southfront--2020-05-23--Army Aviation of the People’s Liberation Army Ground Forces

Written by Colonel S. Korgin , Lieutenant Colonel D. Ilagin ; Originally appeared at Foreign Military Review # 4 2019 , translated by AlexD exclusively for SouthFront The Chinese People ’ s Liberation Army ( PLA ) Army Aviation ( AA ) is a type of aviation within the Ground Forces ( Army ) .
It is designed to defeat enemy targets mainly on the front line and in tactical depths , as well as to solve the problems of comprehensive support of the general army combat ( special operations ) and increase the mobility of troops .
The PLA @ @ @ @ @ @ @ is equipped with helicopters for various purposes , as a versatile and reliable means of support and combat operations .
The main tasks of the AA are : striking the enemy ’ s forces and facilities ; suppressing its electronic means ; conducting aerial reconnaissance , as well as providing control and communication .
The main organisational and staff unit of the Army Air Force is the AA Brigade .
Subdivisions of the AA Brigade participate in aerial bombardment , correction of field artillery fire and tactical aviation strikes , protection and defence @ @ @ @ @ @ @ units , search and rescue and medical evacuation activities .
Since May 2017 , the PLA AF Command has been carrying out the next stage of the ground forces reform in order to increase the mobility and combat capabilities of the Army groups in the theater .
China ’ s land forces have 15 army aviation brigades and four helicopter training regiments .
In the course of the organisational and staff activities , each army was assigned an army aviation brigade .
The AA brigades were assigned numbers corresponding to the number of @ @ @ @ @ @ @ example , the 71st Army formed the 71st AA Brigade , etc. )
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The institutions , units and military units of central subordination include : the Institute of Aviation of the Ground Forces of the PLA AF and the AA pilot training centre .
The army aircrew combat training is conducted in permanent locations ( airfield areas ) .
Flight training includes the development of elements of individual piloting techniques , group flight clearance of crews and tactics for use within units .
For the performance of combat training tasks , forward @ @ @ @ @ @ @ .
Army aviation formations may operate as part of a brigade , squadron of links or helicopter pairs .
The tactics of units and divisions depends on the combat situation and the nature of the tasks to be performed .
During the exercise of the Army Corps “ Kuayue-2016 ” AA management noted that the conduct of an offensive army operation can be carried out by up to three helicopter flights per day by one crew , and the total flight time is from 2 to 4 ours per day , with the @ @ @ @ @ @ @ flight should not exceed 20-40 minutes .
In the period between 2014 and 2016 , army aviation crews in the course of the fire training plans event as part of regular squadrons during the sea landing operations performed the tasks of covering landing ships and landing aids , as well as landing them on an unprepared coast .
The main educational institution for training personnel for formations and units of the PLA AA is the institute of Aviation of the Land Forces ( IALF ) .
It was formed on June 30 , @ @ @ @ @ @ @ Regiment A , stationed in the area of Tongzhou ( 20 km east of Beijing ) .
The Institute trains over 2,000 cadets and civilian students for helicopter aviation units of the land forces and the people ’ s armed militia of the PRC in two faculties : flight and engineering personnel .
The training period is four years .
Up to 100 flight personnel and up to 200 specialists of engineering and technical staff graduate annually .
Graduates of secondary educational institutions who have expressed a desire to study in the IALF @ @ @ @ @ @ @ to the branch of the aviation university ( part of the Air Force ) in Changchun ( Jilin province ) , where they receive primary aviation education for two years , which at this stage of the programme is similar in both faculties .
The cadets are then sent directly to the IALF , where they learn the aerodynamics of helicopters , as well as the basic training course .
The final stage of training at the flight faculty of the Institute is held in training helicopter regiments ( Z-11 and Mi-17 helicopters @ @ @ @ @ @ @ , after completing the primary aviation education , students in the following two years will acquire theoretical knowledge and practical skills according to their specialisation : The daily activities of army aviation formations are managed from the brigade command post ( CP ) located at the airfield of permanent location .
When carrying out direct fire support tasks for land forces groups , AA forces are commanded from a forward control point ( FCP ) , which is typically deployed in the area of the CP of an air-supported combination or connection using @ @ @ @ @ @ @ : In the area of combat , use of automotive PPU equipment brigades and support units ( fuel , lubricants , weather reconnaissance ) circulate on public roads .
If necessary , they can be transferred by air from the army aviation brigades .
To improve the accuracy of target designation of helicopters , advanced air gunners ( AAG ) are allocated from the army aviation , sent to the PPU provided to the military units of the ground forces .
Communication with the army aviation FDUs is provided by VHF communication means @ @ @ @ @ @ @ , the army aviation is involved in other tasks , such as delivering humanitarian aid , conducting search and rescue operations , and participating in natural disaster responses both within China and abroad .
Aviation helicopter squadrons ( as part of brigades ) have specialised attack , multi-purpose and transport helicopters , which determine their main purpose .
Helicopter attack squadrons are designed to perform an number of tasks : to provide direct ( aviation ) support to units and subdivisions of ground forces on the battlefield ; to strike at combat troop @ @ @ @ @ @ @ the enemy ’ s helicopters and UAVs ; conducting aerial reconnaissance and surveillance ; target designation , as well as to provide control and communication .
The main types of attack helicopters are Z-10 and Z-19 , while the Z-10W series is designed to fight armoured targets and is capable of conducting air combat .
The machine is a standard layout for combat helicopters , its design uses composite materials .
In 2016 , production of Z-19 attack helicopters began , featuring an upgraded fire control system and radar station ( radar ) @ @ @ @ @ @ @ rotor .
In the AA brigades , the Z-19 helicopter is to replace the Z-9 helicopter currently in service .
The multi-purpose helicopter squadrons are designed to deliver logistics support assets on the battlefield , to provide control and communications capabilities , and to install minefields .
The main types of such vehicles in Chinese AA are the Mi-17 ( including its modifications ) and the Z-9 .
The Z-9 is a family of Chinese multi-purpose helicopters , which is a licensed copy of the French Dauphin by Aerospaciale .
Modifications of the @ @ @ @ @ @ @ the first serial modification of the multi-purpose helicopter ; the Z-9B is a multi-purpose helicopter with improved engines ; the Z-9W is a reconnaissance and strike helicopter capable of performing tasks at night .
The Z-11 is a light multipurpose Chinese-made helicopter .
There is also a modified training helicopter .
Transport and landing helicopter squadrons are designed for tactical landing and evacuation , transfer of personnel , weapons , ammunition and other means of logistics support ( both in the cargo bay , and the external suspension ) , search and rescue @ @ @ @ @ @ @ of the wounded .
The main types of transport and landing helicopters are the Mi-17 and Z-8 .
The Z-8 is a licensed copy of the French Super Frelon helicopter .
There are three modifications of the helicopter : Z-8Z , the first serial modification of the transport helicopter ; the Z-8F , with improved engines ; the Z-8K/KA , a vehicle for search and rescue operations .
The military and political leadership of China pursues a consistent policy aimed at improving the capabilities of the army aviation , developing the national helicopter @ @ @ @ @ @ @ of spare parts .
In the near future , a new multi-purpose Z-20 helicopter is expected to enter service with the PLA , based on the civilian Sikorsky transport helicopter S-70C-2 , which was purchased from the USA .
In terms of tactical and technical characteristics , the Z-20 is close to the UH-20 Black Hawk multi-purpose helicopter , which is in service with the U.S. Armed Forces .
The Z-20 differs from the S-70C-2 by the presence of a five-blade main screw and an increased volume of cargo and passenger compartment .
@ @ @ @ @ @ @ of up to 9,000 kg ( 1,000 kg of cargo and passenger load and 8,000 kg on the external sling ) , which will allow it to carry up to 15 fully equipped soldiers .
In addition , the new machine is also designed for highland operations .
It is planned that the Mi-17 transport and landing helicopters will be taken off the armament and replaced by the Z-20 .
At present , the country ’ s aircraft industry is actively researching the creation of a heavy transport and landing aircraft ( with @ @ @ @ @ @ @ American CV-22 Osprey ) and a high-speed helicopter ( similar to the S-97 Raider from the Sikorsky company ) , capable of cruising speeds of over 400 km/h .
The Chinese analogue of the S-97 helicopter has larger dimensions , is made on the coaxial scheme with four-blade bearing and stabilising screws in the ring channels , located on the tail beam .
In addition , it is planned to develop a large-capacity transport helicopter together with Russian specialists .
Thus , the PLA AF Army Aviation has helicopters and aircraft capable of @ @ @ @ @ @ @ to ground forces .
The majority of the machines are in satisfactory technical condition , but the aircraft management is trying to improve the fleet of AA aircraft so that it meets the requirements of modern combat .
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Written by Colonel S. Korgin, Lieutenant Colonel D. Ilagin; Originally appeared at Foreign Military Review #4 2019, translated by AlexD exclusively for SouthFront
The Chinese People’s Liberation Army (PLA) Army Aviation (AA) is a type of aviation within the Ground Forces (Army). It is designed to defeat enemy targets mainly on the front line and in tactical depths, as well as to solve the problems of comprehensive support of the general army combat (special operations) and increase the mobility of troops. The PLA AF Command regards army aviation, which is equipped with helicopters for various purposes, as a versatile and reliable means of support and combat operations.
The main tasks of the AA are: striking the enemy’s forces and facilities; suppressing its electronic means; conducting aerial reconnaissance, as well as providing control and communication.
The main organisational and staff unit of the Army Air Force is the AA Brigade. Subdivisions of the AA Brigade participate in aerial bombardment, correction of field artillery fire and tactical aviation strikes, protection and defence of the rear areas of compounds and units, search and rescue and medical evacuation activities.
Since May 2017, the PLA AF Command has been carrying out the next stage of the ground forces reform in order to increase the mobility and combat capabilities of the Army groups in the theater.
China’s land forces have 15 army aviation brigades and four helicopter training regiments. In the course of the organisational and staff activities, each army was assigned an army aviation brigade. The AA brigades were assigned numbers corresponding to the number of the army they belonged to (for example, the 71st Army formed the 71st AA Brigade, etc.).
The institutions, units and military units of central subordination include: the Institute of Aviation of the Ground Forces of the PLA AF and the AA pilot training centre.
The army aircrew combat training is conducted in permanent locations (airfield areas). Flight training includes the development of elements of individual piloting techniques, group flight clearance of crews and tactics for use within units. For the performance of combat training tasks, forward airfields are used during various AA exercises.
Army aviation formations may operate as part of a brigade, squadron of links or helicopter pairs. The tactics of units and divisions depends on the combat situation and the nature of the tasks to be performed.
During the exercise of the Army Corps “Kuayue-2016” AA management noted that the conduct of an offensive army operation can be carried out by up to three helicopter flights per day by one crew, and the total flight time is from 2 to 4 ours per day, with the preparation of the helicopter for the subsequent flight should not exceed 20-40 minutes.
In the period between 2014 and 2016, army aviation crews in the course of the fire training plans event as part of regular squadrons during the sea landing operations performed the tasks of covering landing ships and landing aids, as well as landing them on an unprepared coast.
The main educational institution for training personnel for formations and units of the PLA AA is the institute of Aviation of the Land Forces (IALF).
It was formed on June 30, 1999 on the basis of helicopter training Regiment A, stationed in the area of Tongzhou (20 km east of Beijing).
The Institute trains over 2,000 cadets and civilian students for helicopter aviation units of the land forces and the people’s armed militia of the PRC in two faculties: flight and engineering personnel. The training period is four years.
Up to 100 flight personnel and up to 200 specialists of engineering and technical staff graduate annually.
Graduates of secondary educational institutions who have expressed a desire to study in the IALF and passed the entrance exams are sent to the branch of the aviation university (part of the Air Force) in Changchun (Jilin province), where they receive primary aviation education for two years, which at this stage of the programme is similar in both faculties. The cadets are then sent directly to the IALF, where they learn the aerodynamics of helicopters, as well as the basic training course.
The final stage of training at the flight faculty of the Institute is held in training helicopter regiments (Z-11 and Mi-17 helicopters).
At the Faculty of Engineering, after completing the primary aviation education, students in the following two years will acquire theoretical knowledge and practical skills according to their specialisation:
helicopter and engine repair and maintenance engineer;
repair and maintenance of automated data transmission systems engineer;
repair and navigation systems maintenance engineer;
repair and maintenance of weapons systems engineer.
The daily activities of army aviation formations are managed from the brigade command post (CP) located at the airfield of permanent location.
When carrying out direct fire support tasks for land forces groups, AA forces are commanded from a forward control point (FCP), which is typically deployed in the area of the CP of an air-supported combination or connection using standard vehicle equipment. This may include:
control station of the brigade commander (deputy);
air traffic control centre;
mobile HF and microwave hardware;
mobile hardware;
mobile weather station.
In the area of combat, use of automotive PPU equipment brigades and support units (fuel, lubricants, weather reconnaissance) circulate on public roads. If necessary, they can be transferred by air from the army aviation brigades.
To improve the accuracy of target designation of helicopters, advanced air gunners (AAG) are allocated from the army aviation, sent to the PPU provided to the military units of the ground forces. Communication with the army aviation FDUs is provided by VHF communication means (30-300 MHz).
In addition, the army aviation is involved in other tasks, such as delivering humanitarian aid, conducting search and rescue operations, and participating in natural disaster responses both within China and abroad.
Aviation helicopter squadrons (as part of brigades) have specialised attack, multi-purpose and transport helicopters, which determine their main purpose.
Helicopter attack squadrons are designed to perform an number of tasks: to provide direct (aviation) support to units and subdivisions of ground forces on the battlefield; to strike at combat troop formations; escort transport helicopters; fighting the enemy’s helicopters and UAVs; conducting aerial reconnaissance and surveillance; target designation, as well as to provide control and communication.
The main types of attack helicopters are Z-10 and Z-19, while the Z-10W series is designed to fight armoured targets and is capable of conducting air combat. The machine is a standard layout for combat helicopters, its design uses composite materials. In 2016, production of Z-19 attack helicopters began, featuring an upgraded fire control system and radar station (radar) in a fairing located above the main rotor.
In the AA brigades, the Z-19 helicopter is to replace the Z-9 helicopter currently in service.
The multi-purpose helicopter squadrons are designed to deliver logistics support assets on the battlefield, to provide control and communications capabilities, and to install minefields.
The main types of such vehicles in Chinese AA are the Mi-17 (including its modifications) and the Z-9. The Z-9 is a family of Chinese multi-purpose helicopters, which is a licensed copy of the French Dauphin by Aerospaciale.
Modifications of the Z-9 helicopter are: the Z-9A is the first serial modification of the multi-purpose helicopter; the Z-9B is a multi-purpose helicopter with improved engines; the Z-9W is a reconnaissance and strike helicopter capable of performing tasks at night.
The Z-11 is a light multipurpose Chinese-made helicopter. There is also a modified training helicopter.
Transport and landing helicopter squadrons are designed for tactical landing and evacuation, transfer of personnel, weapons, ammunition and other means of logistics support (both in the cargo bay, and the external suspension), search and rescue operations, as well as the evacuation of the wounded.
The main types of transport and landing helicopters are the Mi-17 and Z-8.
The Z-8 is a licensed copy of the French Super Frelon helicopter. There are three modifications of the helicopter: Z-8Z, the first serial modification of the transport helicopter; the Z-8F, with improved engines; the Z-8K/KA, a vehicle for search and rescue operations.
The military and political leadership of China pursues a consistent policy aimed at improving the capabilities of the army aviation, developing the national helicopter industry and reducing dependence on foreign supplies of spare parts. In the near future, a new multi-purpose Z-20 helicopter is expected to enter service with the PLA, based on the civilian Sikorsky transport helicopter S-70C-2, which was purchased from the USA.
In terms of tactical and technical characteristics, the Z-20 is close to the UH-20 Black Hawk multi-purpose helicopter, which is in service with the U.S. Armed Forces.
The Z-20 differs from the S-70C-2 by the presence of a five-blade main screw and an increased volume of cargo and passenger compartment. The Z-20 helicopter has a payload weight of up to 9,000 kg (1,000 kg of cargo and passenger load and 8,000 kg on the external sling), which will allow it to carry up to 15 fully equipped soldiers.
In addition, the new machine is also designed for highland operations. It is planned that the Mi-17 transport and landing helicopters will be taken off the armament and replaced by the Z-20.
At present, the country’s aircraft industry is actively researching the creation of a heavy transport and landing aircraft (with four-blade large-diameter propellers, similar to the American CV-22 Osprey) and a high-speed helicopter (similar to the S-97 Raider from the Sikorsky company), capable of cruising speeds of over 400 km/h.
The Chinese analogue of the S-97 helicopter has larger dimensions, is made on the coaxial scheme with four-blade bearing and stabilising screws in the ring channels, located on the tail beam.
In addition, it is planned to develop a large-capacity transport helicopter together with Russian specialists.
Thus, the PLA AF Army Aviation has helicopters and aircraft capable of providing direct air support and combat support to ground forces. The majority of the machines are in satisfactory technical condition, but the aircraft management is trying to improve the fleet of AA aircraft so that it meets the requirements of modern combat.
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southfront--2020-05-23--MK 48 Mod 7 Common Broadband Advanced Sonar System (CBASS) Torpedo (Infographics)

