It’s Time for Europe to Stand Up for Itself Since President Vladimir Putin’s invasion of Ukraine, the narrative of American and European officialdom has been that Russia, a predatory state, is bent on dominating its neighbors, constituting a grave military threat to all of Europe. Finland’s and Sweden’s decisions to join NATO bolster this proposition, … Read more
the failed mutiny has exposed the vulnerabilities and divisions within the infamous mercenary army. While they have been a loyal and effective tool for the Kremlin in various conflicts, their recent actions have raised questions about their loyalty and effectiveness. The Wagner Group, led by Yevgeny Prigozhin, has long been a controversial and shadowy force. … Read more
Russian forces launched a devastating attack on Ukraine’s capital, Kyiv, early Saturday morning, firing more than 20 missiles that left at least three people dead. This marks the eighth attack on the city this month, causing anxiety to grow in Russia over a confrontation between President Vladimir V. Putin and Yevgeny V. Prigozhin, the founder … Read more
Funerals in Lviv, Ukraine have become a grim routine as the fighting intensifies during the counteroffensive against Russia. Gravediggers in the city are preparing for more bodies as the conflict continues. The Lychakiv military cemetery in Lviv has been steadily filling up with the bodies of fallen soldiers for the past 15 months. The old, … Read more
Ukrainian forces have reportedly retaken a small village in the south of the country, according to a local Russian official and military bloggers. This marks the first territorial gain in the Zaporizhzhia region since the start of a major counteroffensive earlier this month. The village of Piatykhatky is said to be under Ukrainian control, with … Read more