Russian forces are closing in on Bakhmut The name of the Russian Defense Minister is Sergei Shoigu He has come under harsh criticism for his performance in the conflict from pro-war agitators Eko Hot Blog reports that Russia’s defense minister made a rare visit to Ukraine, his ministry said Saturday, as his forces closed in … Read more
Russian defence chief has disclosed that Moscow wasn’t ready for war. EKO HOT BLOG reports that Russian defence chief, Sergei Shoigu has admitted that Moscow wasn’t ready for war with Ukraine. Sergei Shoigu, speaking on the day Ukraine’s defence ministry claimed 100,000 Russian soldiers have been killed since the start of the war – and … Read more
Russia has deployed musicians to the frontline to boost morale. EKO HOT BLOG reports that Russia says it will deploy musicians and singers to the front lines of its war in Ukraine to boost troops’ morale. The defence ministry announced the formation of the “front-line creative brigade” this week, saying it would also include circus … Read more
Russia has ordered troops to withdraw from the Ukrainian city of Kherson. EKO HOT BLOG reports that Russia’s Defence Minister, Sergei Shoigu on Wednesday ordered Russian troops to withdraw from the west bank of the Dnipro River in the face of Ukrainian attacks near the southern city of Kherson. The announcement marks one of Russia’s … Read more
Putin is reportedly facing a revolt within Kremlin. EKO HOT BLOG reports that Russian President, Vladimir Putin is facing a revolt as the Kremlin has seemingly lost patience with the Defence Minister, following Russia’s military woes in Ukraine. The Russian advance in the Donbas has slowed to a snail’s pace and Putin’s army … Read more
Over 150 Civilians Killed In One Week As Russia Intensifies Attacks Across Ukraine. Russian forces fire missiles and shells across Ukraine after military announces it is stepping up its onslaught. EDITOR’S PICK Ukraine War: West Must ‘Prepare For War’, Says Ex-Nato Chief As Putin Unleashes Cruise Missiles In Ukraine Elon Musk Stages $43bn Hostile Takeover … Read more