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Russian
and Ukrainian sources are reporting a major battle near Lugansk
11
July, 2014
Russian and Ukrainian sources are reporting that a major battle took place near Lugansk. According to these sources, the entire Ukrainian 79th "brigade" was completely wiped off. The same Ukie sources report 50 killed and 100 wounded. Russian TV spoke of 30 to 150 killed. Apparently, the Ukrainians were attacked at about 4:40AM by MLRS (multiple rocker launchers) fire and when they tried to evacuate they were attacked again by Novorussian infantry. Some Ukrainian sources say that the MLRS fire came from across the Russian border while others speculate that the Resistance acquired. Some sources say that Poroshenko will make an official address today.
Here are photos from this battle:
Here are photos from this battle:
July
11th Ukraine SITREP: important developments for the Resistance
11
July, 2014
Besides the apparently devastating attack on a Ukie armored column, there are several important development which have recently taken place which I feel must be reported here:
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| Alexander Khodakovskii |
2) In a joint press conference, Igor Strelkov , Alexander Borodai and Vladimir Antiufeev (respectively in charge of military, political and state security affairs) have announced the formation of a council of military commanders which will be in charge of all the military units in Novorussia. At the same press conference they also announced a large (voluntary) evacuation of civilians from the suburbs of Donetsk. Clearly the city is preparing itself for a major attack followed by a siege.
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| Sergei Kurginian |
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| Vladimir Antiufeev |
4) The Ukies have apparently been reinforcing their artillery on the border with Crimea, but the consensus is that while these systems have the range to strike at Crimean towns, the Russian response to that would be as swift and as devastating as to make such a move suicidal for the Ukies. The Russian military has been steadily and rapidly reinforcing its capabilities in Crimea which now include total airspace coverage by the latest version of the S-300 air defense systems and a redeployment of Russian fighter-bombers. Even the usually soft-spoken Sergei Lavrov has delivered a blunt warning saying that he would not advise anybody to try to attack Crime as Russia would retaliate.
5) The Ukrainian Air Force continues to lose aircraft on a regular basis, today again a Ukie Su-25 was shot down near Lugansk.
6) In another interesting recent development, Igor Strelkov announced that from now on the soldiers fighting for the Novorussian military would be paid a salary which is more than adequate by Ukrainian norms. Clearly another sign that "somebody" is now financing the Resistance.
My guess is that Poroshenko will declare that the Grad MLRS who today destroyed much of the 79th Brigade were firing from Russia. The first reason why I believe that he will say this is that this will allow him and, more importantly, his US bosses to re-ignite the russophobic hysteria. The second reason is that if these Grads were in Russia, then those Ukie units who are away from the Russian border are in relative safety. But if these Grads were fired by the Resistance from Novorussia, that would mean that any and all Ukie units in Novorussia could potentially become the target of such strikes.
Whatever may be the case, we have one of two options here: either the Russian finally decided to give the Ukies a little taste of their own medicine, while at the same time making them pay for the numerous attacks on Russian border posts, or the Resistance really did get their hands on enough Grads to carry out such an attack. In that case it is pretty darn obvious were these Grads came from, even though, of course, nobody will admit anything.
Is the Russian border with the Ukraine porous? Yes, of course. But not to the point that convoys of MLRS' could cross it without the knowledge and agreement of the Russian government. Could Strelkov and his forces have "nationalized" some money from seizing Kolomoiskii's banks? Yes, of course. But not enough to pay for a war. Could Russian volunteers (including Russian oligarchs) have sent money to help the Novorussians? Yes, of course, but not without the FSB knowing and allowing it. So what we are witnessing is clearly the following: the Russian *government* is not sending any "official" military assistance to Novorussia, but instead it is the Russian *society* which, with the full knowledge and blessing of the Russian government, is doing it. Hence the happy smile on Borodai's face when he spoke about this "consultations" in Moscow.
Is the Kremlin taking a big risk with this strategy? I don't think so. Since that aid is small enough it offers what the CIA calls "plausible deniability", but since it is continuous enough, it is sufficient to make a crucial difference. Furthermore, all that the Kremlin is *really* doing is not impeding assistance, this is a passive position which can easily be explained away "we try", "it is hard", "you know our corruption problems" etc.
Finally, I will hazard a guess. My feeling is that the Atlantic Integrationists in the Kremlin and around it are not happy at all with the aid Russia is providing and that there is a pretty good chance that Putin is using his old contacts with the secret services to get things done. When I look at the latest actions of Strelkov, Borodai and Antiufeev I do get a strong sense that this recent "consolidation" of power has a very typical "KGB feel" to it. Not that this is a bad thing in present circumstances.
