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[PsihoKekec]

Well that is at least a more useful place for that equipment to go, and if we are sending advisors as well...I guess we are going to test how far Putin is willing to go to take Ukraine, if he wants to. Will he be willing to risk killing US advisors on the ground, if he decides to send official Russian units into Ukraine, and attempt a Crimea 2.0?

Contrary to popular belief, Putin is not a mouthbreathing caveman, hovering over the globe, grunting ''Grug invade now, Grug invade now...''
Russia already controls more Ukraine than it wants to control. The support of Donbass rebels had two goals, one was securing enough of Donbass to force the Ukraine to recognise annexation of Crimea in exchange for reintegration of Donbass and second one was to prevent the defeat of the rebels, in order to appease Putin's voting base. Now under Minsk accord the Russia got it's way, but Ukraine refuses to carry out the accord, for which the Putin intends to force them to concede via economic warfare, once the Nordstream 2 is fully operational. Ukraine on the other hand counts on it's Baryaktar drones, to be a magic win button against Donbass forces.
Thus the next conflict will not be ''Russia will invade all of Ukraine right now!!!!!!!!'' that warmongers trumpet, but economy of force engagement where, once Ukrainian forces get too aggressive, the Russian regular forces will bolster Novorossia forces to inflict operational defeat on Ukrainian army and force them back to frozen conflict status.

I do not think this is a faint

I have no doubt you do, every time there is any hint of crisis regarding Russia or China you salivate, hoping this will finally be the war you crave. I understand, I too was young and idealistic once, hopefully you will never get your wish and will live long enough to outgrow your youthful follies.

 

[Zachowon]

Contrary to popular belief, Putin is not a mouthbreathing caveman, hovering over the globe, grunting ''Grug invade now, Grug invade now...''
Russia already controls more Ukraine than it wants to control. The support of Donbass rebels had two goals, one was securing enough of Donbass to force the Ukraine to recognise annexation of Crimea in exchange for reintegration of Donbass and second one was to prevent the defeat of the rebels, in order to appease Putin's voting base. Now under Minsk accord the Russia got it's way, but Ukraine refuses to carry out the accord, for which the Putin intends to force them to concede via economic warfare, once the Nordstream 2 is fully operational. Ukraine on the other hand counts on it's Baryaktar drones, to be a magic win button against Donbass forces.
Thus the next conflict will not be ''Russia will invade all of Ukraine right now!!!!!!!!'' that warmongers trumpet, but economy of force engagement where, once Ukrainian forces get too aggressive, the Russian regular forces will bolster Novorossia forces to inflict operational defeat on Ukrainian army and force them back to frozen conflict status.


I have no doubt you do, every time there is any hint of crisis regarding Russia or China you salivate, hoping this will finally be the war you crave. I understand, I too was young and idealistic once, hopefully you will never get your wish and will live long enough to outgrow your youthful follies.

More like I see more on all of these things then everyone else.
I do hope nothing comes from it, but I do not think it will be peacefully resolved

 

[Marduk]

Contrary to popular belief, Putin is not a mouthbreathing caveman, hovering over the globe, grunting ''Grug invade now, Grug invade now...''
Russia already controls more Ukraine than it wants to control. The support of Donbass rebels had two goals, one was securing enough of Donbass to force the Ukraine to recognise annexation of Crimea in exchange for reintegration of Donbass and second one was to prevent the defeat of the rebels, in order to appease Putin's voting base. Now under Minsk accord the Russia got it's way, but Ukraine refuses to carry out the accord, for which the Putin intends to force them to concede via economic warfare, once the Nordstream 2 is fully operational. Ukraine on the other hand counts on it's Baryaktar drones, to be a magic win button against Donbass forces.

Donbass is a hot potato now. Whoever holds it, it won't be pleasant due to how much of a shithole in need of rebuilding it is, hence it is unlikely to be formally integrated into anything anytime soon. The status quo achieved is a win-win situation for Russia - Ukraine's government cannot politically afford to drop the conflict and claim to Donbass, yet they also cannot afford to take it, by force or diplomacy both. Such a frozen conflict they can't get out of without paying an unacceptable price massively complicates Ukraine's ambitions to join EU or NATO, which is the main feature of it from Putin's perspective.

Thus the next conflict will not be ''Russia will invade all of Ukraine right now!!!!!!!!'' that warmongers trumpet, but economy of force engagement where, once Ukrainian forces get too aggressive, the Russian regular forces will bolster Novorossia forces to inflict operational defeat on Ukrainian army and force them back to frozen conflict status.

Would not be surprising if Russia would use the escalation in Dobnass as an excuse for another land grab, designed to link up Crimea with Russia by land. Without it, their prized control of Crimea is doomed to be a bit of a pain in the ass economically.

 

[PsihoKekec]

Would not be surprising if Russia would use the escalation in Dobnass as an excuse for another land grab, designed to link up Crimea with Russia by land. Without it, their prized control of Crimea is doomed to be a bit of a pain in the ass economically.

