For Those Who Might Be Wondering Why We Might Be In Ukraine

[ChloeTzang]

I posted this before but it seems now thay are nationalizing his businesses. Putin REALY needs the money and he'scoming for the oligarchs.

Putin will be jailing more oligarchs soon. Russia’s budget deficit is spiraling, oil revenue is down, and sanctions are biting hard while Russia’s sovereign cushion is being rapidly drained to prop up its war economy. With reserves frozen and war costs rising, he’ll turn inward. Not for justice, but for cash. Expect arrests, asset seizures, and show trials.

Question is now who holds the most power. Can the oligarachs oust him, or will more and more of them be stripped of their assets and got rid of. Bet the next we see of this guy, he's jumped out a window while being interrogated.

 

[ChloeTzang]

Oops:

https://kyivindependent.com/ukraine...xplode-in-countrys-far-east-hur-says-06-2025/

It's going to be interesting to see what the damage is. I do like the oil pipeline explosions ine the far east - it would seem either Ukrainian special forces are roaing far and wide within Russia, or the Ukrainian diaspora within Russia are taking action here and there - there are a LOT of Ukrainians scattered across Russia.

Explosions in Russia's Vladivostok damaged a gas pipeline and destroyed a water pipeline that supplied military facilities in the area, a source in Ukraine's military intelligence (HUR) told the Kyiv Independent on July 5. A fire followed the explosions and destroyed sections of the Vladivostok gas pipeline along the Sea of Japan, the source said. The blasts occurred early on July 5, between 1-2 a.m., with Russian special services and repair teams arriving shortly after. The damaged pipeline provides gas to several Russian military facilities on the coast of the Sea of Japan, including the 155th Marine Brigade of the Pacific Fleet of the Russian Armed Forces, the source told the Kyiv Independent. The water pipeline destroyed in the explosion provided drinking water to military garrisons in the area. "In order to hide information from the local population... local special services turned off mobile Internet and communications in the area," the source added.

Ukraine targeted the Borisoglebsk airfield in Russia's Voronezh Oblast overnight on July 5, damaging a warehouse with guided bombs, aircraft, and other military assets, Ukraine's General Staff reported. The airfield hosts Su-34, Su-35S, and Su-30SM jets thatRussia regularly uses in air strikes against Ukraine, according to the military. The strike may have destroyed a training and combat aircraft, with further assessments underway.

Leningrad Oblast Governor Alexander Drozdenko said two drones were downed south of St. Petersburg, prompting a temporary suspension of flights at Pulkovo airport. No casualties or damage were reported.

The governor of Smolensk Oblast in western Russia said anti-aircraft units downed three drones without casualties or damage. The governor of Voronezh Oblast, bordering Ukraine, also confirmed the destruction of several drones.

Explosions were also heard overnight in Cheboksary, the capital of the Chuvash Republic, where video footage shared online showed a fire reportedly at a local industrial site. Ukraine struck a critical Russian military-industrial site overnight on July 5 that produces components for high-precision weapons used by Moscow to attack Ukraine, the General Staff of Ukraine's Armed Forces reported. The site in question is JSC VNIIR-Progress, a Russian state institute that specializes in developing electronic warfare (EW) systems, including the Kometa antenna arrays, used to jam satellite, radio, and radar signals. The institute is located in Cheboksary, Chuvash Republic, about 1,200 kilometers (745 miles) away from the Ukrainian border.

Additionally, explosions were heard during the night in Engels, Saratov Oblast, with some Telegram channels suggesting a military airfield was likely targeted.

 

[ChloeTzang]

Seems Russia launched another Oreshnik ICBM at Ukraine and it failed over Crimea - this is according to some Russian channels on Telegram. The missile launch was carried out from Crimea towards Odessa. About halfway through the flight the rocket lost stability, something happened to the stabilization and it crashed into the sea. Not a good track recordfor the Oreshnik. One suspects Russia's older ICBM's are in an even worse state - and there goes yet another leg if the Russian nuclear umbrella.

 

[ChloeTzang]

The war starting to bite within Russia

Putin fires transport minister after Ukraine cripples Russian air traffic​

Russian President Vladimir Putin fired Transport Minister Roman Starovoit early Monday, according to a decree published by the Kremlin. The government provided no official explanation for Starovoit's firing, but it comes after Ukrainian drone attacks over the weekend sparked turmoil for Russian air traffic, with stranded passengers stuck in airports as flights were canceled. According to Russia's federal air transport agency and the Russian transport ministry, Russian airlines canceled 485 flights, while 88 flights had to be redirected and 1,900 flights were delayed in the period from Saturday to Monday.

https://www.politico.eu/article/put...inian-drones-collapsed-air-traffic-in-russia/

 

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And so it goes.......the only way out of Putin's regime is a window or a bullet

Ahhhhhh - he was about to be named a suspect in a huge embezzlement scheme tied to defense construction in Kursk, THAT explains it.