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What kind of people can one find in these circles? Military men, of course, mostly ex-special forces, FSB officers who don't bother denying it, GRU officers who will deny it to their last breath, but also businessmen, journalists and even some "entrepreneurs" who are more or less connected to the Russian mob. This is an eclectic mix of idealists and folks who know that this the "shadow power" of these circles can also be very useful for their own interests.
In conclusion I will say that while all of the above is definitely good news, this is very very far from over. The Atlantic Integrationists are still powerful, Putin openly spoke about a "5th column", and they will resist with everything they have. As for Putin, he is engaged in a difficult and dangerous balancing act where anything that goes wrong will be blamed personally on him. He understands that and tries hard to appear as removed from the nitty-gritty of the combats in Novorussia as possible. His opponents also understand that with this war in Novorussia they have a perfect opportunity to weaken him or even discredit him, but this time from an apparently "patriotic" position (as the pro-US position right now is basically a non-starter). To simplify this to the extreme I would say that this struggle involved "big money vs secret services" and that so far, at least, the latter seemed to have gain control of the situation, which is good for Novorussia. But that still could very much change depending on the evolution of the situation.
The Saker
Check
out the latest "Porothreats"
11 July, 2014
Rather than paraphrase, I decided to post a screenshot, with Ukie flag and all:
Some have criticized me for using the word "Nazi", but here again we have a *typical* Nazi reaction: when members of a national liberation resistance group kill an occupier, they are called "terrorists" and the Nazi command promises to kill 100 locals for every killed occupier. I think that any French or Italian reader will easily confirm that this was the standard Nazi practice.
I also love the use of the expression "Russian BM-21 Grad". As opposed to what? The "Ukrainian" BM-21 Grad which have leveled Slaviansk so well that only 6% of the population lives there now?
And how about the "It is extremely important that Ukrainian servicemen demonstrate responsible behavior from the very first second after liberation of the cities. They give their FSR, water and everything they have to local residents". Does he refer to the 6% which are left?
This also reminds me of the American "we had to destroy the village in order to save it".
How is that for a "civilizational choice"? Right back to Nazi Germany. The EU really can be proud of its protégé tonight.
The Saker
I also love the use of the expression "Russian BM-21 Grad". As opposed to what? The "Ukrainian" BM-21 Grad which have leveled Slaviansk so well that only 6% of the population lives there now?
And how about the "It is extremely important that Ukrainian servicemen demonstrate responsible behavior from the very first second after liberation of the cities. They give their FSR, water and everything they have to local residents". Does he refer to the 6% which are left?
This also reminds me of the American "we had to destroy the village in order to save it".
How is that for a "civilizational choice"? Right back to Nazi Germany. The EU really can be proud of its protégé tonight.
The Saker
Part
II - Press-Conference of Igor Strelkov and Alexander Borodai,
Donetsk, July 10, 2014
Part one is HERE
Translated from Russian by Gleb Bazov
(Note: Rough Translation; Subject to Change)
Video: Part II of Press-Conference of I. Strelkov and A. Borodai, Donetsk, July 10, 2014
"Believe it or Not" or Truth and Rumours About Igor Strelkov
Igor Strelkov: (cont'd from Part I) ... all the light arms and a portion of our armour and heavy weaponry, such as artillery, were taken out of the city and are currently here.
Reporter: Igor Ivanovich, a question from the “Believe it or Not” category. Owing to the fact that for a long time you remained in Slavyansk, and journalists did not have an opportunity to interact with as closely as we can now, there were a lot of rumours about you, rumours which you surely must have heard yourself. Were there any that truly amazed or astonished you?
Igor Strelkov: (smirking) That I rip open people’s bellies and then float them down the river.
Reporter: Oh, well this is too scary. Perhaps something a bit lighter?
Igor Strelkov: Well … it’s difficult to say. In reality …
Alexander Borodai: (laughing) [indecipherable].
Strelkov: (smiling) [indecipherable].
Reporter: But you are covered in legends!
Strelkov: Frankly speaking, you see, I perform my duty, and I am not concerned about the rumours that people make up about me. What’s most important is that my conscience is clear and that I am sure that I am doing the right thing. The rest does not matter to me.
Reporter: If I may another question ask on the topic of the rumours about you. Can you please tell us if you are now a part of the Joint Staff of the GRU [Main Intelligence Directorate of the Russian Federation] or of any other such structures in Russia, or were you such in the past?
Igor Strelkov: In the past, I was part of the staff of the Federal Security Service [FSB]. I resigned. On March 31, I was discharged with the rank of Reserve Colonel.
Reporter: In what year?
Igor Strelkov: Last year.
Reporter: Did you fight in the former Yugoslavia?
Igor Strelkov: Yes, I fought in Transnistria. For five months I fought in Serbian Bosnia. I took part in both the First and Second Chechen Wars [indecipherable].
