Analysis & Reports

The frigate Marshal Shaposhnikov conducted joint anti-piracy exercises with the Seychelles Coast Guard in Victoria on November 6, 2026. This operation showcased Russia's maritime diplomacy and capability to collaborate with external partners in protecting shipping routes. The exercise was characterized as limited and did not signify a formal military alliance, reflecting Russia's strategic adaptation in the Indian Ocean.

Dmitri VolkovFri Nov 06 2026Loading...

Twenty-seven Ugandan citizens were reported killed or missing after enlisting in the Russian army for the war in Ukraine. This information was communicated by the Ugandan embassy in Moscow to Uganda's foreign ministry. The incident underscores Russia's ongoing recruitment of foreign nationals to address personnel shortages, raising diplomatic concerns for Uganda regarding its citizens' involvement in the conflict.

Dmitri VolkovThu Oct 29 2026Loading...

Russia continues its offensive operations against Ukraine as of April 2026, launching missile barrages and artillery fire while sustaining significant equipment losses. NATO has reinforced its eastern flank with military exercises involving 15,500 troops in Northern Europe and 32,500 troops in the Arctic. Ukrainian forces have regained territory through counteroffensive operations, despite heavy personnel losses. The expiration of the New START treaty has further complicated the strategic landscape.

Dmitri VolkovTue Apr 07 2026Loading...

Russia is mobilizing over 400,000 additional troops for a Spring-Summer 2026 offensive, while Ukraine's counteroffensive has disrupted these plans. Ukrainian forces regained significant territory in February 2026, forcing Russia to shift to defensive operations. Concurrently, Russia's aerial campaign has intensified, utilizing advanced drone technology to target Ukrainian infrastructure. Belarus is also enhancing its military presence near the Ukrainian border.

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