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Aug 15 12 tweets 4 min read
Putin & Trump in Alaska: The Hidden China Angle

The meeting at Joint Base Elmendorf-Richardson focuses primarily on ending the Ukraine war, but lurking in the background is the battle for the Arctic's future

🧵 Let's dive in Image Arctic's geopolitical future

With tensions around the Middle East and military threats for maritime trade via the Suez Canal, the region is opening up for shipping, resources, and military ops.

Russia and China are racing ahead, leaving the US scrambling. Image
Aug 14 8 tweets 3 min read
Trump just threatened 🇷🇺 with 'severe consequences' if Putin doesn’t 'agree to end Ukraine war' immediately after Alaska

The truth? The US is in no position to dictate terms to Russia

🧵 Here’s why Trump needs a reality check: Image REASON 1: UKRAINIAN MILITARY LOSING BADLY

Ukrainian forces in Pokrovsk are in danger of operational encirclement, and Russian troops are poking numerous holes in Ukrainian defenses along the Donetsk front Image
Aug 12 5 tweets 2 min read
🇺🇦⚔️🇷🇺 More bad news for Ukraine

Since late July, Russia has relentlessly targeted railway stations, depots, and key rail junctions in Ukraine’s rear.

Why now?

The conditions are finally right.

Let’s break it down 🧵 Image Two key factors made this possible:

🔸Mass production of Geran-2 drones, which overwhelm 🇺🇦 air defenses.

🔸Back in 2022-23, precision strikes were saved for high-value targets—not infrastructure. Now Russia has enough assets to hit both simultaneously
Aug 8 9 tweets 4 min read
🚨🇺🇸🇷🇺Putin-Trump Talks – What to Expect? A Deep Dive into the Coming Negotiations

The stage is set for another high-stakes meeting between Vladimir Putin and Donald Trump, but what can we realistically expect?

Let’s break it down🧵 Image 1️⃣The Zelensky Factor: A Non-Starter for Russia

Putin has made it clear: talks with Zelensky are "very far away." Ukraine must first meet key conditions. Trump initially floated the idea but quickly backtracked, adding to the confusion.

🔸Key Takeaway: Russia won’t legitimize Zelensky without major concessions. The West’s insistence on his inclusion only delays real progress.Image
Aug 7 10 tweets 3 min read
🚨🇺🇸💸War Machine Math: How the US Burned $5.8 Trillion & Millions of Lives

More than 20 years of US wars have directly killed ~940,000 people and cost the trillions for the middle-east and the US.

🧵Let’s go deep into it:👇 Image This week, US warplanes bombed at least 3 Iranian nuclear facilities.

🔸7 B-2 stealth bombers ($2.1bn each) dropped 14+ bunker-buster bombs.

🔸125+ US aircraft deployed—costing hundreds of millions. Image
Aug 6 8 tweets 3 min read
🚨🇺🇸🇮🇳US & UK’s Bully Tactics Backfire: India Could move Even Closer to BRICS

The US and UK are escalating economic, political, and covert actions to pressure India into abandoning its strategic autonomy.

From tariffs to Khalistani support, and even alleged sabotage plots, the goal is clear.

Here’s how:🧵Image Downplaying ISI Terrorism in Kashmir

After 26 Hindus were killed in Pahalgam (ISI-linked attack) Trump dismissed it: "They’ll get it figured out". It emboldens Pakistan to escalate proxy warfare in Kashmir

If the US whitewashes ISI’s role, India’s retaliatory strikes (e.g., Balakot) risk being framed as "aggression," limiting strategic optionsImage
Aug 5 8 tweets 3 min read
🚨🇺🇸🇷🇺 Did Trump's crazy rant end INF moratorium?

After years of restraint, Russia has now officially lifted the ban on the deployment of intermediate & shorter-range missiles.

Moscow is compelled to respond to the direct threat posed by US missiles encircling its borders.

🧵 Image This decision comes after direct provocations by the US and NATO, who have:

🔸Exercises of mobile Mk70 launcher (Denmark, 2023)

🔸Deployed Typhon (mid-range) in Philippines/Australia (April 2024)

🔸Tested PrSM missiles (500+ km) via HIMARS in Palau/Ukraine (June 2024)

🔸Dark Eagle hypersonics in Talisman Sabre 2025 exercises (Australia)

🔸Deploying of Dark Eagle hypersonics in Germany (exercises planned for 2026)Image
Aug 4 9 tweets 4 min read
🚨🇺🇸🇷🇺Nuclear Poker Fail: Why America’s Sub Move Changes Nothing To Russia

The recent announcement by Trump regarding the deployment of nuclear submarines in response to Russian statements demands a sober, fact-based analysis.