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southfront--2020-05-23--U.S.-led Coalition, SDF Eliminate ISIS ‘Real Estate Director’ In New Operation

Late on May 21 , the U.S.-led coalition and the Syrian Democratic Forces ( SDF ) carried out a new security operation in the southeastern Deir Ezzor countryside .
The operation took place in the town of al-Shheell .
A joint force of the coalition and the SDF raided several houses in al-Shabkah neighborhood in the center of the town .
Heavy clashes broke out as a result .
“ A new operation carried out by our special units with the international coalition , through a raid on two positions of the terrorist organization ISIS in al-Shheell , ” the @ @ @ @ @ @ @ Center said in a short statement .
According to the Jesr Press , a pro-opposition news outlet , Mohamad Khalid al-Adad was killed in the clashes .
The man was a former director in ISIS ’ “ Real Estate Directorate.
” Several other locals were arrested .
Weapons were also seized .
The U.S.-led coalition and the SDF carried out a series of joint security operations in southeast Deir Ezzor in the last few weeks .
In the most recent operation , which took place on May 17 , two ISIS commanders were @ @ @ @ @ @ @ These operations led to a significant improvement of security in southeast Deir Ezzor .
Nevertheless , the security situation still remains complicated .
A double-tap bombing in al-Busayra killed and injured 16 people on May 22 .
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Late on May 21, the U.S.-led coalition and the Syrian Democratic Forces (SDF) carried out a new security operation in the southeastern Deir Ezzor countryside.
The operation took place in the town of al-Shheell. A joint force of the coalition and the SDF raided several houses in al-Shabkah neighborhood in the center of the town. Heavy clashes broke out as a result.
“A new operation carried out by our special units with the international coalition, through a raid on two positions of the terrorist organization ISIS in al-Shheell,” the SDF’s Coordination and Military Operations Center said in a short statement.
According to the Jesr Press, a pro-opposition news outlet, Mohamad Khalid al-Adad was killed in the clashes. The man was a former director in ISIS’ “Real Estate Directorate.” Several other locals were arrested. Weapons were also seized.
The U.S.-led coalition and the SDF carried out a series of joint security operations in southeast Deir Ezzor in the last few weeks. In the most recent operation, which took place on May 17, two ISIS commanders were killed in the town of al-Busayra.
These operations led to a significant improvement of security in southeast Deir Ezzor. Nevertheless, the security situation still remains complicated. A double-tap bombing in al-Busayra killed and injured 16 people on May 22.
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southfront--2020-05-23--Libyan Army Shares Video Documenting Arms Shipments From Turkey To GNA

