SOFREP Cartoon: Ukraine-Russia War Anniversary
Let’s commemorate the 1st anniversary of the war.
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At A Glance: US Supporting Ukraine One Year Since The Russian Invasion
Since the onset of the war, the US has lent Ukraine over $30B in aid, which will almost certainly increase as the conflict continues.
Russia Has Weapons to Sell, But Lacks Resources for Troops Fighting Ukraine
At the International Defense Exhibition and Conference in Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates, on Monday, Feb. 20, 2023, Russian salespeople displayed a helicopter made by Russian Helicopters.
Ukraine is Becoming the World’s Largest Minefield
Scott Sweetow, Former Acting Director of the ATF’s Terrorist Explosive Device Analytical Center (TEDAC) gives SOFREP a fascinating account of demining operations in Ukraine which is becoming the most mined place on Earth
Putin: Empireless Czar Who’s Dependent on His Military for Survival
The Kremlin’s PR team does all it can to depict Putin in a powerful light, usually with him cast as the solitary figure laying flowers at monuments of past military heroes.
Soldier Spotlight: Oleksandr Shamshur, Hairdresser by Day, Drone Killer by Night
Oleksandr Shamshur, a 41-year-old Ukrainian hairdresser, has temporarily turned in his scissors for a laser rangefinder and a machine gun. He fights for his nation with unwavering bravery and an unbreakable spirit.
SITREP: Russia Has Lost Half of Its Tank Inventory
The exact number of tanks in Russia’s arsenal is difficult to determine due to the lack of available information; however, it is estimated that up to 40% of its prewar fleet has been lost since the start of the war in Ukraine.
Germans to Produce Ammunition for Air Defense Guns Bound for Ukraine
On Tuesday, the German Defense Minister revealed an agreement was reached for producing new ammunition for their self-propelled anti-aircraft guns, which had been given to Ukraine.
Air Defense or Fighter Jets? NATO Says Ukraine Should Focus on Ground Defense
At a meeting between US and European military officials to discuss the Ukraine dispute, Kyiv made a plea for advanced fighter jets, which has not been granted yet.
SITREP: More Russians Are Fighting Against Their Homeland and Putin Can’t Stop Them
This month, members of the Free Russia Legion are receiving training in the Kyiv region of Ukraine to be sent to the front lines.
Russia’s Soaring Death Toll is a Gloomy Insight on Putin’s All-or-Nothing War
The conflict in eastern Ukraine has been raging for nearly a year now, with no end in sight.
Billions Pledged Towards Ukraine, Why Was Myanmar Ignored?
The West appears to have a blind spot concerning the ongoing crisis in Myanmar.
