War
The ISW has warned of a change in the tactics of Russian attacks on Ukraine
The large-scale attack on Ukraine on 23–24 March marks a significant and dangerous shift in Russia’s strike tactics. This new strategy enables Russia to maintain pressure for longer and target a greater number of regions.
Sadovyi criticised the military for failing to shoot down the "Shaheds": the commander of the SBS "Madyar" responded
Sadovyi’s comments about “many questions” following the attack prompted a response from the commander of the Unmanned Systems Forces.
Five regions where the conflict surrounding Iran could spread
The escalation following the US and Israeli strikes on Iran has developed into a wider regional conflict. The war is already affecting neighbouring countries and could spread further.
New rules for defence procurement: how rising UAV prices will affect contracts
The Ukrainian government has amended Resolution No. 1275, which regulates defence procurement during martial law. Domestic manufacturers of unmanned systems have been permitted to request a review of contract prices in the event of price increases for key components on the market. Read our article to find out how this will affect prices and what steps suppliers need to take.
Ukrainian ports and Ukrzaliznytsia will be defended against drones by volunteers, says Kuleba
To ensure the security of Ukraine’s critical infrastructure, particularly railway facilities and ports, members of local community volunteer units will be enlisted to help counter Russian attacks.
Defence forces struck a Russian icebreaker at a shipyard in the Leningrad Oblast
On the night of 25 March, the Ukrainian Defence Forces struck a vessel at the Vyborg Shipyard. The strike was confirmed by the General Staff of the Armed Forces of Ukraine.
Following a drone attack, the port of Ust-Luga in Russia’s Leningrad Oblast caught fire
On the night of 25 March, drones attacked the Leningrad Oblast in Russia. In particular, the port of Ust-Luga caught fire; this is the port through which Moscow exports energy resources using its ‘shadow fleet’.
Iran has reported that a shell has struck the Bushehr Nuclear Power Plant
A shell strike was reported at the Bushehr nuclear power plant in Iran during an attack. According to the Iranian authorities, there was no damage and no casualties.
A fire broke out at Kuwait International Airport following a drone attack
A fire broke out at Kuwait International Airport after drones struck a fuel tank. According to preliminary reports, there are no casualties.
Drones flew from Russian territory into Latvia and Estonia
Latvia and Estonia have reported incidents involving drones entering their airspace. Debris from the drones was found at the sites of the incidents; there were no casualties.
Iran has informed the UN of the conditions for the passage of ships through the Strait of Hormuz
Iran has informed the UN of the rules governing the passage of ships through the Strait of Hormuz amid disruptions to energy supplies. This involves granting permission to non-hostile vessels, subject to coordination with the Iranian authorities.
Thousands of marines and paratroopers will arrive in the Middle East on the day of the deadline set for Iran
Several thousand US Marines are due to arrive in the Central Command area on the day Donald Trump set a deadline for Iran to open the Strait of Hormuz. The Pentagon is also preparing to deploy additional forces.