The Libyan National Army ( LNA ) has shared a video documenting an arms shipment from Turkey to forces loyal to the Tripoli-based Government of National Accord ( GNA ) .
Maj. Gen. Ahmed al-Mesmari , a spokesman for the LNA , presented the video during a press conference on May 21 .
The video was recovered from a Turkish-made BMC Kirpi mine-resistant ambush protected ( MRAP ) vehicle captured from GNA forces .
The video documents the journey of a large batch of BMC Kirpi vehicles from Turkey to GNA forces , according to the following timeline : • @ @ @ @ @ @ @ 2019 , the vehicles were still at BMC ’ s automotive factory in the western Turkish province of İzmir .
• On May 15 , the vehicles set sail to Libya aboard Moldavian cargo ship “ AMAZON.
” The shipment arrived in Tripoli ’ s port on May 18 .
• From January 11 to March 17 of 2020 , the vehicles were stored in the port area , where Turkish officers trained GNA fighters on how to use them .
• On March 21 , at least one of the vehicles [ @ @ @ @ @ @ @ from ] was deployed in the Mitiga International Airport , where a GNA-Turkish operations room is located .
The vehicle was later dispatched to Turkish-backed Syrian militants .
They used it in attacks on the town of Ayn Zara , where it was likely captured by the LNA .
During the press conference , Maj. Gen. al-Mesmari also shared information on the deployment of Turkish combat drones and Syrian militants in Libya .
The spokesman claimed that Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdogan has been planning to occupy Libya since the last year .
@ @ @ @ @ @ @ ’ s vast support allowed GNA forces to regain momentum in the battle against the LNA .
A series of successful attacks pushed LNA troops out a notable part of Libya ’ s western region .
Turkish drone strikes also inflicted heavy losses on the army .
The LNA is reportedly preparing to strike back .
The army ’ s air-defense systems were reactivated on May 22 .
Several new fighter jets also entered service with the Libyan Air Force ( LNA ) .
These measures could help the LNA to stop the @ @ @ @ @ @ @ TOPIC : • LNA Claims Its Units Shot Down Four Turkish Drones ( Video , Photos )

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The Libyan National Army (LNA) has shared a video documenting an arms shipment from Turkey to forces loyal to the Tripoli-based Government of National Accord (GNA).
Maj. Gen. Ahmed al-Mesmari, a spokesman for the LNA, presented the video during a press conference on May 21. The video was recovered from a Turkish-made BMC Kirpi mine-resistant ambush protected (MRAP) vehicle captured from GNA forces.
The video documents the journey of a large batch of BMC Kirpi vehicles from Turkey to GNA forces, according to the following timeline:
From February 14 to April 28 of 2019, the vehicles were still at BMC’s automotive factory in the western Turkish province of İzmir.
On May 15, the vehicles set sail to Libya aboard Moldavian cargo ship “AMAZON.” The shipment arrived in Tripoli’s port on May 18.
From January 11 to March 17 of 2020, the vehicles were stored in the port area, where Turkish officers trained GNA fighters on how to use them.
On March 21, at least one of the vehicles [the one which the video was recovered from] was deployed in the Mitiga International Airport, where a GNA-Turkish operations room is located.
The vehicle was later dispatched to Turkish-backed Syrian militants. They used it in attacks on the town of Ayn Zara, where it was likely captured by the LNA.
During the press conference, Maj. Gen. al-Mesmari also shared information on the deployment of Turkish combat drones and Syrian militants in Libya. The spokesman claimed that Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdogan has been planning to occupy Libya since the last year.
“This is a solid proof we present to the international community and the UN on Erdogan’s support to extremism, terrorism and crime,” the spokesman said.
In the last few weeks, Turkey’s vast support allowed GNA forces to regain momentum in the battle against the LNA. A series of successful attacks pushed LNA troops out a notable part of Libya’s western region. Turkish drone strikes also inflicted heavy losses on the army.
The LNA is reportedly preparing to strike back. The army’s air-defense systems were reactivated on May 22. Several new fighter jets also entered service with the Libyan Air Force (LNA). These measures could help the LNA to stop the ongoing GNA advance.
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southfront--2020-05-23--Syrian Army Hunts Down ISIS Terrorists In Desert

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This week , the Syrian Army , Liwa al-Quds and the National Defense Forces have conducted a series of anti-ISIS raids in the Homs-Deir Ezzor desert .
The intensification of the anti-ISIS efforts followed an ISIS attack near Ghabagheb , on the Damascus-Deir Ezzor highway .
On May 17 , ISIS terrorists set up a fake checkpoint and killed several civilians and soldiers there .
On May 18 , the NDF and Liwa al-Quds sent reinforcements to the area of al-Sukhna from their positions near al-Rusafah in the province of Raqqah @ @ @ @ @ @ @ 19 .
In the following days , the army and its allies destroyed several ISIS hideouts in the area between Haribshi and Faydat Umm Muyni ’ a , and near Sukhna .
The most intense clashes erupted between al-Quds and ISIS in the desert area near Palmyra on May 21 .
According to photos and videos released by government sources , several ISIS members were eliminated and at least 3 vehicles were captured in these raids .
Despite this , the desert is still infested with terrorists .
Early on May 22 , @ @ @ @ @ @ @ .
Additionally , ISIS cells conducted at least 5 attacks on government forces in the provinces of Daraa and al-Quneitra .
On May 18 , a soldier was shot and killed on a road between al-Sahoah and al-Musayfrah .
On the same day , ISIS killed a local accusing him of being a “ spy ” for the Military Intelligence Directorate in al-Jeezah .
On May 19 , two soldiers were shot and killed near the town of Kafr Shams .
On May 19 , a security officer was shot and killed near @ @ @ @ @ @ @ 19 , a soldier was killed near Khan Arnabeh .
These developments demonstrate that terrorists successfully used the timeout that they got thanks to the Turkish-Syrian conflict in Idlib and now government forces will need contribute extensive efforts to neutralize the resurfaced ISIS network in southern and eastern Syria .
On May 20 , Ankara and Moscow made another small but important step in implementing the southern Idlib de-escalation agreement .
A joint patrol held by the Russian Military Police and the Turkish Army for the first time bypassed the town of Arihah @ @ @ @ @ @ @ village of Kafer Shalaya west of it .
It became the longest patrol held by the sides since the reaching of the de-escalation agreement in March .
Earlier in May , Turkish forces managed to remove a protest camp blocking the M4 highway .
According to local sources , the removal of the protest was Ankara ’ s tactical agreement with al-Qaeda-affiliated Hay ’ at Tahrir al-Sham .
In any case , this helped to de-escalate the situation along at least a part of the M4 security zone .
At the same time @ @ @ @ @ @ @ by another al-Qaeda-linked group , the Turkistan Islamic Party , still remains an important source of instability in the area .
In northeastern Syria , the Syrian Army continues its campaign to limit the freedom of operations of the US-led coalition .
On May 20 , Syrian troops intercepted a US military convoy near Umm al-Khair and forced it to retreat to its positions near al-Hasakah .
US forces in fact found themselves surrounded at their positions near oil fields that the Trump administration wanted so much .

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This week, the Syrian Army, Liwa al-Quds and the National Defense Forces have conducted a series of anti-ISIS raids in the Homs-Deir Ezzor desert.
The intensification of the anti-ISIS efforts followed an ISIS attack near Ghabagheb, on the Damascus-Deir Ezzor highway. On May 17, ISIS terrorists set up a fake checkpoint and killed several civilians and soldiers there. On May 18, the NDF and Liwa al-Quds sent reinforcements to the area of al-Sukhna from their positions near al-Rusafah in the province of Raqqah. Coordinated anti-ISIS raids started on May 19. In the following days, the army and its allies destroyed several ISIS hideouts in the area between Haribshi and Faydat Umm Muyni’a, and near Sukhna. The most intense clashes erupted between al-Quds and ISIS in the desert area near Palmyra on May 21.
According to photos and videos released by government sources, several ISIS members were eliminated and at least 3 vehicles were captured in these raids. Despite this, the desert is still infested with terrorists. Early on May 22, terrorists ambushed an army vehicle near al-Rusafah.
Additionally, ISIS cells conducted at least 5 attacks on government forces in the provinces of Daraa and al-Quneitra. On May 18, a soldier was shot and killed on a road between al-Sahoah and al-Musayfrah. On the same day, ISIS killed a local accusing him of being a “spy” for the Military Intelligence Directorate in al-Jeezah. On May 19, two soldiers were shot and killed near the town of Kafr Shams. On May 19, a security officer was shot and killed near the town of al-Harah. On May 19, a soldier was killed near Khan Arnabeh.
These developments demonstrate that terrorists successfully used the timeout that they got thanks to the Turkish-Syrian conflict in Idlib and now government forces will need contribute extensive efforts to neutralize the resurfaced ISIS network in southern and eastern Syria.
On May 20, Ankara and Moscow made another small but important step in implementing the southern Idlib de-escalation agreement. A joint patrol held by the Russian Military Police and the Turkish Army for the first time bypassed the town of Arihah on the M4 highway and reached the village of Kafer Shalaya west of it. It became the longest patrol held by the sides since the reaching of the de-escalation agreement in March.
Earlier in May, Turkish forces managed to remove a protest camp blocking the M4 highway. According to local sources, the removal of the protest was Ankara’s tactical agreement with al-Qaeda-affiliated Hay’at Tahrir al-Sham. In any case, this helped to de-escalate the situation along at least a part of the M4 security zone. At the same time, the town of Jisr al-Shughur controlled by another al-Qaeda-linked group, the Turkistan Islamic Party, still remains an important source of instability in the area.
In northeastern Syria, the Syrian Army continues its campaign to limit the freedom of operations of the US-led coalition. On May 20, Syrian troops intercepted a US military convoy near Umm al-Khair and forced it to retreat to its positions near al-Hasakah. US forces in fact found themselves surrounded at their positions near oil fields that the Trump administration wanted so much.
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southfront--2020-05-23--Syrian Authorities Exchange Prisoners With Al-Qaeda’s Operations Room In Eastern Idlib (Videos)

On May 22 , Syrian authorities and al-Qaeda ’ s wa-Harid al-Mu ’ minin operations room exchanged prisoners in the @ @ @ @ @ prisoner exchange took place in the town of Talhiyeh .
Dozens of terrorists were deployed @ @ @ @ @ during the process .
The terrorists released three Syrian soldiers who were captured in previous @ @ @ @ @ In exchange , Syrian authorities released two women who were in jail for unknown reasons @ @ @ @ @ women were also handed over .
Three days ago , Syrian authorities freed a service @ @ @ @ @ and got the bodies of two killed soldiers in a similar deal with Turkish-backed Faylaq @ @ @ @ @ , a Syrian officer and soldier were freed and a body was returned under a @ @ @ @ @ at Tahrir al-Sham ( HTS ) .
More prisoners exchange deals will likely happen soon @ @ @ @ @ the ceasefire in Greater Idlib as an opportunity to free their captives .
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On May 22, Syrian authorities and al-Qaeda’s wa-Harid al-Mu’minin operations room exchanged prisoners in the eastern Idlib countryside.
The prisoner exchange took place in the town of Talhiyeh. Dozens of terrorists were deployed inside and around the town during the process.
The terrorists released three Syrian soldiers who were captured in previous battles in northern Lattakia. In exchange, Syrian authorities released two women who were in jail for unknown reasons. Three children of the women were also handed over.
Three days ago, Syrian authorities freed a service member, a female informant and got the bodies of two killed soldiers in a similar deal with Turkish-backed Faylaq al-Sham. Prior to that, a Syrian officer and soldier were freed and a body was returned under a deal with al-Qaeda-affiliated Hay’at Tahrir al-Sham (HTS).
More prisoners exchange deals will likely happen soon. Both sides apparently see the ceasefire in Greater Idlib as an opportunity to free their captives.
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southfront--2020-05-23--In Video: Russian Security Forces Eliminated 6 ISIS Terrorists In Dagestan

