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How President Zelenskyy Can Keep Pressure on Russia

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Summary: President Zelenskyy could apply pressure on Russia through a joint attack on strategic targets, aiming to demonstrate strength and resolve. Drawing from historical precedent, the Doolittle Raid in World War II showcased the psychological impact of a daring operation, potentially offering insights for Zelenskyy's approach. Maintaining consistent pressure on Moscow is crucial for deterring further aggression and opening possibilities for negotiations and a peaceful resolution. ...

President Zelenskyy Visits Troops Near Ukrainian Frontline

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Summary: Ukrainian President Zelenskyy visits troops near the frontline as part of the summer offensive . Russian trenches near the city of Bakhmut targeted in the offensive. The enemy fiercely defends every centimeter of territory. President Zelenskyy awards gallantry medals to special forces engaged in the war. Russia intensifies missile strikes , hitting civilian areas as well. Accusations of war crimes do not deter Putin from hosting African leaders . African countries offered weapons and military training by Russia. Coup in Niger presents opportunities for Russia to extend influence. Vardner mercenary leader seeks f...

'I turned off Netflix and went to fight': The Scot who went to war in Ukraine

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'I turned off Netflix and went to fight': The Scot who went to war in Ukraine As a mother, it was very, very tough. A nightmare. He wanted to go and help, and I totally got all that. But I didn't like this feeling. And I didn't expect it to still be so. raw. Feeling so raw after it. They thought their boy might not return home from the front line in Ukraine. But Douglas did make it back to the family farm in South West Scotland. The helicopters are the worst. And you'll hear the. By this point you're crawling up the wall going, not today, please not today. He had no military training, but still decided he had to go. I was sat here actually drinking a beer, watching Netflix. I made my decision, packed up the stuff and left my job an awful lot. I'm young enough, I can contribute to a better world. He was known as Soap, a video game character, who was now ...