Month: May 2023

Russian Military Movements and Geopolitical Implications

Posted by Kyiv Center for Defense Policy | May 21, 2023 | War |

Ukrainian sources report forces are concentrating limited and understrength troops in the Sumy region, aiming to draw Ukrainian forces to the border. Meanwhile, Russia expresses condolences over the deaths of Iranian officials and makes military leadership changes.

Russian Forces Shift Focus: Avdiivka Slows, Bakhmut Intensifies

Posted by Kyiv Center for Defense Policy | May 1, 2023 | War |

On April 30, Russian forces made no confirmed advances in Avdiivka, shifting focus to increased attacks in the Bakhmut-Chasiv Yar area, repelled by the Ukrainian Armed Forces. Tensions escalated between Russia and Tajikistan over migrant treatment.