 

[ChloeTzang]

Burn, baby, burn...........

Ukraine has struck deep inside Russia, hitting a critical electronics factory and a key military airfield in a coordinated assault. The twin strikes disrupted guidance systems, destroyed valuable equipment, and exposed growing cracks in Russia’s war machine. These long-range attacks are part of a broader campaign to weaken Russia’s offensive capabilities at their source. As Ukraine’s drone warfare evolves, the strategic balance continues to shift—with serious implications for the war’s next phase.

 

[ChloeTzang]

Donbas Offensive Halted! 110,000 Russian Troops Left WITH NO AMMO!​

Updates from Donetsk.

Here, the Ukrainian armed forces destroyed a massive Russian central ammunition depot, filled to the brim with missiles and rockets. Destroying tons of Russian ammunition in one fell swoop, Ukrainians have massively decreased Russian fire support, and opened the skies for Ukrainian jets to conduct devastating air strikes on the largest Russian forces concentration seen since the start of the war.

The Ukrainian Security Service, coordinating closely with other units, used the first dark hours of the evening to deliver a devastating strike on a key Russian ammunition depot in the town of Khartsyzk near Donetsk. Precision-guided kamikaze strike drones successfully penetrated Russian air defenses, with the explosion triggering a massive detonation that rocked the surrounding area. Eyewitnesses reported enormous fireballs illuminating the night sky, accompanied by continuous, powerful explosions that could be heard and felt kilometers away. Based on the intensity, look, and sound of these explosions, the depot likely contained thousands of tons of ammunition for multiple-launch rocket systems and surface-to-air missiles, all meticulously stockpiled for Russia’s imminent summer offensive.

This massive blow comes at a critical moment, significantly undermining Russian preparations for their enormous planned offensive operation toward Pokrovsk. Russian forces have concentrated approximately 110,000 troops under the 8th Combined Arms Army, tasked with spearheading assaults in the area spanning from Velyka Novosilka to Pokrovsk. Highlighting the strategic importance of this area, as you might remember, the commander of the 8th Combined Arms Army, Ruslan Goryachkin, was previously killed by a targeted Storm Shadow missile strike only a week before. Clearly, minor media victories and photo shoots in the Dnipropetrovsk Region are not what the over 110,000 soldiers are for, with Pokrovsk being the primary target for the Russian summer offensive.

Facing such an overwhelming enemy concentration, the Ukrainian armed forces stand before the immense challenge of neutralizing more than a hundred thousand Russian soldiers in a short period of time. Consequently, Ukraine is looking for a more achievable solution and is strategically focusing on undermining Russian assaults before they even commence, making them inconsistent, weak, and therefore as manageable as possible. Targeting central ammunition depots, such as the one in Khartsyzk, critically disrupts the Russian logistics chain. These large depots typically receive their ammunition deliveries by train, creating a crucial vulnerability. Ukrainian cyberattacks have penetrated Russian railway systems, enabling near real time tracking of supply movements. Often, just minutes after Russian trains unload munitions at these centralized depots, Ukrainian drones, and precision missile strikes annihilate the freshly delivered stockpiles.

From major depots, ammunition must then travel to front-line units by truck, exposing another vulnerability. Russia frequently employs sizable convoys for these transfers, making them conspicuous and highly vulnerable to detection and subsequent precision strikes from HIMARS and drones. However, Ukrainian reconnaissance sometimes adopts a more sophisticated approach. Intelligence and resistance groups occasionally let ammunition deliveries pass unharmed, tracking their movement back to larger hidden bases, thus identifying high-value targets for big strikes that destroy a much larger quantity of supplies.

The recent Khartsyzk strike has a profound impact on Russian combat capabilities. Specifically, the destruction of multiple rocket launch system ammunition significantly reduces available artillery fire support for Russian ground assaults. Simultaneously, obliterating large stocks of surface-to-air missiles weakens Russian air defenses, thereby providing the Ukrainian Air Force with increased operational freedom for its jets and helicopters. These developments directly benefit Ukrainian defenders, substantially reducing threats and exposing advancing Russian infantry and mechanized units, now lacking sufficient fire and air-defense support.

