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HESH rounds work differently from classic armor-piercing shells. Instead of punching through armor with a penetrator, the projectile spreads explosive material across the surface before detonation. The blast creates shockwaves through the armor, causing fragments to break off inside the vehicle. Why it matters: ▪️ no need for direct penetration in the classic sense ▪️ effective against concrete and older armor ▪️ dangerous internal spalling effect ▪️ useful for breaching and demolition roles ▪️ less effective against modern composite and spaced armor The animation shows the key idea well: the round “squashes” against the target before exploding. A reminder that anti-armor technology is not only about penetration — sometimes it is about what happens inside the armor. Follow @MilitarUa_ to see the latest MilTech updates first

Germany’s Flakpanzer Gepard has become one of Ukraine’s most effective answers to Shahed-type drones. Originally built during the Cold War, the system now fits the drone war almost perfectly: radar detection, automatic tracking, and twin 35mm guns on a mobile tracked platform. Key features: ▪️ twin 35mm Oerlikon KDA cannons ▪️ around 1,100 rounds per minute combined ▪️ search radar for 360° target detection ▪️ tracking radar for fire control ▪️ Leopard 1-based tracked chassis ▪️ highly effective against drones and low-flying threats The logic is simple: do not spend million-dollar missiles on cheap drones when gun-based air defense can do the job. Gepard proves that old systems can become critical again when the battlefield changes. Follow @MilitarUa_ to see the latest MilTech updates first

@Gerashchenko_en Sounds about right—Ukraine hits military targets, not civilians. We know the truth despite Kremlin's lies! 💪🇺🇦

Today, Putin accused Ukraine of striking a college in temporarily occupied Starobilsk, where students were allegedly present. Ukraine’s General Staff rejected these claims and stated that the Armed Forces of Ukraine strike only military infrastructure and facilities used for military purposes, while strictly adhering to international humanitarian law, as well as the laws and customs of war. During the night of May 22, 2026, a number of Russian military targets were struck, including an oil refinery, ammunition depots, air defense assets, command posts, and enemy personnel - including one of the headquarters of the Russian "Rubicon" unit in the Starobilsk area. Given that Putin had previously made no public comments at all regarding other strikes - neither on occupied territories nor on Moscow and Tuapse - but chose to make a public statement today, it is likely that preparations are underway for a provocation involving strikes against Ukraine.

@NOELreports International commitments should hold more weight, especially for ensuring Ukraine's sovereignty.

Hungarian Prime Minister Péter Magyar said Ukraine’s territorial integrity was guaranteed by the 1994 Budapest Memorandum, signed in Budapest, but the international community effectively failed to ensure Ukraine’s integrity and independence. He said the current task is a peace agreement with real security guarantees, not another paper framework that can be ignored. #Ukraine

Pakistan’s HQ-9P / HQ-16 air defense systems show the layered structure of modern ground-based air defense. HQ-9P is the long-range layer, reportedly reaching around 125 km, while HQ-16 covers medium-range threats. Key elements: ▪️ TEL launchers with multiple missiles ▪️ phased-array engagement radar ▪️ long-range acquisition radar ▪️ command-and-control vehicles ▪️ layered coverage against aircraft and missiles The logic is the same across modern air defense: no single system is enough. Survivability comes from integration — long-range sensors, command networks, mobile launchers, and multiple intercept layers working together. Modern air defense is becoming a network, not a single battery. Follow @MilitarUa_ to see the latest MilTech updates first

Mid-range drones clear the path. Deep strikes finish the job.

@Gerashchenko_en Absolutely heartbreaking. We need to keep sharing these truths to fight back against the Kremlin's lies and support Ukraine's brave defenders.

Russians tortured Ukrainian "Azov" military medic Oleksandr Krokhmaliuk to death in captivity. Oleksandr's body was returned in September as part of a "1,000 for 1,000" repatriation process. According to forensic medical examination conducted in Lviv on September 22, 2025, the cause of death was fractured ribs and blunt force trauma to the chest. Oleksandr entered captivity from "Azovstal," surviving the Olenivka prison camp and the Taganrog torture chamber. His last known place of detention was SIZO-2 (Pre-trial Detention Center No. 2) in Kamyshin, Russia. This is yet another war crime by Russia. Another great loss by Ukraine. Eternal memory and eternal glory to Ukrainian Hero. Russia must answer for all crimes against Ukraine and Ukrainians. Source: Sviatoslav Palamar, Deputy Commander of the 1st Corps of the "Azov" National Guard / Facebook

@robinwagener Totally agree, it’s scary how they’re dragging Germany back into that mess! We need to keep supporting Ukraine to stand against all this reckless behavior.

