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re: Latest Updates: Russia-Ukraine Conflict
Posted on 6/6/25 at 10:10 am to Coeur du Tigre
Posted on 6/6/25 at 10:10 am to Coeur du Tigre
From the Washington Post -
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Ukraine’s dirty war is just getting started
Covert strikes across Russia and beyond are reshaping a conflict that shows no signs of letting up.
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The front line inside Ukraine will remain a hellscape of drones and artillery. But covert operations could expand into a “dirty war” beyond the front, with more targeted killings, sabotage, and strikes on countries that supply arms to Ukraine and Russia, respectively.
Both sides have long wanted to break out of the stalemated war of attrition, and Sunday’s “Operation Spiderweb” was a bold Ukrainian attempt to reset the table. Malyuk said preparation for the coordinated attacks across Russia’s vast territory began 18 months ago. Other sophisticated operations are in the works, intelligence sources tell me.
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The SBU and the GUR, Ukraine’s two spy agencies, have been working for more than three years to deliver on the motto of Ukraine’s special forces: “I’m coming for you.”
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The SBU and GUR have an intense rivalry, much like the decades-old competition between the FBI and the CIA.
The SBU, responsible for internal security but also active outside the country, was plagued for years by claims that it was penetrated by Russia. That’s why Sunday’s complex operation was such a coup: It didn’t get leaked.
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One GUR tactic has been to strike Russian mercenary forces from the Wagner Group in Africa. A GUR-organized strike last July killed 84 Wagner fighters and 47 Malian soldiers, according to the BBC. Budanov had told me: “We conduct such operations aimed at reducing Russian military potential, anywhere where it’s possible. Why should Africa be an exception?”
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The spillover danger affects all the other countries bordering Ukraine: Belarus, Poland, Slovakia, Hungary and Romania — as well as Germany, the Baltic states, and Norway and Finland beyond. Most of these countries support Ukraine, and the Ukrainian intelligence services use Eastern European capitals as hubs for their operations. It’s all too easy to imagine a widening campaign of Russian sabotage and assassination threats such as those that began last year.
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Posted on 6/6/25 at 10:11 am to Coeur du Tigre
Posted on 6/6/25 at 10:14 am to John Barron
Posted on 6/6/25 at 10:16 am to John Barron
Posted on 6/6/25 at 10:17 am to John Barron
Posted on 6/6/25 at 10:18 am to Coeur du Tigre
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Frontline report: Ghost helicopters drop Ukrainian hunters deep behind Russian lines under cover of darkness
Ukrainian special forces disappear into enemy forests after helicopter raid, leaving Russian commanders wondering who’s watching from the shadows.
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The Russian forces in this area maintain a very thin bridgehead on the west bank of the Oskil River, where the control of the town of Dvorichna allows them to accumulate and deploy forces across the river.
Russians plan to use this bridgehead to tactically outflank Ukrainian forces in Kupiansk from the north, as well as to use it as a launching pad to link up with their other offensive in Kharkiv. In a surprise helicopter raid deep behind Russian lines, they landed undetected and tore through dugouts, safe houses, and staging zones, shattering Russian preparations before their offensive could even begin.
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The Ukrainian Special Forces involved in this operation were deployed using American UH-60 Black Hawk helicopters, flying low to avoid being detected by the Russians. Penetrating deep behind Russian lines, the helicopters were able to land and dismount several dozen Ukrainian operators before returning safely to friendly territory.
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Russian troops were caught completely off guard, never expecting an attack from their rear. Several dugouts were quickly encircled, and numerous Russian soldiers were captured in the confusion.
Taking full advantage of surprise and terrain, Ukrainian operators concealed themselves in forested areas, waiting for small Russian infantry groups that were either sent to find them, or were moving to new positions completely unaware.
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Russian troops were caught completely off guard, never expecting an attack from their rear. Several dugouts were quickly encircled, and numerous Russian soldiers were captured in the confusion. Taking full advantage of surprise and terrain, Ukrainian operators concealed themselves in forested areas, waiting for small Russian infantry groups that were either sent to find them, or were moving to new positions completely unaware.
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The Ukrainian special operators, with intelligence gained from captured Russians, enabled the Ukrainian drone operators to identify large Russian strongholds standing in the way of the Ukrainian exfiltration. Artillery crews and heavy drone bombers were deployed, leading to the decimation of these Russian troops. This focused fire established a corridor for the Ukrainian special forces to safely traverse the forests and reach the western bank of the river, where MaxPro armored vehicles awaited to exfiltrate them back to safety.
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Notably, it is highly likely that not all Ukrainian operators exfiltrated from behind Russian lines. According to special forces doctrine, these operators will be able to gather intelligence, set up and train further resistance networks, and conduct a deadly guerrilla warfare with sabotage and liquidations of top Russian commanders.
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Posted on 6/6/25 at 10:20 am to John Barron
Zelensky sure is trying to kill off his male population. What type of idiot would have a track team staying with the Military
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If tweet fails to load, click here.Posted on 6/6/25 at 10:23 am to John Barron
Posted on 6/6/25 at 10:39 am to cypher
Volodymyr Zelenskyy /
@ZelenskyyUa
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7m
Today marks 81 years since D-Day. The day when bravery triumphed over fear.
The landing was one of the most important Allied operations of World War II. It paved the way for the restoration of freedom in Europe.
We honor all those who risked everything to push back evil and fought to defeat oppression. Their courage laid the foundations of transatlantic unity that have endured for generations.
We are deeply grateful to all who once stood against Nazism and to all who today refuse to let hatred prevail. Today, once again, bravery must triumph over fear, and liberty over tyranny.