Reporter: When were you in Grozny?
Igor Strelkov: In the first war – from December 30, 1992 and until March 26, 1993.
Donetsk People's Republic Militia Recruitment
Reporter: Igor Ivanovich, how many people signed up to join the ranks of the Militia after the redeployment of your garrison [to Donetsk]?
Igor Strelkov: There has been a lot. The thing is that at least several battalions worth joined us right away, numbering between 300 and 500 men. These battalions were already here in the process of being formed and immediately joined the ranks of the Militia. Every day we receive people both at our headquarters and through the battalions stationed on the outskirts of the city. Accordingly, I find it very difficult to say exactly how many. However, we must be talking about at least a thousand men over the course of the last month.
Denis Pushilin's Future in the Donetsk People's Republic
Reporter: Thank you. And, Alexander Yuryevich, will Denis Pushilin remain the Chairman of the Supreme Council [indecipherable]?
Alexander Borodai: Until the Supreme Council votes otherwise, for now, he will remain in this role. However, everything is possible.
Pending Voluntary Evacuation from Donetsk
Reporter: Alexander Yuryevich, you mentioned that the evacuation will encompass several areas of the city. If you can, would you please provide concrete information as to which areas of the city are the most dangerous?
Alexander Borodai: It is specifically for reasons of security that I will not provide any more concrete information.
Reporter: And how many people, how many people are we talking about?
Alexander Borodai: I am concerned that the evacuation could involve tens of thousands of people at the very least.
Reporter: Tens of thousands?
Alexander Borodai: Tens of thousands. To begin with. After that, we will see. Judging by the situation.
The Relationship between Igor Strelkov Alexander Borodai
Reporter: Alexander, please tell us, where did you and Igor Ivanovich meet? In Chechnya? It is true that you have been acquainted for a long time?
Alexander Borodai: Yes, we have known each other for a long time. (addressing Igor Strelkov) How many years already?
Igor Strelkov: Since 1996.
Alexander Borodai: Since 1996.
Igor Strelkov: After the First Chechen War we were introduced to each other, [indecipherable] introduced us.
Alexander Borodai: Yes, we … I was also in Transnistria, naturally; however, we were stationed in completely different areas. (addressing Igor Strelkov) As I recall, you were in Bendery, right? (continuing) He was in Bendery, and I was at the Kickanskij bridgehead.
Reporter: And you wrote … you were a journalist there?
Alexander Borodai: No, I was also a volunteer.
Reporter: How will you be organizing the evacuation? Because you need buses, trains. How are you planning to do this?
Alexander Borodai: Well, you see, here we have three people whose fates somehow are linked to Transnistria. Let’s not shy away from this word. (smiling) Vladimir Yuryevich was also somehow at that time in Transnistria. He was also was what we call a volunteer, except that he had the rank of Minister of State Security.
The Fate of Transnistria and the Fate of Donbass
Reporter: And what’s good about Trasnistria now? It’s an unrecognized territory. Specifically, what did you achieve in Transnistria?
Alexander Borodai: (smiling) Don’t ask questions that …
[Reporter and Alexander Borodai speaking over each other]
Alexander Borodai: What I want to say is …
Reporter: Are you not concerned that there will be a repetition here of what happened in Transnistria? An unrecognized state without an economy?
Alexander Borodai: First of all, I would not call Transnistria an “unrecognized state without an economy.” What I would like to tell you is that Transnistria is still alive. Whereas the state that it was in 1992, people, and Russian people in particular, could not have continued living there. They would have been expelled, expelled or murdered. (turning to Igor Strelkov) Do you have any comments?
Igor Strelkov: No, that’s all.
Vladimir Antjufeev: Transnistria was demonstrating and has demonstrated miracles of survival. Any other state would have been destroyed and its population – dispersed, given the pressure that was put on the people of Transnistria and on the state of Transnistria. Transnistria is a symbol of the Russian people’s struggle against national-fascism. Transnistria is the Russian Spain.
Alleged Incidents Involving Ukrainian Orthodox Priests
Reporter: Alexander Yuryevich, a question, particularly in connection with the arrival today of [indecipherable]: two priests of the Orthodox Church of the Ukrainian Patriarchate have been detained, and it is not clear where they are being held now for several days in Donetsk. One of them is Father Tikhon, a fairly well-known person, and another – I can’t remember his surname, perhaps it’s Ivanov, certainly, or maybe Antonov. According to his relatives, it was demanded of him that he call on the Bishop of the Ukrainian Church to come here, and he was threatened. When he refused, he was taken from his home in the Petrovskiy area, and he was taken in an unknown direction. Could I ask you if you know anything or can make inquiries about this?
