Ukraine War Upd. EXTRA: Stridsvagn 122, RU Internal Fractures, & Storm-Z Woes
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"We are just humans. And I would just treat him like another human being and wouldn't be like, oh, yeah."
Hello Team!
Welcome to another Ukraine War Update Extra video with extra tidbits and nuggets to give you a greater understanding of the war in Ukraine.
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Russian convict soldiers' experiences
- Two videos from former Russian convicts provide insight into "Storm Z" assault units used for "meat assaults" in Ukraine
- The men were part of a special detachment called "the blacks" that was wiped out within 6 weeks
- They lack documentation, pay, dog tags and are treated as "ghost soldiers" to avoid compensation if killed
- Relatives are told the men never existed in prison system
- Convicts realize they are being used as cannon fodder with no support
Interview with Ukrainian Leopard 2 tank crew
- Commander Vitaly, a former miner, and his crew were trained in Sweden on Leopard 2 tanks (Stridsvagn 122)
- They completed 1.5 years worth of training in just 9 weeks, impressing instructors
- The tank is well-equipped with space for crew, reinforced armor, rear ammo storage for crew safety
- Gunner Vladimir notes the tank's firepower, able to take down helicopters and pierce 70cm of armor
- Crew has been operating since mid-summer but not engaged in direct tank battles yet due to artillery/drone threats
- They thank Western aid, saying "if it wasn't for them, the results would be different"
Fractures in Russian elites/media
- A Russian TV host called the Foreign Ministry spokesperson Zakharova a "drinking scum"
- Jonathan sees this as a sign of growing fractures in Russian unity as the war goes badly
- Elites are torn between toeing the party line and frustration at the war's prosecution
- Mill bloggers openly criticize Putin; some jailed or chased off
- These incidents reflect that the war is an "unmitigated disaster" for Russia regardless of Ukraine's future
Wrap up
Jonathan expresses appreciation for the support he receives that allows him to continue his work. Special thanks given to several individuals. Encourages viewers to enjoy the rest of their day.
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Russian convict soldiers' experiences fighting in Ukraine
Interview with a Ukrainian tank crew operating a Swedish Leopard 2 tank
Fractures appearing in Russian elites/media regarding the war
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