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Russia-Ukraine Flash Report 21 DEC 2022 13:45 PST - Battle for Bakhmut Has Culminated
It is quiet on the Soledar-Bakhmut axis today, and Russian forces have been pushed out of the city and Opytne. We don't know the status of the very eastern sliver of Bakhmut, close to the M-03 (E-40) Highway. There are reports we can't verify that Ukraine has cleared the city to the M-03 (E-40) Highway. There is no sound of small arms fire anywhere in the city, and Ukrainian troops appear very relaxed.
We had noted that the intensity of fighting was slowing 72 hours ago, after peaking o...
2022-12-21 22:23:54 +0000 UTC View PostRussia-Ukraine SITREP for 20 DEC 2022 23:59* - Russia is Combat Ineffective and Cracks are Forming
Today's report is 62 pages.
What's the big story? Where to begin? A lot happened in the last 24 hours. The biggest story is the Armed Forces of Ukraine gained territory in Luhansk and southwest Donetsk while holding the line in Bakhmut - Russia's offensive operations are not going to plan unless the plan is called Operation Epic Fail.
The second story? Zelenskyy goes to Bakhmut, then leaves for Washington D.C., Prigozhin is jilted in Popasna, Putin preten...
2022-12-21 13:41:28 +0000 UTC View PostThe Future of Malcontent News in 2023
In September, we committed to investigating other platforms that manage subscription services after negative aspects of Patreon came to light and the continued inaction of the platform to do better. We, more realistically I, also recognized that we were experiencing a lot of growing pains and were forced to metaphorically circle the wagons around war coverage while increasingly ignoring other news stories and several platforms. I’m happy to announce that many of these issues are being addre...
2022-12-21 02:42:21 +0000 UTC View PostRussia-Ukraine SITREP for 19 DEC 2022 23:59* - Ukraine Gains
Today's report is 41 pages.
What's the big story? We have confirmation that the territory we believed was liberated west of Horlivka weeks ago - is.
The second story? Video evidence confirms PMC Wagner Group has been pushed to the southern and eastern edges of Opytne.
The other story? The announcement of a lot of positive changes is tomorrow. We have the details ironed out.
The Malcontent News Russia Ukraine War Podcast for yesterday is ...
2022-12-20 10:35:18 +0000 UTC View PostRussia-Ukraine SITREP for 18 DEC 2022 23:59* - Attack of the Drones
Today's report is 51 pages.
What's the big story? Russia launched 38 kamikaze drones across Ukraine as terror attacks continue.
The second story? No, Russia has not taken the initiative with a growing chorus of voices supporting our assessment that the Russian army remains combat ineffective.
Editor's Note: Today's War Crime and Human Rights section contains information about sex assault and vi...
2022-12-19 12:20:51 +0000 UTC View PostRussia-Ukraine SITREP for 17 DEC 2022 23:59* - Another Massive Missile Attack
Today's report is 46 pages.
What's the big story? Rasputitsa is the big story and it ground military operations to an almost complete standstill across Ukraine.
The second story? The fighting around Bakhmut remains mixed with Russian forces making marginal gains in the north and Ukrainian forces appearing to be building momentum in the south.
Editor's Note: Today's War Crime and Human Rights section contains information...
2022-12-18 09:52:17 +0000 UTC View PostRussia-Ukraine SITREP for 16 DEC 2022 23:59* - Another Massive Missile Attack
Today's report is 49 pages.
What's the big story? 76 cruise missiles, 78 to 80 launched, plus 27 S-300 antiaircraft missiles used for a ground attack were used today. Ukraine's air defenses were 79% successful, and 90% successful in Kyiv.
The second story? Ukraine is holding the line in Bakhmut (for the most part), and making some small gains.
The Malcontent News Russia Ukraine War Podcast for yesterday is available at:
- Our hosting websi... 2022-12-17 12:57:57 +0000 UTC View Post
No SITREP For December 15, 2022 - Mini SITREP Below
After a good nine-day run, I've got the post-COVID syndrome exhaustion bad, and one of our leads is sick. The front was frozen today (mostly), so this is a good day to say - people need to rest.
Here are the four "big" stories today.
War Map is updated - you can find it here.
A video was released in Bakhmu...
2022-12-16 04:42:09 +0000 UTC View PostOur Future on Twitter
We've been watching the situation on Twitter unfold over the last month and I am not interested in a debate on Elon Musk's acquisition and the merits or lack there of. This is a matter of practicality.
Yesterday, Twitter changed their Terms of Service about geolocation, journalism, reporting, and sharing information. There has been extensive conversations in the OSINT community and among journalists on what this means and where are the boundaries.
Some points of clarity were attem...
2022-12-15 23:31:10 +0000 UTC View PostRussia-Ukraine Flash Report 15 DEC 2022 13:30 PST - Trust Issues
If you follow the Russia-Ukraine War through other sources you may remember that in the late summer and early fall there were a series of videos released by the Russian Ministry of Defense showing Lancet kamikaze drones suddenly finding a lot of success on the battlefield. The campaign to show the Russian-designed drones success disappeared as quickly as it started.
