of hiding and exploiting his military victories in Ukraine to promote himself as a fresh voice in the conflict. The leader of Russian mercenary group leader Wagner declared victory in the salt mining town of Soledar, marking Russia's first military victory in months following a run of humiliating …

Putinism doesn’t work in the battlefield
1 year, 11 months ago

Putinism doesn’t work in the battlefield

Al Jazeera  

On January 11, the Russian defence ministry announced that Chief of the General Staff Valery Gerasimov is now heading the Russian forces fighting in Ukraine. The last straw seems to have been the Ukrainian missile attack on a barracks outside Makiivka on New Year’s Day, in which hundreds of Russian reservists may have been killed. It was hardly Surovikin’s direct …

What does Russia’s military shake-up mean for the war in Ukraine?
1 year, 11 months ago

What does Russia’s military shake-up mean for the war in Ukraine?

Al Jazeera  

The appointment of Russia’s most senior general, Valery Gerasimov, signals Moscow’s failing military effort and fraught domestic politics, analysts say. The 67-year-old chief of the General Staff and now Russia’s most senior general has been at the helm of what the Kremlin dubs a “special military operation” in Ukraine since Wednesday, replacing Sergey Surovikin, who held the role for just …

Battle rages in Ukraine town; Russia shakes up its military
1 year, 11 months ago

Battle rages in Ukraine town; Russia shakes up its military

Associated Press  

KYIV, Ukraine — The fate of a devastated salt-mining town in eastern Ukraine hung in the balance Wednesday in one of the bloodiest battles of Russia’s invasion, while Ukraine’s unflagging resistance and other challenges prompted Moscow to shake up its military leadership again. Britain’s Defense Ministry said putting Gerasimov in charge is “an indicator of the increasing seriousness of the …

Who is Russia’s new Ukraine war commander Valery Gerasimov?
1 year, 11 months ago

Who is Russia’s new Ukraine war commander Valery Gerasimov?

Al Jazeera  

The seniority of the new general in charge reflects the war’s expansion and need to improve organisation and command. President Vladimir Putin’s defence minister has appointed Russia’s most senior general, Chief of the General Staff Valery Gerasimov, 67, to lead its war in Ukraine. Gerasimov’s deputies will be Army General Sergei Surovikin, the previous theatre commander, appointed three months ago …

Top Russian military officer put in charge of Ukraine action
1 year, 11 months ago

Top Russian military officer put in charge of Ukraine action

Associated Press  

MOSCOW — Russia’s top military officer was put in charge of troops fighting in Ukraine on Wednesday, a move that appears to reflect the Kremlin’s dissatisfaction with the current leadership and flaws in the military’s performance. Russia’s Defense Ministry said that Gen. Valery Gerasimov, the chief of the General Staff of the Russian armed forces, was named the new commander …

Top Russian general put in charge of ‘more dangerous’ Ukraine war
1 year, 11 months ago

Top Russian general put in charge of ‘more dangerous’ Ukraine war

Al Jazeera  

Move makes Valery Gerasimov directly accountable for the fate of the campaign as Sergey Surovikin, nicknamed ‘General Armageddon’, is effectively demoted. Russia’s defence ministry said on Wednesday that Minister of Defence Sergei Shoigu appointed Chief of the General Staff Valery Gerasimov as overall commander of forces for what Moscow calls its “special military operation” in Ukraine. The move not only …

Vladimir Putin ‘lost nearly 160 generals and colonels’ since Ukraine invasion
2 years ago

Vladimir Putin ‘lost nearly 160 generals and colonels’ since Ukraine invasion

Hindustan Times  

Vladimir Putin has lost more than 1,500 military officers – including nearly 160 generals and colonels – since Russia invaded Ukraine, The Independent reported. Earlier this month, the United States’ top general Mark Milley suggested that Moscow and Kyiv’s forces had each sustained more than 100,000 casualties since the war began. The list of alleged Russian losses by Ukrainian colonel …