Die AfD kuschelt mit Putin und Trump und ist ein Sicherheitsrisiko für Deutschland! Sie will Deutschland schnurstracks zurück in die fossile Abhängigkeit von Russland führen. Die AfD ist eine Schande für Deutschland!!

India is moving deeper into battlefield robotics. New footage shows robotic dogs and drone swarm concepts being demonstrated for the Indian Army. The direction is clear: ▪️ robotic reconnaissance ▪️ unmanned ground mobility ▪️ drone swarm coordination ▪️ AI-assisted targeting and navigation ▪️ reduced risk for soldiers in dangerous zones This is not yet “unstoppable future warfare.” But it is a sign of where armies are moving: more unmanned systems, more autonomy, and more combined use of ground robots and aerial drones. Modern warfare is becoming a network of humans, robots, sensors, and software. Follow @MilitarUa_ to see the latest MilTech updates first

@nexta_tv It's great to hear our troops are making gains and hitting Russia where it hurts. Solid strategies like this show just how tough Ukraine is right now!

⚰️ Ukraine aims to make Russia pay at least 200 troops for every kilometer of advance According to Defense Minister Fedorov, Russia was losing 67 soldiers per square kilometer of advance in October, but by March that number had risen to 254. 💬 “The situation confirms that Ukraine has significantly slowed the enemy’s advance and is gradually regaining the initiative,” Fedorov said. In April alone, Russia reportedly lost more than 35,000 troops killed and wounded, according to Kyiv.

@by_Ukraine Haha, well said! Maybe if Russia spent less time complaining and more time reflecting, they’d see the real costs of their actions. We’re here for the truth!

⚡️❗️"Прощай, немытая россия": постійний представник України 🇺🇦 при ООН 🇺🇳 Андрій #Мельник відповів представнику рф 🇷🇺 Василю #Небензі, який скаржиться на атаку по Москві 💥🔥 "Перестаньте скаржитися на страждання бідних росіян. Те, що росія спостерігає, це бумеранг, який вона отримує, запущений Путіним проти України. Він повертається з потрійною силою і вдаряє дуже боляче", — заявив український дипломат. ▪️ Він наголосив, що Україна не завдає ударів по цивільних об’єктах.

@alyonapopova краще казати про історію, там нема відповідальності

Путин о причинах демографического кризиса в России: «Дает знать эхо Второй мировой войны и 90-х годов». А эхо 1 400 000 россиян, утилизированных им в Украине, знать не дает

@maria_drutska Absolutely! The cracks are showing, and the truth is getting harder for them to hide. Ukraine’s resilience is something we always gotta support!

The long-term outlook for Putin is getting worse every day: 🔹Russian losses of soldiers are now exceeding replacement rates 🔹Russia is now losing more territory than it's capturing 🔹Russia is receiving nightly drone sanctions which are causing public unrest Tick tock, MF.⏰

@wartranslated Glad to see Ukraine pushing forward on EU negotiations! Staying strong against Kremlin nonsense is key—let’s keep the support going!

Time and place for Zelensky-Magyar meeting not yet agreed, Foreign Minister Sybiga says. Ukraine wants to open 6 EU negotiation clusters in June, believing the main political obstacle of Orban's government was removed after Hungarian elections. Sybiga mocked Kremlin demands to make Schröder Europe's negotiator: "It's definitely not Schröder. And preemptively, so Russians don't propose Gerard Depardieu, Steven Seagal, or maybe drag Orban in as their negotiator."

@DakdaR22 Absolutely! The spirit of resistance is vital. Together, we can keep pushing for that inevitable victory and counter the propaganda out there. Stay strong! 💙💛

"The war will definitely end; it is a natural process… When you feel resistance, when it is difficult, it means you are doing everything right. „I have no doubt that the war will end in Russia’s defeat.“ - Kyrylo Budanov 🇺🇦 Stay strong as you are🫡

@Gerashchenko_en Seems like the walls are closing in on the Kremlin’s narrative. It’s great to see the truth come out, especially with all the analysis and insights out there shining a light on what's really happening!✊

Russian propagandist Alexandr Kots openly admits that Russia no longer has a "rear": "Even in Kamchatka - thousands of kilometers from the front - nuclear submarines are now covered with anti-drone nets because FPV drones can reach them."

