"All of Vlad's forces and all of Vlad's men, are out to put Humpty together again." (9 Viewers)
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The Mi-8AMTSh Is One Of Russia’s Best Assault Helicopters. A Defector Just Flew One To Ukraine.
The pilot, whose family already had sneaked out of Russia, defected. The other two crew of the Mi-8 reportedly were killed after they realized they had landed in Ukraine.
www.forbes.com
Ukrainian pilots to train on F-16s in US in weeks: Pentagon - Breaking Defense
Flight training is to begin in October, following language training for what's expected to be "several" Ukrainian pilots and more maintainers.
Thumpalumpacus
Major
A preliminary U.S. intelligence assessment has found that the plane crash presumed to have killed Wagner leader Yevgeny Prigozhin was intentionally caused by an explosion, according to U.S. and Western officials.
One of the officials, who were not authorized to comment and spoke on the condition of anonymity, said that the explosion fell in line with Russian President Vladimir Putin's "long history of trying to silence his critics."
The officials did not offer any details of what caused the explosion that was believed to have killed Prigozhin and several of his lieutenants to avenge a mutiny that challenged the Russian leader's authority.
Details of the U.S. assessment surfaced as Putin on Thursday expressed his condolences to the families of those who were reported to be aboard the jet and referred to "serious mistakes."
www.wbur.org
One of the officials, who were not authorized to comment and spoke on the condition of anonymity, said that the explosion fell in line with Russian President Vladimir Putin's "long history of trying to silence his critics."
The officials did not offer any details of what caused the explosion that was believed to have killed Prigozhin and several of his lieutenants to avenge a mutiny that challenged the Russian leader's authority.
Details of the U.S. assessment surfaced as Putin on Thursday expressed his condolences to the families of those who were reported to be aboard the jet and referred to "serious mistakes."
U.S. intelligence assessment hints Prigozhin's jet crash might have been intentional
One of the officials, who were not authorized to comment and spoke on the condition of anonymity, said that the explosion fell in line with Russian President Vladimir Putin’s “long history of trying to silence his critics.”
drgondog
Major
Respectfully, reaching out and Away from Russia sends a much stronger 'message'. Now, some other interested agency Not Russian, accomplishes more whacking them in Russia. Both would be examples of demonstrating that 'they can't hide anywhere'.
Prigozhin lives! Kremlin battles rumors Wagner chief faked his death
Mercenary warlord likely to live on — if only in legend.
Thumpalumpacus
Major
Maybe, maybe not. You're asking me to join you in speculating on Putin's motives. I don't think a quiet, unnoticed death sends any message far and wide. A key part of ruling by terror is that the terror is known.
As for other nations being involved, neither of us has any evidence. One guess is as good as another.
I like evidence.
Admiral Beez
Major
Perhaps the Freedom of Russia Legion will get some new members?
Greg Boeser
1st Sergeant
Let's hope not.
Thing is, you're speaking as someone who is thinking rationally, objectively - and assuming that Putin still has that level of command, control and advice.
It *may* be a sign of desperation and an indication of another wheel having come off the waggon.
Thumpalumpacus
Major
If they can pass through Ukrainian lines. That might be a hurdle.
Thumpalumpacus
Major
An interesting analysis here: Analysis: Prigozhin's presumed death removes one problem, may create new ones for Putin
And more about Ukrainian pilots Stateside training; they will be trained by 162nd Wing
www.airandspaceforces.com
US Will Train Ukrainian Pilots, Maintainers on the F-16 at Air National Guard Base
The U.S. will train Ukrainian pilots on the F-16 fighter at Morris Air National Guard Base, Ariz., in October, the Pentagon announced.
www.airandspaceforces.com
Admiral Beez
Major
I know it's life or death, but if I was a young Ukrainian pilot this would have to be one of the highlights of my life. You go from a Ukrainian unit making do with old Russian kit to Morris ANG Base to train on F-16s. Just look at this place, amazing.And more about Ukrainian pilots Stateside training; they will be trained by 162nd Wing
US Will Train Ukrainian Pilots, Maintainers on the F-16 at Air National Guard Base
The U.S. will train Ukrainian pilots on the F-16 fighter at Morris Air National Guard Base, Ariz., in October, the Pentagon announced.
Photos: 162nd Wing, Arizona Air National Guard at TIA
The Arizona Air National Guard's 162nd fighter wing at Tucson International Airport through the years.
tucson.com
SaparotRob
Unter Gemeine Geschwader Murmeltier XIII
"...might have been intentional". Ya' think?A preliminary U.S. intelligence assessment has found that the plane crash presumed to have killed Wagner leader Yevgeny Prigozhin was intentionally caused by an explosion, according to U.S. and Western officials.
One of the officials, who were not authorized to comment and spoke on the condition of anonymity, said that the explosion fell in line with Russian President Vladimir Putin's "long history of trying to silence his critics."
The officials did not offer any details of what caused the explosion that was believed to have killed Prigozhin and several of his lieutenants to avenge a mutiny that challenged the Russian leader's authority.
Details of the U.S. assessment surfaced as Putin on Thursday expressed his condolences to the families of those who were reported to be aboard the jet and referred to "serious mistakes."
U.S. intelligence assessment hints Prigozhin's jet crash might have been intentional
One of the officials, who were not authorized to comment and spoke on the condition of anonymity, said that the explosion fell in line with Russian President Vladimir Putin’s “long history of trying to silence his critics.”
