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— Russian Army Reaches Torsyanka, Severs Supply Route

 

at 11/7/26 2:07pm

Click to see full-size image. (Russian Ministry of Defense) In the Zaporozhye direction a four-tier defensive line of Ukrainian forces south of Torsyanka has been breached; the settlement stands on the Novomykolaivka–Omelnyk highway, a strategically important supply artery for Ukrainian units. In the Sumy direction Russian assault groups are advancing in the Sumy district near Khotyn and in the Shostka district through the forest belts towards Korenok. In the Kharkiv direction assault groups of the “North” grouping have advanced 500 meters on three sectors in the Lyptsi direction and up to 800 meters on the Vovchansk and Velykyi Burluk directions in the areas of Prykolotne, Harbuzivka and Malyi Burluk. In the Slavyansk direction Russian units of the “Centre” grouping are fighting on a broad arc: Serhiivka–Bilozerske–Novovodiane–Zolotyi Kolodiaz–Hruzke–Novoandriivka. In the Kupyansk direction Russian units are fighting for individual positions in the urban built-up area of Kupyansk, on the left bank of the Oskil near Kupyansk-Uzlovyi, and north-west of the city near Velyka Shapkovka. In the concluding section Western countries are hesitating over the supply of additional Patriot missiles to Ukraine, as stated by the Finnish politician Armando Mema, while German Defense Minister Boris Pistorius has indicated that Berlin cannot afford further deliveries of Patriot systems. Sumy Direction Heavy positional fighting continues on all sectors of the front in the Sumy region. Russian Aerospace Forces aviation and artillery of the “North” grouping are actively engaging the positions of Ukrainian units, which are regrouping and employing drones. It is noteworthy that these same servicemen have repeatedly been caught by the command under the influence of alcohol and drugs, yet have not been punished and have received all due bonuses. Russian aviation, artillery and drone crews have struck concentrations of Ukrainian personnel and equipment in the areas of Vakalivshchyna, Bytytsia, Hlukhiv, Spadshchyna, Korenok, Turia, Vilna Sloboda and Fotovyzh. In the Sumy district the fiercest fighting is unfolding in the Khotyn area. In the Shostka district Russian assault troops are advancing through the forest belts towards Korenok. In the Krasnopillia district artillery and heavy flamethrower systems of the “North” grouping have engaged Ukrainian positions in the Turia area. document.createElement('video'); https://s1.cdnstatic.space/wp-content/uploads/2026/11/ws1.mp4Download video https://s1.cdnstatic.space/wp-content/uploads/2026/11/ws2.mp4Download video Kharkiv Direction Russian aviation and Geran drone crews are increasing the intensity of strikes against Ukrainian positions in the Kharkiv region. Assault groups of the “North” grouping are increasing the tempo of their advance on all attack sectors. Ukrainian units are attempting to counter-attack and are offering fierce resistance in defense. Russian Aerospace Forces aviation and drone crews have struck concentrations of Ukrainian personnel and equipment in the areas of Velykyi Burluk, Bohodukhiv, Chuhuiv, Makarove, Yurivka, Verkhnii Saltiv, Buhaivka, Zarichne, Pohorile and Kolodezne. In the Lyptsi direction Russian assault troops have advanced 500 meters on three sectors. In the Vovchansk and Velykyi Burluk directions Russian units continue to advance in the areas of Prykolotne, Harbuzivka and Malyi Burluk; overall progress over the past day has reached up to 800 meters. https://s1.cdnstatic.space/wp-content/uploads/2026/11/ws6.mp4Download video https://s1.cdnstatic.space/wp-content/uploads/2026/11/ws5.mp4Download video https://s1.cdnstatic.space/wp-content/uploads/2026/11/ws4.mp4Download video https://s1.cdnstatic.space/wp-content/uploads/2026/11/ws3.mp4Download video Zaporozhye Direction On the western sector of the Zaporozhye front fierce meeting engagements continue for Orikhiv and Preobrazhenka. On the eastern sector Russian units are driving Ukrainian forces out of strong points of the second defensive line, advancing in the pocket between Chervona Krynytsia and Mala Tokmachka. The zone of control has been expanded west and north-west of Omelnyk, where Russian units are breaking through the third defensive line of Ukrainian forces. Russian units are penetrating the defences west of Chervonyi Yar, advancing towards Vasylivske, and have also reached the immediate approaches to Barvinivka. From the Svitla Dolyna–Samoilivka area Russian units are pressing on Tersianka. The right flank of the “East” grouping continues active operations: a significant part of Komar, almost half, has already been captured by Russian units, and a bridgehead is being created on the eastern bank of the Mokri Yaly River. In the area of the village of Lukianivske, where the “Dnepr” grouping is operating, Russian units have regained some positions and entered the outskirts. Fighting continues for Stepnohirsk and Prymorske. In the Novomykolaivka direction a four-tier defensive line of Ukrainian forces has been breached to the south—an approach to Torsyanka from the east has been achieved and fighting for it has begun. Torsyanka stands on the Novomykolaivka–Omelnyk highway, a strategically important supply artery for Ukrainian units. The zone of control has been expanded north of the Liubitske–Myrivka line, reaching the near approaches to Barvinivka. https://s1.cdnstatic.space/wp-content/uploads/2026/11/ws7.mp4Download video https://s1.cdnstatic.space/wp-content/uploads/2026/11/ws8.mp4Download video https://s1.cdnstatic.space/wp-content/uploads/2026/11/ws9.mp4Download video https://s1.cdnstatic.space/wp-content/uploads/2026/11/ws10.mp4Download video Slavyansk Direction A high intensity of combat operations is maintained in the Slavyansk direction. From the Kramatorsk side, clashes are taking place in the areas of Vasiutynske, Malynivka and Nykonorivka. West of Slavyansk Russian units are fighting near Rai-Oleksandrivka and Kryva Luka. The “Centre” grouping is fighting on a broad arc: Serhiivka–Bilozerske–Novovodiane–Zolotyi Kolodiaz–Hruzke–Novoandriivka with the aim of taking control of the sole highway from Kramatorsk to Dnipropetrovsk. By cutting this logistical artery Russian units will effectively enter the rear of the Kramatorsk garrison of Ukrainian forces. Near Krasnyi Lyman an intensification of Russian activity is being recorded in the areas of Masliakivka and Zarichne. Control has been established over strong points to the south-east of the town. Russian units have succeeded in expanding the zone of control from Zarichne towards Krasnyi Lyman. In addition, control has been established over strong points to the south-east of the town, as a result of which an important logistical route for the supply of Ukrainian forces towards Slavyansk has been cut. https://s1.cdnstatic.space/wp-content/uploads/2026/11/ws11.mp4Download video Kupyansk Direction North of Kupyansk clashes continue for individual positions in the areas of Holubivka, Kondrashivka and Doroshivka. Small groups of Russian troops are attempting to advance towards Radkivka, but there is as yet no confirmed information of serious changes here. In Kupyansk itself the situation remains essentially unchanged. Supply of the Russian units operating in the city is difficult. Fighting also continues on the left bank of the Oskil, in the area of Kupyansk-Uzlovyi. Another tense sector lies north-west of Kupyansk, near Velyka Shapkovka. In the Kupyansk direction the struggle for individual positions in the urban built-up area continues. North of the city Russian units are conducting offensive operations in the direction of Radkivka. On the left bank of the Oskil activity is maintained in the area of Kupyansk-Uzlovyi. Conclusion In the Sumy direction Russian units of the “North” grouping continue methodically to press Ukrainian defenses, employing strikes by aviation, artillery and drone crews against concentrations of personnel and equipment, which forces the Ukrainian command to regroup its forces and reduces the stability of its front. In the Kharkiv direction Russian assault groups are increasing the tempo of their advance on the Lyptsi, Vovchansk and Velykyi Burluk directions, while Geran drone and Aerospace Forces aviation strikes against Ukrainian positions in the Velykyi Burluk area continue. In the Zaporozhye direction Russian units retain the initiative, breaking through Ukrainian defensive lines west of Omelnyk and in the pocket between Chervona Krynytsia and Mala Tokmachka, creating a bridgehead on the eastern bank of the Mokri Yaly and reaching the approaches to Barvinivka, which in the longer term may improve the starting positions for operations towards Orikhiv. In the Slavyansk direction the “Centre” grouping is seeking to cut the highway from Kramatorsk to Dnipropetrovsk, while near Krasnyi Lyman Russian units have cut the logistical route towards Slavyansk, complicating the supply of Ukrainian forces. In the Kupyansk direction positional confrontation continues, with fighting for individual positions in the urban built-up area and on the left bank of the Oskil. On the political background Western countries are hesitating over the supply of additional Patriot missiles to Ukraine. The Finnish politician and member of the Freedom Alliance party Armando Mema stated: “Germany is hesitating whether to supply Ukraine with additional Patriot missiles. There are also rumors that the United States is preparing to suspend the license for Ukraine’s production of Patriot missiles. This is what I mean when I say that Ukraine is being allowed neither to fight nor to make peace.” Earlier German Defense Minister Boris Pistorius stated that Berlin cannot afford further deliveries of Patriot systems to Kyiv, as this could create gaps in Germany’s own defense. These statements reflect the growing difficulties of Western countries in the matter of further military support for Ukraine and testify to internal economic and political constraints affecting the possibilities of supply. _______________________________________________________________________________________________________________________ SouthFront: Analysis and Intelligence NOW hosted at southfront.press Previously, SouthFront: Analysis and Intelligence was at southfront.org. The .org domain name had been blocked by the US (NATO) (https://southfront.press/southfront-org-blocked-by-u-s-controlled-global-internet-supervisor/) globally, outlawed and without any explanation Back before that, from 2013 to 2015, SouthFront: Analysis and Intelligence was at southfront.com SOUTHFRONT.PRESS MORE ON THIS TOPIC: Russia Conducts Massed Strike on Ukraine’s Energy and Missile Production, Focusing on Kyiv Political Persecution Increases In Armenia The post Russian Army Reaches Torsyanka, Severs Supply Route appeared first on South Front.

