"All of Vlad's forces and all of Vlad's men, are out to put Humpty together again." (6 Viewers)
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Ukraine vows more self-reliance as war enters third year
‘The situation is so dynamic that at the moment commitment [from partners] does not constitute delivery,’ Ukraine Defense Minister Rustem Umerov said.
Ukraine’s foreign minister: Russia must pay for the damage it’s done
Confiscating frozen Russian assets would not only be fair, it would be legitimate. And this can happen as soon as the political will is there.
Burning M1A1 tank in Ukraine, loss of FH77BW Archer stings more
Recent developments suggest a potentially significant loss for the Ukrainian armed forces with growing reports of the demise of first M1A1 supplied by the US.
bulgarianmilitary.com
Thumpalumpacus
Major
Our modern American politicians opposing aid to Ukraine will be seen in the eyes of history as being worse than appeasers. They will be seen as tacit collaborators.
There's no mystery about Putin's war aims as Ukraine battle enters its third year
The war in Ukraine has reached its second anniversary, giving an opportunity to reflect on the costs and lessons. The most important aspect is the strategic goals held by the Ukrainian and Russian leaders, writes Mick Ryan.
www.abc.net.au
The Objectives of Zelenskyy and Putin in 2024
The strategic patience of citizens in democracies is built on a foundation of knowledge and purpose. Contemporary politicians need to improve their capacity to explain modern war and the necessity of defending democracies. The war in Ukraine has reached its second anniversary, giving an...
mickryan.substack.com
They should be outed as such now, not in years time...
Thumpalumpacus
Major
They are. They're just ignoring these warnings ... as are their supporters.
Glider
Captain
The problem with this kind of rhetoric.
US warns Iran of severe consequences for ballistic missiles aid to Rus
In February 2024, the US administration issued a stern warning to Iran, threatening a "swift and severe" response from the international community if Tehrawww.armyrecognition.com
In February 2024, the US administration issued a stern warning to Iran, threatening a "swift and severe" response from the international community if Tehran continues to supply ballistic missiles to Russia.
Is that Iran may feel that this is a bluff worth calling. If they believe that the USA might fail to follow up its words and promises in Ukraine, and also threaten to throw smaller NATO countries to the wolves. They may feel that the 'International Community' may well walk away from supporting the USA. This plus the growing isolationism in some areas of the USA would significantly reduce the chances of any meaningful response from anyone.
SaparotRob
Unter Gemeine Geschwader Murmeltier XIII
Ukrainian Army loses ground due to severe gap in ammunition
The Ukrainian military is facing dire challenges on the battlefield as a result of a critical gap in Western artillery ammunition needed to withstand Russian attacks. Russian forces have capitalized on this vulnerability, exploiting the moment when Ukrainian troops find themselves grappling with...defence-blog.com
The article was informative and depressing. The thumbs down is for the content.
MiTasol
1st Lieutenant
And that should make people sit up and think.
The Roman Empire lasted 1,480 years. The British Empire lasted 350 years.
If the bolded part of Gliders post comes true then the American Empire will have lasted just 79 years.
Admiral Beez
Major
Agreed, but it makes no difference if you're going to drive your Abrams around in the open without any local air defence.
View: https://m.youtube.com/watch?v=T4db-i8fsRM&t=117s
First M1 Abrams Tank Destroyed In Ukraine—Social Media Reacted
Russian propagandists were quick to take to social media to share video of the tank's destruction
www.forbes.com
Thumpalumpacus
Major
Iran gets even American isolationists agreeing with, uh, international outreach. I agree with you, though, in that Iran will likely call any American warning.
Admiral Beez
Major
If we count English foreign possessions as the beginnings of the British Empire, it's closer seven hundred years. Beginning with England's 1347 capture and two hundred year hold of Calais, followed by the 1556 Tudor conquest of Ireland and the founding of the Plantation of Ulster. I also don't see why the 1997 loss of Hong Kong need be seen as the end of the Empire, as Britain today retains overseas territories in strategic locations, with nearly 300,000 people dependent on Britain for defence. British Overseas Territories. Agreed, it's laughably small.
Agreed, but it makes no difference if you're going to drive your Abrams around in the open without any local air defence.
View: https://m.youtube.com/watch?v=T4db-i8fsRM&t=117s
First M1 Abrams Tank Destroyed In Ukraine—Social Media Reacted
Russian propagandists were quick to take to social media to share video of the tank's destruction
Losses are going to be taken no matter what. War has that effect. A Challenger has been lost as well but this has to be weighed against
Russian losses which in comparison are massive.
MiTasol
1st Lieutenant
Maybe I should have said
And that should make people sit up and think.
The Romans were the worlds policemen for 1,480 years. The British were the worlds policemen for 350 plus years.
If the bolded part of Gliders post comes true then the Americans will be the worlds policemen for a mere 79 years.
MiTasol
1st Lieutenant
accidental double post
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MiTasol
1st Lieutenant
accidental TRIPLE post. I think I need a drink.
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