Ukraine: WAR Huh - What Is It Good For Absorootly Nothing

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Exclusive: UN experts say North Korea missile landed in Ukraine's Kharkiv | Reuters

Russia threatens to 'sink Britain' if Nato sends troops to Ukraine (msn.com)

Kadyrov's Prince: 16-year-old son takes charge at elite Russian academy (msn.com)

Russia Loses Control of Key Island (msn.com)

Drone attack on Russian airfield - Satellite images of consequences appeared (msn.com)

Poland Possesses Ability to Secure Airspace Over Ukraine’s West; A Matter of Political Decision (msn.com)

U.S. concludes Putin likely didn’t order Navanly’s death but ‘not absolving’ him of responsibility | Watch (msn.com)

Estonian General Staff on whether Russia can take Chasiv Yar by May 9 (msn.com)

Italy has given Ukraine long-range missiles, says UK defense minister (defensenews.com)

UN confirms that Russia violated sanctions and hit Kharkiv with North Korean missile (msn.com)

Russia Issues Warning Amid Talks of Asset Confiscation (msn.com)

Mitch McConnell Offers Apology to Zelenskyy Over Delayed Aid to Ukraine (msn.com)

Ukraine Scores Massive Weapons Boost From NATO Nation (msn.com)

Russia threatens to ‘turn the US into radioactive ash’ and ‘sink Britain’ (msn.com)

 

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Putin rains down death on Odessa as Sophie makes visit to Ukraine (msn.com)

Macron planning to shield Europe with 'nuclear umbrella' consisting of 300 missiles to deter Russia (msn.com)

UK intelligence on consequences of Ukrainian attack on airfield in Russia's Kuban (msn.com)

US Strategic Acquisition: Soviet-Era Aircraft From Kazakhstan Fuel Speculation (msn.com)

Italy clashes with Russia over Putin's grab of Ariston Branch (msn.com)

Occupied Crimea Hit by Alleged Ukrainian Missile Assault, Russian Proxy Reports (msn.com)

Vladimir Putin on the brink as China's Xi Jinping to pull strings for Ukraine ceasefire (msn.com)

Ukraine Receives Advanced Military Aid Including Skynex Air Defense from Germany (msn.com)

Massive drone strike suggests Ukraine is going after Russia's devastating glide bombs (msn.com)

Ukraine Strikes at the Heart of Russia's Economy: Targeted Oil Refinery Hits Defy US Caution (msn.com)

NATO Prepares to Face Russia—and Problems of Its Own (msn.com)

Satellite Images Reveal Aftermath of Ukrainian Strike on Russian Airbase (msn.com)

Occupied Crimea Hit by Alleged Ukrainian Missile Assault, Russian Proxy Reports (msn.com)

 

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Surprise F-16 Update Issued by Ukraine (msn.com)

Ranting Putin propagandist urges Russia to 'wipe out' the UK on TV (msn.com)

Russian Black Sea Fleet 'Missing' After Crimea ATACMS Strikes (msn.com)

A Russian zoo said it sent peacocks to the front to 'inspire' troops. It deleted its post after people used it to mock Putin. (msn.com)

Russia breached global chemical weapons ban in Ukraine war, US says (msn.com)

Russia is conducting an aggressive covert sabotage campaign in Europe (msn.com)

Opinion: Russia's war may have opened Pandora's box for Belarus (msn.com)

High-ranking Russian defense officials caught in corruption probe (msn.com)

Ukraine has received Western weapons with permission to hit Russia – Latvian Foreign Ministry (msn.com)

Claims that the US bought 81 Soviet-era combat aircraft from a close Russian ally are likely false, experts say (msn.com)

Serhii Kuzan: How Ukraine Is Weakening Russia’s War Machine (msn.com)

Britains new 'Sky Shield' would shoot down missile strikes from Russia (msn.com)

Suspicions of Russian GRU Involvement in Mysterious 'Havana Syndrome' Cases Intensify (msn.com)

Ukraine's Strategic Destruction of Russian Military Assets: A Detailed Insight (msn.com)

Russian GPS jamming 'paving the way for war with Europe' claims expert in chilling warning to West (msn.com)

ATACMS Volley Strikes Mass Of Russian Troops Training In Eastern Ukraine (msn.com)

Russia-Ukraine war: List of key events, day 797 (msn.com)

Military Intelligence: Nepalese mercenaries desert Russian army in droves (msn.com)

Stoltenberg: NATO countries haven’t delivered what they promised to Ukraine in time | Watch (msn.com)

Russia using banned chemical weapons in war on Ukraine, State Department says (msn.com)

France to send troops to Ukraine if Russia breaks through front lines (msn.com)

 

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I've run into a handful of Ukrainian cartoons, so you'll be seeing those for awhile

As always, I neither endorse nor denounce any messages either in the cartoons or the links.