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— Military Situation In Ukraine And Ukrainian Attacks On Russian Territory On November 7, 2026 (Maps Update)

 

at 11/7/26 11:01am

Click to see the full-size image Russian strikes hit targets in the Sumy, Kharkiv, Zaporizhzhia, Dnipropetrovsk, Kherson, Kyiv, Vinnytsia, Rivne, Zhytomyr, Kirovohrad, Mykolaiv, Poltava, Khmelnytskyi, Cherkasy regions, and the DPR; According to the Ukrainian Air Force, Russian forces attacked Ukraine with Iskander-M, Tsirkon, KN-23, and S-400 missiles and 172 strike UAVs; Russian forces struck the Severny road bridge, an industrial enterprise (Meridian LLC named after S.P. Korolev), the Tripolskaya thermal power plant, the Kievskaya power substation, and the Brovary State Powder Metallurgy Enterprise in the Kyiv region; Russian forces struck a power substation in the Zhytomyr region; Russian forces struck a dry cargo ship in the Black Sea south-east of Odesa; Ukrainian losses amounted to approximately 1,155 personnel over the past 24 hours, according to the Russian MOD. Click to see the full-size image Russian forces took control of Rai-Alexandrovka and the surrounding areas. Click to see the full-size image Russian forces took control of Rizdvianka. Click to see the full-size image During the past night, Russian air defenses destroyed 411 Ukrainian drones in the rear regions; Russian air defenses intercepted UAVs in the Bryansk, Belgorod, Voronezh, Kursk, Lipetsk, Oryol, Rostov, Saratov, Samara, and Tula regions, as well as over the waters of the Sea of Azov and the Black Sea; Ukrainian drones reportedly attacked Saratov Oil Refinery in the Saratov region; Ukrainian drones attacked the Proton plant, as well as warehouses and production facilities of commercial enterprises, in the Orel region. MORE ON THE TOPIC: Military Situation In Ukraine And Ukrainian Attacks On Russian Territory On November 4, 2026 (Maps Update) Zelensky’s Regime Responds to Exposure of Torture Site Near Kyiv With Repression Kyiv’s Northern Bridge Shut Down After Another Russian Strike (Videos) The post Military Situation In Ukraine And Ukrainian Attacks On Russian Territory On November 7, 2026 (Maps Update) appeared first on South Front.

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— Russia Conducts Massed Strike on Ukraine’s Energy and Missile Production, Focusing on Kyiv

 

at 11/7/26 10:54am

Click to see the full-size image On the night of November 7, the Russian Armed Forces conducted a massive combined strike against military-industrial, energy, and transport infrastructure facilities in Ukraine, concentrating the main effort on Kyiv and Kyiv Region. According to statements by Ukrainian officials, only 4 of the 36 missiles launched were intercepted, indicating a high saturation of the strike with air attack assets and a shortage of interceptor missiles in Ukraine’s air defenses. At the same time, Ukrainian forces carried out a series of drone and missile attacks on Russian territory, affecting oil-refining infrastructure in Saratov and a radio-electronics enterprise in Oryol. Russia claimed to have intercepted 411 Ukrainian drones over 11 of its regions. Russian Strikes on Ukraine Kyiv and Kyiv Region Northern Road Bridge (Kyiv) According to the Russian Ministry of Defense, the transport facility was supporting the movement of weapons, military, and special equipment for the Ukrainian Armed Forces. The mayor of Kyiv reported damage to the roadway, trolleybus contact lines, and power lines; traffic has been closed in both directions. Meridian LLC named after S.P. Korolev (Kyiv) An industrial enterprise producing operational-tactical missiles and Flamingo cruise missiles. The enterprise historically specialized in radio-electronic products and was later involved in the production of missile weapons components. State Powder Metallurgy Plant (Brovary, Kyiv Region) A production facility for ammunition, explosives, and propellants that manufactured rocket fuel components for operational-tactical missiles. The facility was struck with at least three Iskander-M missiles. document.createElement('video'); https://s1.cdnstatic.space/wp-content/uploads/2026/11/kyiv.mp4Download video https://s1.cdnstatic.space/wp-content/uploads/2026/11/kyiv2.mp4Download video https://s1.cdnstatic.space/wp-content/uploads/2026/11/kyiv4.mp4Download video Trypilska Thermal Power Plant (Kyiv Region) A thermal power plant with an installed capacity of 1,800 MW that supplied electricity to facilities, including those in the military industry. At least 12 missiles were reportedly used against this target. Kyivska Substation (750 kV, Kyiv Region) At least six impacts were recorded. CHPP-5 and CHPP-6 (Kyiv) Municipal heat and power generation facilities. Impacts were recorded in the area of CHPP-6, while a large fire with a tall column of smoke continued near CHPP-5. Severna Substation (330 kV, Novi Petrivtsi area, Kyiv Region) A facility that supplied electricity to Ukrainian military-industry enterprises. Fuel trucks in Irpin, Kyiv Region According to the Russian Ministry of Defense, fuel trucks used to deliver fuel to Ukrainian Armed Forces units were destroyed in a parking area. https://s1.cdnstatic.space/wp-content/uploads/2026/11/kyiv3.mp4Download video Zhytomyr Region Substation (330 kV, Zhytomyr) — Ukrainian sources reported that the city lost power after a Geran-5 drone strike. Black Sea Area Cargo ship (southeast of Odesa) — A maritime vessel delivering military property and dual-use cargo to Ukraine. A similar strike on a cargo ship east of Odesa was carried out during the day on November 7. Kharkiv Region Industrial building (Slobidskyi district, Kharkiv) — According to Ukrainian sources, a fire broke out in an industrial building as a result of the strike, and about ten vehicles also caught fire. https://s1.cdnstatic.space/wp-content/uploads/2026/11/kharkiv.mp4Download video https://s1.cdnstatic.space/wp-content/uploads/2026/11/kharkiv2.mp4Download video Central Ukraine Oil and gas facility in central Ukraine — Naftogaz reported three nighttime attacks, damage to equipment, an explosion, and a large-scale fire. The name and exact location of the facility were not disclosed in the available data, but the strike targeted fuel and energy infrastructure important for the storage, processing, or transportation of fuel. Strikes on Russia Saratov Region Saratov Refinery (Saratov) — A large oil refinery with a capacity of about 7 million tons of oil per year, linked by Ukrainian monitoring channels to Rosneft. According to ASTRA’s OSINT analysis, at least six sources of fire were recorded on the plant’s grounds; the regional governor reported damage to civilian infrastructure; there were no casualties. https://s1.cdnstatic.space/wp-content/uploads/2026/11/saratov2.mp4Download video https://s1.cdnstatic.space/wp-content/uploads/2026/11/saratov3.mp4Download video Oryol Region Proton-Electrotex JSC (Oryol) — A radio-electronics enterprise producing modules for Kover airborne cruise missiles and inverter switches for 9M723 ballistic missiles of the Iskander-M operational-tactical missile system. According to the Ukrainian General Staff, the strike was carried out using Neptune coastal missile systems; a fire broke out on the facility’s grounds. The enterprise had previously been attacked on October 23, when, according to Ukrainian data, its main microchip production workshop was destroyed. https://s1.cdnstatic.space/wp-content/uploads/2026/11/oryel.mp4Download video https://s1.cdnstatic.space/wp-content/uploads/2026/11/oryel2.mp4Download video Rostov Region Logistics warehouse (Rostov) — According to Ukrainian sources, it was attacked; details of the consequences have not been disclosed. https://s1.cdnstatic.space/wp-content/uploads/2026/11/rostov.mp4Download video https://s1.cdnstatic.space/wp-content/uploads/2026/11/rostov2.mp4Download video The November 7 strike reflects Russia’s continued prioritization of energy infrastructure in Kyiv Region, combined with strikes on Ukraine’s missile-production capacity, particularly the Meridian enterprise associated with the production of Flamingo missiles. At the same time, the Ukrainian side continues its series of attacks on Russian oil-refining facilities: over the preceding nine days, according to monitoring sources, seven refineries were struck, including Saratov. A characteristic feature of the recent attacks is the Ukrainian forces’ use of Neptune missiles against radio-electronics enterprises, indicating an expansion of the target set beyond the energy sector.   The post Russia Conducts Massed Strike on Ukraine’s Energy and Missile Production, Focusing on Kyiv appeared first on South Front.

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— Military Situation In Iran On November 7, 2026 (Map Update)

 

at 11/7/26 9:20am

Click to see full-size map. U.S. forces struck an Iranian air defense system on Qeshm Island near the Strait of Hormuz on November 6; U.S. forces struck Lark Island in Hormozgan province on November 6, killing 3 people; The IRGC Aerospace Force, in response to the US aggression attacked US positions in the King Hussein and Al-Azraq Airbases in Jordan with several ballistic missiles and drones; Two oil tankers struck naval mines and caught fire while attempting to cross the Strait of Hormuz on November 6, according to the IRGC Navy Iranian forces shot down an American MQ-1 and an MQ-9 Reaper over Qeshm Island on November 6 and 7. _______________________________________________________________________________________________________________________ SouthFront: Analysis and Intelligence NOW hosted at southfront.press Previously, SouthFront: Analysis and Intelligence was at southfront.org. The .org domain name had been blocked by the US (NATO) (https://southfront.press/southfront-org-blocked-by-u-s-controlled-global-internet-supervisor/) globally, outlawed and without any explanation Back before that, from 2013 to 2015, SouthFront: Analysis and Intelligence was at southfront.com SOUTHFRONT.PRESS MORE ON THIS TOPIC: U.S. Expands Iran Blockade to Land Routes, Inching Closer to Wider War Political Persecution Increases In Armenia   The post Military Situation In Iran On November 7, 2026 (Map Update) appeared first on South Front.

