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international-relations2 years ago•1 min saved

Russia Claims Destruction of U.S.-Made Military Vessel Carrying Ukrainians near Snake Island

Russia's defense ministry claims to have destroyed a U.S.-made military speedboat carrying Ukrainian military personnel near Snake Island in the Black Sea. The incident comes amid escalating tensions in the region since Russia withdrew from a grain shipping agreement with Ukraine. The details of the incident have not been independently verified, and Ukraine's defense ministry has not yet commented on the matter. Snake Island has been a focal point of Ukrainian resistance, with the island's defenders famously responding to Russian officers with a defiant message during the early hours of the war.

via Yahoo Finance|

#black-sea #international-relations #military-conflict

defenseweapons2 years ago•6 min saved

"Zelensky's Security Detail Equipped with Super 'Gucci' Alien Pistol"

A member of Ukraine's VIP protection detail accompanying President Zelensky was seen carrying a Laugo Arms 'Alien' 9mm pistol, known for its exotic design and high accuracy. The Alien pistol features a low bore axis design, reducing muzzle flip and improving accuracy during rapid fire. It has a fixed barrel positioned in the frame, a unique slide design, and a balanced center of gravity. While the Alien is not commonly used by military or law enforcement groups, it has been marketed to professional competition shooters. The pistol's high performance makes it suitable for protecting high-value individuals in close-quarter environments. The origin of the Alien pistol in Ukraine is unknown, but it is available on the commercial market in Europe.

via The War Zone|

#defenseweapons #high-accuracy #laugo-arms-alien-pistol

war2 years ago•2 min saved

Zelenskyy's Symbolic Visit to Snake Island on Ukraine War's 500th Day

Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy marked 500 days of war by visiting Snake Island in the Black Sea, laying flowers at a memorial and releasing wreaths onto the water. Intense battles continue across Ukraine as Ukrainian forces attempt to recapture Russian-controlled territory. The Biden administration announced an $800 million cluster munitions weapons package for Ukraine, and a Russian rocket strike on the town of Lyman killed eight civilians and wounded 13 others.

via CBS News|

#counteroffensive #russia #snake-island

international-relations2 years ago•1 min saved

Zelensky's Defiant Visit to Snake Island Marks 500th Day of Ukraine War

Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky visited Snake Island, a symbol of Ukrainian resistance, as the war in Ukraine enters its 500th day. In a video posted on Telegram, Zelensky called the island a "place of victory" and vowed to reclaim every inch of Ukrainian territory taken by Russia since the war began. Snake Island was famously defended by Ukrainian soldiers who defied a Russian warship's order to surrender at the start of the conflict. The island was later seized by Russia but reclaimed by Ukraine. Zelensky's visit comes as he seeks to garner support for Ukraine's NATO membership during a diplomatic tour of European leaders.

via BBC|

#international-relations #president-zelensky #russian-aggression