Alexander Borodai: Well, unfortunately, I know nothing about this incident now.
Reporter: Two.
Alexander Borodai: As you can understand … About these two incident, all right, excuse me. About these two incidents. Frankly speaking, as you can understand, I also arrived in Donetsk not too long ago.
Reporter: Will you make inquiries?
Alexander Borodai: I have no information. Yes, of course, I will make inquiries. Thank you for the information.
Further Clarification Regarding the Voluntary Evacuation
Reporter: Alexander Yuryevich, one more question. How are you planning to organize the evacuation of tens of thousands of people? It’s a lot more than in [indecipherable], for example.
Igor Strelkov: Yes, there was enough there.
Alexander Borodai: This is a technical question. We know how to organize this. Well, overall, I think that we can tackle this task. Unfortunately, we [no longer have time] to answer technical questions like this. I believe there are still a lot of questions [to cover]. Ok, let’s do one more, last one.
[Reporters and Alexander Borodai speaking over each other]
Alleged Meeting with Akhmetov in Moscow
Reporter: I haven’t asked any questions yet. Did you meet with Messr. Akhmetov in Moscow?
Alexander Borodai: No, I did not meet with Messr. Akhmetov in Moscow. There was no such meeting. Thank you.
Igor Strelkov's Decision to Come to Ukraine
Reporter: May I please ask one more question? This is the first time we are seeing you live. Can you tell us when was it that you made the decision to head up the Militia in Eastern Ukraine?
Igor Strelkov: I received a request to help in the creation of a military unit and to head up a group that was ready to raise a rebellion. There were people who were with me in Crimea, in the same volunteer unit, who considered me capable of doing this successfully. More successfully than they could themselves. I accepted their proposal and, as a result, came out here.
Protocol in the Event a Militiaman Wants to Lay Down Arms
Reporter: Igor Ivanovich, if I may, another question. If a militiaman wants to surrender his weapons, will you permit him or not?
Igor Strelkov: If a militiaman wants to surrender his weapon to whom?
Reporter: And go back home, go back to Russia, stop fighting?
Igor Strelkov: This will depend on the situation in which this occurs. If he intends to surrender his weapons to the Ukrainian forces, then he will be brought before a Militia field court-martial. If his desires to leave the Militia for some other reason, then he must do what is done in any army – he must offer up his resignation in writing.
This written resignation will be reviewed by his commander and a decision will be made in reliance on the motives behind the resignation. Whether the decision is negative or positive will be determined by the military regulations pursuant to which we have been conducting our [military affairs]. Thank you.
In the Background: There will be no other end to this war but victory!
RAW: Massive explosion
destroys Road Bridge
paralyzing traffic in Eastern
Ukraine
A
road bridge connecting the towns of Gorlivka and Dzerzhinsk in the
Donetsk region was blown up, Friday morning, paralyzing traffic in
both directions. The railroad between Nikitovka and Dileevka was also
blocked by debris from the blasted bridge. The explosion occurred
around 650 metres (2,132 feet) from Mayorskaya Station. Local
residents say they heard a loud explosion that was followed by a huge
plume of smoke. A cleanup operation is underway.
Dmitry Rogozin, Russian Deputy Prime Minister, made it known on his twitter that he is encouraged by today's positive news from southern Lugansk (namelyZelyenopole)
* STOP * clicking Malaysia Boeing 777 downed in Ukraine "news": ALL was already said 6 hours later
ReplyDeleteWhy you should stop reading "updates" on these "news"
Because no airliner was downed, it's all staged with actors, some play fake rebels.
The script is as simple as this:
1- divert russian audience from the ongoing genocide, as Lugansk became the first half a million city to be indiscriminately bombed in Europe since World War II.
2- rebels blamed for downing the plane
3- NATO enters the war bombing the rebels. Nazi agent impersonating Putin opens the gates for the nazi German government to send the Army (Bundeswehr) to patrol the Ukrainian-russian border.
Same as the Boston Marathon bombings: "Putin" has the main role: to convince the audience that it's a real event. Reduced:
- Boston: "Tsarnaev brothers" are not actors but indeed terrorists;
- Ukraine: "gunmen" securing the "crash" site are not fake but indeed real rebels, there were not ZERO but almost 300 dead passengers.
BASICS
May 16 - coup in the Donetsk Republic. Infiltrators sent by "Putin" take control of the leadership, after attacking the real rebel leaders who had organized the referendum.
Alexander Borodai is a covert nazi agent taking orders from "Putin", or in other words from the illuminati.
Russia: 70 years later Nazis come again for their Lebens(t)raum. Impostor Putin opens the gates:
http://das-vierte-reich.blogspot.com/2014/07/russia-70-years-later-nazis-coming.html