6:00 pm. Russia has magnanimously announced that it is cutting back on military activity in Kyiv and Chernigov. I laugh. They are getting beaten and would like to retreat without being humiliated. Meanwhile, they will press their advantage where they have one. How stupid do they think Ukraine is?
The sounds of war are approaching yesterday's levels. Lots of artillery from the Irpin direction. Occasional missiles (?) in other quadrants. My hope is that Ukraine is squashing them sufficiently in the Kyiv salient that they relent a bit in the south and east.
I feel quite fortunate to have found your Substack. As you note the platform has now become quite a place for those who no longer trust much media. Those who have found their way to SubStacks are seeking information they can't get elsewhere, as such even if the powers shut down the platform another will rise.
I found the Guardian article useful and seems to be a new way to fight. But just think that a rag tag bunch of people joined to use their skills. The innovation and tenacity along with courage speaks well for citizens standing up for themselves. I am in awe and find it inspiring.
6:00 pm. Russia has magnanimously announced that it is cutting back on military activity in Kyiv and Chernigov. I laugh. They are getting beaten and would like to retreat without being humiliated. Meanwhile, they will press their advantage where they have one. How stupid do they think Ukraine is?
The sounds of war are approaching yesterday's levels. Lots of artillery from the Irpin direction. Occasional missiles (?) in other quadrants. My hope is that Ukraine is squashing them sufficiently in the Kyiv salient that they relent a bit in the south and east.
I feel quite fortunate to have found your Substack. As you note the platform has now become quite a place for those who no longer trust much media. Those who have found their way to SubStacks are seeking information they can't get elsewhere, as such even if the powers shut down the platform another will rise.
I found the Guardian article useful and seems to be a new way to fight. But just think that a rag tag bunch of people joined to use their skills. The innovation and tenacity along with courage speaks well for citizens standing up for themselves. I am in awe and find it inspiring.