Finnish PhD candidate @FSV_UK trying to help Ukraine with the @69thSB and by mocking disinformation. Opinions are my own
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Jan 30 • 8 tweets • 3 min read
1/8 A quick reminder for cowards and opportunists in the West: There should be no negotiations regarding Ukraine without Ukraine's involvement, and no concessions should be made without receiving concessions from russia in return. This should be clear! 2/8 With Trump now in power, negotiations are anticipated to start; however, success is not expected, as russia is not prepared for peace, and the West has not effectively created real incentives to encourage russia to end its war.
Jan 29 • 5 tweets • 2 min read
1/5 russia's vast size is a disadvantage: Ukraine continues to target russian energy infrastructure, and russia's air defense is struggling. Combined with operations like the Kursk offensive, these strikes are among the most effective means to accelerate the war's conclusion 2/5 A significant Ukrainian drone attack hit crucial russian energy infrastructure overnight. The Ukrainian military confirmed on Wednesday that its drones targeted an oil refinery in Kstovo and are currently assessing the damage.
Jan 27 • 6 tweets • 2 min read
1/6 We are just days away from the six-month anniversary of the Kursk operation, yet russia still hasn't managed to expel Ukraine from its territory. Let's consider Orban, Fico, and their supporters, whose mental health is impacted by Ukraine's successes and russia's failures 2/6 We are just a few days away from February, which is rumored to be russia's current deadline for pushing Ukrainians out of its territory, and also approaching the six-month anniversary of the operation. russia has pathetically failed in this endeavor.
Jan 24 • 5 tweets • 2 min read
1/5 There is one area where Trump is completely right: Europe must increase its military spending immediately 2/5 Donald Trump is reportedly urging European NATO countries to allocate 5% of their GDP to defense. While that figure may be unrealistic and he often exaggerates US support for Ukraine, he is correct to call on European countries to increase their military spending.
Jan 22 • 7 tweets • 3 min read
1/7 When quick and easy fact-checking becomes the enemy: Elon Musk persists in his attacks on Wikipedia. It’s quite hypocritical for someone who claims to champion free speech! This is a clear example of fascism in action! 2/7 The champion of free speech is at it again! Elon Musk and his supporters are targeting Wikipedia to undermine your fact-checking abilities. Though Wikipedia has its flaws, it provides significantly more accurate information than X.
Jan 22 • 13 tweets • 5 min read
1/13 By now, most people should understand why russia and china wanted Trump to win the election
2/13 russia invested considerable efforts and money in 2016, 2020, and 2024 to help get Trump elected. china also hoped for a Trump victory, with TikTok possibly influencing public opinion. The reasons for this should be fairly evident by now.
Jan 21 • 5 tweets • 2 min read
1/5 Never forget that Tim Pool, Benny Johnson, and Dave Rubin were paid by russia to promote russian propaganda 2/5 The next time you see Tim Pool, Benny Johnson, or Dave Rubin discussing anything online, remember that they were paid by russia to promote russian propaganda in the US. They were all tied to Tenet Media.
Jan 20 • 12 tweets • 4 min read
1/11 The upcoming administration isn't in power yet, but everything related to it has already exceeded the most pessimistic predictions—it's utterly outrageous on every level, and campaign promises are already being retracted!
2/12 Trump was elected on promises like lower prices, halting immigration, eliminating "deep state corruption", and ending the war in Ukraine within 24 hours. Americans will not see any of this come to fruition.
Jan 18 • 6 tweets • 2 min read
1/6 Self-Serving Cowards: For those with significant business ties to china, Ukraine and Taiwan are nothing more than a nuisance. This perspective sheds light on why the tech bros in power in the US support russia 2/6 Many Western businesses rely heavily on china. They will soon realize the risks of this dependence when china begins to make more significant geopolitical moves that heighten tensions between china and the West.
Jan 16 • 8 tweets • 3 min read
1/8 More than five months into Ukraine's Kursk offensive, russia has still not succeeded in pushing Ukraine out of its territory. It is crucial for Ukraine to maintain its presence there until negotiations begin, as this provides it with significant leverage 2/8 On January 16, the press service of the Airborne Assault Troops reported that Ukrainian paratroopers and other units captured 27 russian soldiers during clashes in russia's Kursk Oblast.