Russia's top general, Vladimir Putin's favourite, is under pressure. Here's why
2 years, 1 month ago

Russia's top general, Vladimir Putin's favourite, is under pressure. Here's why

Hindustan Times  

One of Russia's top generals is under pressure after arguing for forces to retreat, a report said. Sergei Surovkin, nicknamed "General Armageddon" by Russian media, recommended Russian forces retreat form Kherson and the west bank of the Dnipro River earlier this month. The withdrawal was completed within two days, Sky News reported, adding that the general argued that it would …

Vladimir Putin must be getting used to military disappointment in Ukraine, but losing Kherson could his most-bitter blow
2 years, 1 month ago

Vladimir Putin must be getting used to military disappointment in Ukraine, but losing Kherson could his most-bitter blow

ABC  

Try as it might, there is no way for Russia to spin this: The retreat from Kherson will be a bitter blow — if it's not a trap, that is. It has been just over a month since President Vladimir Putin attended a lavish ceremony in Moscow, proudly declaring that Kherson was now Russian territory and would remain so "forever". …

Vladimir Putin sends Sergei Surovikin, who unleashed terror in Syria, to lead war in Ukraine
2 years, 1 month ago

Vladimir Putin sends Sergei Surovikin, who unleashed terror in Syria, to lead war in Ukraine

ABC  

With the Crimean bridge and Vladimir Putin's pride both smouldering the day after his 70th birthday, the Russian president was becoming desperate. Nicknamed 'General Armageddon' by some Russian media outlets, it's believed Surovikin was brought in to replace Aleksandr Dvornikov, a commander sometimes called the 'Butcher of Syria'. "Russia and its Syrian government allies, say, could be massacring Aleppo's civilians …

General who led Syrian bombing is new face of Russian war
2 years, 2 months ago

General who led Syrian bombing is new face of Russian war

Associated Press  

The general carrying out President Vladimir Putin’s new military strategy in Ukraine has a reputation for brutality — for bombing civilians in Russia’s campaign in Syria. “We have enough technical means to force Ukraine to surrender.” While the veracity of the statement couldn’t be confirmed, it appears to reflect the same heavy-handed approach that Surovikin took in Syria where he …

General who led Syrian bombing is new face of Russian war
2 years, 2 months ago

General who led Syrian bombing is new face of Russian war

The Independent  

For free real time breaking news alerts sent straight to your inbox sign up to our breaking news emails Sign up to our free breaking news emails Sign up to our free breaking news emails SIGN UP I would like to be emailed about offers, events and updates from The Independent. “We have enough technical means to force Ukraine to …

General who led Syrian bombing campaign is new face of Russia's war in Ukraine
2 years, 2 months ago

General who led Syrian bombing campaign is new face of Russia's war in Ukraine

ABC  

The general carrying out President Vladimir Putin's new military strategy in Ukraine has a reputation for brutality — for bombing civilians in Russia's campaign in Syria. Key points: Sergei Surovikin takes charge of Russian forces in Ukraine on October 8 Human Rights Watch says he, among others, is responsible for violations during the 2019-20 Syrian offensive He acknowledges that Russia …

'General Armageddon': Who is the new leader of Russian forces tasked with winning Ukraine war?
2 years, 2 months ago

'General Armageddon': Who is the new leader of Russian forces tasked with winning Ukraine war?

Firstpost  

Sergei Surovikin has been described as a ruthless general with little regard for civilian casualties. Analysts have called him the ‘most competent commander’ in the Russian Army and warned that his appointment could be a prelude to the use of tactical nuclear weapons by Moscow Russia has appointed General Sergey Surovikin as the new top commander of its Ukraine war …

Russia’s ‘ruthless’ commander for Ukraine war and the Monday's blitz: Explained
2 years, 2 months ago

Russia’s ‘ruthless’ commander for Ukraine war and the Monday's blitz: Explained

Hindustan Times  

Russia's shifting military tactics as seen in the missile strikes in Kyiv and other Ukrainian cities on Monday had Sergei Surovikin written all over them. Even though a severe response from Moscow was widely anticipated following the collapse of bridge linking it to Crimea, bombing of Kyiv which has maintained a relative calm since June was a bolt out of …

