Ukraine's battlefield has become a testing ground for a new era of warfare. Along the vast frontline, soldiers spend months hidden in small foxholes while surveillance and attack drones patrol the skies overhead. Traditional troop movements have become nearly impossible as both Ukraine and Russia rely on FPV drones, real-time surveillance and precision strikes. This ground report explores how drone technology has transformed the battlefield into a deadly "kill zone" where even the smallest movement can prove fatal.


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Russia-Ukraine war: Drones make any moment lethal in 30 km narrow strip

Russia-Ukraine war: Soldiers in foxholes fight drone assaults | Ground report from Ukraine front line

Russian attacks intensified overnight as glide bombs struck the Zaporizhzhia region, killing at least three people, according to Ukrainian officials. Separately, Russia's largest online retailer was reportedly hit in a drone strike, underscoring the widening impact of the ongoing conflict on civilian infrastructure and commerce.

Kyiv: Russian glide bombs killed three in Zaporizhzhia

Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy dismissed army commander-in-chief Oleksandr Syrskyi and appointed Mykhailo Drapatyi as the new military leader. This decision was made to quell massive public protests that erupted after the abrupt sacking of reformist Defense Minister Mykhailo Fedorov.


Ukraine: Zelensky's military shake-up sparks row

The Guinea-Bissau-flagged bulk carrier MV Golden Leo was carrying 17 crew members when it came under a devastating missile attack while departing Ukraine's Odesa port. The strike resulted in multiple casualties, including the tragic deaths of four Indian sailors, leaving international authorities and New Delhi to strongly condemn the targeting of commercial shipping in the Black Sea.

Odesa Port Ship attack: Four Indians killed in Odesa Port Ship attack

For a third straight day, thousands gathered in Kyiv demanding Zelensky reinstate ousted Defense Minister Mykhailo Fedorov and dismiss Commander-in-Chief Oleksandr Syrskyi. Fedorov, credited with modernizing Ukraine's drone warfare, was dismissed July 15 after clashing with Syrskyi over reform and troop losses.


Fedorov protests: Volodymyr Zelensky defends his decision on cabinet reshuffle 

Russia launched another intense overnight missile strike on Kyiv after Ukraine carried out one of its deadliest long-range drone attacks inside Russian territory. Powerful explosions rocked the Ukrainian capital as residential buildings, shopping complexes, and civilian infrastructure were damaged. Ukrainian officials reported multiple missile impacts, while Russia claimed Ukraine targeted logistics hubs, warehouses, and oil infrastructure near Moscow. The latest escalation highlights the growing intensity of the Russia-Ukraine war as both sides expand attacks deep into each other's territory.


Russia-Ukraine war: Moscow pounds Kyiv with deadly overnight ballistic missiles

Fedorov protests: Kyiv demands Zelensky reverse defense minister's ouster

Ukraine says at least 2 killed in overnight Russian missile attack; Kyiv attacks Russian oil sites

Russia-Ukraine war: Kyiv faces major overnight missile barrage

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The Ukraine-Russia war has entered another tense phase as both sides continue launching fresh strikes against military, energy, and infrastructure targets. Ukraine says it targeted Russian military and energy facilities, including oil infrastructure and naval assets, while Moscow reported continued attacks on Ukrainian cities, ports, and defense facilities. In Kyiv, thousands of protesters gathered for a second consecutive day demanding the reinstatement of former Defense Minister Mykhailo Fedorov, raising concerns over changes in Ukraine's military leadership. Meanwhile, casualties were reported in attacks across Ukraine and Russia, with both sides accusing each other of targeting civilian areas. Russia says its operations focused on military facilities, while Ukraine says its strikes aim to disrupt Russian supply lines and logistics.


Russia-Ukraine war: Kremlin claims more than 370 drones target Moscow region overnight

Russia-Ukraine war: Kyiv claims major drone operation against Russian naval fleet 

The political landscape in Kyiv erupted in chaos as Zelensky faces an unprecedented leadership crisis. Thousands of furious citizens flooded the streets for a second straight day after the sudden sacking of Defence Minister Mykhailo Federov.