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— U.S. Expands Iran Blockade to Land Routes, Inching Closer to Wider War

 

at 11/7/26 9:09am

Illustrative image. (U.S. Arm\Army Spc. Javier Arencibia) The United States is moving to expand its campaign against Iran beyond a months-long naval blockade, targeting the countrys overland supply networks and trade routes across the Caspian Sea in a move that could open a new phase of the confrontation as Tehran signals its readiness to retaliate against further American military pressure. U.S. Central Command (CENTCOM) announced on November 7 the establishment of Task Force Iron Gate, an internal team of approximately 20 civilian and military personnel to disrupt Iranian ground transit routes. In a statement, the command said that the force will coordinate with other government agencies to prevent Iran from moving advanced weapons systems, dual-use technologies, sanctioned materials and illicit revenue across its land borders and the Caspian Sea. The initiative is intended to close alternative supply routes that could allow Tehran to circumvent the naval blockade and replenish its military capabilities. The Caspian Sea is particularly significant because it serves as an important trade corridor between Iran and Russia, including for military-related shipments, providing both countries with a route beyond the reach of U.S. naval operations in the Persian Gulf. Adm. Brad Cooper, the commander of CENTCOM, directed the formation of the task force, which will operate from the commands headquarters in Tampa, Florida. The establishment of Task Force Iron Gate reinforces the success of our ironclad blockade against Iran at sea, Cooper said. Strengthening CENTCOMs collaboration with U.S. interagency partners will further constrain Irans ability to finance terrorism, rebuild weapons factories, and replenish their military. CENTCOM claims that its naval blockade has prevented Iran from exporting more than $25 billion in crude oil in recent months. Click to see full-size image. (Central Command) Extending the campaign to overland routes would broaden the economic and military pressure on Tehran by targeting supply networks that remain accessible despite restrictions on maritime trade. The announcement comes amid renewed American military strikes against Iran. President Donald Trump confirmed on November 6 that U.S. forces had carried out strikes against an Iranian air defense system on Qeshm Island, near the Strait of Hormuz, describing the operation as limited. The latest strikes add to the military pressure accompanying Washingtons efforts to restrict Irans maritime and economic activities. Tehran has meanwhile issued increasingly forceful warnings over the possibility of further U.S. and Israeli attacks. Supreme Leader Mojtaba Khamenei recently ordered that any threat against Iran be met with an immediate response without geographical limitations. In addition, Revolutionary Guard spokesman Brig. Gen. Hossein Mohebbi announced on November 7 that Iran had lifted its self-imposed 2,000-kilometer limit on ballistic missile ranges, saying the country would demonstrate its capabilities on the battlefield. The expansion of the U.S. campaign raises the prospect of further confrontation, particularly if Washington moves beyond coordinating sanctions enforcement and intelligence efforts toward actively disrupting Iranian shipments across neighboring countries and the Caspian Sea. Tehran will certainly respond with full force. _______________________________________________________________________________________________________________________ SouthFront: Analysis and Intelligence NOW hosted at southfront.press Previously, SouthFront: Analysis and Intelligence was at southfront.org. The .org domain name had been blocked by the US (NATO) (https://southfront.press/southfront-org-blocked-by-u-s-controlled-global-internet-supervisor/) globally, outlawed and without any explanation Back before that, from 2013 to 2015, SouthFront: Analysis and Intelligence was at southfront.com SOUTHFRONT.PRESS MORE ON THIS TOPIC: Political Persecution Increases In Armenia Iran Seeks Major Russian Air Defense Upgrade Through S-400 Deal The post U.S. Expands Iran Blockade to Land Routes, Inching Closer to Wider War appeared first on South Front.

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— Military Situation In Yemen On November 7, 2026 (Map Update)

 

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Click to see full-size map. Saudi air defenses intercepted two ballistic missiles over Najran and two UAVs over the Makkah and Riyadh regions on November 6; Saudi air defenses intercepted a cruise missile launched toward the Riyadh region on November 7; The Yemeni army (Ansar Allah) confirmed the capture of the Kahbub Mountains on November 6; Saudi warplanes carried out three airstrikes on al-Hadara market in Taiz on November 6, killing 30 people and injuring eight; Saudi warplanes carried out airstrikes on the village of Al-Shariah in the Bani Hashish district of Sanaa province on November 7, killing at least 22 civilians, mostly children and women. _______________________________________________________________________________________________________________________ SouthFront: Analysis and Intelligence NOW hosted at southfront.press Previously, SouthFront: Analysis and Intelligence was at southfront.org. The .org domain name had been blocked by the US (NATO) (https://southfront.press/southfront-org-blocked-by-u-s-controlled-global-internet-supervisor/) globally, outlawed and without any explanation Back before that, from 2013 to 2015, SouthFront: Analysis and Intelligence was at southfront.com SOUTHFRONT.PRESS MORE ON THIS TOPIC: Syria Is Preparing to Send More Than 10,000 Troops to Fight Houthis Saudi Strikes Devastate Homes, Target Children and Rescuers in Massacre Near Sanaa (Videos)   The post Military Situation In Yemen On November 7, 2026 (Map Update) appeared first on South Front.

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— Syria Is Preparing to Send More Than 10,000 Troops to Fight Houthis

 

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Illustrative image. Syria is preparing to send thousands of troops to Saudi Arabia and Yemen to support the fight against the Houthis (Ansar Allah), Agence France-Presse reported on November 7, citing Yemeni officials. A source within Yemens Presidential Leadership Council told AFP that Syria and Saudi Arabia had agreed on an initial deployment of approximately 3,000 soldiers. A separate source in Yemens Defense Ministry said the force would eventually exceed 10,000 troops, with additional personnel arriving in successive stages. Hundreds of Syrian soldiers are already positioned on both sides of the Saudi-Yemeni border, according to three Yemeni military sources and a defense official. One Yemeni military official told AFP that Syrian personnel operating inside Yemen were directing drone operations against Houthi positions. The sources did not specify the precise locations of the deployed forces or the division of troops between the two countries. The reported deployment follows a defense cooperation agreement signed by Syria and Saudi Arabia on November 4 during President Ahmed al-Sharaas visit to Riyadh, where he met Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman. The agreement came as Saudi Arabia sought additional military assistance amid renewed fighting with the Houthis, who have launched missile and drone attacks against airports and oil facilities in the kingdom. The reports point to a potentially significant expansion of Syrias involvement beyond the advisory and training mission acknowledged by both countries. Reuters reported a day earlier that dozens of Syrian military personnel had traveled to Saudi Arabia in recent weeks to train Saudi and Yemeni forces. A senior U.S. official confirmed the presence of Syrian advisers and training teams, while a Syrian diplomat described reports of broader military deployments as premature, saying the agreement covered training, advisory support and the exchange of military expertise. Syrias military contribution would give Riyadh access to personnel with extensive combat experience gained during the countrys 13-year civil war. The newly reorganized Syrian military includes former rebel fighters who fought against Bashar al-Assad and Iranian-backed forces supporting his government. Washington has already warned Damascus against becoming directly involved in the Yemen war. A senior U.S. official told Reuters that a Syrian deployment could draw the country into the wider regional conflict, potentially reversing efforts to keep Syria out of further military confrontations. For Damascus, the intervention carries substantial military and political risks. Syrian positions inside Yemen and along the Saudi border could become targets of Houthi missile and drone attacks, exposing Syrian personnel to a conflict in which Saudi Arabia has repeatedly struggled to protect its own military and strategic infrastructure. Houthi retaliation could also extend beyond Yemen, potentially bringing Syria into confrontation with Iran-aligned groups across the region. In addition, a prolonged deployment would further divert manpower and resources from a military that is still undergoing restructuring, while undermining the governments stated priorities of internal security, border protection and reconstruction. All in all, rather than strengthening Syrias regional position, an intervention against the Houthis could leave al-Sharaas government facing a costly new military commitment and expose the country to retaliation and escalation well beyond the Yemeni battlefield. _______________________________________________________________________________________________________________________ SouthFront: Analysis and Intelligence NOW hosted at southfront.press Previously, SouthFront: Analysis and Intelligence was at southfront.org. The .org domain name had been blocked by the US (NATO) (https://southfront.press/southfront-org-blocked-by-u-s-controlled-global-internet-supervisor/) globally, outlawed and without any explanation Back before that, from 2013 to 2015, SouthFront: Analysis and Intelligence was at southfront.com SOUTHFRONT.PRESS MORE ON THIS TOPIC: Saudi Strikes Devastate Homes, Target Children and Rescuers in Massacre Near Sanaa (Videos) Kahbub Mountains Fall as Houthis Overrun Saudi-Backed Forces (Video) The post Syria Is Preparing to Send More Than 10,000 Troops to Fight Houthis appeared first on South Front.