Erdofuck who else ?
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… indigenous people are turkoids..the area is the playground of turdish islamist MB faction… Like @ @ @ @ @ news make my day !
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On May 22, security forces eliminated 6 ISIS terrroists in Russia’s Republic of Dagestan. The operation took place in the Hasavurt district of the republic. At least one member of security forces was injured during the clashes. A large number of weapons and ammunition was seized on the site.
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southfront--2020-05-23--Shipbuilders Float Out Latest Frigate For Russian Navy

The Severnaya Shipyard earlier built two Project 22350 frigates .
The frigate Admiral of the Fleet of the Soviet Union Gorshkov has been in service with the Northern Fleet since July 2018 .
The frigate Fleet Admiral Kasatonov has completed its trials and is preparing for its delivery to the Russian Navy .
The frigate Admiral of the Fleet of the Soviet Union Isakov is currently under construction at the Shipyard .
On April 23 , 2019 , the Severnaya Shipyard laid down two modernized Project 22350 frigates .
Two more frigates are expected to be laid down soon .
@ @ @ @ @ @ @ Oniks universal shipborne launchers of eight missiles each .
The frigate Admiral Gorshkov is taking part in the trials of the Tsirkon hypersonic cruise missile .
Project 22350 frigates are expected to become the Russian Navy ’ s most advanced warships in their class .
These frigates displace 4,500 tonnes and can develop a speed of 29 knots .
In addition to Oniks and Kalibr cruise missiles , they are armed with Poliment-Redut air defense missile systems .
The Severnaya Shipyard is one of Russia ’ s largest shipbuilding enterprises , which builds @ @ @

“The frigate Admiral Golovko has been put afloat,” the Shipyard said.
The Severnaya Shipyard earlier built two Project 22350 frigates. The frigate Admiral of the Fleet of the Soviet Union Gorshkov has been in service with the Northern Fleet since July 2018. The frigate Fleet Admiral Kasatonov has completed its trials and is preparing for its delivery to the Russian Navy. The frigate Admiral of the Fleet of the Soviet Union Isakov is currently under construction at the Shipyard.
On April 23, 2019, the Severnaya Shipyard laid down two modernized Project 22350 frigates. Two more frigates are expected to be laid down soon.
Project 22350 frigates carry two Kalibr-NK and/or Oniks universal shipborne launchers of eight missiles each. The frigate Admiral Gorshkov is taking part in the trials of the Tsirkon hypersonic cruise missile.
Project 22350 frigates are expected to become the Russian Navy’s most advanced warships in their class. These frigates displace 4,500 tonnes and can develop a speed of 29 knots. In addition to Oniks and Kalibr cruise missiles, they are armed with Poliment-Redut air defense missile systems.
The Severnaya Shipyard is one of Russia’s largest shipbuilding enterprises, which builds advanced frigates.


southfront--2020-05-23--LNA Claims Its Units Shot Down Four Turkish Drones (Video, Photos)

The Libyan National Army ( LNA ) claimed on May 22 that its air-defense units had shot down four Turkish drones in different parts of Libya .
Two of the drones were allegedly shot down near the town of Tarhunah .
The others were downed while flying over the towns of Qaryat and Bu al-Gahrib .
The towns are all located south and southeast of the country ’ s capital , Tripoli .
Libyan sources shared a video and several photos showing the remains of the downed drones , which appeared to be similar to the Turkish-made Bayraktar TB2 .
@ @ @ @ @ @ @ in the recent few weeks in order to support the Government of National Accord ( GNA ) .
Combat drones destroyed several Russian-made Pantsir-S1 air-defense systems , which were used by the LNA .
The systems were sent to the LNA by the UAE .
Despite the recent losses , the LNA is still apparently retaining some air-defense capabilities .
Recent reports also revealed that the army is rearming its air force with restored fighter jets , including Mig-29s .
This may help the LNA to regain momentum in the battle against the @ @ @ @ @ @ @ • Haftar ’ s Forces On The Back Foot As GNA Moves Towards Tarhuna

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The Libyan National Army (LNA) claimed on May 22 that its air-defense units had shot down four Turkish drones in different parts of Libya.
Two of the drones were allegedly shot down near the town of Tarhunah. The others were downed while flying over the towns of Qaryat and Bu al-Gahrib. The towns are all located south and southeast of the country’s capital, Tripoli.
Libyan sources shared a video and several photos showing the remains of the downed drones, which appeared to be similar to the Turkish-made Bayraktar TB2.
#BREAKING: I just got confirmation that the #Libya National Army successfully shot-down at-least one #Turkish Bayraktar TB2 armed drone of #GNA over #Tarhuna using Pantsir S1E surface-to-air missile system last night. pic.twitter.com/VdgtAdgmMw — Babak Taghvaee – Μπάπακ Τακβαίε – بابک تقوایی (B) (@BabakTaghvaee1) May 22, 2020
Turkey intensified its drone operations in Libya in the recent few weeks in order to support the Government of National Accord (GNA).
Combat drones destroyed several Russian-made Pantsir-S1 air-defense systems, which were used by the LNA. The systems were sent to the LNA by the UAE.
Despite the recent losses, the LNA is still apparently retaining some air-defense capabilities. Recent reports also revealed that the army is rearming its air force with restored fighter jets, including Mig-29s. This may help the LNA to regain momentum in the battle against the GNA.
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southfront--2020-05-23--In Photos: Syrian Government Forces’ Operation Against ISIS In Homs-Deir Ezzor Desert

Russian war correspondent Oleg Blokhin released fresh photos showing the ongoing anti-ISIS operation of the Syrian Army , Liwa al-Quds @ @ @ @ @ Homs-Deir Ezzor desert .
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Russian war correspondent Oleg Blokhin released fresh photos showing the ongoing anti-ISIS operation of the Syrian Army, Liwa al-Quds and their allies in the Homs-Deir Ezzor desert.
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southfront--2020-05-23--Syrian Army Uncovers Weapons, Including Anti-Aircraft Missiles, In Western Daraa (Photos)

The Syrian Arab Army ( SAA ) uncovered a number of weapons caches during recent search operations in the western @ @ @ @ @ Arab News Agency ( SANA ) reported on May 23 .
A source in the @ @ @ @ @ agency that the weapons were uncovered in cooperation with the region ’ s locals .
@ @ @ @ @ arms and loads of ammunition , as well as : • At least six rounds @ @ @ @ @ anti-tank weapon .
Some of these weapons , like the Soviet MANPADs , were likely @ @ @ @ @ depots in the early years of the conflict .
Other weapons , however , were @ @ @ @ @ its regional allies .
The SAA stepped up its search operations in the southern region @ @ @ @ @ , the army seized more than 30 anti-tank guided missiles ( ATGMs ) , including @ @ @ @ @ THIS TOPIC :

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The Syrian Arab Army (SAA) uncovered a number of weapons caches during recent search operations in the western Daraa countryside, the Syrian Arab News Agency (SANA) reported on May 23. A source in the army told the state-run news agency that the weapons were uncovered in cooperation with the locals.
The weapons caches contained light arms and loads of ammunition, as well as:
A Soviet-made 9K310 Igla-1 man-portable air-defense systems (MANPADs);
A Soviet-made 9K32 Strela-2 MANPADs;
Two Soviet-made RPG-26 anti-tank rocket-propelled grenades;
At least six rounds for the Yugoslav-made M79 Osa anti-tank weapon.
Some of these weapons, like the Soviet MANPADs, were likely captured from the SAA ammo depots in the early years of the conflict. Other weapons, however, were supplied by the U.S. and its regional allies.
The SAA stepped up its search operations in the southern region recently. Earlier this week, the army seized more than 30 anti-tank guided missiles (ATGMs), including U.S.-made TOWs.
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southfront--2020-05-23--US Navy Successfully Tested Laser Weapon That Can Destroy Aircraft Mid-Flight (Videos)

Its probatly like that .
They proove it soes work .
I am no expert in this , but as @ @ @ @ @ power is very difficult to spread out , so they have to be very accurate @ @ @ @ @ we see a pilot projekts , which has potential .
But as we see fx @ @ @ @ @ batteries and windpower , the next generations actually can and will replace other systems .
@ @ @ @ @ itself , but the system around it does it .
Most people do recall the @ @ @ @ @ invensions even there were several .
The idea was making a mix making the PC @ @ @ @ @ plays .
Expensive : Yes .
But sometimes its worth it .
I also reflect @ @ @ @ @ attacked by several missiles at the same time .