Russia’s new ‘ruthless’ war chief attacks kids’ playground in Ukraine
2 years, 2 months ago

Russia’s new ‘ruthless’ war chief attacks kids’ playground in Ukraine

Live Mint  

Just two days after being appointed the first overall commander for the war in Ukraine, Russia's new chief of war Sergei Surovikin launched a barrage of rocket attacks against civilian targets throughout Ukraine on October 10. On October 8, the Russian Defence Ministry nominated Air Force General Sergei Surovikin as the overall commander of Russian forces engaged in combat in …

Russia's invasion of Ukraine has a new leader — but the fatal flaw at the heart of Vladimir Putin's strategy remains
2 years, 2 months ago

Russia's invasion of Ukraine has a new leader — but the fatal flaw at the heart of Vladimir Putin's strategy remains

ABC  

In the past 24 hours, we have seen the Russian response to the attack on the Kerch Bridge over the weekend. The most important move saw the appointment of Colonel General Sergei Surovikin as the overall commander of Russia's "special military operation" in Ukraine. Putin facing a strategic calamity in Ukraine Photo shows APN: Putin Forum A series of Ukrainian …

Who is Surovikin, Russia’s new commander for the war in Ukraine?
2 years, 2 months ago

Who is Surovikin, Russia’s new commander for the war in Ukraine?

Al Jazeera  

Known for his ‘total ruthlessness,’ the Russian general has served in Tajikistan and Chechnya, as well as in Syria. President Vladimir Putin has appointed General Sergey Surovikin to lead the war effort in Ukraine amid a series of military setbacks and growing discontent in Russia over the invasion of its neighbour. The appointment on Saturday comes after the sacking of …

Russia names new general to lead Ukraine offensive after setbacks
2 years, 2 months ago

Russia names new general to lead Ukraine offensive after setbacks

The Hindu  

Russia on Saturday appointed a new general to lead the Ukraine offensive after Moscow suffered a series of military setbacks that triggered criticism of the army's leadership. The Russian Defence Ministry said General Sergey Surovikin had been appointed "commander of the Joint Grouping of Forces in the areas of the special military operation", using the Kremlin's term for the offensive. …

‘Shrinking operation’: Russia names new Ukraine war commander
2 years, 2 months ago

‘Shrinking operation’: Russia names new Ukraine war commander

Al Jazeera  

After weeks of battlefield defeats, Moscow appoints air force chief General Sergey Surovikin to lead the faltering war in Ukraine. General Sergey Surovikin was appointed “commander of the Joint Grouping of Forces in the areas of the special military operation”, the Russian defence ministry said on Saturday, using the Kremlin’s term for the invasion of Ukraine. The change follows the …

MARK ALMOND: The sudden advance by Ukraine's forces is a military earthquake
2 years, 3 months ago

MARK ALMOND: The sudden advance by Ukraine's forces is a military earthquake

Daily Mail  

During recent months in Vladimir Putin’s grim and bloody war, we have become used to an exhausting slugfest between the two sides. During recent months in Vladimir Putin’s grim and bloody war, we have become used to an exhausting slugfest between the two sides This is a military earthquake, and the tremors must be shaking – metaphorically, at least – …

Putin sacks top general following crushing defeat in eastern Ukraine
2 years, 3 months ago

Putin sacks top general following crushing defeat in eastern Ukraine

India TV News  

Highlights Putin is reported to have sacked a top-ranking general just 16 days after appointing him A counter-offensive by Ukrainian forces has seen troops push to within 30 miles of the border There have been claims from some sources Russian soldiers have "literally ran from their positions" Russian President Vladimir Putin is reported to have sacked a top-ranking general just …

Russian military leaders ‘sacked and arrested’ amid heavy battlefield losses
2 years, 7 months ago

