Tracking The War by AAN & CNN

CNN x AAN | Tracking the War: Chernarus Under Pressure as Livonia Closes In

By Elira Vostikova (AAN) & Daniel Ross (CNN International)

In a special field report from Livonia’s eastern frontier, CNN and AAN correspondents have tracked the intensifying collapse of Chernarussian Armed Forces (CAF) positions as the war between Chernarus and Livonia grinds into its second week.

The war between Chernarus and Livonia is entering a critical phase as the Chernarussian Armed Forces (CAF) find themselves increasingly surrounded, isolated, and on the defensive in key regions of Livonia. Despite maintaining localized air superiority within heavily defended zones, Chernarus struggles to project force beyond its limited red-marked air corridor.

It’s a cage. They’re flying in a cage, and the moment they step out, we see everything,

Livonian Defence Forces (LDF) have gained a significant edge in the skies with the continued operation of two SAAB 340 AEW&C aircraft, which remain untouched and are providing persistent radar coverage across the battlespace. These airborne early warning platforms are coordinating closely with JAS 39 Gripen squadrons, which intercept and neutralize CAF aircraft the moment they attempt to break containment.

Chernarus, once confident in its aerial dominance, has suffered critical losses, including the downing of one of only two A-50 Mainstay early warning aircraft. The remaining A-50 is grounded at its last functional airbase, under constant threat from Livonian strikes and long-range precision munitions.

On the ground, several CAF strongholds deep inside Livonia are now contested, with LDF units making tactical advances into previously fortified zones. Reports indicate a growing number of Chernarussian troops surrendering or retreating, unable to maintain supply lines or air support under the mounting pressure.

Meanwhile, in Moscow, Russian President Vladimir Putin addressed growing concerns over potential Russian involvement in the conflict. In a televised statement, Putin criticized what he called Western double standards, pointing to the presence of British forces assisting Livonia as a provocation. “When NATO countries intervene, it is labeled as peacekeeping. But if Russia were to assist Chernarus, it is called escalation,” he said. The Kremlin has not confirmed any deployments, but observers believe the speech signals increasing political will to act, especially as Chernarus continues to suffer battlefield losses.

Military analysts say Livonia’s combined use of air dominance, precision intelligence, and maneuver warfare is steadily collapsing Chernarussian presence west of the frontier, with the balance of power now clearly shifting in favor of Fapovo.