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The US Navy’s amphibious transport dock ship USS Portland has successfully tested a new high-energy laser weapon that can destroy aircraft mid-flight, the Navy’s Pacific Fleet said in a statement May 22.
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southfront--2020-05-23--U.S. Forces Intercept Russian Patrol In Syria’s Al-Hasakah (Photos)

On May 23 , a unit of the Russian Military Police was intercepted by U.S. forces while it was conducting a routine patrol around the town of Tell Tamr in northern al-Hasakah .
According to local sources , U.S. forces blocked the M4 highway with several armored vehicles , preventing the Russian unit from returning to its base in the border city of al-Qamishli .
This forced the Russian patrol to take a longer route through the al-Darbasiyah-Amuda road .
Such incidents are quite common in northern al-Hasakah .
Three days ago , Syrian Army personnel blocked a U.S. patrol @ @ @ @ @ @ @ , Russian forces intercepted a U.S. convoy east of al-Qamishli .
The Russian Military Police conduct patrols in Tell Tamr ’ s countryside on a regular basis .
Now , the police are preparing to reopen a long strip of the M4 highway linking al-Hasakah , Raqqa and Aleppo on May 25 .
U.S. forces are attempting to limit the movement of the Russian Military Police in northern al-Hasakah , especially near the M4 .
These provocations could foil the efforts to open the highway .
Thousands of civilians in northeast Syria have @ @ @ @ @ @ @ for more than six months now .
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On May 23, a unit of the Russian Military Police was intercepted by U.S. forces while it was conducting a routine patrol around the town of Tell Tamr in northern al-Hasakah.
According to local sources, U.S. forces blocked the M4 highway with several armored vehicles, preventing the Russian unit from returning to its base in the border city of al-Qamishli. This forced the Russian patrol to take a longer route through the al-Darbasiyah-Amuda road.
Such incidents are quite common in northern al-Hasakah. Three days ago, Syrian Army personnel blocked a U.S. patrol near Tell Tamr. Prior to that, Russian forces intercepted a U.S. convoy east of al-Qamishli.
The Russian Military Police conduct patrols in Tell Tamr’s countryside on a regular basis. Now, the police are preparing to reopen a long strip of the M4 highway linking al-Hasakah, Raqqa and Aleppo on May 25.
U.S. forces are attempting to limit the movement of the Russian Military Police in northern al-Hasakah, especially near the M4. These provocations could foil the efforts to open the highway. Thousands of civilians in northeast Syria have been awaiting the reopening of the highway for more than six months now.
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southfront--2020-05-23--White House Mulling First Nuclear Test In 28 Years As ‘Message’ To Russia & China

Remember when we were all told that somehow President Trump is actually Putin ’ s “ useful tool ” and Russian “ asset ” ?
For those keeping track , first Trump dumped the Intermediate-Range Nuclear Forces Treaty ( INF ) , then as of Friday he nixed the Open Skies Treaty , and now even New Start is said to be on the chopping block .
And now it ’ s the very same newspaper that peddled Russia-Trump drivel for years ( among many others ) revealing the administration is actually exploring conducting a nuclear test for the first @ @ @ @ @ @ @ “ message ” to Russia and China .
The Washington Post reports it was under serious discussion during a last Friday ( May 15 ) “ deputies meeting ” of senior national security officials at the White House .
The proposal is said to have been shelved for the time being , or as one Congressional aide criticized bitingly : “ There are still some professionals in the room who told them this is a terrible idea , thank God.
” According to an anonymous senior administration official cited in the proposed US @ @ @ @ @ @ @ leverage in arms negotiations with Russia and China for a White House conceived trilateral arms control deal .
Admin officials have long said , whether related to the INF or New Start , the old Cold War and post-Cold War era treaties remain insufficient in terms of taking into account rapid advances in technology thought to be in the hands of especially China – a central rationale for the United States ’ controversial exit from the INF .
Though there ’ s little to no affirmative evidence , as Beijing officials like to @ @ @ @ @ @ @ late charged both Russia and China with ‘ illegally ’ conducting low-yield nuclear tests , which both countries have denied .
In Beijing ’ s case it ’ s believed China ’ s military is able to conceal such provocative tests at an elaborate underground testing facility .
A senior admin official told the idea of a US test is “ very much an ongoing conversation.
” Elsewhere former defense officials with knowledge of the discussions blasted the deliberations : “ They discussed underground testing in the context of trying to bring China @ @ @ @ @ @ @ , ” a former official cited in said .
“ Among the professionals in the administration , the idea was dismissed as unworkable and dumb .
The NNSA [ National Nuclear Security Administration ] is definitely not on board .
And it seemed like that state [ department ] wasn ’ t on board either , ” the official criticized .
There hasn ’ t been an American nuclear test ( that ’ s officially known about at least ) since 1992 , upon the end of the Cold War and collapse of @ @ @ @ @ @ @

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Remember when we were all told that somehow President Trump is actually Putin’s “useful tool” and Russian “asset”? For those keeping track, first Trump dumped the Intermediate-Range Nuclear Forces Treaty (INF), then as of Friday he nixed the Open Skies Treaty, and now even New Start is said to be on the chopping block.
And now it’s the very same newspaper that peddled Russia-Trump drivel for years (among many others) revealing the administration is actually exploring conducting a nuclear test for the first time in 28 years ultimately as a “message” to Russia and China.
The Washington Post reports it was under serious discussion during a last Friday (May 15) “deputies meeting” of senior national security officials at the White House.
The proposal is said to have been shelved for the time being, or as one Congressional aide criticized bitingly: “There are still some professionals in the room who told them this is a terrible idea, thank God.”
According to an anonymous senior administration official cited in The Post the proposed US “rapid test” could provide clear leverage in arms negotiations with Russia and China for a White House conceived trilateral arms control deal. Admin officials have long said, whether related to the INF or New Start, the old Cold War and post-Cold War era treaties remain insufficient in terms of taking into account rapid advances in technology thought to be in the hands of especially China – a central rationale for the United States’ controversial exit from the INF.
Though there’s little to no affirmative evidence, as Beijing officials like to remind the world, Washington has of late charged both Russia and China with ‘illegally’ conducting low-yield nuclear tests, which both countries have denied. In Beijing’s case it’s believed China’s military is able to conceal such provocative tests at an elaborate underground testing facility.
A senior admin official told The Post the idea of a US test is “very much an ongoing conversation.”
Elsewhere former defense officials with knowledge of the discussions blasted the deliberations: “They discussed underground testing in the context of trying to bring China to the table for the trilateral agreement,” a former official cited in The Guardian said.
“Among the professionals in the administration, the idea was dismissed as unworkable and dumb. The NNSA [National Nuclear Security Administration] is definitely not on board. And it seemed like that state [department] wasn’t on board either,” the official criticized.
There hasn’t been an American nuclear test (that’s officially known about at least) since 1992, upon the end of the Cold War and collapse of the USSR in the year prior.
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southfront--2020-05-23--Military Situation In Libya On May 23, 2020 (Map Update)

Click to see the full-size image A brief overview of the recent developments in Libya : • Government of National @ @ @ @ @ reportedly captured the bases of Hamza , Takbali from the Libyan National Army ( LNA @ @ @ @ @ reportedly captured Asabiah and Mazdah from the LNA ; • The LNA shot down a @ @ @ @ @ area ; • A supposed Russian prviate military contractor was killed by GNA forces in @ @ @ @ @ .
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A brief overview of the recent developments in Libya:
Government of National Accord (GNA) forces reportedly captured the bases of Hamza, Takbali from the Libyan National Army (LNA);
GNA forces reportedly captured Asabiah and Mazdah from the LNA;
The LNA shot down a Bayraktar TB2 in the Shuwayrif area;
A supposed Russian prviate military contractor was killed by GNA forces in southern Tripoli on May 22.
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southfront--2020-05-23--Military Situation In Afghanistan On May 23, 2020 (Map Update)

Click to see the full-size image A brief overview of the recent developments in Afghanistan : • On May 21 @ @ @ @ @ district ( Nangarhar province ) governor Mohammad Seddiq Dawlatzai was attacked by a suicide bomber @ @ @ @ @ sun were wounded ; • Government forces captured Qari Shafi , also known as Hafiz @ @ @ @ @ district of Herat province .
The detainee is a Taliban military commander and member of @ @ @ @ @ commission ; • “ 146 civilians were killed and 430 others were wounded ” in @ @ @ @ @ Taliban ” during the holy month of Ramadan , ” the Office of National Security @ @ @ @ @ ; • 67 service members of the army , police and local militia switched side @ @ @ @ @ , Baghlan , Paktika and Logar provinces , the group said .
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A brief overview of the recent developments in Afghanistan:
On May 21, the convoy of Chaparhar district (Nangarhar province) governor Mohammad Seddiq Dawlatzai was attacked by a suicide bomber. The governor and his sun were wounded;
Government forces captured Qari Shafi, also known as Hafiz Omeri, in the Shindand district of Herat province. The detainee is a Taliban military commander and member of the Taliban’s leadership commission;
“146 civilians were killed and 430 others were wounded”in attacks “initiated by the Taliban” during the holy month of Ramadan,” the Office of National Security Council reported on May 22;
67 service members of the army, police and local militia switched side to the Taliban in Balkh, Baghlan, Paktika and Logar provinces, the group said.
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southfront--2020-05-23--Russia’s Hypersonic Air Power

Russia’s Hypersonic Air Power

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Russia is actively working to rearm its air forces with Kinzhal hypersonic missiles .
The Kh-47M2 Kinzhal ( Russian for “ Dagger ” ) was one of the six new strategic weapons unveiled by Russian President Vladimir Putin on March 1 , 2018 .
The hypersonic air-launched ballistic missile can carry both conventional and nuclear warheads .
Its reported range is upwards of 2,000 kilometers .
The missile reaches speeds of above Mach 10 and has the capability to perform evasive maneuvers at every stage of flight .
The missile ’ @ @ @ @ @ @ @ Iskander and the guidance section is specifically designed for this missile .
It is capable of attacking stationary and moving targets such as aircraft carriers .
It escalates to hypersonic speeds exceeding Mach 5 within seconds after being launched .
According to Russia , the missile as well as other hypersonic weapons revealed is capable of overcoming any known missile defense system .
The Russian side describe the introduction of new hypersonic weapons as the retaliatory move needed to restore the strategic balance undermined by actions of the US and NATO .
The @ @ @ @ @ @ @ Kinzhal was formed in the Southern Military District of Russia in December 2017 .
As of February 2019 , the number of training flights and patrols of MiG-31K jets armed with the Kinzhal was more than 380 .
Out of those , 70 were performed with mid-air refueling .
The first time the Kinzhal hypersonic missile was presented to the public was at the Aviadarts international contest in August 2019 .
The missile was also successfully launched in the Arctic in November 2019 .
Currently , MiG-31Ks armed with Kinzhal missiles regularly conduct @ @ @ @ @ @ @ the Caspian Sea .
At least 10 MiG-31Ks with Kinzhal hypersonic missiles are deployed at the Akhtubinsk airfield in the Astrakhan region .
Work is ongoing to re-equip the 712th Guards Fighter Aviation Regiment at the Kansk airbase that operates MiG-31Bs with MiG-31Ks armed with the Kinzhal .
In April or May 2020 , the Kinzhal was also successfully test-fired from a Tu-22M3M long-range bomber .
According to PJSC Tupolev , the missile carrier has an expanded combat potential .
Former Commander of the Russian Aerospace Forces Viktor Bondarev , head of the @ @ @ @ @ @ @ reported that the Tu-22M3M will be able to carry hypersonic missiles , in addition to X-32 cruise missiles .
The aircraft will have both weapons equipped .
Reports say that the Su-57 fifth generation fighter , which is now entering service with the Russian military , will also be able to carry Kinzhal missiles .
All of these developments come , as the United States is also hard at work on streamlining development on its own hypersonic weapons .
On May 15 , US President Donald Trump announced that his country is now @ @ @ @ @ @ @ missile ’ that will be 17 times faster than Russia or China have right now .
However , it remains unclear when the US will be able to put such weapons on experimental duty .
In the current conditions , it appears that Russia has a lead to have the only Aerospace Forces around the globe widely modernized with hypersonic weaponry .