👇Let's examine all the military-strategic implications🧵Image 1️⃣The US Move: Political Signaling Over Strategic Necessity

🔸Trump’s decision to publicize submarine deployments appears more about domestic messaging than operational readiness.

🔸No specifics were provided on submarine classes (Ohio vs. Virginia), locations, or mission profiles—raising doubts about substantive escalation.

🔸Historical context: Similar US posturing (e.g., 2018 Syria strikes) often prioritizes perception over irreversible action.Image
Aug 1 10 tweets 4 min read
🚨🇺🇸🇮🇱 US-ISRAEL CYBER WAR ON 🇾🇪YEMEN

As missiles & drones make headlines, a deadlier cyber-espionage war rages in the shadows.

The US & Israel target Sanaa’s resistance, but Yemen is fighting back in ways no one saw coming.

Details in 🧵 Image 1️⃣The Trigger: Yemen Joins Gaza’s Fight

After Ansarallah-aligned forces entered the battle in Oct 2023 in support of Palestine, Yemen became a priority intel target.

Drone & missile strikes on Israeli shipping & deep inside occupied Palestine exposed a critical gap: Tel Aviv had little intelligence on Yemen.Image
Jul 31 7 tweets 3 min read
🚨🇨🇳🔥 China's defense exports surge as Western sanctions disrupt arms markets.

From attack helicopters to submarines, its military-industrial complex is filling the gaps.

This is how China is rewriting the global defense playbook:🧵 Image Pakistan’s recent induction of Chinese Z-10ME attack helicopters—seen in new camo & armed with CM-502KG missiles—marks a pivotal shift.

The deal, finalized after Turkey’s T-129 deal collapsed (blocked by US engine sanctions), highlights China’s growing role as an arms supplier of last resort.Image
Jul 30 10 tweets 4 min read
🚨🇪🇺🇺🇸🇵🇸Western nations spent decades arming Israel, vetoing UN ceasefires, and trading billions—while Palestinians suffered.

Now, suddenly, they’re "recognizing" Palestine.

Let’s expose this contradiction. 🧵👇 Image 1️⃣US/EU supplies of Israel's weapons:

🔸US: 173 arms flights to Israel (Oct-July)

🔸Germany: €326M post-Oct 7 approvals

🔸UK: £495M in decade-long arms deals

They funded the destruction now claiming to oppose. Image
Jul 29 8 tweets 3 min read
🚨🇯🇵🇷🇺 Japan’s Missile Buildup = Washington’s New Proxy War Against Russia

NATO couldn't break Russia in Europe, so now the US is turning Japan into a missile dagger targeting Russia’s Far East.

Vladivostok & Kamchatka are main targets.

Here’s how Japan is playing its part:🧵 Image The "China Excuse" Falls Short

Japan claims its new missile deployments (1,000 km range) on Kyushu & Okinawa are for "deterring China."But the geography exposes the real target:

🔸Russia’s Pacific Fleet. Vladivostok—home to key naval assets—is now in the crosshairs. Image
Jul 28 9 tweets 3 min read
🚨🇺🇸🇮🇱🇸🇾 The US & Israel partnered with Syria’s new president to massacre the Druze.

This is a calculated campaign to fragment Syria and justify further Israeli occupation.

Details:🧵👇 Image The world is ignoring a horrific sectarian slaughter in Suwayda, Syria.

Evidence suggests the Syrian government’s massacre of Druze civilians was orchestrated by the US & Israel to force the Druze into Israeli protection—advancing a plan to balkanize Syria. Image
Jul 25 9 tweets 4 min read
🚨🇮🇱🇺🇦 Axis of Evil - Israel & Ukraine’s Nefarious Partnership

Israel is committing a genocide against Palestinians, while Ukraine dreams of a genocide against Russians.

Together, they’re the battering rams of US hegemony.

