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Latest Europe stories, analysis, and updates from SOFREP.

Russian Soldier Arrested for Allegedly Filming Himself Raping a Baby-In Russia, Not Ukraine

Russian Soldier Arrested for Allegedly Filming Himself Raping a Baby-In Russia, Not Ukraine

April 17, 2022

Russian soldier Alexey Bychkov assigned to a unit operating in Ukraine, was arrested by Russian police due to him sexually abusing a baby. The videos could not be verified whether they were taken in Ukraine or before the invasion.

Germany’s Rheinmetall Ready to Supply Ukraine With up to 50 Leopard 1 Tanks

Germany’s Rheinmetall Ready to Supply Ukraine With up to 50 Leopard 1 Tanks

April 15, 2022

Rheinmetall’s chief executive Armin Papperger expressed that the company was ready to provide 50 Leopard 1 tanks to the Ukrainian Armed Forces if the German government would approve the transfer.

Sanctions Biting: Russia Defaults on Foreign Loans According to S&P

Sanctions Biting: Russia Defaults on Foreign Loans According to S&P

April 13, 2022

Russia has defaulted on its foreign loans after it attempted to pay bondholders in rubles instead of dollars.

China Delivers Anti-aircraft Missiles to Serbia

China Delivers Anti-aircraft Missiles to Serbia

April 12, 2022

China delivered three FK-3 anti-aircraft missile systems in a semi-covert delivery to Serbia amid heightened security issues in Europe.

Austrian Leader Confronts Putin Face-To-Face About War Crimes, Demands to End War

Austrian Leader Confronts Putin Face-To-Face About War Crimes, Demands to End War

April 12, 2022

Austrian Chancellor Karl Nehammer met with Russian President Vladimir Putin, confronted him about the war crimes, and called to end the war.

NATO to Send a Permanent Military Force on Its Border With Russia Says Alliance Chief

NATO to Send a Permanent Military Force on Its Border With Russia Says Alliance Chief

April 11, 2022

NATO intends to deploy a full-scale permanent military force on the border of its member-states, Estonia and Latvia, to defend against any potential military offensives by Russia.

Finland, Sweden Prepares for Russian Retaliation as NATO Membership Becomes Likely

Finland, Sweden Prepares for Russian Retaliation as NATO Membership Becomes Likely

April 11, 2022

Finland and Sweden’s application to become NATO members becomes likely due to Russian aggression, with Finland expected to apply in June.

400 Marines, 6 EA-18G Growlers, 10 F-18s, and C-130s Sent to Eastern Europe

400 Marines, 6 EA-18G Growlers, 10 F-18s, and C-130s Sent to Eastern Europe

March 31, 2022

400 US Marines, 10 F-18 Hornet fighter jets, 6 EA-18G Growlers, and “a couple of Marine Corps C-130s” are headed to Eastern Europe.

Snake Island Sailors Who Told Russian Ship to ‘Go F*ck Yourself’ Are Now Free After Prisoner Swap

Snake Island Sailors Who Told Russian Ship to ‘Go F*ck Yourself’ Are Now Free After Prisoner Swap

March 29, 2022

The Snake Island sailors who infamously told a Russian warship to “Go f*ck yourself” have now been freed as a result of a POW exchange.

Russia: ‘Total War’ Has Been Declared by the West, Will Bar Entry to ‘Unfriendly’ Nationals

Russia: ‘Total War’ Has Been Declared by the West, Will Bar Entry to ‘Unfriendly’ Nationals

March 29, 2022

Russian Foreign Minister Sergey Lavrov claims that the West had declared a “real hybrid war” and “total war” on Russia as sanctions bite its economy.

Oligarch Roman Abramovich and Ukrainian Peace Negotiators May Have Been Poisoned

Oligarch Roman Abramovich and Ukrainian Peace Negotiators May Have Been Poisoned

March 29, 2022

Russian oligarch turned negotiator Roman Abramovich, and Ukrainian peace negotiators developed symptoms of being poisoned after a meeting in Kyiv on March 3.

From Comedian to War Icon: The Story of Volodymyr Zelensky So Far

From Comedian to War Icon: The Story of Volodymyr Zelensky So Far

March 27, 2022

The comedian-turned President Volodymyr Zelensky has been touted as a hero by most of the world by showing his bravery and support for his countrymen. Amidst all the reports, who is Zelensky behind the cameras?

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