Ukraine's military friction with DeepState: Truth under fire
The chief commander of the Armed Forces of Ukraine, Oleksandr Syrski, wants to shut down the DeepState analytical project, claims Ukrainian deputy Mariana Bezhukha. Analysts have created an interactive map showing the situation on the front lines, which in recent days, has not been the best for Ukraine.
The DeepState project features an interactive map depicting military operations in Ukraine, allowing users to track changes along the front line. Launched in 2020 to report on global conflicts, the map shifted focus entirely to the Ukrainian conflict following the full-scale Russian invasion in 2022.
For a long time, this project served as a crucial source of information for analysts and journalists worldwide. Ukrainian authorities also appeared to value it. For instance, the Ministry of Defence's information agency interviewed its creators. The team was also involved in fundraising for the Ukrainian military and soldiers.
Commentators have noted that in recent days, DeepState has gone silent. Since December 21, there have been no updates. Some speculate this could signify serious trouble for Ukrainians on the front line, although the truth appears more complex.
Deputy: Syrski wants to dismantle DeepState
According to Supreme Council deputy Mariana Bezhukha (formerly of Volodymyr Zelensky's Servant of the People party until 2024, when she subsequently departed), the Ukrainian army is targeting DeepState administrators.
"Syrskyi, instead of stabilizing the defense, has launched an offensive against the DeepState team — the last bastion of more or less adequate information about the front line," she wrote on social media.
She claims the army's action plan includes conscripting the DeepState team into the military. "No people, no problem," wrote Bezhukha.
The deputy suggests that the military might also want the Security Service of Ukraine and law enforcement agencies to begin checking the analysts for "disclosure of information." There is a possibility that the army will attempt to discredit the project and ultimately shut it down.
"We have all known DeepState since the beginning of the full-scale invasion. Every day, it remains one of the few sources to understand what is happening, both for civilians and even for the military. The attack of the "old-timers" on the project is yet another dimension of their complete backwardness and evidence that we have truly become hostages of Soviet-style @#&%," Bezhukha argues.
She also called for support of the Ukrainian OSINT community, so that the generals will "choke on their actions."
She addressed Zelensky as well. "Volodymyr Oleksandrovych, where are we headed?" she asked.
DeepState: not all commanders favour the truth
Information from the deputy seems confirmed by DeepState administrators, who posted online.
"We have always worked and made every effort to win and assist our soldiers and our country. Therefore, we enjoy an iron reputation and the most valuable trust among the public and, most importantly, among the military. That's why we have the most renowned map of the Russian-Ukrainian war in Ukraine and worldwide," the analysts wrote.
"But unfortunately, not all chief commanders favour the truth, which is a pity," they added.
The analysts expressed gratitude for the support they receive and assured that they are "not giving up." "Lies will destroy us all," they emphasized.