Vladimir Putin warned he could 'lose his life' as Ukraine prepares huge attack in war (msn.com)

Russia calls claim about its alleged military ties with North Korea inaccurate (msn.com)

Analysis-Russia can't match a Western asset seizure, but it can inflict pain (msn.com)

Russia demands Latvia reveal nations aiding Ukraine's strikes (msn.com)

US Intelligence assesses potential end of war in Ukraine soon (msn.com)

Why Russia Still Uses Armored Military Trains Today (msn.com)

Vladimir Putin 'alarmed' after Ukrainian diplomat hints at next military move (msn.com)

Daring Ukrainian strike reveals Achilles' heel of Russian air defense (msn.com)

Allegations Surface of Russian Hybrid Warfare on NATO Soil (msn.com)

Poland Issues Grim Prediction For Russia If It Attacks | Watch (msn.com)

Here’s what Ukraine needs in missiles, shells and troops to win. It’s completely doable (msn.com)

A NATO country said it could join Ukraine's war with Russia if 2 conditions are met (msn.com)

NATO Ally Gives Ukraine Green Light to Cross Putin's Red Line (msn.com)

Russian economy set to plummet to record lows in devastating hammer blow to Putin (msn.com)

NATO says Russia is carrying out 'malign activities' like sabotage on its member states and will address them (msn.com)

 

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Denmark increases defense spending in view of Russian long-term war (defensenews.com)

Ukraine comms struggles spur European hunger for L3Harris radios (c4isrnet.com)

Kremlin concerned over Macron and Cameron's statements on Western troops in Ukraine and attacks on Russia (msn.com)

US does not expect front line in Ukraine to collapse in near future - NYT (msn.com)

NATO can't protect its Baltic members in the event of a Russian attack - Ukrainian military intelligence (msn.com)

Putin Deploys Banned Chemical Agent in Bold Bid to Overwhelm Ukraine (msn.com)

US fighter jets 'scramble to intercept Russian nuclear bomber' (msn.com)

US-Russia tensions skyrocket as Putin's bombers complete 11-hour flight near Alaska and his forces enter US base in Niger (msn.com)

Russia Sends a Strong Signal to Japan Amidst Rising Tensions (msn.com)

Construction of fortifications is being completed in five regions of Ukraine (msn.com)

Russia leaves thousands of planes without GPS in northern Europe (msn.com)

Tucker Carlson Predicts 'Hot War' With Russia (msn.com) Well in that case, it must be true.

Russia vows stern retaliation against West's navigation curbs (msn.com)

Ukraine Strikes Deep into Russia, Forcing 40 Aircraft Redeployment (msn.com)

Norway exposes Russian intelligence agents preparing acts of sabotage (msn.com)

 

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Escalation Looms as Ukraine Admits Key City's Fall Imminent; Russia Warns of "Powerful Revenge Strike" (msn.com)

Why US doesn't allow Ukraine to strike Russian territory: Comment of ambassador (msn.com)

Ukraine Strikes Deep: US ATACMS Change the Calculus of War Against Russian Forces (msn.com)

Why the UK says Ukraine can now target Russia with British weapons (msn.com)

The ‘Dark Fleet’ powering Putin’s Ukraine war machine is out of hand. It’s time to act (msn.com)

Russia Warns of "Devastating Retaliation" if Crimea Bridge Targeted Again (msn.com)

NATO drills show it is preparing for potential conflict with Russia, Moscow says (msn.com)

Lithuanian Defence Minister believes NATO underestimated Kremlin's adaptability (msn.com)

Top Ukraine Official Warns Russia Could Capture 'Baltics in 7 Days' (msn.com)

Vladimir Putin's 'horrendous' chemical weapon use in Ukraine should be 'wake up call to NATO' (msn.com)

 

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Poland intrigues by statement on sending troops to Ukraine (msn.com)

Human Rights Watch: Russian Soldiers Have Reportedly Killed at Least 15 Ukrainian Soldiers Who Surrendered Since December (msn.com)

Ukraine's Strategic Strikes Induce Russian Aircraft Dispersal, Pressuring Air Operations (msn.com)

NATO Ally Issues Stark Warning of New World War With Russia (msn.com)

Russia issues WW3 'retaliation' warning to US over Ukraine's Crimea Bridge attacks (msn.com) Hey, all they need is the Dali….

