Indeed, Russia does not seek escalation—a fact evident in the absence of retaliatory strikes against Kyiv for the past eight days.
Ukraine’s drone strategy has recently come to light. Ukraine lacks secure airfields near the border from which to launch drones deep into Russian territory. Consequently, they have adopted Iranian tactics: installing a three-drone launch system onto standard civilian semi-trucks. The truck rapidly moves into position, the crew deploys, and the drones are launched. The problem is that launching 200 drones requires 70 trucks—a quantity that is extremely difficult to conceal. The Russians are now actively hunting down these trucks. It is possible that this campaign has already yielded results. To put it roughly: the day before yesterday saw 200 drones launched; yesterday, 15; and today, 70. Significantly, today—for the first time in a long while—not a single video surfaced showing a target being struck.
Russia must have finally found the key to countering this threat; otherwise, the situation would have continued to deteriorate. We shall see, as events unfold, whether this proves to be true.
Oh, I forgot to mention: a friend of mine has a son living in Kyiv, and the latest nighttime raid made a huge impression on him—even more so than his very first night in the city.
Now, on top of that, there’s been a strike on St. Petersburg… It’s terrifying to think what might happen next.
It seems to me that civilians here are going to suffer far more now. These new strikes will impact the civilian population much more heavily.
It gets pretty loud here at night, too… and during the day. Every now and then, through my open window, I hear the buzzing of drones in the distance—and the sound of fire being directed at them.
Unfortunately, I also expect there’s going to be a lot more impact on civilians now. Also, with the talk of Budanov replacing Syrskyi it seems like the plan is to transition to doing terrorism instead of conventional warfare. Budanov has no experience commanding anything, but he specializes in special forces and working behind enemy lines. So, if he is put in charge it’s clear what the focus is going to be going forward. Also notable is that it appears to be American decision. Blumenthal came to talk to Zelensky, and seems like this came as a directive from the US.
Yes, Trump also had a plan on the table to nuke Iran, but he didn’t go through with it. But Russia’s situation is more complicated; after defeat, Russia might not exist.
I’m looking at how this Malofeev got rich. It turns out he’s doing the same thing my brother-in-law does in M&A.
My God, how awful, it’s not hard to imagine what’s going on in that idiot’s head.
He’s absolutely certain that God helped him earn billions. That’s 100%! Medieval obscurantism!! He’s convinced he’s chosen by God.
Also, with the talk of Budanov replacing Syrskyi
In the army, they call Syrsky General 200. A friend of mine came to see me recently; someone he knew had been busified and ended up in the “Skelya” unit. He told him some horrific stories. The core of this unit is made up of former prisoners. There’s a culture of abuse there. The criminals abuse the busified. That guy told me they’re sending them to slaughter. There was a case where they sent 30 people who had been busified, told them to check something and come back… It’s very simple. The column was torn to pieces in 15 minutes. Only one man remained, who hid among the corpses for 24 hours to avoid being finished off. Only one man survived… Syrsky personally oversees this “Skelya.”
Budanov has no experience commanding anything, but he specializes in special forces and working behind enemy lines.
Yes, the Ukrainian Armed Forces’ tactics have changed recently. The emphasis is solely on deep strikes and stagnation at the front.
For now, Ukraine’s offensive in the Zaporizhzhia sector has stalled, while the Russians are advancing very slowly, as before.
But the situation at the front has somehow faded into the background.
Blumenthal came to talk to Zelensky, and seems like this came as a directive from the US.
You’ve seen that the Americans have again started blaming Putin for his reluctance to make peace. Also, the 400 million package that was previously allocated to Ukraine and frozen is now being transferred to Ukraine from the US.
We’ve also seen the US change its position. I think this is related to Trump’s visit to China.
We talked a long time ago about bridges across the Dnieper. Something like this should probably exist.
I would still argue that the fact that Russia is not destroying the bridges is a clear indication that they’re expecting to keep moving further west.
Indeed, Russia does not seek escalation—a fact evident in the absence of retaliatory strikes against Kyiv for the past eight days.
