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Posted 9/26/2023, 3:16:12 PM

Russia Unveils Military Plan Through 2025 Amid Ukraine Tensions

Russian Defense Minister Shoigu claims Russia has a military "action plan until 2025"
Shoigu said plan will increase Russia's "combat capacity" with new weapons and training
Shoigu did not specify Russia's "intended goals" in the plan
This follows Ukraine's claim to have killed Russia's Black Sea Fleet commander in a strike
Russia denies its commander was killed, but timing of his recent appearance is unknown

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9/6/2023

Ukraine reports frontline success, Russia minister decries Kyiv's failure

Ukraine's military has reported advances and strong defense along the front lines of its war with Russia, with Moscow acknowledging tension in the southern sector but dismissing Kyiv's campaign as unsuccessful.

9/9/2023

Russia's Military Rebuild Hampered by Losses in Ukraine

Russia may be able to increase artillery production but still falls short of its needs for the ongoing conflict in Ukraine, according to a Western official.

9/14/2023

Ukraine Resolute in Fighting Russia Despite Limited Gains; U.S. Debates Increasing Aid While Seeking Path to Negotiations

Ukraine's military offensive against Russian forces in the south and east has made limited progress, prompting discussions about whether the US and other Western countries should provide more powerful weapons or seek a negotiated settlement.

9/16/2023

Ukraine Makes Gains Near Bakhmut and Melitopol, Inflicts Losses on Russian Forces

The Ukrainian Armed Forces have experienced gains in certain areas while conducting offensive operations against Russian forces, inflicting significant losses on the enemy and forcing them to withdraw from their positions.

9/18/2023

Russia Deploys Elite Paratroopers as Infantry to Reinforce Overstretched Forces in Ukraine

Russia has reinforced its infantry troops on the frontline in the Zaporizhzhia region with units from its VDV Airborne Forces, signaling a perceived step down for the elite paratrooper division and highlighting setbacks in Russia's ground forces as they struggle against Ukraine's forces.

10/3/2023

Leaked Documents Reveal Russia's Plan for 30% Defense Spending Boost in 2024, Signaling Long War in Ukraine

Russia is planning to increase its defense spending by 30%, suggesting that it is preparing for the war in Ukraine to continue for years and hoping that Western support for Ukraine will decrease.

10/14/2023

Russia Sacrifices Poorly Trained Troops in Heavy but Futile Assault on Avdiivka Despite Deploying 2,000 Soldiers

Despite Russia's use of "human wave" tactics in its renewed offensive in eastern Ukraine, the country has made limited progress due to poorly trained soldiers and inadequate preparation, according to the U.S. National Security Council spokesperson, John Kirby.

10/15/2023

Russia Makes Minor Gains Near Avdiivka Despite Strong Ukrainian Defenses

Russian forces are making minor advancements both to the north and south of Avdiivka, a strategically important city near Donetsk, according to geolocated footage from Oct. 13 and 14, although Russian sources have noted that Ukrainian defensive fortifications and issues with medical support are hindering their progress.

10/15/2023

Putin Claims Ukraine Counteroffensive 'Failed Completely' Despite Minor Territorial Gains

Russian President Vladimir Putin has announced that Russian forces have strengthened their positions across the entire front line in Ukraine after the failure of Ukraine's counteroffensive, resulting in Russia controlling about 17.5% of Ukrainian territory and minimal territorial gains by Ukraine.

10/23/2023

Russia's Soaring Military Spending Strains Economy and Social Services

A further increase in military spending in Russia is likely to lead to inflationary pressure, financial strain on Russian businesses, and a reduction in spending on education and healthcare, according to UK intelligence.

10/26/2023

Russia Boosts Military Spending to Record $100B Amid Costly Ukraine War

Despite the significant cost to both human lives and the economy, Moscow has shown its determination to continue its assault on Ukraine with a record increase in defence spending, which accounts for almost a third of all outlays in 2024.

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Posted 9/26/2023, 3:16:12 PM

Russia Unveils Military Plan Through 2025 Amid Ukraine Tensions

Russian Defense Minister Shoigu claims Russia has a military "action plan until 2025"
Shoigu said plan will increase Russia's "combat capacity" with new weapons and training
Shoigu did not specify Russia's "intended goals" in the plan
This follows Ukraine's claim to have killed Russia's Black Sea Fleet commander in a strike
Russia denies its commander was killed, but timing of his recent appearance is unknown

yahoo.com

Relevant topic timeline:

9/6/2023

Ukraine reports frontline success, Russia minister decries Kyiv's failure

9/9/2023

Russia's Military Rebuild Hampered by Losses in Ukraine

Russia may be able to increase artillery production but still falls short of its needs for the ongoing conflict in Ukraine, according to a Western official.

9/14/2023

Ukraine Resolute in Fighting Russia Despite Limited Gains; U.S. Debates Increasing Aid While Seeking Path to Negotiations

9/16/2023

Ukraine Makes Gains Near Bakhmut and Melitopol, Inflicts Losses on Russian Forces

9/18/2023

Russia Deploys Elite Paratroopers as Infantry to Reinforce Overstretched Forces in Ukraine

10/3/2023

Leaked Documents Reveal Russia's Plan for 30% Defense Spending Boost in 2024, Signaling Long War in Ukraine

Russia is planning to increase its defense spending by 30%, suggesting that it is preparing for the war in Ukraine to continue for years and hoping that Western support for Ukraine will decrease.

10/14/2023

Russia Sacrifices Poorly Trained Troops in Heavy but Futile Assault on Avdiivka Despite Deploying 2,000 Soldiers

10/15/2023

Russia Makes Minor Gains Near Avdiivka Despite Strong Ukrainian Defenses

10/15/2023

Putin Claims Ukraine Counteroffensive 'Failed Completely' Despite Minor Territorial Gains

10/23/2023

Russia's Soaring Military Spending Strains Economy and Social Services

10/26/2023

Russia Boosts Military Spending to Record $100B Amid Costly Ukraine War