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A blog about current geopolitics, the war in Ukraine, military history, and Cold War stories. Website: www.strikethetruth.com Instagram: https://instagram.com/strikethetruth
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I respect my soldiers and our civilians who support our warriors. I can't tell them to stop because Putin will come back tomorrow. We want just and lasting peace - President Zelenskyy in an interview to Fox News

Let’s pause for a moment and realize—it’s March 1 today. Thanks to Ukrainian energy magicians and the Armed Forces, Ukraine’s international partners, and, to be fair, the mild weather, the russian plan to bomb us into the Stone Age this winter has failed. Thank you, thank you, thank you!

Europeans will always support Ukraine! Thank you for your sacrifices, your determination, and unbreakable fighting spirit! Slava Ukraini! #RussiaMustBeStopped

Today, we honour those who sacrificed their lives defending Ukraine’s peace, democracy, and European values since the full-scale invasion began on 24 February 2022. Ukraine continues to fight for its survival! Read more at: www.strikethetruth.com/2025/02/ukra... #StandWithUkraine #UkraineWillWin

Donald Trump’s first month as president has been exhausting. His controversial policies, especially on Ukraine, have shocked many. Is the U.S. abandoning Europe and shifting toward Russia? Let’s discuss. Read more at: www.strikethetruth.com/2025/02/amer... #America #DonaldTrump #Ukraine

The Munich Security Conference has left Europe and #Ukraine uncertain, as the U.S. adopts an isolationist stance, threatening troop and funding withdrawals. This post explores its impact on #Europe and possible responses. Read more at: www.strikethetruth.com/2025/02/euro... #UnitedStates #Russia

Amid Trump-era tariffs, Europe must decide whether to trust China. Despite deep economic ties, concerns over security, human rights, and geopolitics persist. This post explores the balance between pragmatism and caution. Read more at: www.strikethetruth.com/2025/02/can-... #ChinaEuropeRelations

In this post, we’ll cut through the Trump chaos and focus on what matters: Europe must prioritize #Ukraine. A "peace deal" with #Russia could quickly become a "war deal" for Europe, endangering security and stability. Read more at: www.strikethetruth.com/2025/02/navi... #StrikeTheTruth #America

Fibre optic drones revolutionize modern warfare with secure, uninterrupted surveillance. This week we take a look at what they are and how armies across the world adapted to them. Read more at : www.strikethetruth.com/2025/01/fibr... #MilitaryTech #Drones #StrikeTheTruth #Ukraine

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Donald Trump is back for a second term, and the world is bracing for change. From trade wars to shifting alliances, what does this mean for global politics? Read more: www.strikethetruth.com/2025/01/edit... #Trump2025 #Geopolitics #WorldAffairs

Happy Birthday, President Zelenskyy.

ISW continues to observe macroeconomic data that directly contradict the Kremlin's claims that the Russian economy is performing well.⬇️ (1/3)

👏 NATO secretary general: Putin has no veto over anyone's membership in Alliance

Horrible! 😟😟

This week, I’m exploring whether prioritizing defense investments over peace initiatives drives nations toward war preparation. Read more at: www.strikethetruth.com/2025/01/inve... #PeaceVsDefense #MilitarySpending #StrikeTheTruth

NEW: Israel and Hamas approved a ceasefire-hostage agreement on January 15. Qatari Prime Minister Mohammed bin Abdulrahman al Thani announced that mediators from the United States, Qatar, and Egypt will monitor the ceasefire, which will take effect on January 19. isw.pub/IranUpdate01...

This week, we explore Russia's shadow fleet, a covert network of ships bypassing sanctions to transport oil, fueling economic, environmental, and security risks. Read more at: www.strikethetruth.com/2025/01/russ... #Russia #ShadowFleet #SanctionsEvasion #StrikeTheTruth

In December, 12,000 North Korean soldiers joined Russia in Ukraine. This week, I’ll explore their motives, lessons learned, and implications for South Korea. Read more at: www.strikethetruth.com/2025/01/nort... #StrikeTheTruth #NorthKorea #RussiaUkraineWar

Couldn't have said it better myself!

Meeting with Putin is a mistake. We shouldn't talk with terrorist dictators. The only thing Putin understands is force. More weapons to Ukraine is the answer! Trump says all the wrong things and does all the wrong things! He's a danger to Europe and the global order.

Likely to be true of everyone of these Russian Shadow Fleet vessels. EU refers to them as "end of life" ships. Good enough reason to stop/inspect them all. Finnish Authorities Find Alarming Safety Deficiencies on Russian Tanker Suspected Cable Damage gcaptain.com/finnish-auth...

In Russia, the "Cherkizovo Chicken Kingdom," one of Russia's leading poultry producers, is reportedly on fire. Russians report that debris from Ukrainian drones, shot down by Russian air defenses directly over the facility, caused the blaze. That naughty debris again.

Superb by Dr Rob Person. www.journalofdemocracy.org/articles/why...

A truck carrying ammunition supplies for Russian forces in the Pokrovsk direction, didn't make it.

As 2025 begins, I want to address a serious topic: dirty bombs. This is an alarming subject rarely discussed. In this post, we’ll explore dirty bombs, their potential impact, and measures to mitigate their effects. Read more at: www.strikethetruth.com/2025/01/dang... #StrikeTheTruth #Terrorism

Russian forces advanced in the Lyman, Toretsk, and Pokrovsk directions, and the Russian Ministry of Defense (MoD) claimed that Russian forces seized Kurakhove. Campaign assessment: isw.pub/UkrWar010625 Map: isw.pub/InteractiveU... More key takeaways ⬇️(1/4)

🙄 Moldovan PM: We want to reintegrate Transnistria, for Russian troops to withdraw, and deploy peacekeepers

In this age of increased terrorist threats and actions, we strongly need an FBI run by seasoned and competent leaders, not political hacks like Kash Patel.

Zelensky -- Our 2024. Every day of it was won by our soldiers, all our people, each and every one who protects, who works, who strengthens and helps. Strength to us all in the new year, unity, inspiration. Happy new year of life and freedom, happy our year!

As 2024 ends, it’s been a year of upheaval geopolitics, war in Ukraine and the Middle East. Let’s reflect on the year’s events and look ahead to 2025. Read more at: www.strikethetruth.com/2024/12/edit... #YearInReview #2025Politics #StrikeTheTruth

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In 1984, a Soviet missile crash near Finland's Lake Inari shattered tranquility and raised Cold War fears. On its 40th anniversary, we revisit this bizarre event. Read more at: www.strikethetruth.com/2024/12/revi... #StrikeTheTruth #Inari #ColdWar

Zelenskyy expresses condolences over Azal flight crash, states Russia is responsible for tragedy #Ukraine

⚡️ Azerbaijan Airlines: Plane crash in Kazakhstan caused by external influence

NBC News - Finland seizes Russia-linked tanker suspected of cutting vital undersea cables www.nbcnews.com/news/world/f... via @nbcnews

❗️During its presidency of the Council of the 🇪🇺European Union, 🇵🇱Poland intends to increase sanctions pressure on 🇷🇺Russian liquefied gas and nuclear technologies — Politico The Polish presidency will begin on January 1, 2025 and will last for six months.

Have a Merry Christmas and a safe and peaceful holiday season with your loved ones! 🎄🌲