Overall, as Russia’s forces gather in record numbers, determined to finally capture the vital town of Pokrovsk, Ukrainian defenders must remain exceptionally creative. Carefully selecting targets such as senior commanders, logistical hubs, and large ammunition depots is critical to degrading Russian operational strength. These deliberate strikes force Russian commanders into launching premature, ill-prepared offensives, turning their numerically superior forces into vulnerable targets easily exploited by battle-hardened Ukrainian troops. Ultimately, Ukraine’s...
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[ll74]

Who knew I'd ever agree with this douche.

https://twitter.com/x/status/1942283989600919701

 

[ChloeTzang]

Who knew I'd ever agree with this douche.

https://twitter.com/x/status/1942283989600919701

LOL. I just saw that too, and though exactly the same thing. Except in my case it was something more robust than douche. LOL

 

[ChloeTzang]

This is something that's really neededed. Seems that many Ukrainianian politicians, Zelensky included, don't have any real understanding of the Byzantine complexities of US politics.

Sadly, this move is a candidate for the "too little and too late" award. Zelensky should've fired the current ambassador back in November (once he knew Trump had won) over the stupid stunt she pulled with inviting Dem leaders but no Repubs to Zelensky's Sept tour of the PA ammo factory. That was a huge mistake - as was allowing Ukraine to be tied so losely to Biden and the Democrats in the eyes of so many. Biden wirked to make Ukraine partisan in the eyes of many Americans, and succeeded to well, unfortunately. Probably his only success.

 

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Update from Ukraine | Top Russian officials are Dropping Like Rain from Windows.​

 

[ChloeTzang]

Russians pulling their own teeth literally - Do It Yourself Dental Kit sales are surging

Russians can't afford dentists, the economy is crashing and it's starting to show, Russia is nationalising companies to strip their cash for the war, airports have been closed for days now.....

13 of Russia's biggest companies have gone broke. There's a huge surge in credit card defaults....Ukraine's targeting of the Russian economy is working

 

[BabyBoomer50s]

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https://twitter.com/x/status/1942516330252624129

 

[ChloeTzang]

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https://twitter.com/x/status/1942516330252624129

When the oligarchs finally get terrified enough to take Putin down will be when Russia is defeated

 

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[ll74]

The President asks Kaitlin Collins to tell him who ordered the pause in weapons to Ukraine.

https://twitter.com/x/status/1942632501538705496

 

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Good news from the northern direction on the Sumy region — following the liberation of the settlement of Andriivka, Ukrainian soldiers have now also expelled Russian forces from Novokostiantynivka and entered Kondrativka, where intense clashes are still ongoing.

 

[ChloeTzang]

A sudden upsurge in deaths amongst Russian Businessmen and politicians seems to have begun. Defenestration. Shootings. "Unexpected" death. Let us count the ways.....

Now that Tucker Carlson has covered Moscow’s grocery stores, will his next video focus on the surge in high-profile job openings inside Russia, which seem to be directly correlated with open windows?

 

[ChloeTzang]

I’m seeing a lot of posts on X attacking TACO's decision (hopefully he sticks to it this time) to arm Ukraine - claiming they “didn’t vote for this.”

Well, I did. I voted for strong American leadership. I voted for peace through strength. Supplying weapons to Ukraine isn’t charity, it’s strategy. And yes, it’s exactly what an America First President does. Here are just some of the ways:

1. Countering Russia Protects American Security: Russia’s aggression in Ukraine threatens the stability of Europe, a key ally and trading partner. A stronger Russia emboldened by victory could destabilize NATO, forcing the U.S. to spend more on defense or risk direct confrontation later. By arming Ukraine, the U.S. weakens Russia’s military and economy - sanctions and battlefield losses have already strained Moscow -without risking American lives. This preserves U.S. strength and deters future threats. Nothing screams "America First" louder than winning without fighting, and helping our friends defend themselves against aggression and invasion.

2. Boosting the U.S. Economy: Military aid to Ukraine fuels American industry. Most aid is spent on U.S.-made weapons, like patriot missiles, creating jobs in defense manufacturing. For example, Lockheed Martin and Raytheon have ramped up production, employing thousands. This stimulates the economy while replenishing U.S. stockpiles with newer systems, enhancing readiness - all while Ukraine bears the cost of fighting. Relatedly, the cost is a fraction of the alternative. U.S. aid to Ukraine - about $75 billion since 2022 - is less than 5% of annual defense spending.