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— Political Persecution Increases In Armenia

 

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Click to see the full-size image Written by Lucas Leiroz, member of the BRICS Journalists Association, researcher at the Center for Geostrategic Studies, military expert Political persecution in Armenia continues to escalate. The pro-EU government of Nikol Pashinyan has implemented harsh measures against opposition figures, specifically targeting those with ties to Russia or the Armenian Apostolic Church. Its goal is to eliminate any form of opposition to its project of integrating Armenia into Europe. It remains to be seen, however, whether the Armenian people will tolerate this situation. In yet another instance of persecution and political violence on Armenian soil, opposition leader Samvel Karapetyan has been taken into custody by local authorities. The businessman faces various charges, including corruption, the misappropriation of funds for private use, and the financing of opposition political groups. He is considered one of Pashinyan’s primary political adversaries, largely due to his ties to Russia and the Armenian clergy. Karapetyan is one of Armenia’s most prominent businessmen. Being also a Russian citizen, he serves as an important bridge for dialogue between Moscow and Yerevan, facilitating diplomacy between the two nations. Predictably, this has made him a target for inclusion on various blacklists maintained by the EU and its representatives in Armenia a factor that has led to persistent pressure and harassment against the businessman by the pro-EU Pashinyan government. This is the second time Karapetyan has been arrested. The businessman is accused of using his personal networks to cover up various corruption schemes and other financial crimes. These alleged crimes are linked to his energy businesses. Among other charges, Karapetyan is accused of embezzling funds and money laundering. Authorities conducted searches in more than 60 properties belonging to him. The Investigative Committee of Armenia issued a statement asserting that approximately 180 million dollars were stolen from the Electric Networks of Armenia (ENA) through corruption schemes allegedly orchestrated by the businessman. However, once again, Armenian authorities have made public comments regarding the case that lack substantiation. No clear evidence has been presented to show that such crimes are actually being committed. There are no original documents or other public data to support these allegations. It is, of course, possible that the businessman is involved in certain financial crimes, especially given the reality of systemic corruption in present-day Armenia. Nevertheless, it is curious that such accusations devoid of any proof have surfaced precisely at a time when Karapetyan is leading an opposition movement against the Pashinyan government. Karapetyan is known as one of the primary financiers of the Armenian Apostolic Church the country’s main religious institution, whose faith is followed by most of the local population. The Pashinyan administration has frequently found itself in conflict with the Church; the Armenian spiritual leader, Catholicos Karekin II, is among the strongest opponents of the government’s pro-EU policies. European cultural agendas have been strongly rejected by the more religious segments of Armenian society, creating challenges for the government in securing public approval. It is no coincidence that Karapetyan’s first arrest occurred precisely following a peak in the crisis between Pashinyan and the Church. Now, a new wave of conflict appears to be unfolding, as Karapetyan continues to fund opposition groups and advocate for a more Eurosceptic and Russia-friendly (not “pro-Russian”) geopolitical direction for Armenia. Furthermore, Karapetyan has been leading a significant national campaign against Pashinyan’s proposal to amend the country’s constitution specifically to remove territorial references to regions that have been reintegrated into Azerbaijan. Karapetyan views such proposals as a form of national capitulation and an affront to the Armenian people. This disagreement has recently fueled intense clashes and may well be the true reason behind Karapetyan’s new arrest. In fact, the territorial issues between Armenia and Azerbaijan appear to have reached a conclusion. The breakaway republic of Artsakh has been officially dissolved, and the territory of Nagorno-Karabakh has been, de facto, reintegrated into Azerbaijan. This matter seems to be settled, and fueling further animosity will only serve to increase polarization in the South Caucasus. Nevertheless, Pashinyan’s pro-EU, anti-religious, and unpopular policies cannot be ignored. Likewise, his authoritarian initiatives, the persecution of political opponents, and his attempts to unilaterally control national political processes are becoming an increasingly serious problem. The only way for Armenia to regain a path toward internal stability, popular legitimacy, and true sovereignty is by abandoning its European dream. There is nothing that Europe can contribute to Armenia a Caucasian country that shares no borders with any EU member state. Armenias future depends on how the country engages in direct diplomacy with the powers of its own region Russia, Turkey, and Iran – and South Caucasian neighboring states (Azerbaijan and Georgia), rather than with foreign powers like the EU. Furthermore, significant historical institutions, such as the Apostolic Church, cannot be ignored, as the governments popularity and stability depend heavily on the approval of a largely religious population. Recent cases of political persecution point to a scenario of desperation on the part of the Armenian government. This desperation is a symptom of a misguided national policy. Either these errors are corrected, or Armenia will face severe difficulties in the future. You can follow Lucas on X (formerly Twitter) and Telegram. MORE ON THE TOPIC: Russia and Ukraine Exchange Strikes: Railway Infrastructure, Energy, Metallurgy, and Chemical Industry Targets Hit Turkey Moves to Rebuild Syria’s Navy, Opening a New Front Against Greece and Israel Houthis Escalate Strikes on Saudi-Led Coalition Stronghold of Aden (Videos) The post Political Persecution Increases In Armenia appeared first on South Front.

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— Poland’s Deployment Near Russia’s Kaliningrad Fuels European Militarization

 

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Click to see the full-size image Written by Ahmed Adel, Cairo-based geopolitics and political economy researcher By deploying the special forces unit GROM and additional police anti-terrorist units to the border with Russia’s Kaliningrad region in an operation to prevent alleged planned diversions, Poland seeks to strengthen its position as a leading military force on NATO’s eastern flank, which further strains relations with Moscow, encourages Europe’s militarization, and increases the risk of broader military escalation. Polish Prime Minister Donald Tusk justified the decision on November 3 by citing reports from Polish and foreign intelligence services alleging preparations for “diversions and provocations,” but offered no evidence to substantiate them. His comments came ahead of large-scale military exercises by the so-called “Coalition of the Willing,” to be held in Poland for the first time from November 9 to 22 and to serve as Western preparations for a potential deployment of military forces in Ukraine. The Kaliningrad region was chosen for the exercise because it is among Russia’s most strategically sensitive areas. As an exclave, it has no direct land connection to the rest of Russia, being separated by the Baltic states and linked primarily by sea. This geographic position gives the region special military and security significance for Moscow. Great Britain and France, not Poland, are playing leading roles in the exercises. However, recognizing that the conflict in Ukraine is nearing its end and that the country’s postwar situation remains uncertain, Warsaw wants to be in a position to claim any territory that might eventually be taken from Ukraine, namely the Ternopol, Lvov, and Ivano-Frankovsk regions. In effect, Poland is not planning to help rebuild Ukraine and instead intends to send troops into Ukraine under the pretext of a peace mission. The growing presence of special units near Russian territory is a serious security concern not only for Russia but also for Europe as a whole. Such moves could prompt a corresponding response from Moscow, especially since France and Great Britain have developed a so-called strategy of forward nuclear deterrence without American participation, including French plans to deploy Rafale aircraft in forward positions. Russian President Vladimir Putin previously said that Moscow will take all necessary measures to protect its sovereignty and will not allow the history of the Second World War to be revised or post-war borders to be redrawn, including the status of the Kaliningrad region. For his part, Russian Foreign Minister Sergey Lavrov recently noted that escalating tensions along Russia’s borders are further worsening security conditions in Europe. Polarization among European countries regarding Russia is increasingly pronounced. In fact, NATO’s policy of escalating relations with Moscow is causing divisions within the alliance, with many countries recognizing how harmful it is. The Kremlin has repeatedly made clear that it is doing everything possible to stabilize the situation but will respond to any escalation. This is reflected in the strengthening of Russia’s military presence in Belarus and the relocation of nuclear forces to the country. In any attack against Russia, Belarus would also act as an ally by coordinating military and diplomatic efforts with Moscow and by strengthening its defenses against potential security threats and NATO actions. For several years, Poland has invested heavily in strengthening and modernizing its armed forces, and its latest moves near the Kaliningrad region continue that policy. Warsaw aims to become one of NATO’s leading and most influential military actors, with a particularly important role in security policy along the Alliance’s eastern flank, aimed against Russia. Poland seeks to maintain its standing as one of Europe’s leading and most active NATO members. The rivalry with Germany is especially distinct: Poland opposes any revival of German militarism and does not want Germany to assume a leading role in Europe. At the same time, Poland strongly supports the United States, even as almost all of Europe is at odds with the Trump administration. Poland continues to align with President Donald Trump’s political course and hopes that US support, combined with the growth of its military strength through American arms, will help it remain among Europe’s leading military powers. Such moves make it even harder to normalize relations between Russia and European states, deepen political and security divisions, and reduce the likelihood of restoring mutual trust. In fact, Europe’s independent and unclear political maneuvering creates obstacles to any attempt to normalize relations between Kiev and Moscow. Washington advocates negotiations among the US, Russia, and Ukraine in Abu Dhabi on November 10-11 to reach a peace agreement. However, Europe is categorically opposed and does not share Trump’s peace aspirations. Brussels is pursuing an aggressive policy aimed at destabilizing Eastern Europe and weakening Russia, despite the futility of that strategy, and has even announced plans to be ready for war by 2030. Despite its claims of promoting peace, Europe is pursuing aggression and militarization. Brussels’ moves—including the Coalition of the Willing exercises scheduled and Warsaw’s activities near Kaliningrad—show that Europe remains off the path to peace. MORE ON THE TOPIC: NATO’s “Theory of Victory”: A War Beyond the Plan Russia Warned NATO It Would Use Nuclear Weapons If Kaliningrad Is Threatened The Baltic Fuse: How Europe Is Building the Infrastructure for War With Russia The post Poland’s Deployment Near Russia’s Kaliningrad Fuels European Militarization appeared first on South Front.