Sleaze charge stains Zelensky: 'They chose corruption over victory' says ousted Defence minister

Protests across Ukraine have extended into a second day as citizens continue to voice their outrage over the sudden dismissal of Defense Minister Mykhailo Fedorov. What began as a spontaneous outcry in Kyiv on July 16 has grown into a widespread movement, with rallies reported in Lviv, Kharkiv, Lutsk, Mykolaiv, and other major cities.


Ukraine Protests: Second day of protests, people take to streets in Kyiv & other cities

Ukraine has been thrown into complete political chaos. Just hours after Russia launched a massive attack of 13 missiles and 151 drones on Kyiv, President Volodymyr Zelensky fired his highly popular Defence Minister Mykhailo Fedorov and the Prime Minister. Fedorov is seen as the brilliant mind behind Ukraine's successful drone program.
His aggressive audits uncovered $6.7 billion in overspending and kickback networks, and his move to open competitive tenders saved over $100 million on artillery.
But now it seems this created powerful enemies. Watch how this shock firing has sparked massive, rare wartime protests in Kyiv as citizens accuse the presidency of lack of transparency and protecting corrupt networks.

Jealous Zelensky punishes successful defence minister, people livid at alleged corruption

The Russia-Ukraine war has entered a dangerous new phase at sea, with both sides launching strikes on vessels, ports and military infrastructure across the Black Sea and the Sea of Azov. Ukraine says it has intensified attacks on Russia's "shadow fleet" to disrupt Moscow's wartime logistics, while Russia has responded with missile and drone strikes on Ukrainian ports and energy sites. The escalating naval battle has already pushed global wheat prices higher, raising fresh concerns over grain exports and maritime security.


Russia-Ukraine war: Black Sea turns into a war zone as grain routes come under fire

Who is Sergii Koretskyi? Meet Ukraine's new Prime Minister, the former Naftogaz chief and energy executive chosen by President Volodymyr Zelensky to lead the country through wartime and winter.

Who is Sergii Koretskyi? Engineer and energy executive appointed Ukraine's new Prime Minister

Ukraine has reportedly received EU approval to use part of a defence loan to purchase Chinese drone components, highlighting Europe's dependence on China's supply chain.

Ukraine gets EU approval to purchase Chinese drone parts under €6 billion defence fund

The war in Ukraine has taken a terrifying turn. Watch how Russia is using the massive, three-tonne FAB-3000 glide bomb to flatten entire frontline positions from miles away. UN's announcement that the past month was the deadliest for civilians in four years, Kyiv’s daring drone strikes against oil refineries deep inside Russia, and the emergency creation of a nine-nation European ballistic missile defence coalition. Watch the latest from the battlefield in this story.


Putin's cheap new shock glide-bomb: FAB-3000 unleashes havoc on Ukraine

Russia launched one of its latest large-scale attacks on Ukraine, firing 135 drones and 10 missiles as the war entered a new phase of escalation. Russian President Vladimir Putin warned Kyiv that Moscow would respond "in kind" to Ukrainian actions. Meanwhile, Ukraine's allies pledged additional air-defence support, while Kyiv agreed a roadmap to acquire 16 Rafale fighter jets and advanced SAMP/T NG air-defence systems. The first Rafales are expected to enter service by 2028-2029.

Russia-Ukraine war: Ukraine to acquire 16 Rafale aircraft & SAMP/T NG air defence systems

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Fedorov protests: Kyiv demands Zelensky reverse defense minister's ouster

Ukraine says at least 2 killed in overnight Russian missile attack; Kyiv attacks Russian oil sites

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Russia-Ukraine war: Kremlin claims more than 370 drones target Moscow region overnight

Russia-Ukraine war: Kremlin claims more than 370 drones target Moscow region overnight

Russia-Ukraine war: Kyiv claims major drone operation against Russian naval fleet

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Russia-Ukraine war: Ukraine to acquire 16 Rafale aircraft & SAMP/T NG air defence systems