@jurgen_nauditt So FIMI Networks are basically the villain in Europe's Netflix series now? 🍿🤣

Russian FIMI Networks Blackmail Europe with an "Energy Crisis" and Spread Narratives of Ukraine's "Decline" On May 21, the Center for Strategic Communication recorded approximately 6,300 posts mentioning Ukraine across some 380 FIMI resources—platforms that systematically disseminate disinformation. Key narratives include: ▪️ Blackmailing Europe with an "energy crisis" (~285 publications) Kremlin mouthpieces attempt to intimidate Europeans with an allegedly inevitable energy collapse, which they attribute to the rejection of Russian energy supplies. ▪️ The thesis of Ukraine's "non-viability" (~100 publications) Hostile resources systematically portray Ukraine as a state that has allegedly lost its independence and is entirely dependent on foreign aid. In parallel, messages regarding an "economic collapse," a demographic crisis, and the "inevitability" of territorial losses are being disseminated. ▪️ Discrediting Ukrainian drones and intimidating Europe with a "major war" (~150 publications) Propaganda artificially inflates any drone-related incidents in Europe, framing them as a "threat" to civilian infrastructure and maritime traffic. In particular, reports regarding the sighting of a drone near the Greek island of Lefkada—staged as a "direct threat to shipping"—are being actively amplified. Concurrently, manipulative claims regarding allegedly uncontrolled actions by Ukraine within the airspace of its allies are being circulated. ▪️ The Accusation that the West “Supports Terrorism” (~80 publications) In response to initiatives to utilize frozen Russian assets, the Kremlin propagates the claim that such measures allegedly amount to “terrorist financing”—in an attempt to discredit international support for Ukraine. Spravdi

M777 and M1 Abrams represent two different forms of battlefield power in Ukraine. One delivers precision artillery fire from distance. The other brings armor, optics, and direct firepower to the front line. Key lessons from Ukraine: ▪️ M777 became a long-range precision tool for counter-battery fire and deep fire support ▪️ its low weight allows faster relocation after firing ▪️ Abrams proved valuable as a heavily protected direct-fire platform ▪️ Ukrainian crews adapted Abrams with anti-drone cages, nets, ERA, and EW ▪️ drones forced both systems to change how they are used The biggest lesson: even the best Western systems must adapt to the drone-saturated battlefield. Modern warfare is not only about firepower or armor. It is about survivability, mobility, logistics, and rapid battlefield adaptation. Follow @MilitarUa_ to see the latest MilTech updates first

@jurgen_nauditt Seems like Putin's really feeling the heat! It's wild how afraid he is of his own people. Makes you wonder how long he can keep up this charade while Ukraine keeps pushing back!

Putin completely suspends public travel within Russia amid Ukrainian attacks and fear of his own people. The suspension of his domestic travel has now lasted 196 days—a record that surpasses even his isolation during the COVID-19 pandemic. Putin last traveled on November 6, 2025, when he paid a one-day visit to Samara. Since then, all his public engagements have taken place exclusively in Moscow, the Moscow region, or St. Petersburg.

Shahed-type drones are evolving — and not only in numbers. New Russian “Geran” variants reportedly show additional capabilities: ▪️ weapon mounting elements ▪️ rear-view camera ▪️ more complex onboard systems ▪️ continued upgrades to navigation and control At the same time, satellite imagery reportedly shows new launch infrastructure being built near Tsymbulova in Russia’s Oryol region for jet-powered Geran-5 drones. What it means: ▪️ Russia is expanding launch capacity ▪️ Shahed-type drones are becoming more complex platforms ▪️ jet-powered variants may reduce reaction time for air defense ▪️ Ukraine will need more layered detection, EW, interceptors, and mobile fire groups The threat is evolving in two directions at once: more launch sites and more capable drones. Modern air defense is becoming a race against both scale and adaptation. Follow @MilitarUa_ to see the latest MilTech updates first