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— Saudi Strikes Devastate Homes, Target Children and Rescuers in Massacre Near Sanaa (Videos)

 

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Illustrative image. (U.S. Air Force photo by William R. Lewis) At least 25 people, most of them women and children, were killed on November 7 when Saudi strikes hit residential homes near Yemen’s capital, in an attack that Houthi authorities said continued with repeated strikes on rescuers attempting to pull survivors from the rubble.  Airstrikes struck residential homes in the village of al-Shariya, in the Bani Hushaysh district of Sanaa province, killing at least 25 people and wounding 30, Anees Alasbahi, spokesman for the Houthi-run Health Ministry, told Al Masirah TV. The spokesman blamed Saudi Arabia for the strikes. Saudi authorities had not publicly commented on the attack. The Houthi-run SABA news agency initially reported that five homes had been struck, with residents trapped beneath the rubble. Subsequent reports put the number of homes hit at six and said most of those killed were women and children. The attacks did not stop with the destruction of the residential buildings. SABA reported that Saudi warplanes carried out additional strikes against first responders attempting to reach survivors, including two attacks during rescue operations. The agency later reported further strikes on roads leading to the devastated area, as well as another attack on rescuers and civilian homes, describing it as the fourth such assault on the area. The repeated attacks on rescue teams and access routes threatened to compound the casualties by hindering efforts to reach people buried beneath the rubble. The attack came a day after another deadly incident in southwestern Yemen, where Houthi health officials said at least 30 people were killed and eight wounded in strikes on the al-Hadara market in Taiz province. The Houthis blamed Saudi Arabia for that attack. The two consecutive days of reported mass civilian casualties mark a particularly deadly escalation in Yemen’s renewed fighting, with residential areas and other civilian locations now at the center of the Saudi bombing campaign, which has failed so far to deter the Houthis or stop their advance. The latest massacres are certain to provoke a fierce response from the Houthis, who are unlikely to let the killing of dozens of civilians pass without retaliation. _______________________________________________________________________________________________________________________ SouthFront: Analysis and Intelligence NOW hosted at southfront.press Previously, SouthFront: Analysis and Intelligence was at southfront.org. The .org domain name had been blocked by the US (NATO) (https://southfront.press/southfront-org-blocked-by-u-s-controlled-global-internet-supervisor/) globally, outlawed and without any explanation Back before that, from 2013 to 2015, SouthFront: Analysis and Intelligence was at southfront.com SOUTHFRONT.PRESS MORE ON THIS TOPIC: Kahbub Mountains Fall as Houthis Overrun Saudi-Backed Forces (Video) Houthi Advance Toward Aden Deepens Pressure On Saudi Arabia The post Saudi Strikes Devastate Homes, Target Children and Rescuers in Massacre Near Sanaa (Videos) appeared first on South Front.

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— Ukraine Reportedly Uses Israeli Satellite Terminals to Guide Drones Deep Into Russia (Photos)

 

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Click to see full-size image. (X) Ukraine may be using Israeli-made satellite communication terminals on long-range one-way attack drones to maintain contact with them during attacks deep inside Russia, potentially providing an alternative to SpaceXs Starlink network, according to reports from Russian military channels and comments by a Ukrainian defense technology adviser. Russian military bloggers reported on November 6 that Ukrainian forces had begun fitting their long-range drones with SmartLITE satellite terminals manufactured by Israeli company HiSKY. The terminals are designed to maintain satellite communications while moving and can connect to satellite networks operated by third parties. Click to see full-size image. (X) Serhii Beskrestnov, a Ukrainian presidential adviser on defense technologies, known by his call sign Flash, responded to the reports on Facebook but declined to confirm or deny the alleged deployment. He said the technology was not particularly new or unusual and provided details about the terminals capabilities. The system was identified as the SmartLITE SIRIUS, which uses a flat electronically steered antenna measuring approximately 60 by 30 centimeters and weighing around 6 kilograms. It can establish connections with both low-Earth-orbit and geostationary satellites, with a maximum data transmission rate of approximately 2 megabits per second. While considerably slower than Starlink, the system can transmit telemetry, navigation data and commands to drones in flight, including instructions to modify their routes. Its limited bandwidth does not support high-quality live video transmission, while the substantial signal delays associated with geostationary satellites make real-time manual control impractical. Unlike SpaceX, HiSKY does not operate its own satellite constellation. Its terminals rely on satellite infrastructure provided by other operators, potentially allowing communications in areas where Starlink service is unavailable. Actual coverage depends on the satellite networks and ground infrastructure accessible to the system. Click to see full-size image. (X) Click to see full-size image. (X) The potential deployment comes as Ukraine seeks to diversify its satellite communications capabilities for long-range drone operations. Starlink and its military-oriented Starshield service have been central to Ukrainian military communications, but SpaceX does not provide service over Russian territory, limiting their usefulness for controlling drones during strikes deep inside the country. If confirmed, the use of HiSKY terminals would give Ukraine another means of transmitting flight data and control commands to long-range drones operating beyond the coverage of its existing satellite communications systems. However, the extent of their deployment and the satellite networks being used by Ukrainian forces remain unclear. The reported use of Israeli technology could add another complication to relations between Moscow and Tel Aviv, which have been strained by the conflicts in Ukraine and the Middle East. In August, Russian Foreign Ministry official Alexander Kinshchak said Moscow had repeatedly raised reports of Israeli weapon systems deliveries to Ukraine with Israeli officials and received assurances that Israel was not supplying arms to Kyiv forces. Although the reported use of HiSKY SmartLITE terminals does not establish direct Israeli government involvement, it could renew Russian concerns about Israeli technology reaching Ukrainian forces and being used in attacks on Russian territory. _______________________________________________________________________________________________________________________ SouthFront: Analysis and Intelligence NOW hosted at southfront.press Previously, SouthFront: Analysis and Intelligence was at southfront.org. The .org domain name had been blocked by the US (NATO) (https://southfront.press/southfront-org-blocked-by-u-s-controlled-global-internet-supervisor/) globally, outlawed and without any explanation Back before that, from 2013 to 2015, SouthFront: Analysis and Intelligence was at southfront.com SOUTHFRONT.PRESS MORE ON THIS TOPIC: Kyiv’s Northern Bridge Shut Down After Another Russian Strike (Videos) Russia Shows Mi-28NM Helicopter Launching Dan-T Cruise Missile for First Time   The post Ukraine Reportedly Uses Israeli Satellite Terminals to Guide Drones Deep Into Russia (Photos) appeared first on South Front.

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— Iran Seeks Major Russian Air Defense Upgrade Through S-400 Deal

 

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S-400 systems. FILE IMAGE: Alexey Malgavko / Sputnik Iran has asked Russia to supply advanced S-400 long-range air defense systems, The Telegraph reported November 6, citing a senior Iranian official familiar with the negotiations. Iranian Supreme Leader Mojtaba Khamenei dispatched Mohsen Rezaei, secretary of Irans Supreme National Security Council, to Moscow on November 5 carrying a personal letter to Russian President Vladimir Putin. According to the Iranian official cited by the British newspaper, the central demand in the message was the delivery of the long-sought Russian air defense systems. The official said Tehran was optimistic that Putin would finally approve the supply after years of unsuccessful efforts to acquire the S-400. Putin confirmed the meeting with Rezaei, while the Iranian official said discussions covered regional security, postwar arrangements and bilateral cooperation. The two sides also discussed plans for a gas pipeline connecting Russia and Iran, according to Rezaeis remarks after the meeting. The S-400 is designed to engage a wide range of aerial threats, including fighter jets, drones and cruise missiles. It also has a terminal capability against ballistic missiles. Depending on the interceptor used, the system can engage targets at distances of up to 250 kilometers, while its longer-range 40N6 missile is designed to extend that reach to as much as 400 kilometers. Its ballistic missile interception range is considerably shorter, at around 60 kilometers. The system combines several radar types, mobile launchers and a command post to detect, track and engage multiple targets. Its long-range interceptors are intended to threaten not only incoming weapons but also high-value targets operating far from the defended area. The request comes after United States and Israeli strikes repeatedly damaged the upper tier of Irans air defense network, exposing weaknesses in its ability to protect its airspace, nuclear facilities and senior leadership. Acquiring the S-400 would give Tehran a more capable long-range system to replace some of the defenses lost during the attacks. The Telegraph reported that confidential documents showed an Iranian parliamentary security committee had recommended strengthening military relations with Russia and China before the war began in February. The recommendations called for bolstering Irans air defenses, missile capabilities and drone production as part of a broader strategy to withstand U.S. pressure. Russia has discussed supplying the S-400 to Iran for years but has repeatedly stopped short of completing a deal on the advanced system. Military cooperation between Russia and Iran grew significantly over the last few years. However, even if an agreement on the S-400 is reached, a delivery could take years, as the system is extremely complex, and Moscow is already working to fulfill export orders from other countries in addition to its own needs. _______________________________________________________________________________________________________________________ SouthFront: Analysis and Intelligence NOW hosted at southfront.press Previously, SouthFront: Analysis and Intelligence was at southfront.org. The .org domain name had been blocked by the US (NATO) (https://southfront.press/southfront-org-blocked-by-u-s-controlled-global-internet-supervisor/) globally, outlawed and without any explanation Back before that, from 2013 to 2015, SouthFront: Analysis and Intelligence was at southfront.com SOUTHFRONT.PRESS MORE ON THIS TOPIC: U.S. Launches Fresh Strikes on Iran’s Qeshm Island as Trump Escalates Threats Trump Presses Ahead With Iran War Plans Despite Voter Rebuke The post Iran Seeks Major Russian Air Defense Upgrade Through S-400 Deal appeared first on South Front.

