Russian forces have captured most of Mariupol in eastern Ukraine, but are facing stiff resistance inside the Azovstal iron and steel works, with its deep bunkers and tunnels.
The Donetsk People’s Republic has already planned a May 9 victory parade to celebrate capturing Mariupol. Bad mojo.
But in the northeast, the KGB is reportedly purging the leadership of the Luhansk People’s Republic for failure on the battlefield.
ESCALATIONS
- U.S. Howitzers (long-range artillery) arrive in Ukraine.
- Senator who let Biden sniff his daughter, wants to send in U.S. troops
- Russia test fires new ICBM that can carry hypersonic missiles.
“This truly unique weapon… will make those who in the frenzy of rabid and aggressive rhetoric are trying to threaten our country think twice.”
Vladimir Putin
WAR CRIMES: Video of Ukrainians executing Russian POWs confirmed authentic by the New York Times