Russia Issues Direct Warning to US Over Crimea: 'Doomed to Failure' (msn.com)

Frontline tensions flare, but dynamic shifts reported by Ukrainian Armed Forces (msn.com)

Russia blames Baltic countries for the severing of most ties (msn.com)

Kremlin Accuses Ukraine of Targeting Forces in Crimea with U.S.-Made Mobile Missiles (msn.com)

Partisans: Occupiers hide equipment in Mariupol amid ATACMS threat (msn.com)

Russia fully adapted for attritional warfare — UK intelligence (msn.com)

Rheinmetall to Supply Ukraine with Massive Ammunition Quantities in 2024 (msn.com)

Experts Ring Alarm Bells on Russia's Fragile State (msn.com)

Scale of GPS malfunctions expands, Russia is responsible, Finnish foreign minister says (msn.com)

Ukrainian Armed Forces to receive prototypes of long-range artillery shells from Rheinmetall (msn.com)

Ukraine Utilizes US-Made Missiles to Strike Russian Forces in Crimea: Strategic Implications (msn.com)

Czechia withdraws its ambassador to Russia who has been in Prague since 2022 (msn.com)

 

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Putin rains down death on Ukraine in overnight Russian rocket attack (msn.com)

Russian forces prepare for first military conscription in occupied Zaporizhzhya Oblast – UK intel (msn.com)

Zelenskyy hears report of Ukraine's Commander-in-Chief returned from contact line at meeting of Staff (msn.com)

Electronic warfare in Ukraine has lessons for US weapons, navigation (c4isrnet.com)

Could an enemy hijack your GPS signal? Only if you don’t defend it (defensenews.com)

Divisions in the Dirt: The Army’s plan for the next big war (armytimes.com)

Russia Accused by Multiple European Intelligence Agencies of Planning Sabotage (msn.com)

Russians deploy new obstacles in desperate try to protect their bays in occupied Crimea – Monitoring group (msn.com)

Intelligence Sources Warn of Imminent Russian Offensive on Kharkiv with Upwards of 70,000 Troops (msn.com)

Satellite images show Russia no longer using Crimean bridge to supply troops in Ukraine (msn.com)

Intricate Web of Deceit: Counterfeit Parts in North Korean Missiles Unveil a Shadowy Proliferation Network (msn.com)

Ukraine's Easter Surprise: Drone-Delivered Explosives to Putin's Forces (msn.com)

Russia warns Britain it could strike back after Cameron remark on Ukraine (msn.com)

Russians Are Coming to Terms With Putin’s War in Ukraine (msn.com)

Russia Arrests U.S. Army Soldier on Theft Charges (msn.com) Idiot

Ukrainian Air Defense Unleashes Devastating Blow to Russian Air Superiority (msn.com)

 

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Ukraine, EU defense firms discuss setting up local production (defensenews.com)

Stingy intel-sharing a ‘recipe for losing,’ Space Force’s Miller says (c4isrnet.com)

Putin Says Russia Is Open to Dialogue With the West | Watch (msn.com)

Russian Elites Scramble for Power in Putin's 'Last' Cabinet (msn.com)

Russia's military is so hard up for manpower that it now pays more than the oil and gas sector (msn.com)

Xi Jinping outlines his vision for peaceful conference regarding Ukraine (msn.com)

Russia's Shadow Fleet Turfed Out by NATO Navy Drills (msn.com)

Despite 'reckless rhetoric', Russia not planning to use nukes - White House (msn.com)

About half of the North Korean missiles Russia fired at Ukraine flew off course and exploded in the air, official says (msn.com)

EU countries attending Putin's "inauguration" revealed: one changes its mind (msn.com)

Poland's Tusk calls secret services meeting to address judge's defection to Belarus (msn.com)

Ukrainian forces outsmart Russian vessels — HUR (msn.com)