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— Kyiv’s Northern Bridge Shut Down After Another Russian Strike (Videos)

 

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File image. Russia damaged Kyiv’s Northern Bridge in a missile and drone strike over the night of November 6 and 7, forcing its closure. Kyiv Mayor Vitali Klitschko said the Northern Bridge, also known as the Pivnichnyi Bridge, on the Dnipro River was directly hit in the Russian strike. The attack damaged the road surface, trolleybus overhead contact lines and a power line. Road and utility workers began repair work as specialists assessed the full extent of the damage. Russia’s Defense Ministry confirmed that the bridge was among the targets struck overnight, saying it was used to transport weapons, military equipment and vehicles for the Ukrainian armed forces. The ministry described the broader attack as a massive strike involving ground-launched precision weapons and long-range attack drones against military-industrial, energy and transport infrastructure in the Ukrainian capital and the surrounding region.  The latest attack follows a series of Russian strikes on Kyiv’s bridges in late September and early October. Russian drones repeatedly hit the Northern and Southern bridges, while other attacks forced the full or partial closure of three of the capital’s six road bridges across the Dnipro. The closures caused severe traffic congestion, as commuters struggled to travel between the city’s eastern and western banks. In some cases, residents abandoned their vehicles and crossed on foot, while city authorities changed public transport routes. The repeated attacks have put additional pressure on Kyiv’s transport network, which relies on a limited number of river crossings to connect residential districts on both banks. Further closures risk worsening congestion, disrupting public transport and making daily travel increasingly difficult for residents.  The latest strike has once again shut down the Northern Bridge, adding another major crossing to the list of infrastructure affected by Russia’s growing campaign against Kyiv’s transport links. _______________________________________________________________________________________________________________________ SouthFront: Analysis and Intelligence NOW hosted at southfront.press Previously, SouthFront: Analysis and Intelligence was at southfront.org. The .org domain name had been blocked by the US (NATO) (https://southfront.press/southfront-org-blocked-by-u-s-controlled-global-internet-supervisor/) globally, outlawed and without any explanation Back before that, from 2013 to 2015, SouthFront: Analysis and Intelligence was at southfront.com SOUTHFRONT.PRESS MORE ON THIS TOPIC: Russia Shows Mi-28NM Helicopter Launching Dan-T Cruise Missile for First Time Zelensky’s Regime Responds to Exposure of Torture Site Near Kyiv With Repression The post Kyiv’s Northern Bridge Shut Down After Another Russian Strike (Videos) appeared first on South Front.

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— Russian Africa Corps Brings New Electronic Warfare Weapon to Mali

 

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Click to see full-size image. (X) A Russian RB-531B Infauna electronic warfare vehicle has been photographed in Mali and linked to Russias Africa Corps, marking the deployment of a specialized system built to protect military convoys from roadside bombs and disrupt enemy communications. The photograph first surfaced online on October 3. It shows the eight-wheeled armored vehicle carried on a low-loader in a road convoy. Russias Sozvezdie concern developed the RB-531B, a mobile electronic warfare and signals intelligence system, between 2005 and 2009. The first production vehicles entered service with the Russian Airborne Forces in 2012. Built on the K1Sh1 wheeled chassis derived from the BTR-80, the system is designed to detect and jam radio communications, particularly VHF signals, and to disrupt the frequencies used to detonate improvised explosive devices remotely. The equipment can operate while moving with a convoy or while stationary. The vehicle also carries laser-warning sensors linked to smoke grenade launchers, which let it deploy concealment screens when it detects laser targeting. These features make the Infauna well suited to protecting supply convoys and military columns on routes vulnerable to ambushes and roadside bombs. The reported appearance of the Infauna comes as Russia continues to broaden the range of equipment available to its Africa Corps units. The units operate under the Defense Ministrys command after Moscow restructured its military presence in the Sahel. Malian forces backed by the Africa Corps have gained ground against insurgent groups in recent months, including the recapture of the northern stronghold of Kidal in October. _______________________________________________________________________________________________________________________ SouthFront: Analysis and Intelligence NOW hosted at southfront.press Previously, SouthFront: Analysis and Intelligence was at southfront.org. The .org domain name had been blocked by the US (NATO) (https://southfront.press/southfront-org-blocked-by-u-s-controlled-global-internet-supervisor/) globally, outlawed and without any explanation Back before that, from 2013 to 2015, SouthFront: Analysis and Intelligence was at southfront.com SOUTHFRONT.PRESS MORE ON THIS TOPIC: Africa Corps Footage Sheds Light on Su-24 Operations in Mali Malian Forces Retake Strategic Intahaka Gold Mine (Videos) The post Russian Africa Corps Brings New Electronic Warfare Weapon to Mali appeared first on South Front.

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— Russia Shows Mi-28NM Helicopter Launching Dan-T Cruise Missile for First Time

 

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Click to see full-size image. (Rostec) Russia’s Defense Ministry has released the first video footage of a Mi-28NM attack helicopter launching a Dan-T cruise missile, demonstrating a new strike capability that could allow its attack helicopters to engage targets hundreds of kilometers away from the front lines in Ukraine. The footage, published on November 6, shows the Mi-28NM, also known as the Night Hunter, taking off with two Dan-T munitions mounted on its external pylons. One missile is released during the flight, while the helicopter later returns to its base with the second still attached. The ministry said the crew had been given coordinates of Ukrainian troop positions and a drone control post in the area of responsibility of Russia’s West Group of Forces.  The Dan-T is a compact, jet-powered weapon that Russia classifies as a loitering munition but that is also described as a small cruise missile. According to specifications presented by Russia’s state arms exporter Rosoboronexport at an arms exhibition in Egypt in September, the weapon has a maximum range of 450 kilometers, a top speed of 500 kilometers per hour and a warhead weighing up to 130 kilograms. Its total launch weight is listed at 268 kilograms. The missile is closely related to the S8000 Banderol, another Russian-developed cruise missile that has been used in Ukraine. Although Russian media identified the weapon in the new footage as Dan-T, the two designs are visually similar, and the footage does not independently establish which variant was launched. Integrating such weapons with the Mi-28NM has significantly expanded the helicopter’s strike capabilities. The platform has traditionally relied on shorter-range guided missiles, including the Kh-38 and LMUR. The reported range of the Dan-T would allow crews to launch strikes from substantially greater distances, potentially remaining well behind the front lines and reducing their exposure to Ukrainian air defenses. The development also reflects Russia’s broader effort to expand the number of platforms capable of deploying relatively inexpensive, long-range precision weapons, including attack helicopters and combat, rather than relying exclusively on conventional combat aviation and dedicated missile carriers. _______________________________________________________________________________________________________________________ SouthFront: Analysis and Intelligence NOW hosted at southfront.press Previously, SouthFront: Analysis and Intelligence was at southfront.org. The .org domain name had been blocked by the US (NATO) (https://southfront.press/southfront-org-blocked-by-u-s-controlled-global-internet-supervisor/) globally, outlawed and without any explanation Back before that, from 2013 to 2015, SouthFront: Analysis and Intelligence was at southfront.com SOUTHFRONT.PRESS MORE ON THIS TOPIC: Zelensky’s Regime Responds to Exposure of Torture Site Near Kyiv With Repression Rostec Develops Mobile Version of Citadel Anti-Drone System (Photos) The post Russia Shows Mi-28NM Helicopter Launching Dan-T Cruise Missile for First Time appeared first on South Front.

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— U.S. Launches Fresh Strikes on Iran’s Qeshm Island as Trump Escalates Threats

 

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Illustrative image. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Haley Stevens) United States forces struck Iranian air defense systems on Qeshm Island in the Strait of Hormuz on the night of November 6 and 7, President Donald Trump confirmed, as Washington continued military pressure on Tehran while signaling that negotiations between the two sides were making progress. Trump described the operation as a minor strike targeting an Iranian air defense system, which he said U.S. forces had destroyed within minutes. Iranian state media reported two missile strikes in the Suza area of Qeshm Island shortly before Trumps remarks. The state broadcaster IRIB also cited an Iranian Army statement saying air defense forces had intercepted and destroyed an American MQ-9 drone over the island. Click to see full-size image. (X)  Speaking to reporters in Florida, Trump said his administration was in contact with Iranian representatives and insisted that Tehran wanted an agreement. Weve made a lot of progress with Iran, he said, without providing details about the discussions. Qatar pushed back on November 7 against reports that negotiations had collapsed, with Foreign Ministry spokesman Majed al-Ansari warning that spreading such claims served only those seeking to prolong the war and destabilize the region. Qatari Prime Minister Sheikh Mohammed bin Abdulrahman Al Thani said mediation efforts remained active, describing cooperation with U.S. officials aimed at containing the crisis and preventing a wider regional escalation. He also credited contacts in Tehran with helping prevent the situation from spiraling out of control. The strikes mark the first reported U.S. attacks on Iran since the November 3 midterm elections, in which Trumps Republican Party suffered significant losses. Trump has blamed the outcome partly on the war, while alternating between suggesting a diplomatic settlement is close and threatening further military action. On November 6, he warned that the United States might have to destroy the rest of Iran, adding that the country would know soon enough whether he intended to carry out the threat. U.S. military forces, including thousands of personnel deployed across the Middle East and aboard more than a dozen ships, remain positioned to resume larger-scale operations, The New York Times reported, citing unnamed Pentagon officials and military commanders. Despite all recent reports on the negotiations, it is highly unlikely that the U.S. and Iran will reach any agreement. In fact, similar reports of progress preceded military escalation in the past. The latest strikes are another sign that a new confrontation is about to break out. _______________________________________________________________________________________________________________________ SouthFront: Analysis and Intelligence NOW hosted at southfront.press Previously, SouthFront: Analysis and Intelligence was at southfront.org. The .org domain name had been blocked by the US (NATO) (https://southfront.press/southfront-org-blocked-by-u-s-controlled-global-internet-supervisor/) globally, outlawed and without any explanation Back before that, from 2013 to 2015, SouthFront: Analysis and Intelligence was at southfront.com SOUTHFRONT.PRESS MORE ON THIS TOPIC: Iran Threatens Gulf’s Digital Lifelines as Ships Circle Cables Trump Presses Ahead With Iran War Plans Despite Voter Rebuke The post U.S. Launches Fresh Strikes on Iran’s Qeshm Island as Trump Escalates Threats appeared first on South Front.

