I'm a little disappointed it wasn't attacked overnight as the Russians were said to have feared.
This might be a little tougher than Putin thought...
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And this is the Russian "tourist of the year" 
These orcs are preaching to the wrong choir.
I figure that the timing will be key. Maybe during a procession of orc leadership….
Here’s a counter thought. What if Russia won’t cut off Germany because to do so would back it into a corner and forcing it to, out of national security interests, go all in with all of its assets to eliminate Russia in Ukraine, triggering floodgates with Poland as well.
High-profile attacks behind Russian lines hint at how Ukrainian special forces may be using their US training
Recent attacks behind Russian lines in Crimea may be the work of Ukrainian troops who have trained extensively with US special operators since 2014.
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Smart move here:
www.wsj.com
WSJ News Exclusive | Germany to Keep Last Three Nuclear-Power Plants Running in Policy U-Turn
The move, which was prompted by the mounting economic war with Russia, marks the first departure from a two-decade policy to abandon nuclear energy.
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Smart move here:
WSJ News Exclusive | Germany to Keep Last Three Nuclear-Power Plants Running in Policy U-Turn
The move, which was prompted by the mounting economic war with Russia, marks the first departure from a two-decade policy to abandon nuclear energy.
I kid though. Much like eggs, I believe nuclear power plants have gotten an undeserved bad rap lately:
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Russia needs to sell gas to the Germans. They cannot get by with just China and India as primary customers. For one thing, those two have figured out that they can squeeze Russia on pricing.
Good segment on CNN this morning with Alexander VIndman, and a retired general who are on the ground in Ukraine. They are there trying to work with the Ukrainian government to ease logistics issues, and to see what they need the most. Vindman said he was shocked to see the depletion rate of lieutenants and captains in the Ukrainian military. Their officer corps, especially front line officers have been severely depleted. Both men talked about the challenges of logistics, and maintenance of the weaponry pouring in. The Western tech has given a boost to Ukraine, but they do not have the dedicated support corps that the US has. If something breaks, it has to be loaded up and taken to Poland in most cases. Both men suggested it's time for a Western backed logistics and repair hub in Ukraine, staffed with Western contractors who know how to fix the stuff we've sent over. Vindman was pretty vocal about it being time for longer range weaponry to be sent in. Instead of the max range 80km rockets, we need to look at the 300km stuff, and getting training with F-16s and F-15s going.
If the end game is to totally oust the orcs, the repair hub and longer range gear may push them over the finish line. Tough news about the officer corps, but that makes sense. It has been a grind that not many could have foreseen being as favorable to Ukraine as it has so been so far.
I've been hoping that too but we can't even get the Germans to stop Russian tourism!
I like this version of some context as far as Russian gains.
The thing is, we won't let it happen. If Russia goes after NATO nations, their invading forces will be liquidated by us and the brits, Poland, etc. Give Ukraine what you have.
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Destabilizing the Balkans would be incredibly dumb, but If Putin and Serbia want to do this, then let’s roll and get on with it.
It sure seems like the world is itching for a fight….and the last time we tried to stay out of it we learned that doesn’t work to well…
It sure seems like the world is itching for a fight….and the last time we tried to stay out of it we learned that doesn’t work to well…
It is kind of handy now to have all of our bases in Europe, despite urges of many to close them over the years.
hopefully these people are lining up to be deported?
This guy has to be one of the most brave men on the planet. It is a wonder the Russians have not murdered him yet. Too much international pushback / consequences if the Putin regime murders another political dissident / opponent?
I'm not sure what this means but have been hoping some of the US equipment left in Afghanistan could be sent to Ukraine. Stuff that was flown elsewhere would probably be the easiest to move. Maybe people are working on this.
"The special representative of z-Führer for Afghanistan spoke about the risks of transferring the aviation of the former Afghan National Army that flew to Uzbekistan and Tajikistan to Ukraine."
"The special representative of z-Führer for Afghanistan spoke about the risks of transferring the aviation of the former Afghan National Army that flew to Uzbekistan and Tajikistan to Ukraine."
Good point but not sure Poland feels like helping Germany these days
Fair point. I was thinking they would follow suit once the NATO gloves were off.Good point but not sure Poland feels like helping Germany these days
Much respect for that cat. He and Zelensky are both awe inspiring. True giants of our time.
Won't their troops die of radiation poisoning - silly Orcs.