Jan 15 • 9 tweets • 3 min read
1/9 How the EU can regulate social media and reduce foreign interference without resorting to censorship or content moderation (platform owners with bad intentions and bot farm operators don’t want you to know this!) 2/9 Many people believe that regulating social media inherently involves censorship or moderation, but that's simply not the case. There are numerous approaches to regulate social media without resorting to those measures.
Jan 14 • 12 tweets • 4 min read
1/12 Masters of Double Standards: South African oligarchs in power in the US often criticize the US and its allies while praising china and russia. Where does this hypocrisy come from?
2/12 The South African oligarch clan in the US fared well during the elections, successfully securing power by facilitating Trump's victory in the presidential race.
Jan 13 • 6 tweets • 2 min read
1/6 Good news: Zelensky has ordered a halt to the formation of new brigades and will instead utilize mobilized troops to replenish the existing brigades 2/6 Ukrainian journalist Yuriy Butusov reports that Zelensky has decided that no newly raised troops will be allocated for the formation of new combat units; instead, they will be dedicated solely to reinforcing existing formations.
Jan 10 • 7 tweets • 3 min read
1/7 Is Trump finally shifting his approach to ending the war? He must take control of his transition team, as their unprofessional conduct is jeopardizing his chances 2/7 US president-elect Donald Trump has postponed his campaign promise to end the war in Ukraine within “24 hours” to several months. European partners view this change as an indication that his administration will not swiftly withdraw support for Kyiv.
Jan 9 • 8 tweets • 3 min read
1/8 Why has Musk stopped criticizing china and russia and started to criticize allies? 2/8 In the past, Musk criticized china and russia, and he was justified in doing so. He also held entirely different political views compared to his current stance. What has changed?
Jan 8 • 8 tweets • 3 min read
1/8 From a promise of peace in 24 hours to a potential timeline of six months: Trump deceived you. His sole chance of attaining peace within six months hinges on supplying arms to Ukraine and threatening to increase that support. It's time to stop displaying weakness! 2/8 Donald Trump has indicated that he expects to meet with Vladimir Putin in six months to talk about ending the war in Ukraine. This marks a notable change from the 24-hour promise and deception made during the campaign.
Jan 6 • 10 tweets • 4 min read
1/10 Why russia is losing the war it started and why it will only cease its actions when confronted with strength
2/10 russia's full-scale invasion of Ukraine has proven to be a failure thus far. Nearly three years into the conflict, russia has suffered over 700,000 casualties and continues to fight on its own soil in Kursk, all while failing to achieve its original strategic goals.
Jan 5 • 7 tweets • 3 min read
1/7 From Kyiv in 3 days to Kursk Oblast in almost 6 months: The failure of russia's full-scale invasion of Ukraine is at a level that most of you don't fully realize 2/7 russia initiated its full-scale invasion of Ukraine on its own terms in February 2022. Nearly three years later, russia finds itself engaged in combat on its own territory, having been unable to displace Ukrainian forces for more than five months.
Jan 5 • 8 tweets • 3 min read
1/8 Is Ukraine back on the offensive? Regardless of the scale and outcome, Ukraine gains by showing initiative on the front before negotiations start. This enables Ukraine to assert greater control over the negotiations and its own future 2/8 Rumors are circulating regarding Ukraine initiating an offensive in the Kursk region, along with localized Ukrainian counters in other areas. Yermak has even confirmed that Ukraine is making moves. However, the scale of these actions remains unknown.
Jan 4 • 13 tweets • 5 min read
1/13 Beloved Norway—please wake up! The amount of aid from Norway to Ukraine continues to be alarmingly low for a nation benefiting economically from the war and interested in a Ukrainian victory. Norway should at least offer more support than Denmark!
2/13 Norway is a remarkable country, and its people are notably secure. Whenever I discuss Norway's insufficient aid, most Norwegians respond honestly and constructively, which is impressive. It's truly a wonderful country with incredible people!
Jan 3 • 10 tweets • 4 min read
1/10 russia played all its cards and lost nearly all its leverage during its unsuccessful full-scale invasion of Ukraine
2/10 When russia launched its full-scale invasion of Ukraine, it initially appeared poised for success in the first few weeks. However, it ultimately failed miserably, resulting in russia holding significantly less territory now than in March 2022, thus losing all its leverage.