Recently, a new video was released and we didn't look at it because it was clearly from the summer months. People with goo...
2022-12-15 21:27:45 +0000 UTC View PostRussia-Ukraine SITREP for 14 DEC 2022 23:59* - Bakhmut is Stable
Today's report is 44 pages and the Patreon editor is not behaving. Today's report only covers the battlefield. Long-term Patreons know a 44 page battlefield only report was a very busy day.
2022-12-15 10:42:25 +0000 UTC View PostRussia-Ukraine SITREP Addendum for 13 DEC 2022 23:59* PST - Kharkiv
For December 13, information about the Kharkiv oblast was omitted from the Situation Report.
The General Staff of the Armed Forces of Ukraine reported an attack on Hryanykivka on the morning of December 14, which was unsuccessful.
Mercenaries with Rybar reported Ukrainian DRG units were operating in Dvorichne and Tavilzhanka, targeting artillery sites. While Rybar did not come out and say, "and it didn't go well for Russia," there wasn't, "and we achieved a glorious victory....
2022-12-14 23:10:40 +0000 UTC View PostRussia-Ukraine SITREP for 13 DEC 2022 23:59* PST - Bakhmut - It's Complicated
Today's report is 54 pages.
What's the big story? The big story is Bakhmut - the good, the bad, and the ugly because there are all three.
The second story? Another POW swap (breaking news), an American was freed, and Patriots are coming to Ukraine.
The Malcontent News Russia Ukraine War Podcast for yesterday is available at:
- Our hosting website at RussiaUkraineW... 2022-12-14 11:44:02 +0000 UTC View Post
Russia-Ukraine SITREP for 12 DEC 2022 23:59* PST - It's Tough in Bakhmut
Today's report is 46 pages and is our 250th Situation Report.
What's the big story? The situation in Bakhmut is very difficult with Russian forces inching forward on the eastern edge of the city.
The second story? Videos from Marinka show the real situation and we have the details.
The Malcontent News Russia Ukraine War Podcast for yesterday is available at:
- Our hosting website at 2022-12-13 12:03:37 +0000 UTC View Post
Russia-Ukraine Flash Report 12 DEC 2022 14:55 PST - Pisky?
The Russian Ministry of Defense reported fighting in Pisky today.
Take all the time you need.
Russia-Ukraine SITREP for 11 DEC 2022 23:59* PST - Ukraine Holds the Line
Today's report is 44 pages.
What's the big story? The situation in Bakhmut is difficult but stable.
The second story? It's too quiet again, and you know what that means.
The Malcontent News Russia Ukraine War Podcast for Saturday is available at:
- Our hosting website at RussiaUkraineWarPodcast.com
- 2022-12-12 11:00:55 +0000 UTC View Post
Russia-Ukraine SITREP for 10 DEC 2022 23:59* PST - What a Difference a Day Makes
Today's report is 46 pages.
What's the big story? The situation in Bakhmut has not only stabilized, but Ukrainian forces are starting to retake lost positions. We have identified a lot of videos from the region.
The second story? The Russian milblogger community is revolting against the Kremlin, with numerous writers criticizing -- everything -- and not just the usual suspects like Igor "Girkin" Strelkov.
The Malcontent News Russia Ukraine War Podca...
2022-12-11 12:25:02 +0000 UTC View PostRussia-Ukraine Flash Report 10 DEC 2022 19:15 PST - Igor "Girkin" Strelkov Doomposting Again
There is an updated video on TikTok on the situation in Bakhmut. There will be more in the SITREP but the Flash Report version is the situation has stabilized. Russian forces have reached the ponds and dam, same location they were stopped on September 26. They were pushed out of the forested area north of the eastern edge of the city. Anecdotal reports of some artillery shortages on the Russian side. Two issues, keeping artillery supplied due to consumption. Russian can't keep the huge ammo d...
2022-12-11 03:16:20 +0000 UTC View PostRussia-Ukraine SITREP for 09 DEC 2022 23:59* PST - Battle for Bakhmut has Begun
Today's report is 49 pages.
What's the big story? The situation in eastern Bakhmut has deteriorated rapidly and Russian troops are on the edge of the urban core.
The second story? In less than 12 hours Russia threatened to use nuclear weapons on Ukraine, the United States, and Kazakhstan.
The Malcontent News Russia Ukraine War Podcast for yesterday is available at:
- Our hosting website at 2022-12-10 12:50:58 +0000 UTC View Post
Russia-Ukraine SITREP for 08 DEC 2022 23:59* PST - Wish We Weren't Right
Today's report is 55 pages.
What's the big story? Russia has gone all-in to capture Bakhmut, using the same attritional military strategy from June 2022 to capture Severodonetsk.
The second story? Griner was traded for Bout by Washington and Moscow, and the only people happy are Kremlin propagandists.