Russian military leaders ‘sacked and arrested’ amid heavy battlefield losses

The Independent  

For free real time breaking news alerts sent straight to your inbox sign up to our breaking news emails Sign up to our free breaking news emails Sign up to our free breaking news emails SIGN UP I would like to be emailed about offers, events and updates from The Independent. Read our privacy policy Chief of the Russian general …

Putin: Ukraine Incursion Was Necessary To Ward Off Possible Aggression
2 years, 7 months ago

Putin: Ukraine Incursion Was Necessary To Ward Off Possible Aggression

Huff Post  

LOADING ERROR LOADING MOSCOW — Russian President Vladimir Putin on Monday sought to cast Moscow’s military action in Ukraine as a forced response to Western policies and a necessary move to ward off a potential aggression. Speaking at a military parade on Red Square marking the World War II victory over the Nazis, Putin drew parallels between the Red Army’s …

Vladimir Putin compares Russia's invasion of Ukraine to WWII at Victory Day parade
2 years, 7 months ago

Vladimir Putin compares Russia's invasion of Ukraine to WWII at Victory Day parade

ABC  

Russian President Vladimir Putin has sought to cast Moscow's military action in Ukraine as a forced response to Western policies and a necessary move to ward off a potential aggression. Key points: Mr Putin criticised external threats to weaken Russia and the expansion of NATO The Russian President compared the invasion of Ukraine to victory against Nazi Germany He did …

The Russian commanders killed in Putin’s war on Ukraine including major generals
2 years, 8 months ago

The Russian commanders killed in Putin’s war on Ukraine including major generals

The Independent  

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Putin's Defence Minister suffers heart attack 'not from natural causes' amid Ukraine war
2 years, 8 months ago

Putin's Defence Minister suffers heart attack 'not from natural causes' amid Ukraine war

India Today  

Vladimir Putin's Defence Minister, Sergei Shoigu, who has not been spotted for a few days now, has reportedly suffered a massive heart attack 'not from natural causes'. Read: Russian President Putin's closest aides under spotlight after invasion of Ukraine Russian-Israeli businessman Leonid Nevzlin also made a sensational claim about a major rift between Putin and his closest advisers and military …

Vladimir Putin appoints new war chief for Ukraine: Who is he and can he change Russia’s fortunes in the conflict?
2 years, 8 months ago

Vladimir Putin appoints new war chief for Ukraine: Who is he and can he change Russia’s fortunes in the conflict?

Firstpost  

General Alexander Dvornikov has been named the theatre commander of the military campaign in Ukraine. The 60-year-old led Russian forces in Syria who mercilessly attacked the civilian population Russia has suffered a massive setback in the war in Ukraine. Army General Alexander Dvornikov, commander of Russia’s southern military district, has been named theatre commander of the military campaign in Ukraine, …

Alexander Dvornikov: Russia has appointed a new general for Ukraine. Can Moscow reboot its war in time for Putin to claim a victory?
2 years, 8 months ago

Alexander Dvornikov: Russia has appointed a new general for Ukraine. Can Moscow reboot its war in time for Putin to claim a victory?

CNN  

Lviv, Ukraine CNN — Russian President Vladimir Putin has a new general overseeing his war in Ukraine, and his military commanders are signaling a new phase in the war: an all-out effort to take and hold the portions of Ukraine’s Donbas region still under Ukrainian control. “Russia will likely continue to throw badly damaged and partially reconstituted units piecemeal into …

Russian general reported killed in action near Kharkiv — second such loss in two weeks: report
2 years, 9 months ago

Russian general reported killed in action near Kharkiv — second such loss in two weeks: report

Raw Story  

On Monday, intelligence officials in Ukraine claimed that Russian General-major Vitaly Gerasimov, the deputy commander of Russia's 41st Army ground forces, has been taken out near the city of Kharkiv. This comes just days after previous reports that Maj. Gen. Andrei Sukhovetsky, also a deputy commander of the 41st Army, was killed by a Ukrainian sniper. RELATED: Putin has alienated …

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