@ZelenskyyUa
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7m
Today marks 81 years since D-Day. The day when bravery triumphed over fear.
The landing was one of the most important Allied operations of World War II. It paved the way for the restoration of freedom in Europe.
We honor all those who risked everything to push back evil and fought to defeat oppression. Their courage laid the foundations of transatlantic unity that have endured for generations.
We are deeply grateful to all who once stood against Nazism and to all who today refuse to let hatred prevail. Today, once again, bravery must triumph over fear, and liberty over tyranny.
This post was edited on 6/6/25 at 10:40 am
Posted on 6/6/25 at 10:55 am to John Barron
Posted on 6/6/25 at 11:17 am to Coeur du Tigre
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But it's the Ukrainians that are having manpower problems...
Well they are, so
Posted on 6/6/25 at 11:26 am to VolSquatch
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Well they are, so
Both sides are having issues, but one side (Russia ) has more people to draw from. In time that becomes more and more of a factor.
The 64 million dollar question now is whether or not that time has arrived.
Posted on 6/6/25 at 11:29 am to cypher
Posted on 6/6/25 at 11:35 am to John Barron
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UKRAINIANS BLEW UP A CAR OF A MILITARY RECRUITER!
People fight back more recently, it’s noticeable. So they started taking revenge on the recruiters.
If the fricker was inside the car, that's a serious deal. There have been footage of Ukro conscriptors cars being lit on fire now for over 2 years. Also seen civilans suicide bomb these recruiters and just straight up cap them.
Posted on 6/6/25 at 11:38 am to Coeur du Tigre
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Frontline report: Ghost helicopters drop Ukrainian hunters deep behind Russian lines under cover of darkness
Posted on 6/6/25 at 11:39 am to Coeur du Tigre
WTH is a ghost helicopter?
Posted on 6/6/25 at 11:42 am to Coeur du Tigre
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But it's the Ukrainians that are having manpower problems...
Redeploying troops from Africa for a summer offensive in Ukraone on the far more important frontline is hardly a manpower issue indication. Wagner troops are one of the most experience assault units in the world.
And Ukros are having immense manpower problems. Hence why kidnappings are continuing while the Midget of Kiev of is asking for a 30 day ceasefire.
Posted on 6/6/25 at 11:44 am to ticklechain
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WTH is a ghost helicopter?
Like a Ghost of Kiiieef, but a helicopter. Also highly likely imaginary.
Posted on 6/6/25 at 12:16 pm to PoppedRiser
Has Russia dared to cross the Kerch Strait bridge with a train or heavy trucks yet?
Posted on 6/6/25 at 12:24 pm to cypher
Confirmation of Spiderweb operation success.
On June 6, 2025, Russia launched a large-scale missile strike against Ukraine, engaging Tu-160 strategic bombers to fire 36 Kh-101 cruise missiles.
The Ukrainian Air Force confirmed the report.
Traditionally, such strikes are carried out using Tu-95 MSM strategic bombers, indicating a notable shift in the aggressor’s operational tactics.
Tu-95MSM is more frequently deployed due to its superior airframe and engine longevity compared to Tu-160.
This extended service life is attributed to several key factors:
lower operational stress levels,
a simpler and more maintainable design,
the use of turboprop engines,
and its original design purpose for long-endurance patrol missions.
Tu-95 aircraft and their modernized variants typically operate at a cruising speed of approximately 750 km/h at altitudes of 8–10 km. Under these conditions, the airframe and engines experience lower stress and reduced wear compared to Tu-160, which is capable of supersonic flight, significantly increasing structural loads.
Additionally, Tu-160 features a variable-sweep wing design, which incorporates additional mechanisms and components, further complicating its structure and maintenance.
In summary, although Tu-160 is faster and more powerful than Tu-95, it is technically more complex and experiences a significantly shorter operational lifespan.
Moreover, its operation is considerably more expensive—both in terms of aviation fuel and maintenance requirements.
All of this suggests that, following the Security Service of Ukraine’s Operation Spider’s Web, the aggressor is facing a shortage of Tu-95 MSM strategic bombers.
Militarnyi
On June 6, 2025, Russia launched a large-scale missile strike against Ukraine, engaging Tu-160 strategic bombers to fire 36 Kh-101 cruise missiles.
The Ukrainian Air Force confirmed the report.
Traditionally, such strikes are carried out using Tu-95 MSM strategic bombers, indicating a notable shift in the aggressor’s operational tactics.
Tu-95MSM is more frequently deployed due to its superior airframe and engine longevity compared to Tu-160.
This extended service life is attributed to several key factors:
lower operational stress levels,
a simpler and more maintainable design,
the use of turboprop engines,
and its original design purpose for long-endurance patrol missions.
Tu-95 aircraft and their modernized variants typically operate at a cruising speed of approximately 750 km/h at altitudes of 8–10 km. Under these conditions, the airframe and engines experience lower stress and reduced wear compared to Tu-160, which is capable of supersonic flight, significantly increasing structural loads.
Additionally, Tu-160 features a variable-sweep wing design, which incorporates additional mechanisms and components, further complicating its structure and maintenance.
In summary, although Tu-160 is faster and more powerful than Tu-95, it is technically more complex and experiences a significantly shorter operational lifespan.
Moreover, its operation is considerably more expensive—both in terms of aviation fuel and maintenance requirements.
All of this suggests that, following the Security Service of Ukraine’s Operation Spider’s Web, the aggressor is facing a shortage of Tu-95 MSM strategic bombers.
Militarnyi
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