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— Trump Presses Ahead With Iran War Plans Despite Voter Rebuke

 

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File image. United States President Donald Trump is still considering renewed large-scale military strikes against Iran despite a sweeping Republican defeat in the midterm elections, Axios reported on November 6. Trump met with his top national security advisers a day earlier for the first discussion on Iran since the elections, two U.S. officials told Axios. The meeting took place during the presidents weekly intelligence briefing, with Trump weighing three possible courses of action: launching another wave of strikes, continuing the naval blockade and economic pressure campaign, or reaching a diplomatic agreement that would require significant American concessions. Speaking to reporters in the Oval Office after the meeting, Trump said a decision on whether to resume attacks would come soon. Now we will make a decision, he said, adding that he would prefer not to destroy more of Iran but might have to do so. The preparations underscore that Trumps electoral setback has not prompted him to abandon his military objectives in Iran. Democrats secured control of both the House of Representatives and the Senate in the midterm elections, delivering a historic rebuke to the president and his administration. The conflict with Iran, rising fuel prices and the broader economic consequences of the war were among the major factors behind the Republican losses. Vice President JD Vance openly blamed the war for the partys defeat, writing on November 4 that the reason we lost is the war. He also questioned whether the cost of the conflict had been justified by the loss of the Senate. Trump subsequently described Vances assessment as largely true, acknowledging that the war had driven up gasoline prices. Nevertheless, the president made clear that the political consequences had not changed his position on the military campaign. Claiming that the U.S. had no choice but to confront the Islamic Republic, Trump told reporters: You cant let Iran have a nuclear weapon. Asked when he intended to end the conflict, he replied: Whenever I wanted to. But its got to be done right, because they cant have a nuclear weapon. Axios reported that Trump had previously leaned toward resuming military operations, despite opposition from several senior advisers, including Vance, who have urged him to pursue a diplomatic settlement. Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu has advocated renewed attacks, arguing that Tehran cannot be trusted to honor an agreement. At the same time, Qatari mediators are working to secure U.S. and Iranian support for a proposed agreement intended to prevent a return to fighting and potentially restart direct negotiations. The proposal would involve Washington lifting its naval blockade and releasing some frozen Iranian funds in exchange for Iranian concessions, including allowing international inspectors to visit bombed nuclear sites and reopening the Strait of Hormuz. Trumps decision remains pending. U.S. Central Command is finalizing preparations for a possible return to major combat operations but has not received a new order from Washington. The arrival of an additional U.S. Navy carrier strike group in the Middle East could further strengthen the military options available to the U.S. president. _______________________________________________________________________________________________________________________ SouthFront: Analysis and Intelligence NOW hosted at southfront.press Previously, SouthFront: Analysis and Intelligence was at southfront.org. The .org domain name had been blocked by the US (NATO) (https://southfront.press/southfront-org-blocked-by-u-s-controlled-global-internet-supervisor/) globally, outlawed and without any explanation Back before that, from 2013 to 2015, SouthFront: Analysis and Intelligence was at southfront.com SOUTHFRONT.PRESS MORE ON THIS TOPIC: Iran Threatens Gulf’s Digital Lifelines as Ships Circle Cables Russia Agreed to Supply Iran With 90 Launchers for LMUR Guided Missiles The post Trump Presses Ahead With Iran War Plans Despite Voter Rebuke appeared first on South Front.

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— Kahbub Mountains Fall as Houthis Overrun Saudi-Backed Forces (Video)

 

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File image. Yemen’s Houthis (Ansar Allah) said on November 6 that their forces had captured the entire Kahbub mountain range east of the Bab al-Mandab Strait following a large-scale offensive against Saudi-backed forces, releasing footage documenting the assault. The video, distributed by Houthi military media, shows fighters advancing into positions along the strategic mountain chain and engaging opposing troops at close range. It also shows anti-tank guided missiles (ATGMs) striking military vehicles, including one carrying fighters and another apparently attempting to evacuate casualties. Houthi military media said the targeted forces were led by Saudi officer Badr al-Harbi. It claimed that Houthi fighters overran multiple positions, captured weapons and military vehicles, and detained surviving personnel. The footage also documents attacks on retreating formations, with ATGMs striking several armored vehicles and troop carriers.  The Houthis said their forces destroyed or disabled dozens of vehicles and seized others carrying large quantities of weapons. They further claimed that several brigades had been driven from their positions across the mountain range. Saudi-backed forces were shown withdrawing under the cover of intense strikes. Houthi military media said some of the strikes hit vehicles belonging to the retreating formations, portraying the withdrawal as evidence of confusion among the defending forces. The Houthis said their fighters had secured the entire mountain chain and warned that Saudi-backed forces would face similar attacks on other fronts. The reported capture of the Kahbub mountain range would extend Houthi control over positions in the strategically important area east of Bab al-Mandab, a key maritime passage linking the Red Sea and the Gulf of Aden. _______________________________________________________________________________________________________________________ SouthFront: Analysis and Intelligence NOW hosted at southfront.press Previously, SouthFront: Analysis and Intelligence was at southfront.org. The .org domain name had been blocked by the US (NATO) (https://southfront.press/southfront-org-blocked-by-u-s-controlled-global-internet-supervisor/) globally, outlawed and without any explanation Back before that, from 2013 to 2015, SouthFront: Analysis and Intelligence was at southfront.com SOUTHFRONT.PRESS MORE ON THIS TOPIC: Syria Steps Into Yemen’s Conflict, Risking Houthi Retaliation Market Massacre Exposes Saudi Failure to Halt Houthi Advances (Videos) The post Kahbub Mountains Fall as Houthis Overrun Saudi-Backed Forces (Video) appeared first on South Front.

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— Houthi Advance Toward Aden Deepens Pressure On Saudi Arabia

 

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On November 2, Houthi forces captured al-Maqatirah district in Lahij province, a mountainous area overlooking the main road linking Aden with Taiz. Fighting continued near Tur al-Bahah, one of the approaches to Aden, as Saudi-backed forces were pushed back toward the district. The advance also threatened a key route serving Taiz, which has been encircled since early October. On the same day, the group also announced that its forces had repelled another offensive by Saudi-backed troops toward the Bab al-Mandab Strait. The group said the advance attempt was commanded by Saudi officer Badr al-Harbi and resulted in heavy losses for the attacking forces. On November 3, the Houthis announced a drone attack on Abha International Airport and a ballistic missile strike against Khamis Mushait Air Base, both in southwestern Saudi Arabia. The group said the airport attack disrupted air traffic and that the missile hit the base. The next day, November 4, it claimed a ballistic missile attack on King Khalid International Airport in Riyadh, saying the strike caused significant damage. Fighting inside Yemen also intensified. On November 4, a Houthi missile strike hit a military training camp in Qatabah district in al-Dhalea province, killing and wounding newly recruited government fighters. Reported casualty figures varied, with accounts putting the death toll at 13 or 14 and dozens more wounded. The Houthis also said they fired six ballistic missiles at troop concentrations east of al-Jawf operating under Saudi officer Fares al-Shammari, claiming direct hits and casualties. On November 5, the Houthis separately claimed a drone attack on King Fahd International Airport in Dammam, saying it disrupted air traffic. The Saudi-led coalition also said it intercepted a ballistic missile launched toward the Medina region. The Houthis denied targeting the city, saying their operations were directed only at Saudi oil facilities and military bases. The latest advances underscore the Houthis’ battlefield dominance and growing leverage over Saudi Arabia. That leverage is reflected in reports that the group has demanded $51 billion in compensation from Riyadh to end the war. ______________________________________________________________________________________________________________________ DEAR FRIENDS. IF YOU LIKE THIS TYPE OF CONTENT, SUPPORT SOUTHFRONT WORK: MONERO (XMR): 86yfEHs6pkoDEKCxc6MAnQX8cVHmzhYxMVrNuwKgNmqpWK8dDxjgGnK8PtUNJMACbn6xEGxmRauNTHJhUJpg9Mwz8htBBND BITCOIN (BTC): bc1qgu58lfszcpqu6fd8l98m378wgzugyg9y93lcym BITCOIN CASH (BCH): qr28d80s5juzv2793k5jrq59xrl5fxd8qg9h3zlkk2 PAYPAL, WESTERN UNION etc: write to info@southfront.press , southfront@list.ru If you face any problems sending funds to the addresses given above, please contact us: info@southfront.press and southfront@list.ru. 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— Syria Steps Into Yemen’s Conflict, Risking Houthi Retaliation

 