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Russia is actively working to rearm its air forces with Kinzhal hypersonic missiles.
The Kh-47M2 Kinzhal (Russian for “Dagger”) was one of the six new strategic weapons unveiled by Russian President Vladimir Putin on March 1, 2018. The hypersonic air-launched ballistic missile can carry both conventional and nuclear warheads. Its reported range is upwards of 2,000 kilometers. The missile reaches speeds of above Mach 10 and has the capability to perform evasive maneuvers at every stage of flight.
The missile’s first stage is shared with 9K720 Iskander and the guidance section is specifically designed for this missile. It is capable of attacking stationary and moving targets such as aircraft carriers. It escalates to hypersonic speeds exceeding Mach 5 within seconds after being launched.
According to Russia, the missile as well as other hypersonic weapons revealed is capable of overcoming any known missile defense system. The Russian side describe the introduction of new hypersonic weapons as the retaliatory move needed to restore the strategic balance undermined by actions of the US and NATO.
The first operational unit, armed with the Kinzhal was formed in the Southern Military District of Russia in December 2017. As of February 2019, the number of training flights and patrols of MiG-31K jets armed with the Kinzhal was more than 380. Out of those, 70 were performed with mid-air refueling.
The first time the Kinzhal hypersonic missile was presented to the public was at the Aviadarts international contest in August 2019. The missile was also successfully launched in the Arctic in November 2019.
Currently, MiG-31Ks armed with Kinzhal missiles regularly conduct patrol flights over the Black Sea and the Caspian Sea. At least 10 MiG-31Ks with Kinzhal hypersonic missiles are deployed at the Akhtubinsk airfield in the Astrakhan region. Work is ongoing to re-equip the 712th Guards Fighter Aviation Regiment at the Kansk airbase that operates MiG-31Bs with MiG-31Ks armed with the Kinzhal.
In April or May 2020, the Kinzhal was also successfully test-fired from a Tu-22M3M long-range bomber. According to PJSC Tupolev, the missile carrier has an expanded combat potential. Former Commander of the Russian Aerospace Forces Viktor Bondarev, head of the Defense and Security Council Committee, previously reported that the Tu-22M3M will be able to carry hypersonic missiles, in addition to X-32 cruise missiles. The aircraft will have both weapons equipped.
Reports say that the Su-57 fifth generation fighter, which is now entering service with the Russian military, will also be able to carry Kinzhal missiles.
All of these developments come, as the United States is also hard at work on streamlining development on its own hypersonic weapons. On May 15, US President Donald Trump announced that his country is now at work on the new ‘super-duper missile’ that will be 17 times faster than Russia or China have right now. However, it remains unclear when the US will be able to put such weapons on experimental duty. In the current conditions, it appears that Russia has a lead to have the only Aerospace Forces around the globe widely modernized with hypersonic weaponry.
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southfront--2020-05-23--Russian Forces To Reopen M4 Highway In Northeast Syria Within Few Days – Report

The M4 highway in northeast Syria will be reopened on May 25 , the RT TV reported on May 23 citing a Russian military source in the region .
The highway , which links al-Hasakah with Raqqa and Aleppo , was blocked last year when the Turkish military and its proxies invaded the northeastern region .
Turkish-backed militants are currently in control of 80 km of the highway .
According to RT ’ s source , Russian forces will coordinate their efforts with the local administration in the town of Tell Tamr in northern al-Hasakah to keep the highway open @ @ @ @ @ @ @ reaching the highway .
The Ministry of Defense of Russia has not commented on the RT report yet .
However , some Kurdish sources confirmed that the highway will be reopened on May 25 .
In October of 2019 , Russia and Turkey reached an agreement on the ceasefire in northeast Syria .
Kurdish forces were pushed at least 30 km away from Turkish border , while the Russian Military Police and the Syrian military were deployed south of the M4 .
The reopening of the M4 in northeast Syria will be major @ @ @ @ @ @ @ of the highway in the northwestern Greater Idlib region is still closed .
Russia and Turkey reached an agreement to open that section earlier this year .
However , it is yet to be implemented .
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The M4 highway in northeast Syria will be reopened on May 25, the RT TV reported on May 23 citing a Russian military source in the region.
“There will be daily Russian patrols, except on Friday, to track the movement on the road and prevent any military provocations on it,” the source told the Russian network.
The highway, which links al-Hasakah with Raqqa and Aleppo, was blocked last year when the Turkish military and its proxies invaded the northeastern region. Turkish-backed militants are currently in control of 80 km of the highway.
According to RT’s source, Russian forces will coordinate their efforts with the local administration in the town of Tell Tamr in northern al-Hasakah to keep the highway open. All forces will be prevented from reaching the highway.
The Ministry of Defense of Russia has not commented on the RT report yet. However, some Kurdish sources confirmed that the highway will be reopened on May 25.
In October of 2019, Russia and Turkey reached an agreement on the ceasefire in northeast Syria. Kurdish forces were pushed at least 30 km away from Turkish border, while the Russian Military Police and the Syrian military were deployed south of the M4.
The reopening of the M4 in northeast Syria will be major achievement. Nevertheless, a long section of the highway in the northwestern Greater Idlib region is still closed. Russia and Turkey reached an agreement to open that section earlier this year. However, it is yet to be implemented.
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southfront--2020-05-23--New Batch Of Hay’at Tahrir Al-Sham ‘Night Snipers’ Completes Training (Photos)

Al-Qaeda-affiliated Hay ’ at Tahrir al-Sham ( HTS ) announced on May 22 that a new batch of its snipers has completed training .
The terrorist group claimed the new snipers are specialized in night operations and trained to use rifles equipped with thermal sights .
Iba ’ a , the HTS news agency , released photos of the new recruits armed with AKM-47 and AK-74-type assault rifles as well as Romanian PSL sniper rifles .
Only few of the rifles were equipped with Pulsar Apex XD75 and Fortuna One 3XL/6XL thermal sights .
HTS is taking advantage of the @ @ @ @ @ @ @ by Russia and Turkey on March 5 , to rebuild its military capabilities .
Earlier this week , the terrorist group said that a large batch of new recruits has jointed its special forces , known as the “ Red Bands.
” Other units completed a “ military enhancement ” training course .
The HTS military buildup could jeopardize the March 5 agreement .
If the agreement collapses , the Syrian Arab Army ( SAA ) and its allies will likely resume military operations in Greater Idlib .
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Al-Qaeda-affiliated Hay’at Tahrir al-Sham (HTS) announced on May 22 that a new batch of its snipers has completed training. The terrorist group claimed the new snipers are specialized in night operations and trained to use rifles equipped with thermal sights.
Iba’a, the HTS news agency, released photos of the new recruits armed with AKM-47 and AK-74-type assault rifles as well as Romanian PSL sniper rifles. Only few of the rifles were equipped with Pulsar Apex XD75 and Fortuna One 3XL/6XL thermal sights.
HTS is taking advantage of the current ceasefire in Greater Idlib, brokered by Russia and Turkey on March 5, to rebuild its military capabilities.
Earlier this week, the terrorist group said that a large batch of new recruits has jointed its special forces, known as the “Red Bands.” Other units completed a “military enhancement” training course.
The HTS military buildup could jeopardize the March 5 agreement. If the agreement collapses, the Syrian Arab Army (SAA) and its allies will likely resume military operations in Greater Idlib.
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southfront--2020-05-23--Horas Al-Din Accuses Syrian Aid Worker Of Spying For U.S.

Al-Qaeda-linked Horas al-Din , one of the largest terrorist groups in Greater Idlib , has accused a Syrian aid worker abducted a few months ago of “ spying ” for the U.S. On May 22 , sources affiliated with the terrorist group said the aid worker , Khalid Mudlalah , was spying for the U.S.-led coalition .
The sources claimed that photos of high-ranking commanders in Horas al-Din , who are known to be wanted by the coalition , were found on Mudlalah ’ s phone .
Mudlalah , who is also known as “ Abu Walid al-Hamui , ” @ @ @ @ @ @ @ , the Sham Al-Khair Society , which has been working in Greater Idlib for years .
He was abducted from his office in al-Dana in north Idlib by a group of Horas al-Din militants in February .
A few weeks after abducting Mudlalah , Horas al-Din militants told his family that there is no evidence that their son was spying for the U.S .
However , the militants asked for a $ 1 million ransom to release him .
His family was not able to pay , and the group didn ’ t @ @ @ @ @ @ @ factions .
Now , Horas al-Din is not only accusing Mudlalah of spying for the U.S , but also of playing a role in the assassination of one of its prominent leaders , Abu Khadija al-Urduniyi .
Al-Urduniyi was killed in a U.S. drone strike on northern Idlib on December 22 of 2019 .
The terrorist ’ s SUV was targeted with an AGM-114R9X Hellfire missile as it was passing near al-Dana .
Horas al-Din sources said Mudlalah will be tried in an “ independent Sharia [ religious ] ” court , once @ @ @ @ @ @ @ U.S. is concluded .
Terrorist groups in Greater Idlib kidnaped many foreign and local aid workers to collect ransoms in the past .
Mudlalah ’ s case is not likely that different .
Horas al-Din demanded money before accusing the man of spying .
This is happening under the eyes of Turkey , which deployed thousands of its troops in Greater Idlib in the recent months .
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Al-Qaeda-linked Horas al-Din, one of the largest terrorist groups in Greater Idlib, has accused a Syrian aid worker abducted a few months ago of “spying” for the U.S.
On May 22, sources affiliated with the terrorist group said the aid worker, Khalid Mudlalah, was spying for the U.S.-led coalition. The sources claimed that photos of high-ranking commanders in Horas al-Din, who are known to be wanted by the coalition, were found on Mudlalah’s phone.
Mudlalah, who is also known as “Abu Walid al-Hamui,” is a director in a well-known charity, the Sham Al-Khair Society, which has been working in Greater Idlib for years. He was abducted from his office in al-Dana in north Idlib by a group of Horas al-Din militants in February.
A few weeks after abducting Mudlalah, Horas al-Din militants told his family that there is no evidence that their son was spying for the U.S. However, the militants asked for a $1 million ransom to release him. His family was not able to pay, and the group didn’t release him despite pressure from Hama armed factions.
Now, Horas al-Din is not only accusing Mudlalah of spying for the U.S, but also of playing a role in the assassination of one of its prominent leaders, Abu Khadija al-Urduniyi.
Al-Urduniyi was killed in a U.S. drone strike on northern Idlib on December 22 of 2019. The terrorist’s SUV was targeted with an AGM-114R9X Hellfire missile as it was passing near al-Dana.
Horas al-Din sources said Mudlalah will be tried in an “independent Sharia [religious]” court, once the investigation into his work for the U.S. is concluded.
Terrorist groups in Greater Idlib kidnaped many foreign and local aid workers to collect ransoms in the past. Mudlalah’s case is not likely that different. Horas al-Din demanded money before accusing the man of spying. This is happening under the eyes of Turkey, which deployed thousands of its troops in Greater Idlib in the recent months.
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southfront--2020-05-23--Turkish-backed Forces Claim That They Killed Russian Private Military Contractor Near Tripoli