Ukraine’s drone strategy has recently come to light. Ukraine lacks secure airfields near the border from which to launch drones deep into Russian territory. Consequently, they have adopted Iranian tactics: installing a three-drone launch system onto standard civilian semi-trucks. The truck rapidly moves into position, the crew deploys, and the drones are launched. The problem is that launching 200 drones requires 70 trucks—a quantity that is extremely difficult to conceal. The Russians are now actively hunting down these trucks. It is possible that this campaign has already yielded results. To put it roughly: the day before yesterday saw 200 drones launched; yesterday, 15; and today, 70. Significantly, today—for the first time in a long while—not a single video surfaced showing a target being struck.
Russia must have finally found the key to countering this threat; otherwise, the situation would have continued to deteriorate. We shall see, as events unfold, whether this proves to be true.
amusingly also using trucks as mobile platforms
Such vehicles are highly conspicuous; the AFU uses civilian vehicles to maneuver.
Look—these are new AFU drones manufactured in Europe; judging by the build quality, these weren’t cobbled together by amateurs in a garage.
https://youtu.be/wpwvcvVun18
probably Europeans buying from the US and reselling https://aerospaceamerica.aiaa.org/use-of-lucas-drones-in-iran-puts-focus-on-affordable-fast-moving-acquisition/
Oh, I forgot to mention: a friend of mine has a son living in Kyiv, and the latest nighttime raid made a huge impression on him—even more so than his very first night in the city.
Now, on top of that, there’s been a strike on St. Petersburg… It’s terrifying to think what might happen next.
It seems to me that civilians here are going to suffer far more now. These new strikes will impact the civilian population much more heavily.
It gets pretty loud here at night, too… and during the day. Every now and then, through my open window, I hear the buzzing of drones in the distance—and the sound of fire being directed at them.
Unfortunately, I also expect there’s going to be a lot more impact on civilians now. Also, with the talk of Budanov replacing Syrskyi it seems like the plan is to transition to doing terrorism instead of conventional warfare. Budanov has no experience commanding anything, but he specializes in special forces and working behind enemy lines. So, if he is put in charge it’s clear what the focus is going to be going forward. Also notable is that it appears to be American decision. Blumenthal came to talk to Zelensky, and seems like this came as a directive from the US.
Yes, this is definitely a new round of escalation.
I just recently mentioned this “sweet couple”—read what they’re up to. Their rhetoric also tells you how serious this really is.
Look at them… two Orthodox elders, preparing to perform a mass ritual sacrifice.
https://charter97.org/ru/news/2026/6/3/686479/
Yes, Trump also had a plan on the table to nuke Iran, but he didn’t go through with it. But Russia’s situation is more complicated; after defeat, Russia might not exist.
I’m looking at how this Malofeev got rich. It turns out he’s doing the same thing my brother-in-law does in M&A.
My God, how awful, it’s not hard to imagine what’s going on in that idiot’s head.
He’s absolutely certain that God helped him earn billions. That’s 100%! Medieval obscurantism!! He’s convinced he’s chosen by God.
In the army, they call Syrsky General 200. A friend of mine came to see me recently; someone he knew had been busified and ended up in the “Skelya” unit. He told him some horrific stories. The core of this unit is made up of former prisoners. There’s a culture of abuse there. The criminals abuse the busified. That guy told me they’re sending them to slaughter. There was a case where they sent 30 people who had been busified, told them to check something and come back… It’s very simple. The column was torn to pieces in 15 minutes. Only one man remained, who hid among the corpses for 24 hours to avoid being finished off. Only one man survived… Syrsky personally oversees this “Skelya.”
Yes, the Ukrainian Armed Forces’ tactics have changed recently. The emphasis is solely on deep strikes and stagnation at the front.
For now, Ukraine’s offensive in the Zaporizhzhia sector has stalled, while the Russians are advancing very slowly, as before.
But the situation at the front has somehow faded into the background.
You’ve seen that the Americans have again started blaming Putin for his reluctance to make peace. Also, the 400 million package that was previously allocated to Ukraine and frozen is now being transferred to Ukraine from the US.
We’ve also seen the US change its position. I think this is related to Trump’s visit to China.
So far, Lucas has not been spotted in Ukraine.