Armenian PM explains why he did not attend Putin's "inauguration" (msn.com)

Ukraine mixes ancient weapon with drone tech to take out Russian forces | Watch (msn.com)

Putin sends message to West as he is sworn in for fifth term as Russian president | Watch (msn.com)

Vladimir Putin's 'trigger' for nuclear war with NATO revealed as situation 'critical' (msn.com)

 

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Ukraine's Kerch Bridge Strikes: A Strategic Shift in the Conflict with Russia (msn.com)

Putin's Tentative Olive Branch: Could It Signal an End to the Ukraine Conflict? (msn.com)

Ukraine's Abrams tanks get game-changing upgrade, ready for combat (msn.com)

An alleged plot to assassinate Zelenskyy gives an alarming look into how deeply Russia can penetrate his inner circle (msn.com)

"Mosquito Bite" Strategy: How Ukraine's Attacks Are Wearing Down Russian Defenses (msn.com)

Bad News for Putin: China Hikes the Cost of Shipping Goods to Russia (msn.com)

Potential deployment of French troops to Ukraine draws Russian threat (msn.com)

Germany's Strong Rebuke: Ambassador Recalled Amid Accusations of Russian Cyber Espionage (msn.com)

Russia's homegrown Wikipedia promises a 'different direction' from its inspiration: One where Yevgeny Prigozhin just happened to explode in mid-air (msn.com)

Ukraine's Crimea Bridge Bluster Appears to Have Paid Off | Watch (msn.com)

“Russia cannot afford to lose, so we need a kind of a victory”: Sergey Karaganov on what Putin wants - New Statesman

Putin agrees to withdraw troops from Armenia amid Western pivot (msn.com)

Fact Check: Did White House Say WW II Won by 'Americans and Ukrainians'? (msn.com) an example of disinformation

Britain cracks down on Russian spies as 'Putin's Palace' is shut down (msn.com)

Ukraine Breaks New Ground With Drone Strikes on Russian Oil Hubs (msn.com)

Aftermath of alleged ATACMS missile strike on Luhansk oil depot – Satellite images (msn.com)

What does Ukraine need the most? Former U.S. Army commander stresses continued support | Watch (msn.com)

Europe Takes Aim at Putin's Secret Weapon (msn.com)

 

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Russia's jamming of American weapons in Ukraine is showing the US what it needs to be ready for in a future fight (msn.com)

Putin Renews Nuclear Threats Against West at Military Parade (msn.com)

Russians target enemy but blow up own oil depot (msn.com)

Test of the West — Putin Set to Launch ‘Mini-Invasion’ Against Neighboring NATO Country: Report (msn.com)

FBI watching if US support for Ukraine will spur Russian risk taking in 2024 election (msn.com)

Ukrainian Drones Penetrate Deep Into Russia, Igniting Fuel Depot in Strategic Strike (msn.com)

Putin Ally Warns Russia's Nuclear War Policy May Change (msn.com)

Putin's Gambit: Alleged Plans for 'Mini-Invasion' Stir NATO and Global Tensions (msn.com)

France eyes handing over 'expired' long-range SCALP missiles to Ukraine (msn.com)

Pentagon announces $400 million in Ukraine arms transfers (defensenews.com)

US Brigadier Gen. Mark Kimmitt: It's time to take off the gloves and show strength (msn.com)

Zelensky's top bodyguard suffers consequences after alleged assassination attempt (msn.com)

Russian casualty figures have declined but are set for massive growth (msn.com)

 

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Russia launches a major ground assault in Ukraine’s north (msn.com)

Putin in rare concession of Ukraine war troubles as he admits country suffering 'difficult period' (msn.com)

Putin’s Surprise Attack Leaves Ukraine in ‘Incredibly Difficult’ Position (msn.com)

Putin humiliated as Russia drops huge 500kg bomb on its own civilians by accident (msn.com)

Strikes on Rovenky Oil Depot Signal Escalation in Ukraine's Counter Logistics Campaign (msn.com)

Russian division refuses attack on Kharkiv amid Ukraine conflict (msn.com)

Kharkhiv War Maps Reveal 'Significant' Russian Advances (msn.com)

British Ministry of Defense announced largest aid package to Ukraine: What's included (msn.com)

 

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Putin replaces Russian defense and security chiefs – POLITICO