For that corridor to be viable they would probably have to conquer the area from Donetsk to Dneper, which woul include several ugly urban battles, especially Maripol, Melitopol and Nova Kakhovka. The newly conquered territories would furtherly contribute to the woes that is Novorussiya and is very much doubtful it would be worth it, it is probably the reason why Russia pushed for ceasefire during the summer counteroffensive instead of capturing Mauripol, whose defenses have disintegrated.

As for economic viability of Crimea, Russia is betting on road and rail links via bridge, which also carries electricity and optic fiber lines, along with water pipeline.

 

[Zachowon]

Russian Tanks Massing Near Ukraine Sport Mods Against Drones, Javelin Missiles

As Russian ground forces massing near Ukraine raise fears of a new invasion, social media imagery reveal Russian tanks sporting field modifications seemingly aimed at fending off Ukraine’s Javelin anti-tank missiles and Bayraktar drones. Both pose a threat to the thin top armor of armored vehicles.

www.forbes.com

 

[Husky_Khan]

An article on how the ongoing sanctions against Russia will affect the Arms Industry and Trade ongoing in Africa where Russia had almost fifty percent of the share of imported weapons to the continent.

At 7.3% Africa is not a significant importer of major arms compared to Asia and Oceania (42%), Middle East (33%) and Europe (12%).

Russia has capitalised its close ties with many African countries based on its historical links with the continent since the days of the Soviet Union. This has enabled it to negotiate arms deals with relative ease. In addition, its pricing structure and lack of political conditionalities, such as human rights sensitivities, make its arms sales attractive and affordable.

Russia’s suspension from global financial systems will disrupt these sales. This presents both risks and opportunities for the continent. The risks include insecurity of supply of essential spares, disruption of the operational and training plans for the defence forces that are using Russian equipment, and high cost of sustaining equipment already deployed in operations.

The sanctions implications, as the article reports, could lead to an increase in Black Market Trading/Smuggling of Russian arms though it can be unfeasible on a large scale and lead to other knock on effects. But there are lots of arms suppliers in the World such as how Russia (and France) filled in the gaps of supporting the Egyptian military in 2013 and Nigerian military in 2014 when the United States limited arms exports to those countries over Human Rights concerns.

Furthermore:

The demand for military hardware and services will continue despite the exit or suspension of Russia’s participation. This presents an ideal opportunity for African countries to consolidate and align their defence industry capabilities for sustainability. Through collaboration, defence industry companies in Africa will be able to retain skilled workforces (engineers and technicians), invest in research and development and remain competitive in the global marketplace.

Russian-made equipment can still be maintained and supported by indigenous African defence industry experts. Countries such as South Africa, Egypt, Nigeria and Algeria have credible local defence industries that, collectively, could manage to fill the void left by Russia.

Being members of the African Union, it will be much easier to address contractual challenges from within the continental body than when confronted by restrictions that may be imposed from outside the continent.

Sanctions against Russia will affect arms sales to Africa: the risks and opportunities | defenceWeb

www.defenceweb.co.za

 

[ATP]

An article on how the ongoing sanctions against Russia will affect the Arms Industry and Trade ongoing in Africa where Russia had almost fifty percent of the share of imported weapons to the continent.



The sanctions implications, as the article reports, could lead to an increase in Black Market Trading/Smuggling of Russian arms though it can be unfeasible on a large scale and lead to other knock on effects. But there are lots of arms suppliers in the World such as how Russia (and France) filled in the gaps of supporting the Egyptian military in 2013 and Nigerian military in 2014 when the United States limited arms exports to those countries over Human Rights concerns.

Furthermore:

Sanctions against Russia will affect arms sales to Africa: the risks and opportunities | defenceWeb

www.defenceweb.co.za

And thanks to you i knw,that Nigeria have defense industry,which would profit from russian war.

 

[Bacle]

New Russian Tank Has Embarassing Accident

Russia's newest and most advanced tank broke down during Moscow's Victory Day parade rehearsals.

www.ibtimes.com

Heh, wonderful timing on this. Maybe they aren't sending T-14s to Ukraine because they are hanger/depot queens with problems that make a Porche Tiger look hassle free.

 

[Husky_Khan]

New Russian Tank Has Embarassing Accident

Russia's newest and most advanced tank broke down during Moscow's Victory Day parade rehearsals.

www.ibtimes.com

Heh, wonderful timing on this. Maybe they aren't sending T-14s to Ukraine because they are hanger/depot queens with problems that make a Porche Tiger look hassle free.

Well the article is from a while ago, but there's only less then a hundred Armata's built. They were supposed to reach large scale production this year actually after literal years of delays because it turned out they wanted to upgrade their T-72's into countless new variants instead. Not having them in the Ukraine probably is wise. For all of the statements of how Russia doesn't care how they are perceived or whatever, losing a T-14 Armata to the Ukrainians would be kinda embarrassing. And it'd be worse if one was captured and ya know... then shipped off to Germany or America for analysis.

 

[PsihoKekec]

New Russian Tank Has Embarassing Accident

Russia's newest and most advanced tank broke down during Moscow's Victory Day parade rehearsals.

www.ibtimes.com

Heh, wonderful timing on this. Maybe they aren't sending T-14s to Ukraine because they are hanger/depot queens with problems that make a Porche Tiger look hassle free.

