George Barros
Coverage of George Barros in the Nexus archive.
- US intel sharing rebounds with Ukraine
The intelligence-sharing between the US and Ukraine has rebounded to previous highs, with Ukraine using long-range drones and missiles to strike Russian territory. This improved cooperation has allowed Ukraine to take back territory and stabilize the front line, creating a strategic opportunity amid stalled US-mediated peace talks.
- Disrupted Russian supply routes are forcing its troops to walk 18 miles to the front lines, Fedorov says
Ukraine's defense minister reported that Russian troops are walking 18 miles to the front lines due to disrupted supply routes in the south. Ukraine has used mid-range drones to target Russian logistics, causing challenges in moving infantry, supplies, and fuel. Crimea, a key logistics hub, faces an energy crisis as Ukrainian drones strike oil facilities and bridges.
- Ukraine's newest attack drones are delivering the kind of strikes that its HIMARS couldn't for years
Ukraine's new GARA drones, equipped with AI systems, are enabling consistent strikes on Russian rear areas, overcoming jamming and carrying heavy payloads. Analysts suggest these drones have restored Ukraine's ability to disrupt Russian logistics and defenses, marking a new phase in the war.