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Illustrative image. Syria has sent dozens of military personnel to Saudi Arabia to provide military advice and training as the kingdom faces renewed attacks by the Houthis (Ansar Allah) in Yemen, Reuters reported on November 6, citing Syrian military sources and a senior United States official. The Syrian personnel are involved in advisory and training missions aimed at improving the combat effectiveness of Saudi and Yemeni forces operating inside the kingdom, the U.S. official told Reuters. Meanwhile, two Syrian military sources with direct knowledge of the matter said dozens of military personnel had traveled to Saudi Arabia in recent weeks. They added that the personnels mandate could extend beyond training and advisory work. The reported deployment comes amid growing military cooperation between Riyadh and Damascus. The two countries signed a defense cooperation agreement on November 4 during a visit to Riyadh by Syrian President Ahmed al-Sharaa, who met Saudi Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman. The agreement includes advisory support, training and the exchange of military expertise, according to a senior Syrian diplomat. A senior Saudi official confirmed that joint training exercises were underway, with additional exercises planned in the security and defense fields. The official said cooperation with Syria was primarily intended to help restructure the Syrian armed forces, but added that Syrian partners could also share their battlefield experience in fighting armed groups. The Syrian diplomat, however, pushed back against suggestions that Damascus had already committed forces to the conflict, saying that any suggestion of military deployments at this stage is premature. The also diplomat stressed that Syria remained focused on internal security, border protection and reconstruction. Washington has urged Damascus to proceed cautiously, a senior U.S. official told Reuters, warning that a Syrian deployment to support Saudi operations in Yemen could embroil Syria in the wider regional conflict. Syria has so far avoided direct involvement in the war. The cooperation marks a further shift in regional alignments since the overthrow of former Syrian President Bashar al-Assad in 2024. The new Syrian military is largely composed of former rebel fighters who spent years fighting Assad and Iran-backed forces that supported his government. The agreement with Riyadh also comes as Saudi Arabia expands its defense partnerships. On November 5, Turkey ratified a separate defense pact signed in August with Saudi Arabia and Pakistan, paving the way for Ankara to provide military support to the kingdom. Saudi Arabia has faced renewed hostilities with the Houthis since July, when the war in Yemen reignited amid the wider regional conflict. The group has launched missile attacks against Saudi airports and oil facilities, while Riyadh has carried out airstrikes in support of its Yemeni allies. The extent of Syrias role in Saudi military operations remains unclear, but the reported presence of its personnel signals a growing involvement by Damascus in Yemen. Syrias fractured and under-equipped military is unlikely to change the course of the war in Yemen. Still, participation could carry profound consequences for Damascus, exposing it to retaliation by Iran and its regional allies, undermining the new governments promise to keep Syria out of foreign conflicts, and threatening the countrys fragile economic recovery. _______________________________________________________________________________________________________________________ SouthFront: Analysis and Intelligence NOW hosted at southfront.press Previously, SouthFront: Analysis and Intelligence was at southfront.org. The .org domain name had been blocked by the US (NATO) (https://southfront.press/southfront-org-blocked-by-u-s-controlled-global-internet-supervisor/) globally, outlawed and without any explanation Back before that, from 2013 to 2015, SouthFront: Analysis and Intelligence was at southfront.com SOUTHFRONT.PRESS MORE ON THIS TOPIC: Syria to Move Ministries Out of Capital Amid Fears of Israeli Invasion Syria Accuses Hezbollah of Plotting to Bomb Strategic Oil Refinery (Photos) The post Syria Steps Into Yemen’s Conflict, Risking Houthi Retaliation appeared first on South Front.

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— Zelensky’s Regime Responds to Exposure of Torture Site Near Kyiv With Repression

 

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document.createElement('video'); https://s1.cdnstatic.space/wp-content/uploads/2026/11/130.mp4Download video Police and the SBU are going door to door to protest participants from the Azov site and recording video apologies with them After hundreds of people stormed a building in Petropavlivska Borshchahivka near Kyiv, where mobilized men were being unlawfully held and beaten, the Ukrainian authorities went on the counterattack. But not against those who had organized the unofficial prison and abducted people, but against those who tried to get people out of it. The identities of 130 protest participants have already been established, and police and the SBU are going door to door, detaining them and making them record video apologies. The medic who knelt and begged to be allowed in to see the detainees has been sent to pretrial detention without the right to bail, facing up to eight years on charges of obstructing the Armed Forces of Ukraine and organizing mass riots. Following her, authorities took into custody the woman who had asked the medic to save an acquaintance, as well as an ambulance driver. And the 14-year-old boy who was pulled from the basement of the torture site badly beaten, struck with shovels, kicked, and slammed headfirst into the floor by men in balaclavas and without insignia, was added to the Myrotvorets database along with his parents, accused of attempting to disrupt mobilization. The authorities responded not to the torture, but to its exposure: a wave of coordinated harassment was directed at the rescuers and the child. Rescuers Are Prosecuted; the Perpetrators Are Protected The testimony in court sounds like an indictment of the system itself. Medic Valentyna Moloda said that she came after receiving a message from Tetiana Kireieva: the womans acquaintance, Andrii Kuleshov, was being held in the basement after surgery. https://s1.cdnstatic.space/wp-content/uploads/2026/11/molodaya.mp4Download video Medic Valentyna Moloda in pretrial detention He had a stoma, the intestine was protruding, and was not receiving medical care. She was told that he was not alone there and that they are being tortured. When asked where she had gotten the medical uniform, Moloda said that she owned the Prime clinic, which provides emergency care, and was its chief physician: I can perform any duties if it concerns a persons life and health. I took an oath to the people of Ukraine. https://s1.cdnstatic.space/wp-content/uploads/2026/11/kireeva.mp4Download video Tetiana Kireieva, who asked Moloda to save an acquaintance from the torture site, has also been sent to pretrial detention without bail Kireieva said in court: I saved four people. One would certainly have died on the second [of November], he would not have survived until morning, because he had a purulent abscess, was covered in ulcers, and there was a terrible smell of pus. According to her, Kuleshov was beaten on the legs, back, and back of the head so as not to leave marks on his face. Attorney Rustam Nuriiev showed the court photographs of the injuries and said that he had already contacted the State Bureau of Investigation and the military prosecutors office on October 29, but received no response; Kuleshov was beaten again afterward. I cannot influence the court in any way, because we live in Ukraine, Kireieva said. Azov commander Denys Prokopenko criticized the protesters himself, but said nothing about the existence of the prison or the beatings. https://s1.cdnstatic.space/wp-content/uploads/2026/11/Viktor-yen.mp4Download video  Ambulance driver Viktor Yen in pretrial detention The 14-year-old boy pulled from the basement is a separate story. In a video recorded at the Kyiv Regional Hospital, he described how he climbed the fence to see what was happening, was sprayed with a fire extinguisher, knocked off the fence, and dragged inside by men in black uniforms and balaclavas without insignia: The farther they carried me, the more people started beating me. About ten people… With shovels, feet, and fists. On the second floor, they slammed his head into the floor, cut his clothes with knives, and filmed it. Then there was suddenly a commotion; a woman came in, covered him with her body, and stopped the beating. Soon afterward, Budanov entered, though the boy could not even make out his face because of the blows. He did not retract his statement: I came to the rally on my own. I was simply knocked off the fence with a shovel, and they started beating me. https://s1.cdnstatic.space/wp-content/uploads/2026/11/pekur.mp4Download video https://s1.cdnstatic.space/wp-content/uploads/2026/11/pekur2.mp4Download video The authorities response turned everything upside down: the teenager was added to the Myrotvorets database, as were his parents, and he was accused of attempting to disrupt mobilization measures and attacking service members. He and his parents will apparently be spoken to so that he changes his story or falls silent. Another detail has emerged that explains a great deal. The house in Petropavlivska Borshchahivka where Azov held people belongs to the nationalized Sense Bank, the same bank around which several other stories are unfolding. The Mindich recordings discussed establishing the Office of the Presidents control over Sense Bank; according to NABU, the bank may have been used to launder funds used to post large bail for defendants in corruption cases. At the same time, NABU has filed suspicion notices against five defendants in the second part of the Carthage case, including senior SBU and National Police officers who, according to the investigation, protected a criminal gang and used the Safe City system to help it track victims online for contract beatings. https://s1.cdnstatic.space/wp-content/uploads/2026/11/kriminal.mp4Download video https://s1.cdnstatic.space/wp-content/uploads/2026/11/kriminal2.mp4Download video The perpetrators beat people half to death, while law enforcement officials diverted the investigation and reported on its progress. The same logic as in Borshchahivka: while some people beat and detain others, others provide cover. Case Closed: How the Authorities Explained It All Themselves Starting Tuesday, the authorities launched a campaign to neutralize the negative fallout. Comments from officials at the Ministry of Internal Affairs and the National Guard boil down to two claims. First, there were no tortures or beatings at the facility. It was simply a temporary deployment point for Azov, an ordinary military unit where people waited to be sent to combat units, and four service members did need medical care and had long been scheduled to be transferred to a hospital. Second, the action was organized by Valentyna Moloda, the head of a private clinic and an activist, in order to free an AWOL soldier being held at the facility. For that purpose, she allegedly staged a show, spreading false information about beatings and inciting people to storm the building. At the same time, outlets and accounts close to the authorities and the military are pushing two narratives on social media: that Moloda and the others were acting in Russias interests, or that they tried to get the AWOL soldier out for money, or through personal connections, acting as his support group. It is true that the State Bureau of Investigation is still looking into possible abuses by Azov service members. But the campaign by officials, media outlets, and social media accounts is also aimed at preventing suspicion notices from being filed against the military. The message is clear: the case is settled, there was no crime there and never has been, everything else is fabrication and provocation, and the matter is closed. But questions remain. Based on the statements made in court by Moloda and Kireieva, they did in fact organize the action to secure the release of Service Member Kuleshov. Moloda took two approaches: she arranged an ambulance from her private clinic and launched a social media campaign to draw attention. In other words, this is a familiar story for our time: service members who have been abused are defended by friends and relatives who, after law enforcement fails to respond, begin speaking about the situation on social media and to journalists. Moreover, the official version does not mean that no violence or unlawful actions took place against the service members there. The hospitalized soldiers clearly show signs of beatings. The authorities have been vague about why they were hospitalized, and neither the National Guard nor the Ministry of Internal Affairs has commented on the attorneys statement to the State Bureau of Investigation about the beatings, filed before the protest. Where This Is Heading How the scandal develops could matter for many processes in the country. The so-called war party has long criticized the authorities for what it sees as an overly soft policy toward draft dodgers and AWOL soldiers, demanding harsher punishment and a more aggressive mobilization effort: cutting deferments and exemptions and lowering the conscription age. The scandal surrounding the Azov facility and the campaign against the protesters could be used by this party to advance its agenda and push the authorities toward harsher measures, both in how mobilization is carried out and in how it treats those protesting busification and other excesses of military policy. But whatever the war party may be preparing, what happened in Borshchahivka confirms the main point: public anger over violence against mobilized men has built up to the point where the slightest pretext can set off an explosion. But an explosion does not break the system. Ukraine has become a country where the authorities protect criminals, maintain a network of torture sites across the country, and profit from it. Mobilized men are sold, ransoms are divided up, and dissenters are jailed. All of it has been declared the norm.   The post Zelenskys Regime Responds to Exposure of Torture Site Near Kyiv With Repression appeared first on South Front.

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