The Ukraine war thread
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I also think the Russians are using cannon fodder on the front, holding their better troops for the counter punch.
I agree that they are using cannon fodder on the front. But I do not agree they are holding better troops back for the counter punch.
There is a malaise among the ranks and junior officers that is growing deeper by the day. I believe they realize that the special military operation has never had anything to do with protecting the Motherland.
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Interesting psycho-philosophical commentary on the Russian mindset of destruction:
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Very interesting.
This is not psychological, but it rings true
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G George K referenced this topic on
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@Wim said in The Ukraine war thread:
Heartbreaking...
https://www.politico.eu/article/chechen-leader-missing-brother-ukrainian-strike/
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Apparently, regrettably and, sadly, the “Chechen hero” is doing just fine:
https://www.themoscowtimes.com/2023/06/14/close-kadyrov-ally-injured-in-ukraine-reports-a81502
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Russian masterminds...
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Maybe this guy is just blowing smoke, but an interesting speculation.
The expert (Yuriy Romaniuk, the head of the “Ukraine in NATO” non-government organization) stressed that Prigozhin is accountable to no one except Russian dictator Vladimir Putin, who wields direct influence over him. Romaniuk stated that over the past six months, the Wagner PMC leader has already begun forging an independent political career.
“(Prigozhin) understands that he has some knowledge of the days and hours (remaining for) Putin’s reign, and he has no doubts about the outcome. He realizes that in the new Russia, commonly referred to as the post-war era, he will have to find a way to survive. Just like he managed to survive in the prison zone, along with his Wagner group and tens of thousands of other inmates.”
Furthermore, the expert stated that, contrary to Prigozhin’s rhetoric, his current focus may depend on the victory of the Ukrainian Armed Forces over Russia.“Because only in the complete collapse and failure of the Russian Federation and Ukraine’s victory does Prigozhin have the sole opportunity amidst this chaos to seize power, akin to the Bolsheviks’ actions in October 1917,” Romaniuk said.
Romaniuk also asserted that Prigozhin enjoys “more than 30% of electoral support in Russia,” according to UK intelligence estimates.
The conflict between Prigozhin, owner of the Wagner PMC, and the Russian Ministry of Defense could reach a critical stage on July 1, 2023, according to UK intelligence. This date marks the deadline for mercenaries to sign contracts with the ministry.
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