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War in Ukraine
The Americans want a quick end to the war. The Ukrainians want to be sure Russian missiles, bombs and drones won’t be able to hit Ukrainian homes ever again. That’s a problem.
Nov. 18
Drones
Ukrainian drones targeted the Krymsk military airfield in Krasnodar Krai, home to Russia’s 3rd Fighter Aviation Regiment and its Su-27 and Su-30 “Flankers.”
Nov. 15
Economy
War insurance saved Ukraine’s vital shipping route for exporting grain, but global insurers should stop “blanket” exclusion of Ukraine’s market, Senior Marsh McLennan partner told Kyiv Post.
Nov. 13
War in Ukraine
Supernova Airlines plane flew to Moldova to check the process of delivery of parcels to clients in Moldova.
Nov. 13
Moscow
Ukrainian intelligence has released a video hinting that an HUR agent conducted the arson, though specific details on this operation remain limited.
Nov. 11
Economy
With war insurance promising to become affordable, companies are ready to return to Ukraine’s airports. But only if political and military authorities give the green light.
Nov. 8
War in Ukraine
The WSJ reports that the shift is expected to push back Ukraine's timeline for fielding a whole F-16 squadron by several months.
Oct. 17
Kazakhstan
Russia is negotiating with Kazakhstan to involve its airlines in domestic flights due to a shortage of aircraft, but sanctions could halve Russia’s fleet by 2026.
Oct. 17
Russia
Initial reports said one out of five onboard died from the crash amidst speculations that Western sanctions have led to difficulties sourcing aircraft components needed for maintenance.
Oct. 13
Drones
Khanskaya airfield in the southern Russian region of Adygea is home to the 272nd training aviation base of the Krasnodar Higher Military Aviation School.
Oct. 10
Russia
After a similar incident ten days earlier, two 16-year-old Russians threw a Molotov cocktail at an Mi-8 helicopter and fled the scene but were soon detained. They claim they were promised $20,000.
Sep. 24
Drones
Recent satellite imagery shows there were bombers on the tarmac recently, but actual damage to one of the Kremlin’s biggest military airfields isn’t clear. The base is well outside of US ATACMS range.
Sep. 17
Kazakhstan
InformNapalm’s latest report shows how Russia is keeping some of its premier military aircraft in the air, despite Western sanctions.
Sep. 14
Drones
Russian social media says Murmansk and Apatity airports were temporarily closed on Thursday after suspected Ukrainian drones were shot down on successive days.
Sep. 12
HUR
Su-30 fighter-bombers have repeatedly attacked Ukrainian territory, particularly striking civilian targets. This one shot down by a HUR boat-borne MANPAD had just launched four of its six missiles.
Sep. 12
War in Ukraine
Two teens reportedly set fire to a civilian Mi-8 helicopter in Russia for $55,000 promised on Telegram. The alleged arsonists sustained burns, called an ambulance, and were hospitalized under guard.
Sep. 12
Ukrainian drones targeted the Krymsk military airfield in Krasnodar Krai, home to Russia’s 3rd Fighter Aviation Regiment and its Su-27 and Su-30 “Flankers.”
Nov. 15