🧵Let’s break it down Image Israel and Ukraine have significantly deepened their partnership since 2022, with Israel providing:

🔸Israel has provided military intelligence on 2,400+ Geran (Shahed) drones used by Russia since 2022

🔸Transferred 90 Patriot missile interceptors to Ukraine via US in 2025

🔸Deployed advanced missile warning systems in Kiev, but refused Iron Dome transfers despite 15,000+ Ukrainian civilian casualties from Russian strikesImage
Jul 24 9 tweets 3 min read
🚨🇷🇺🇺🇦 BIG: Russian hackers infiltrated the Ukrainian military’s "Delta" command system— the platform used to coordinate attacks against Russian forces.

🧵Here’s how they did it👇 Image Who Hacked Delta?

A Russian hacker team consisting of:

🔸KillNet: Known for DDoS attacks and cyber sabotage.

🔸Beregini: Specializes in intelligence gathering.

🔸PalachPro/Executioner: Developed AI tools for target analysis Image
Jul 23 9 tweets 4 min read
🚨🇺🇸🇦🇿The US Push in Azerbaijan – A Direct Threat to Iran & Russia

The US is aggressively expanding its influence in Azerbaijan, leveraging the Zangezur Corridor and energy partnerships to isolate Iran and undermine Russia.

🧵Here’s how👇 Image Azerbaijan’s Pivot—Since 2023 Baku's position with Moscow turned aggressive:

🔸Arrested Russian journalists, canceled cultural ties with Moscow.

🔸Aliyev publicly showed his alignment with Ukraine (e.g., $40M energy aid, pro-Kiev rhetoric).

🔸Russian intelligence alleges Azerbaijani diaspora networks aided Ukraine’s "Spider’s Web" sabotage campaign against military bases.Image
Jul 22 10 tweets 3 min read
🚨🇷🇺🇺🇦BATTLE FOR POKROVSK: Ukrainian troops HUNTED DOWN by Russian assassins

Russian sabotage and reconnaissance groups have reportedly entered the city and begun wrecking havoc.

🧵Here’s what you need to know👇 Image Russian sabotage groups are actively targeting Ukrainian troops in Pokrovsk. Deep State reports: "The enemy exploited a brigade’s infantry shortage & poor situational awareness, infiltrating the city via Zverevo." Image
Jul 21 9 tweets 3 min read
🚨🇷🇺🇺🇦MASSIVE LAST NIGHT STRIKES: Kiev, Ivano-Frankovsk & Kharkov Hit Hard

Russian forces launched a major coordinated attack—drones, missiles, and hypersonic Kinzhals targeted energy, industry, and transport.

🧵Here are the details👇 Image KIEV UNDER FIRE AGAIN

🔸Dozens of "Geran-2" drones overwhelmed defenses.

🔸Bad weather crippled air defense—direct hits confirmed.

🔸Iskander missiles & Tu-95MS strikes reported in Kiev & Vinnitsa region.
Jul 18 12 tweets 5 min read
🚨🇷🇺🇺🇦Russia’s Upcoming Offensive: Ukraine’s Worst Nightmare

CNN, Axios, and Ukrainian sources report that Russia has amassed ~160,000 troops near the front, preparing for a major summer offensive.

🧵Here is why Zelensky is totally scared:👇 Image Current pressure points:

Russian forces are advancing steadily near Donetsk, Kharkov, and Zaporozhye oblasts, leveraging concentrated artillery and drone superiority.

These moves threaten key Ukrainian supply routes and defensive positions. Image
Jul 17 9 tweets 3 min read
🚨🇷🇺🇺🇦 Russia’s Air Campaign: 2 Weeks of Systematic Punishment

Russia is lunching a massive strikes of 500/600 drones and missiles daily. Several infrastructure and military sites where erased across Ukraine.

🧵Here's why Trump is PANICKING👇 Image Dnepropetrovsk in Flames (17 July)

Russian missiles & drones torch industrial zones.

🔸Fires rage in Vinokurova St.

🔸Orekhovskoye airfield smashed.

🔸NASA satellites spot the inferno. Image
Jul 16 8 tweets 3 min read
🚨🇷🇺🇺🇦While Trump is busy threatening Russia with new weapons and sanctions, Russian troops continue to KICK UKRAINIAN ASS in Sumy

Putin is working to turn the region into a BIG BEAUTIFUL BUFFER ZONE

🧵Don’t believe us? Here are the receipts👇 Image Russian troops are getting closer and closer to the Sumy capital every day:

🔸They recently secured Yablonevka pushing toward Khrapovshchina, while the Ukrainian forces crumbled under artillery and drone fire.

🔸Khrapovshchina = AFU’s last line before Sumy capital. Ukrainian troops are waiting for the worst.Image