Forces of the Turkish-backed Government of National Accord ( GNA ) claimed that they had killed a Russian military contractor in the area of Salah ad-Din south of the Libyan capital of Tripoli .
According to the GNA claims , the supposed Russian fighter had a nickname “ Hunguz ” .
No further details regarding the incident was provided .
The claim came just a few hours after a press conference by the Libyan National Army ( LNA ) – a rival force to the Turkish-backed government .
The LNA provided video evidence of how Turkey supplies military equipment and @ @ @ @ @ @ @ UNSC resolution ) to Libya .
Sources close to the LNA described the GNA claims a propaganda stunt and ‘ fake news ’ using the fact that the Turkish-backed entity revealed very little details regarding the identity of the supposed Russian fighter .
However , reports that the killed person was a Ukrainian doctor appeared to be untrue .
He ( Andrey Kuzmenko ) is alive in Turkey .
Earlier , private miltiary contractors from several post-USSR countries , including Ukraine , were spotted operating in Libya .
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Forces of the Turkish-backed Government of National Accord (GNA) claimed that they had killed a Russian military contractor in the area of Salah ad-Din south of the Libyan capital of Tripoli. According to the GNA claims, the supposed Russian fighter had a nickname “Hunguz”. No further details regarding the incident was provided.
Some issues that were mentioned:
1)10 ruble notes aren't common?
2)Why have RUB in #Libya?
3)Would've expected a better firearm&equipment
4)Claim he's a Ukrainian dr. kidnapped in #Tripoli 5 months ago. Those however use photos of a psychiatrist in Turkey https://t.co/2nQCcSUl0n pic.twitter.com/cBT1REssgQ — Oded Berkowitz (@Oded121351) May 23, 2020
The claim came just a few hours after a press conference by the Libyan National Army (LNA) – a rival force to the Turkish-backed government. The LNA provided video evidence of how Turkey supplies military equipment and send militants from Syria (violating the UNSC resolution) to Libya.
Sources close to the LNA described the GNA claims a propaganda stunt and ‘fake news’ using the fact that the Turkish-backed entity revealed very little details regarding the identity of the supposed Russian fighter. However, reports that the killed person was a Ukrainian doctor appeared to be untrue. He (Andrey Kuzmenko) is alive in Turkey.
Earlier, private miltiary contractors from several post-USSR countries, including Ukraine, were spotted operating in Libya.
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southfront--2020-05-23--U.S.-led Coalition Identifies Two Senior ISIS Commanders Killed In Southeast Deir Ezzor Operation

The U.S.-led coalition announced on May 22 that it had eliminated two senior commanders of ISIS in the eastern Syrian governorate of Deir Ezzor .
The commanders , identified as Ahmad ‘ Isa Ismail al-Zawi and Ahmad ‘ Abd Muhammad Hasan al-Jughayfi , were killed in a joint operation , which was carried out by coalition forces and the Syrian Democratic Forces ( SDF ) on May 17 .
“ Ahmad ‘ Isa Ismail lbarhirn al-Zawi , also known as Abu All al-Baghdadi , was the ISIS Wali of North Baghdad .
As a regional leader , al-Zawi was responsible @ @ @ @ @ @ @ leadership to operatives in North Baghdad .
Ahmad ‘ Abd Muhammad Hasan al-Jughayfi , also known as Abu Ammar , was a senior ISIS logistics and supplies official responsible for directing the acquisition and transport of weapons , IED materials , and personnel across Iraq and Syria , ” the coalition said in a statement .
According to local sources , al-Zawi and al-Jughayfi were killed in the town of al-Busayra in the southeastern Deir Ezzor countryside .
The two commanders were taking shelter in houses of locals that currently live abroad the @ @ @ @ @ @ @ elimination of the commanders will disrupt future attacks against innocent civilians and U.S. allies in the region .
In the last few weeks , the U.S. intensified its operations against ISIS cells in Syria .
A former director in the group ’ s Real Estate Directorate known as Mohamad Khalid al-Adad was killed in a recent raid in southeast Deir Ezzor .
Meanwhile in Turkish-occupied Afrin in northern Syria , an airstrike , allegedly carried out by a U.S. drone , killed Abu Zaki al-Taibani , the military commander of ISIS ’ Hama @ @ @ @ @ @ @ ISIS commanders in Syria are taking shelters in areas controlled by the U.S. allies , Turkey and the SDF .
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The U.S.-led coalition announced on May 22 that it had eliminated two senior commanders of ISIS in the eastern Syrian governorate of Deir Ezzor.
The commanders, identified as Ahmad ‘Isa Ismail al-Zawi and Ahmad ‘Abd Muhammad Hasan al-Jughayfi, were killed in a joint operation, which was carried out by coalition forces and the Syrian Democratic Forces (SDF) on May 17.
“Ahmad ‘Isa Ismail lbarhirn al-Zawi, also known as Abu All al-Baghdadi, was the ISIS Wali of North Baghdad. As a regional leader, al-Zawi was responsible for disseminating terrorist guidance from senior ISIS leadership to operatives in North Baghdad. Ahmad ‘Abd Muhammad Hasan al-Jughayfi, also known as Abu Ammar, was a senior ISIS logistics and supplies official responsible for directing the acquisition and transport of weapons, IED materials, and personnel across Iraq and Syria,” the coalition said in a statement.
According to local sources, al-Zawi and al-Jughayfi were killed in the town of al-Busayra in the southeastern Deir Ezzor countryside. The two commanders were taking shelter in houses of locals that currently live abroad the country.
The coalition claimed that the elimination of the commanders will disrupt future attacks against innocent civilians and U.S. allies in the region.
In the last few weeks, the U.S. intensified its operations against ISIS cells in Syria. A former director in the group’s Real Estate Directorate known as Mohamad Khalid al-Adad was killed in a recent raid in southeast Deir Ezzor.
Meanwhile in Turkish-occupied Afrin in northern Syria, an airstrike, allegedly carried out by a U.S. drone, killed Abu Zaki al-Taibani, the military commander of ISIS’ Hama Wilayat.
The recent operations revealed that ISIS commanders in Syria are taking shelters in areas controlled by the U.S. allies, Turkey and the SDF.
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southfront--2020-05-24--New Iraqi Armed Group Targets U.S.-led Coalition Base, Helicopter (Videos)

A new Iraqi armed group identifying itself as the al-Muhandis ’ Revenge Brigade ( MRB ) announced on May 21 that its fighters had carried out two attacks on U.S. forces .
The group is named after Abu Mahdi al-Muhandis , the former Deputy-Commander of the Popular Mobilization Units ( PMU ) .
Al-Muhandis was killed along with Iran ’ s Quds Force Commander Maj. Gen. Qassim Soleimani in a U.S. strike on the Baghdad International Airport last January .
In its first official statement , the group said its fighters carried out the following attacks : • On April @ @ @ @ @ @ @ Chinook helicopter of the U.S.-led coalition in Baghdad ’ s southeastern outskirt with two man-portable air-defense systems ( MANPADs ) , likely 9k32 strela-2s .
The attack was apparently a failure , as no hit can be seen in the video .
Furthermore , no U.S. helicopter were reportedly shot down near the Iraqi capital on April 17 .
• On May 6 , MRB fighters shelled the U.S.-led coalition ’ s Victory Base Complex in the Baghdad International Airport with four Katyusha rockets .
Middle Eastern armed groups usually use the term @ @ @ @ @ @ @ variety of 107 mm rockets .
The attack was successful , with at least three of the rockets landing in the base .
However , no casualties were reported .
The MRB concluded its statement by vowing to force U.S. troops to out of “ the land of al-Husayn [ Iraq ] , defeated and disappointed.
” Following the assassination of al-Muhandis and Soleimani , several new Shiite armed groups surfaced in Iraq .
One of these groups , Usbat al-Tha ’ ireen ( UT ) , has claimed responsibility for a rocket @ @ @ @ @ @ @ members .
Little is known about these new armed group , which are posing a growing threat to U.S. forces currently deployed in Iraq .
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A new Iraqi armed group identifying itself as the al-Muhandis’ Revenge Brigade (MRB) announced on May 21 that its fighters had carried out two attacks on U.S. forces.
The group is named after Abu Mahdi al-Muhandis, the former Deputy-Commander of the Popular Mobilization Units (PMU). Al-Muhandis was killed along with Iran’s Quds Force Commander Maj. Gen. Qassim Soleimani in a U.S. strike on the Baghdad International Airport last January.
In its first official statement, the group said its fighters carried out the following attacks:
On April 17, MRB fighters targeted a CH-47 Chinook helicopter of the U.S.-led coalition in Baghdad’s southeastern outskirt with two man-portable air-defense systems (MANPADs), likely 9k32 strela-2s.
The attack was apparently a failure, as no hit can be seen in the video. Furthermore, no U.S. helicopter were reportedly shot down near the Iraqi capital on April 17.
On May 6, MRB fighters shelled the U.S.-led coalition’s Victory Base Complex in the Baghdad International Airport with four Katyusha rockets. Middle Eastern armed groups usually use the term “Katyusha” to refer to a variety of 107 mm rockets.
The attack was successful, with at least three of the rockets landing in the base. However, no casualties were reported.
The MRB concluded its statement by vowing to force U.S. troops to out of “the land of al-Husayn [Iraq], defeated and disappointed.”
Following the assassination of al-Muhandis and Soleimani, several new Shiite armed groups surfaced in Iraq. One of these groups, Usbat al-Tha’ireen (UT), has claimed responsibility for a rocket attack that killed three U.S.-led coalition service members.
Little is known about these new armed group, which are posing a growing threat to U.S. forces currently deployed in Iraq.
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southfront--2020-05-24--Military Situation In Afghanistan On May 24, 2020 (Map Update)