Bonus material? Today's report has Russian supermodels, secret agent cats, and Ye.
The Malcontent News Russia Ukraine War Podcast for yest...
2022-12-09 12:08:08 +0000 UTC View PostRussia-Ukraine Flash Report 08 DEC 2022 14:30 PST - Griner Released for the Merchant of Death
WNBA basketball player and two-time Olympic gold medalist Britney Griner was released in a prisoner swap for "Merchant of Death" arms dealer Viktor Bout. Bout is the foundation for the movie "Lord of War [edited]" with Nicholas Cage.
David Whelan, the spokesperson for former United States Marine Paul Whelan, who is in his fourth year of a 16-year sentence for espionage in Russia, expressed understanding of why Paul was not released and supported the Biden Administration in their efforts...
2022-12-08 23:03:53 +0000 UTC View PostRussia-Ukraine SITREP for 07 DEC 2022 23:59* PST - Today's War is Delayed Due to Snow
Today's report is 47 pages.
What's the big story? Poor weather slowed down fighting in some areas in Ukraine.
The second story? It remains a tough situation in Soledar-Bakhmut, with Russian forces going "all in" Severodonetsk style.
The Malcontent News Russia Ukraine War Podcast for yesterday is available at:
- Our hosting website at RussiaUkraineWarPodcast.com 2022-12-08 10:04:28 +0000 UTC View Post
Russia-Ukraine SITREP for 06 DEC 2022 23:59* PST - Shahed-136 Drones Enter the Chat
Today's report is 59 pages.
What's the big story? The Kremlin is having a bit of a crisis after Ukraine hit three airbases with drones.
The second story? More mobik madness
The Malcontent News Russia Ukraine War Podcast for yesterday is available at:
- Our hosting website at RussiaUkraineWarPodcast.com
- 2022-12-07 12:52:02 +0000 UTC View Post
Russia-Ukraine SITREP for 05 DEC 2022 23:59* PST - Putin's Bad, Awful, Terrible Day
Today's report is 57 pages.
Graphic Content Warning
Editor's Note: Today's report includes a graphic photo and a detailed description of extreme violence committed against civilians. If you believe you find this content disturbing, we recommend you do not read the War Crimes and Human Rights Section.
What's the big story? Ukraine had a very good day today when the sun set, and y...
2022-12-06 12:57:28 +0000 UTC View PostRussia-Ukraine Flash Report 05 DEC 2022 13:45 PST - Ukraine's Good Day
When you add it all up, Ukraine had a very good day today.
Here is what we can confirm at this point.
There were reports of drones hitting up to four Russian air bases within Russia and Russian-occupied Crimea. We can confirm two, we can debunk one, and we're investigating the fourth (Crimea) and have doubts. It is more likely it was nervous air defense shooting at seagulls.
As we wrote in the Situation Report (thank you to our European-based translators for jumping on the R...
2022-12-05 22:29:40 +0000 UTC View PostRussia-Ukraine SITREP for 04 DEC 2022 23:59* PST - Ukraine Hits Air Bases, Russia is Hitting Back
Today's report is 47 pages.
What's the big story? Russia has launched up to 120 cruise missiles at Ukraine at the time of publication. It is going to be a very long day.
The second story? Two Russian airbases, hundreds of kilometers from Ukraine, were hit by drones, damaging or destroying two Tu-95 strategic bombers, which are close to irreplaceable, killing three and wounding six.
Editor's Note:
Russia-Ukraine Flash Report 05 DEC 2022 00:10 PST - Explosions at Multiple Russian Air Bases
We're working on sorting out fact from fiction. We know that there have been explosions at Engels and Ryazan airbases. Engels is deep inside Russia - further east than Moscow.
Ukraine announced today that they had completed testing of a drone with a 73-kilogram warhead that can fly up to 1,000 kilometers. The videos from Engels airbase conclusively show at least one massive explosion. The concussion jolted surveillance cameras and set off car alarms almost two kilometers away. This is o...
2022-12-05 08:10:26 +0000 UTC View PostRussia-Ukraine SITREP for 03 DEC 2022 23:59* PST - Fighting is NOT Slowing Down
Today's report is 57 pages.
What's the big story? It was a very busy day on the battlefield, contrary to other reports of things "quieting down."
The second story? Ukrainian forces crossed the Dnipro! It isn't as big as you think, but it was more than just raising a flag and going home.
Editor's Note: Linnea was too sick today to do the podcast - thank you for your understanding.
The Malcontent News Russia Uk...
2022-12-04 11:27:30 +0000 UTC View PostRussia-Ukraine SITREP for 02 DEC 2022 23:59* PST - The Propaganda Rabbit Hole
Today's report is 70 pages and does not include some sections, so we could focus on our special report.
What's the big story? Operational tempo was low across all of Ukraine. Both belligerents appear to be positioning, consolidating, and preparing.
The second story? Not everything is as it seems, and the problem with disinformation and misinformation, even when it is subtle, can lead people down more dangerous paths.