Putin suddenly fires his longtime friend and defence minister (msn.com)

Unfolding situation in southern front amid Russian offensive in Kharkiv region (msn.com)

Tensions Flare as U.S. MQ-9 Reaper Drone Downed in Black Sea Incident Near Ukraine (msn.com)

Mounting Tensions: Polish Intelligence Highlights Putin's Potential for a Limited 'Mini-Operation' Against NATO Members (msn.com)

Czech President says Europe has to set out clear boundaries for Russia (msn.com)

Ukrainian Commander-in-Chief Syrskyi explained situation in Kharkiv direction (msn.com)

Russia's T-34 Tank at Victory Day Parade Exposes Military Strain and Sparks Critique (msn.com)

Ukraine's High-Stakes 'Wild Weasel' Missions Signal Bold Strategy Against Russian Air Defenses (msn.com)

Ukraine's ATACMS Missile Strike Incinerates Luhansk Oil Depot Amid Escalating Tensions (msn.com)

Putin's Crusade Against NATO Delivered New Blow (msn.com)

Zelenskyy comments on Russian PSYOPs and urges Ukrainians to stay calm (msn.com)

Putin warned next step in Ukraine invasion impossible as massive shortages cripple advance (msn.com)

Russia's T-14 Armata Tank Dreams Stalled Amid Battlefield Woes (msn.com)

Explosion Rips Through 10-Story Russian Apartment Building (msn.com)

 

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Syrskyi: Russia's breakthrough attempt halted, situation in several sectors 'changing rapidly' (msn.com)

NATO’s newest ally prepared to act as a ‘porcupine’ if Russia war comes (msn.com)

Russia's race to ramp up fighter jet production faces scrutiny (msn.com)

Russia blames Ukraine after blast destroys apartments (msn.com)

Germany 'considers conscripting all 18-year-olds' amid fears of war (msn.com)

A Russian drone unit is recruiting members of the Kremlin elite so they can 'sidestep' military service on the front, UK intel says (msn.com)

Former chess champion Garry Kasparov is a wanted man in Russia (msn.com)

US general warns: Russia's threat extends beyond Ukraine, urges strong NATO Unity (msn.com)

Russia-Ukraine war: List of key events, day 808 (msn.com)

Brown and Harvard receive millions from pro-Palestinian donors: Report | Watch (msn.com)

Zelenskyy heads to Madrid to sign security agreement with Spain, media reports (msn.com)

Near-miss drone attack on Putin’s Sochi heliport shocks Russians (msn.com)

Russian Ambassador to Mozambique found dead (msn.com)

German Parliament Debates NATO’s Role in Intercepting Drones Over Ukraine (msn.com)

Zelensky's narrow escapes: Ukraine thwarts assassination bids (msn.com)

Russia Prepared For Confrontation With West Over Ukraine, Says Lavrov: 'If They Want It To Be On The Battlefield, It Will Be On The Battlefield' (msn.com)

Russia-Ukraine war: Kremlin promises each future occupier 2 hectares of occupied Ukrainian land (msn.com)

 

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Yevgeny Prigozhin Finally Gets His Revenge From Beyond the Grave (msn.com)

What Is the New Symbol Appearing on Russian Military Equipment? (msn.com)

CERN's Decision to Cut Ties with Russia Sparks Controversy (msn.com)

Spain set to send aid package with Leopard 2 tanks to Ukraine (msn.com)

Russia Loses Unprecedented 1,740 Troops in Single Day as Ukraine Fights Relentless Attacks (msn.com)

Putin’s Enemies are Struggling to Unite (msn.com)

Shapps says new ships for Royal Marines will learn lessons from Ukraine war (msn.com)

Putin's latest nuclear show of strength to the West (msn.com)

NATO Mulls Its Ukraine Options (msn.com)

Sweden prepares for worst case scenario (msn.com)

Russia's economy can't avoid a crisis forever and it's becoming more vulnerable to shocks, think tank researcher says (msn.com)

UK Special Forces in Ukraine: Unspoken Reality Behind Western Military Dynamics (msn.com)

Sweden is ready to deploy nuclear weapons in case of war - Prime Minister (msn.com)

NATO member Estonia is 'seriously' discussing sending troops to fill non-combat roles in Ukraine, security advisor says (msn.com)

Russian Offensive Campaign Assessment, May 13, 2024 | Critical Threats