The Ukrainians appear to have launched a summer offensive… In Russia itself. Latest reporting indicates that … A Russian private military commander calls for Putin’s overthrowRead more
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Paul Whelan finally released from Russian custody
An international effort to negotiate a prisoner swap resulted in the release of Paul Whelan along … Paul Whelan finally released from Russian custodyRead more
Biden signs 10-year security pact with Zelenskyy
Joe Biden signed a 10-year security pact with Ukraine’s president, Volodymyr Zelenskyy. This deal provides Ukraine … Biden signs 10-year security pact with ZelenskyyRead more
Russian trial begins for US Soldier arrested on theft charges in Vladivostok
As you guys remember reading, Staff Sergeant Gordon Black, 34, flew to Vladivostok, Russia, to see … Russian trial begins for US Soldier arrested on theft charges in VladivostokRead more
Port of Call, Havana Cuba
Russian Frigate Admiral Gorshkov seen from a Norwegian P-3 Orion patrol aircraft north of Lofoten in … Port of Call, Havana CubaRead more
Joe Biden approves Ukraine’s using US rounds to strike Russian territory
US aid to Ukraine came with an important requirement. None of the weapons that the U.S. … Joe Biden approves Ukraine’s using US rounds to strike Russian territoryRead more
Old Man’s War
If you haven’t had the pleasure yet, give Scalzi’s Old Man’s War a read. It’s military science … Old Man’s WarRead more
Without a Navy, Ukraine Halts the Black Sea Fleet
Artificial Reef Ukraine has devastated Russia’s Black Sea Fleet without even having a real navy. These … Without a Navy, Ukraine Halts the Black Sea FleetRead more