Compare that to the trillions spent on direct interventions in Iraq and Afghanistan, with thousands of American lives lost. Ukraine fights its own war, asking only for weapons and ammo and tooks to do the job, not troops. This is strategic outsourcing at its finest: maximum impact, minimal risk. No American lives risked or lost. For once, we have an ally and friend that's motivated, eager to fight their own war and win, and DOES NOT WANT our troops to die for them.

Critics might argue this diverts resources from domestic needs, but the math doesn’t lie—aid to Ukraine is a drop in the federal budget, and the return on investment is massive. It’s hard to imagine a policy more aligned with putting America’s security, economy, and global dominance first than arming Ukraine to the teeth to bleed out Russia’s ambitions.

**Also spare me the war-mongering labeling and the nonsense about saving Ukrainian lives by having Ukraine surrender to a regime that will immediately commit genocide and mass murder. I want peace. Peace is NOT surrender. Peace is a Ukrainian victory, and nothing less.

3. Reinforcing Global Leadership: An America First approach doesn’t mean isolationism; it means leading on terms that benefit the U.S. Arming Ukraine showcases American power and reliability, reassuring allies like Poland and the Baltics, who host U.S. troops and buy American weapons. It also counters China’s influence, as Beijing watches how the U.S. supports its partners. A Ukrainian victory strengthens America’s diplomatic clout, ensuring favorable trade and security deals. A Ukrainian defeat weakens America, fuels Russian and Chinese aggression, and will cause our allies to turn away from us and look elsewhere.

4. Moral and Strategic Credibility: Supporting Ukraine showcases America as a defender of sovereignty and territorial integrity, principles tied to the America First movement. Ukraine’s fight against Russia’s unprovoked invasion aligns with American values of self-determination and resistance to tyranny. By providing weapons, the U.S. backs a nation defending its people and borders, reinforcing America’s image as a leader on this issues. This also resonates with Americans who see their country as a force for good, fostering national pride and unity. America. Is. Exceptional. This is a core tenet of MAGA. It also counters narratives from adversaries like Russia and China, who paint the U.S. as hypocritical or declining. Failing to support Ukraine would erode this credibility, signaling weakness to allies and emboldening authoritarians, which could destabilize regions critical to U.S. interests.

 

[ChloeTzang]

Kremlin seizes businesses en masse to save federal budget​

The number of property confiscations in Russia is growing rapidly, further complicating the prospects of an already sluggish economy, although it does help to temporarily replenish the depleted state treasury.

Source: Bloomberg

Details: Experts report that the total value of confiscated property since 2022 was approximately US$49.5 billion. In the last year alone, the number of such seizures has tripled.

Of this amount, almost half of those seized are strategically important companies over which the Kremlin seeks to tighten control. The rest are assets in various industries, which are often sold to new owners, with the proceeds going to the budget. In total, lawyers have counted 102 such cases. Although this allows the government to temporarily replenish the budget and strengthen control over the economy, such practices weaken its stability and effectively destroy the private sector, the very sector that helped Russia withstand sanctions and economic blows after its invasion of Ukraine in 2022. The authorities use various grounds for confiscation – from violations during privatisation in the past, as well as accusations of corruption or extremism to "protecting public interests", lawyers say. "The Kremlin is solving two problems at once," explains economist Andrei Yakovlev of Harvard University. "Confiscating property that’s later re-sold creates a new revenue stream for the budget and ‘reshapes the business elite so their fate is tied to the regime’s survival’."

Last year, the federal budget received 132 billion roubles (US$1.6 billion) from the sale of confiscated property, many times more than the planned 1 billion (US$12.7 million). Most of the funds came from assets seized by the Prosecutor General's Office, including the car dealer Rolf and companies in the chemical and agricultural sectors. Finance Minister Anton Siluanov said in March that he wants to maintain this pace in 2025. However, Yakovlev says that replacing experienced private owners with people whose success depends solely on state support inevitably reduces the efficiency of the economy.

Background: The Russian government has effectively supported a bill that allows the seizure of property belonging to Russians who have left the country and criticise the authorities: in May, the document was already approved by the State Duma after its first reading.

Talk about a one off. Eating your seed corn never works. and the inevitable result is that corruption and internal looting will soar, destroying and bankriipting these companies from within. The coming Russian economic collapse is going to be epic.

https://www.pravda.com.ua/eng/news/2025/07/9/7520928/