"All of Vlad's forces and all of Vlad's men, are out to put Humpty together again." (7 Viewers)

[GTX]

Tensions high around Zaporizhzhia nuclear plant as Ukraine and Russia allege 'catastrophic' sabotage

The nuclear plant, which was seized by Russian troops in February 2022, has long been the subject of suspicions between the two sides, and any attack on the facility — Europe's largest, with six reactors — could have catastrophic consequences.

www.abc.net.au

 

[GTX]

With two-thirds of Ukraine's tradies away in the military, Queensland builder Manfred is chipping in to help rebuild

The thunderous sound of distant missile strikes is a frequent reminder that Manfred Hin is a long way from his north Queensland home.

www.abc.net.au

 

[GTX]

Bozena-5 demining system assembly begins for Ukraine after fundraising | Defense News July 2023 Global Security army industry | Defense Security global news industry army year 2023 | Archive News year

On June 4, 2023, Slovak company Way Industries started to assemble Bozena-5 demining system for Ukraine. "Dárek pro Putina" campaign raised 263,000 euros, over 40% of total cost. Delivery to Kherson region planned by year-end, led by Team4Ukraine.

www.armyrecognition.com

 

[GTX]

Ukraine’s survival is crucial for everyone’s security | The Strategist

The criticism of Australia’s recent package of assistance to Ukraine was justified. It managed to give a perception of a middling power’s apathy, rather than a regional power’s ambition. However, Prime Minister Anthony Albanese’s attendance at next ...

www.aspistrategist.org.au

 

[GTX]

Ukraine and Lessons for Future Military Leaders

Learning from Ukraine to Lead and Win

mickryan.substack.com

 

[GTX]

Bulgaria to step up its military aid to Ukraine with more weapon and ammunition | Defense News July 2023 Global Security army industry | Defense Security global news industry army year 2023 | Archive News year

Bulgaria to step up its military aid to Ukraine with more weapon and ammunition

www.armyrecognition.com

 

[GTX]

Russia commits old T-54/55 tanks to defend Crimea | Defense News July 2023 Global Security army industry | Defense Security global news industry army year 2023 | Archive News year

Russia commits old T-54/55 tanks to defend Crimea

www.armyrecognition.com

 

[GTX]

Russian regions on Ukraine border come under fire, local authorities say

Officials accuse Kyiv of bombings that happen almost daily. Ukraine denies responsibility.

www.politico.eu

 

[GTX]

While Putin was mired in personal drama, Ukraine was quietly carrying out its counteroffensive

The counteroffensive is making steady gains, but Ukraine isn't taking any chances. While soldiers grind on in bloody battle, everyday civilians are preparing to defend their villages from a potential Russian advance.

www.abc.net.au

 

[Admiral Beez]

Russia commits old T-54/55 tanks to defend Crimea | Defense News July 2023 Global Security army industry | Defense Security global news industry army year 2023 | Archive News year

Russia commits old T-54/55 tanks to defend Crimea

www.armyrecognition.com

You use what you've got. The Israelis made due with tarted-up M4 Shermans when the Arabs were coming in these very same T-55s.

 

[Snautzer01]

You use what you've got. The Israelis made due with tarted-up M4 Shermans when the Arabs were coming in these very same T-55s.

Tactics is a trump card.

 

[SplitRz]

Tactics is a trump card.

Shhh! No irony, and NO politics, right?

 

[Admiral Beez]

Whatever happened to the Jordanian Challengers?

British Gulf War tanks may be modernized and sent to Ukraine

Rheinmetall is ready to buy Jordanian Challenger 1 tanks, bring them to Germany, refurbish and repair them, and send them to help Ukrainian ground forces.

bulgarianmilitary.com

 

[GTX]

You use what you've got. The Israelis made due with tarted-up M4 Shermans when the Arabs were coming in these very same T-55s.

It's one thing when you are a small country trying to forge you way in a hostile world...it's another when you are a supposed superpower.

 

[GTX]

View: https://www.facebook.com/inukraine.official/videos/on-their-way-to-the-front/190456067330226/

 

[Escuadrilla Azul]

View: https://www.facebook.com/inukraine.official/videos/on-their-way-to-the-front/190456067330226/

If they get hit by Rusia in that vehicle, what do you think Shoigu will claim? A Bradley or a Stryker destroyed?

 

[SplitRz]

It's one thing when you are a small country trying to forge you way in a hostile world...it's another when you are a supposed superpower.

Its even more telling that those tarted up WW2 era tanks proved every bit the equal to those supposedly modern Russian tanks... and that was 50 years ago

I've been watching the guided tour given by the The Chieftain regarding the T55 - interesting viewing. A telling comment is that 'its world war 2 technology taken to its logical conclusion'. T55 internal tour by tank veteran

 

[RogerdeLluria]

If they get hit by Rusia in that vehicle, what do you think Shoigu will claim? A Bradley or a Stryker destroyed?

It's evident that it's a Leopard 2

 

[Escuadrilla Azul]

It's evident that it's a Leopard 2

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Not so sure, Roger. Looks like a M1 Abrams to me.

 

[manta22]

Its even more telling that those tarted up WW2 era tanks proved every bit the equal to those supposedly modern Russian tanks... and that was 50 years ago

I've been watching the guided tour given by the The Chieftain regarding the T55 - interesting viewing. A telling comment is that 'its world war 2 technology taken to its logical conclusion'. T55 internal tour by tank veteran

I guess the word "ergonomics" does not translate to Russian?