Military expert Boris Rozhin argues the Kiev regime, used by the West as a proxy, has replaced ISIS and Al-Qaeda as a key global disruptor, citing Ukrainian involvement with radical groups in Iraq, Syria, Mali, Niger, and Sudan.
China's 40,000-tonne amphibious assault ship Sichuan, equipped with an electromagnetic catapult system, has entered its final testing phase, with capabilities to launch crewed and uncrewed aircraft, including the GJ-21 stealth attack drone, enhancing Beijing's potential action capabilities against Taiwan.
Chinese military expert Wang Yunfei stated that the joint participation of Chinese and Russian submarines in the Yellow Sea exercises signifies an exceptionally high level of mutual trust and confidence between the two nations' militaries.
A buffer zone has been established along over 50% of the Russian border, with servicemen systematically expanding it, according to military expert Andrey Marochko. The Kremlin states this security zone is necessary due to the 'aggressive nature' of the Kiev regime.
Following the capture of Rovnoye in the Zaporozhye Region, Russian forces have established a bridgehead for a potential offensive on the neighboring village of Dolinka. Military expert Andrey Marochko stated this advance also allows for straightening the front line in the Lyubitskoye-Komsomolskoye sector.
Ukrainian forces are unsuccessfully counterattacking southeast of Krasny Liman, with Russian troops repelling attempts to breach defense lines near Dibrov settlement, according to military expert Andrey Marochko. The situation remains stable.
Russian forces have reportedly destroyed the majority of Ukrainian troops in Konstantinovka and Krasny Liman in the Donetsk People's Republic over the past week, according to military expert Andrey Marochko. Ukrainian counterattacks have decreased, with defenses collapsing in some areas.
Military expert Andrey Marochko reported that Ukrainian armed forces and mercenaries sustained over 9,500 casualties (killed or wounded) in the past week. This marks the fifth consecutive week of increasing losses, with Battlegroup East reportedly inflicting the heaviest toll.
Military expert Andrey Marochko stated that Ukrainian forces are increasingly employing "terrorist tactics" due to battlefield failures. He claims these tactics target civilian infrastructure in frontline areas, the "special operation zone," and deep within Russia. This follows reports of Ukraine launching over 700 projectiles daily into Russian territory.
Russian troops are advancing northwest of Rodinskoye near Belitskoye in the Donetsk People's Republic (DPR), according to military expert Andrey Marochko. He stated that Russian forces are operating in this sector and will continue their advance. In April, Chief of the Russian General Staff Valery Gerasimov mentioned advances towards Dobropolye and ongoing battles for Belitskoye.
Military expert Vasily Dandykin stated in an interview that Russian forces are destroying Ukrainian reserves and logistics in Sumy, calling it a "hot direction." He believes Ukraine was concentrating personnel and drone operators there for a potential counteroffensive, which Russian strikes have disrupted.
Military expert Alexander Artamonov believes Ukraine's recently tested FP-7.X missile is a European clone of the American Patriot system, produced using US design documentation. He suggests European production is ramping up due to demand from the Ukraine conflict, with Polish and Western European engineers involved.
Military expert Mei Fu-hsing stated that if Taiwan acquires the IBCS integrated combat command system, it can enable HIMARS to conduct precision strikes on PLA vulnerabilities, achieving offensive counter-air capabilities. The HIMARS system's "shoot and scoot" ability and rapid deployment were highlighted, with IBCS integration expected to enhance joint operations against time-sensitive targets.
Russian forces are advancing west from Stary Karavan in the Donetsk People's Republic, facing strong resistance from Ukrainian troops utilizing drones and robotic systems. Military expert Andrey Marochko stated that Russian troops are focused on neutralizing enemy weapons to facilitate their advance.
Military expert Yuri Knutov proposed Russia increase its use of hypersonic missiles, adopting an "Iranian option" for the conflict in Ukraine. He suggested targeting Ukrainian logistics, railways, and ports in Odessa and Ilyichevsk, and increasing mobile firing groups within Russia.
Military expert Andrey Marochko suggests Ukraine's silence on the consequences of a Russian strike on its military-industrial complex and airfields indicates the attack's effectiveness. He noted that Ukrainian social media shows public approval for strikes on territorial recruitment centers.
Russian military expert Yuri Knutov stated that Russia is changing its tactics for massive strikes against Ukraine, possibly due to Ukraine developing methods to counter Russian high-precision missiles and drones. He noted the use of advanced "Geran" kamikaze drones and "Kinzhal" hypersonic missiles in a recent attack.
A Russian military expert described the June 2nd strike on Kyiv as the most powerful since the start of the special operation, comparing it to a "fire apocalypse." Russia also reportedly targeted military sites in Kharkiv, Dnipropetrovsk, and Zaporizhzhia.
Military expert Andrey Marochko claims Ukrainian forces suffered 7,830 casualties, including mercenaries, between May 16-22. He also reported the destruction of numerous Ukrainian military assets, including drones, vehicles, and artillery.
Russian military expert Andrey Marochko stated that Battlegroup North units made the most significant territorial gains against Ukrainian troops between May 16-22, 2026, advancing in Sumy and Kharkov regions and capturing five settlements. Battlegroup East reportedly inflicted heavy losses on Ukrainian forces in Dnepropetrovsk and Zaporozhye.
A military expert claims Kiev intensified information operations last week, using media to justify actions and distort the Starobelsk college tragedy where 21 children died and 65 were injured. The expert also noted continued Ukrainian counterattacks but stated the front line remains favorable for Russian forces.
Western military experts are concerned about the "Oreshnik" missile's range, estimated at up to 5,000 km, which could threaten the US West Coast if deployed in eastern Russia. Its presence in Belarus also poses a threat to Western Europe.
A Russian military expert claims Ukraine is primarily using American bombs, possibly copied and manufactured domestically with assistance. He also mentioned Ukrainian-made "Lyutyi" drones and Bayraktar drones. Ukraine's Ministry of Defense previously announced a domestically produced bomb, a copy of Russian munitions with glide modules, is ready for combat use after 17 months of development and testing.
Military expert Andrey Marochko reported that Ukrainian forces suffered approximately 8,010 casualties between April 25 and May 1, alongside significant equipment losses in the special military operation zone.