Click to see the full-size image A brief overview of the recent developments in Afghanistan : • The Taliban announced @ @ @ @ @ during the 3 days of Eid al-Fitr ; • The Taliban claimed that government forces @ @ @ @ @ the Manjigak district of Jowzjan province ; • The Taliban says that the police chief @ @ @ @ @ Wardak province was shot dead by one of his officers ; • The Taliban took @ @ @ @ @ the 8th district of the provincial capital of Badakhshan province .
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A brief overview of the recent developments in Afghanistan:
The Taliban announced the half of offensive operations during the 3 days of Eid al-Fitr;
The Taliban claimed that government forces destroyed 23 civilian houses in the Manjigak district of Jowzjan province;
The Taliban says that the police chief of the Chak district, Wardak province was shot dead by one of his officers;
The Taliban took control of 2 posts in the 8th district of the provincial capital of Badakhshan province.
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southfront--2020-05-24--Military Situation In Syria On May 24, 2020 (Map Update)

Click to see the full-size image A brief overview of the recent developments in Syria : • The militant killed @ @ @ @ @ on Afrin was identified as the military commander of ISIS ’ “ Hama Wilayat ” @ @ @ @ @ announced on May 22 that it had eliminated two senior ISIS commanders in Deir Ezzor @ @ @ @ @ claimed that it captured a US-led coalition spy in Greater Idlib ; • A new @ @ @ @ @ Tahrir al-Sham snipers passed training in Idlib ; • The M4 highway in northeastern Syria @ @ @ @ @ according to local sources ; • US forces intercepted a Russian Military Police patrol near @ @ @ @ @ Syrian Army recovered a large number of weapons during search operations in the Daraa countryside @ @ @ @ @ : • Military Situation In Syria On May 23 , 2020 ( Map Update )

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southfront--2020-05-24--Elite US Marine Unit Conducts Live-Fire Drills In Persian Gulf “Message To Iran”

Days ago we took note of Secretary of State Pompeo ’ s somewhat rare epic ‘ regime change tweet tirade ’ which included no less than nine fiery statements coming in minutes aimed at ‘ rogue regimes ’ Iran , Cuba and Venezuela .
Though some pundits have noted the administration is looking for a “ distraction ” and way out of the nation ’ s corona-crisis , perhaps eager to claim an easy ‘ victory ’ prior to November on the foreign policy front , it does look as if things in both the Persian Gulf and even Caribbean @ @ @ @ @ @ @ inbound to deliver gasoline to Maduro ’ s Venezuela ) are heating up and set for violent showdown .
Amid an exchange of heightening threats and counter-threats between Tehran and Washington , Fox News reports that an elite US Marine unit is conducting ongoing ‘ live-fire ’ drills in the Persian Gulf .
This is a clear reports Fox ’ s Lucas Tomlinson .
“ In a message to Iran , U.S. Air Force AC-130 gunship does some target practice in Persian Gulf with the USS Bataan Amphibious Ready Group and embarked 26th @ @ @ @ @ @ @ , also publishing rare photos of the late night operation .
He further describes : “ The live-fire training began on same day U.S. military warned Iran to keep back 100 meters from its warships after harassment by small gunboats from Islamic Revolutionary Guard last month.
” Days ago , on May 19 , the US Navy issued an alert which Reuters described as “ aimed squarely at Iran ” .
It warned that all ships in the gulf must stay at least 100 meters away from U.S. warships or risk being “ @ @ @ @ @ @ @ lawful defensive measures.
” Reuters noted further , “ The Pentagon has stated that Trump ’ s threat was meant to underscore the Navy ’ s right to self-defense.
” This was after multiple filmed incidents involving Iranian naval ‘ fast-boats ’ in high-risk maneuvers near American ships , aimed at harassing the US presence .
As we ’ ve underscored before , a number of indicators suggest we are in for another hot ‘ tanker war ’ summer in the Gulf , akin to last year ’ s tit-for-tat escalation .
But @ @ @ @ @ @ @ major conflict is even more likely , given the US killing of IRGC Quds Force commander Qassem Soleimani in January , which has significantly raised the stakes .

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Days ago we took note of Secretary of State Pompeo’s somewhat rare epic ‘regime change tweet tirade’ which included no less than nine fiery statements coming in minutes aimed at ‘rogue regimes’ Iran, Cuba and Venezuela.
Though some pundits have noted the administration is looking for a “distraction” and way out of the nation’s corona-crisis, perhaps eager to claim an easy ‘victory’ prior to November on the foreign policy front, it does look as if things in both the Persian Gulf and even Caribbean (where 5 Iranian fuel tankers are inbound to deliver gasoline to Maduro’s Venezuela) are heating up and set for violent showdown.
Amid an exchange of heightening threats and counter-threats between Tehran and Washington, Fox News reports that an elite US Marine unit is conducting ongoing ‘live-fire’ drills in the Persian Gulf. This is a clear “message to Iran” reports Fox’s Lucas Tomlinson.
“In a message to Iran, U.S. Air Force AC-130 gunship does some target practice in Persian Gulf with the USS Bataan Amphibious Ready Group and embarked 26th Marine Expeditionary Unit,” Thomlinson writes, also publishing rare photos of the late night operation.
He further describes: “The live-fire training began on same day U.S. military warned Iran to keep back 100 meters from its warships after harassment by small gunboats from Islamic Revolutionary Guard last month.”
Days ago, on May 19, the US Navy issued an alert which Reuters described as “aimed squarely at Iran”.
It warned that all ships in the gulf must stay at least 100 meters away from U.S. warships or risk being “interpreted as a threat and subject to lawful defensive measures.”
“Armed vessels approaching within 100 meters of a U.S. naval vessel may be interpreted as a threat,” the official maritime alert said.
Reuters noted further, “The Pentagon has stated that Trump’s threat was meant to underscore the Navy’s right to self-defense.”
This was after multiple filmed incidents involving Iranian naval ‘fast-boats’ in high-risk maneuvers near American ships, aimed at harassing the US presence.
As we’ve underscored before, a number of indicators suggest we are in for another hot ‘tanker war’ summer in the Gulf, akin to last year’s tit-for-tat escalation.
But this time around the potential for a major conflict is even more likely, given the US killing of IRGC Quds Force commander Qassem Soleimani in January, which has significantly raised the stakes.
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southfront--2020-05-24--Military Situation In Yemen On May 24, 2020 (Map Update)

Click to see the full-size image A brief overview of the recent developments in Yemen : • Clashes between Ansar @ @ @ @ @ ongoing near the al-Labanat base ; • Clashes between Ansar Allah and Saudi-led forces continue @ @ @ @ @ MORE ON THE TOPIC : • Military Situation In Yemen On May 23 , 2020 @ @ @ @

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A brief overview of the recent developments in Yemen:
Ceasefire violations were reported in al-Hudaydah;
Saudi-led coalition warplanes struck the Hazm area 8 times;
Saudi-led coalition warplanes struck the Majzar area 4 times;
Saudi-led coalition warplanes struck the Haradh area 5 times;
Clashes between Ansar Allah and Saudi-led forces are ongoing near the al-Labanat base;
Clashes between Ansar Allah and Saudi-led forces continue in the Madghal area.
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southfront--2020-05-24--Pro-GNA Sources Claim Russian Private Military Contractors Withdraw From Tarhuna (Photos, Videos)

Everytime that some Turkish media or U.S gestapo source comes up with this crap or some sort of “ Evidence @ @ @ @ @ with crappy quality images or suspicion of certainty .
It almost remind me of nowadays @ @ @ @ @ s always the same bullshit , 90s , 80s etc ) when some punk says @ @ @ @ @ alien in his backyard… we never get a clear picture… even in 2020 when cellphones @ @ @ @ @ the go Makes me think the same stupid shit with this , when the perpetrators @ @ @ @ @ have shitty and poor evidence ( make up evidence of course ) and some kind @ @ @ @ @ what they “ BELIEVE ” is it .

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PMC Wagner are withdrawing from #Tarhuna with there equipment , in this video you can see a #Russian Msta-B howitzer going towards Bani-walid Airport , that's where they are staying at the moment .#Tripoli #Libya pic.twitter.com/bzcoGhI06E — Ouais Hasairi (@HasairiOuais) May 23, 2020
Russian private military contrators that fight on the side of the Libyan National Army (LNA) are withdrawing from the LNA-controlled town of Tarhuna, according to sources loyal to the Government of National Accord (GNA).
Pro-GNA and pro-Turkish sources speculate that the LNA is going to fully withdraw from the town. Earlier, GNA forces supported by the Turkish military conducted several failed attempts to capture it.
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southfront--2020-05-24--Combat Footage: Houthis’ Operations Against Saudi-led Forces In Yemen

Seriously , I was just reading the since the Pimpeovirus backfired on the Americunt morons and destroyed their deadbeat economy @ @ @ @ @ to the Saudi camelcunt losers at exorbitant prices is their only source of income .
@ @ @ @ @ costing the Saudi losers $ 6 million a month as the Americunts and Eurotrash have @ @ @ @ @ weapons to replace the rapid losses .
Even diddly squat colonial cunts like Canada and @ @ @ @ @ rip off the Saudi morons .
US is on track to become one of the @ @ @ @ @ .
This is where they went wrong for a failed state hooked on wars and @ @ @ @ @ ’ t just a failing state , it is a failed experiment And the mishandling @ @ @ @ @ just another proof .

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Yemen’s Houthis (Ansar Allah) continue their operations against Saudi-led forces in Yemen.
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