Russian Z-channels confirmed HIMARS strikes on a Belgorod power plant, while the local governor reported burning garbage without confirming the power plant hit.
Putin Failed Again! 🤡 The "First in history," as it was loudly declared, the Russian-Arab summit for Putin had to be canceled due to the refusal of Arab country leaders to attend the event, - Bloomberg
Brent crude is now down almost 5% on the day! Say goodbye to the Russian budget and economy! At this price, I wonder if the EU will lower the price cap 😆
Wind of Change Research Group assesses with high confidence that Vladimir Putin was drunk at the Valdai Club. Appearing disheveled, he deviated markedly from his characteristic poise, and was undisciplined enough to speak about and show fear of Tomahawk missiles. Putin claims to not drink alcohol.
Jokes are already emerging: As the Nobel Peace Prize is awarded to Venezuelan opposition leader María Corina Machado, in retaliation, the US will impose tariffs on Norway and start supporting Maduro.
A Russian contract soldier complains that regular troops are sent to storm positions ahead of prisoners, who only arrive to secure them. He reports heavy losses reaching nearly a company in a single battle.