Half of Russia’s Army Has Been Lost

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Russia’s Military Situation: A Reality Check

Russia’s military efforts in Ukraine have been struggling, with estimates suggesting that half of Putin’s Army is dead or out of action. The Russian military is in dire need of new recruits, but its ads are being met with resistance from those who have experienced the harsh realities of war. China, meanwhile, has rebuked Russia’s plan to deploy nuclear weapons to Belarus and is instead focusing on strengthening its own military presence in Central Asia.

The City of Bakhmut continues to hold, with Ukrainian forces using creative tactics to keep supplies and personnel moving in and out of the city. The Russian Army is facing extreme attrition, with tensions rising between regular troops and the Wagner group.

In other news, a new Nordic air defense pact is being formed, combining the forces of hundreds of fighter aircraft to protect against the Russian threat. Additionally, the Ukrainian Air Force is now allowing foreigners to become pilots, which could lead to a surge in Western aircraft flying missions over Ukraine.

Finally, a recent poll shows that 67% of Americans support the US government supporting Ukraine until Russia pulls its invading forces out or is defeated on the battlefield. The poll also shows that 41% of respondents think the Biden Administration is doing too little to counter Russia’s influence and war in Ukraine.