That was years ago and it happened with the first prototype, apparently the driver had no experience with it and jammed the gears.

Not having them in the Ukraine probably is wise. For all of the statements of how Russia doesn't care how they are perceived or whatever, losing a T-14 Armata to the Ukrainians would be kinda embarrassing.

Ukrainians did claim to have destroyed multiple during 2014 fighting...

 

[Husky_Khan]

Anyone excited for the May 9th Military Parade? Roster looks a little skimpy.

Hopefully more foreign contingents show up to fill out the unexpected vacancies.



Short Twitter Thread on What to Expect Posted Above. Also includes details on the FlyOver.

 

[Husky_Khan]

SCANDAL!!!



A Missing T-14 Armata?!?!?!?!

Speculation Begins Now... and Never Should End.

 

[ATP]

SCANDAL!!!



A Missing T-14 Armata?!?!?!?!

Speculation Begins Now... and Never Should End.

It hide in Moscov dungeons.According to book i read,There is everything there - Stalin bunkers,hidden metro under existing metro,Ivan the terrible treasure,giant white spiders,and even homo erectus !
Forget title,as usual.

 

[Husky_Khan]

India has reportedly halted negotiations with Russia in regards to purchasing ten Ka-31 AEW Helicopters for $520 million dollars.

The Indian government indefinitely suspended the negotiations with Rosoboronexport and original equipment manufacturer Russian Helicopters, an Indian Defence Ministry official told Defense New on condition of anonymity. The official, who was not authorized to speak to the press, said the government-to-government deal added that the suspension is due to concerns over Moscow’s ability to execute orders as well as issues related to payment transfers.

The helicopters were meant to operate off of their Aircraft Carriers but has met numerous delays over the past few years including due to the WuFlu Pandemic, the high price tag and most recently disagreements over the rupee to ruble exchange that was planned to be implemented as well.

Also possible are international geopolitical pressure, domestic budgetary strains and the desire to utilize more local industry for defense instead of foreign ones like Russia.

India halts Ka-31 helicopter deal with Russia

India asked to buy Ka-31 helicopters from Russia in May 2019, but the acquisition program faced inordinate delays due to the coronavirus pandemic and the platform’s high price tag.

www.defensenews.com

 

[Husky_Khan]

A Professor of theoretical and applied mechanics at Novosibirsk University named Anatoly Maslov, has been arrested for charges of TREASON. The Physicist was detained reportedly for reasons relating to selling secrets to CHINA. He is only the latest in a small cluster of arrests of University personnel related to that University who have allegations tying them to selling or sharing classified information to CHINA.

Novosibirsk professor arrested over high treason charges — Novaya Gazeta Europe

Anatoly Maslov, a professor of theoretical and applied mechanics at Novosibirsk University and the Russian Academy of Sciences member has been arrested over high treason charges, Academ.info cites its sources within the academy.

novayagazeta.eu

Second Russian scientist from Siberian city detained on treason charges – TASS

MOSCOW (Reuters) - Russia has detained a second scientist in the Siberian city of Novosibirsk on suspicion of state treason in the space of a few days...

whtc.com

 

[Husky_Khan]

Russia is Commissioning a Fancy new Super Submarine! It's going to be a Special Mission Submarine so it can deploy UUV's (underwater drones) for research missions and undertake rescue missions and the like.





Belgorod-Class Article

 

[WolfBear]

A Professor of theoretical and applied mechanics at Novosibirsk University named Anatoly Maslov, has been arrested for charges of TREASON. The Physicist was detained reportedly for reasons relating to selling secrets to CHINA. He is only the latest in a small cluster of arrests of University personnel related to that University who have allegations tying them to selling or sharing classified information to CHINA.

Novosibirsk professor arrested over high treason charges — Novaya Gazeta Europe

Anatoly Maslov, a professor of theoretical and applied mechanics at Novosibirsk University and the Russian Academy of Sciences member has been arrested over high treason charges, Academ.info cites its sources within the academy.

novayagazeta.eu

Second Russian scientist from Siberian city detained on treason charges – TASS

MOSCOW (Reuters) - Russia has detained a second scientist in the Siberian city of Novosibirsk on suspicion of state treason in the space of a few days...

whtc.com

I thought that China is a Russian ally and that it's thus perfectly OK for Russia to share its secrets with them?

 

[Marduk]

I thought that China is a Russian ally and that it's thus perfectly OK for Russia to share its secrets with them?

Frenemy, not ally. Even if Russia wouldn't mind China having its new missile tech, it sure as hell would love to get paid for it.
Even if UK was stealing tech from USA, that would still not be considered ok.

 

[WolfBear]

Frenemy, not ally. Even if Russia wouldn't mind China having its new missile tech, it sure as hell would love to get paid for it.

Ah, Yeah, fair point. Only suckers give away things for free lol.

 

[paulobrito]

Frenemy, not ally. Even if Russia wouldn't mind China having its new missile tech, it sure as hell would love to get paid for it.
Even if UK was stealing tech from USA, that would still not be considered ok.

Is only ok if is Israel./s