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"Victory Day" would be a great time for cluster munitions over Red Square!![]()
Putin declares temporary Ukraine ceasefire
The Russian president's declaration was reported by state media.www.newsweek.com
>Russian President Vladimir Putin has declared a temporary ceasefire in Ukraine to time with its "Victory Day" commemorations marking 80 years since the defeat of the Nazis and the end of World War II. "For this period, all hostilities are stopped," said the statement. "Russia believes that the Ukrainian side should follow suit. In the event of violations of the ceasefire by the Ukrainian side, the Armed Forces of the Russian Federation will give an adequate and effective response."<
Aww. Putin is worried that Ukraine drones will ruin his Victory Day parades. Kyiv should tell him to **** off. Putin has been attacking UKR cities every day during the 30 day truce Trump requested.
To wit.....
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Putin's fear of attacks on Victory Day behind abrupt ceasefire: Kyiv
"Russia believes that the Ukrainian side should follow this example," the Kremlin said on Monday.www.newsweek.com
>Russian President Vladimir Putin is likely hoping to head off any possible Ukrainian attacks on May 9, when Russia typically hosts major celebrations, said Oleksandr Merezkho, the head of Ukraine's parliamentary foreign affairs committee and a member of Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky's party. It is a "purely propagandistic gesture," explained Merezkho.<
Putin only wants a truce when it is to HIS advantage. **** him.
And then we have this.....
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Russia rejects Zelensky ceasefire proposal: "Impossible"
Vladimir Putin has declared a unilateral temporary truce to coincide with Russia's "Victory Day" celebrations in May.www.newsweek.com
>Ukraine President Volodymyr Zelensky's proposal for an immediate and full 30-day ceasefire is currently "impossible," the Kremlin said, according to Russian state media. Dmitry Peskov, spokesman for Russian President Vladimir Putin, said that "without resolving all the nuances, this is impossible" in response to the proposed ceasefire, RIA reported.<
Fair enough. But no ceasefire during Russia's Victory Day celebrations either. What's good for the goose is good for the gander.
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Putin 'jacked around President Trump at every turn': Republican Senator
Republican John Kennedy lashed out at the Russian leader, saying he "disrespected" Trump.www.newsweek.com
>Republican Senator John Kennedy leveled harsh criticism at Russian President Vladimir Putin, accusing him of failing to approach peace talks with seriousness in an interview with Fox News. "I think he thinks we're afraid of him," the Louisiana senator said of the Russian leader. "He has jacked around President Trump at every turn. He has disrespected our president."<
Senator John Kennedy (R/LA).... Master of the Obvious.
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Given the quality of "body armor" Russia has been providing, wouldn't you do likewise in his position?Is that a real photo?
Are they getting this in hard currency or Rubbles?Large signing bonus or patriotism?
Naw, but I'd target things within earshot."Victory Day" would be a great time for cluster munitions over Red Square!
No idea. But Ukraine has turned into a major weapons producerIs this drone manufactured by Antonov?
Signing bonus Ian ethnic minority areas with a large percentage of very low incomesLarge signing bonus or patriotism?
Likewise, Zelenskyy can surrender all of Ukraine and go live in France with his lotted millions.
Zelensky's 2019 campaign emphasized fighting corruption and reducing the influence of oligarchs, not nationalizing the media.
The real issue is
Asked and answered.
Your argument rests on a false analogy
How does 145% tariffs embolden China?
I've acknowledged Putin's grasp of history and his regret over the collapse of Russia. What you forget is that Putin, like Russian leaders before him, wants Russia to be seen as a peer and a European power, not as a "lesser" Asian state.
Still, you make it sound as if England saved America from defeat in two world wars—and is now trying to “save America” again by prolonging this ill-advised proxy war with Russia.
How exactly do you call that “not losing”?
And how do you expect Ukraine to continue fighting without America footing the majority of the bill?
Yes, and I've also seen reports that Ukraine also violated the ceasefire.
Zelenskyy has admitted that billions of our dollars never made it to Ukraine. There have also been numerous reports of Ukrainians looting our aid. For example, significant gaps in fortifications in Dnipropetrovsk Oblast—particularly between Velyka Novosilka and Kurakhove, and between Kurakhove and Pokrovsk—undermined Ukraine’s ability to hold the line. This, despite Ukraine claiming it had spent millions in U.S. aid to complete those defenses. The result? Russian troops advanced through the gaps, while American tax dollars likely advanced to offshore bank accounts. Given how notoriously corrupt Ukraine is, are we really supposed to believe that Zelenskyy is the proverbial whore with a heart of gold—too noble to skim from our blank checks, unlike his fellow countrymen?Do you have proof that he has "lotted millions"?
RubbelsAre they getting this in hard currency or Rubbles?
I agree but if they can target the control house where the programmable controllers are that run every step of the operation that is great as well. Russia does not manufacture the equipment. Siemans, Bailey, Schneider, Honeywell, Allen-Bradley. Tough to replace that stuff. From what I have been told, Russian systems are two generations out of date, they have to shop for their stuff on the used market. Not much of it left anymore.Remember to prioritize those Cat Crackers, wherever your missiles/drones can reach them. They are the most expensive thing Ivan owns, and the hardest to replace.