Shaun Pinner
@olddogua.bsky.social
๐ฌ๐ง Former British Soldier & ๐บ๐ฆ Ukrainian Marine | Author of Live.Fight.Survive | Public Speaker | Defender of Mariupol | https://shaunpinner.com/book
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Iโm a British ๐ฌ๐ง Army veteran who joined Ukraineโs Marines ๐บ๐ฆ in 2018 to defend my home and family.
A survivor of the siege of Mariupol, this is my story, from soldier, to Mariupol defender, to Russian POW survivor.
๐ Live. Fight. Survive. โ shaunpinner.com/book
A survivor of the siege of Mariupol, this is my story, from soldier, to Mariupol defender, to Russian POW survivor.
๐ Live. Fight. Survive. โ shaunpinner.com/book
Even the war in Ukraine is now colliding with the explosive Epstein files, presidents, Russian intelligence, and a scandal breaking right as we enter trilateral โpeaceโ talks.
How itโs all now intertwined.
open.substack.com/pub/shaunpin...
How itโs all now intertwined.
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February 19, 2026 at 2:18 PM
Even the war in Ukraine is now colliding with the explosive Epstein files, presidents, Russian intelligence, and a scandal breaking right as we enter trilateral โpeaceโ talks.
How itโs all now intertwined.
open.substack.com/pub/shaunpin...
How itโs all now intertwined.
open.substack.com/pub/shaunpin...
This is only going to get bigger. Even the war in Ukraine is now colliding with the explosive Epstein files, presidents, Russian intelligence, and a scandal breaking right as we enter trilateral โpeaceโ talks.
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Andrew Mountbatten-Windsor arrested under suspicion of misconduct in a public office - London Business News | Londonlovesbusiness.com
Andrew Mountbatten-Windsor has been arrested under suspicion of misconduct in a public office. Details emerging from the investigation.
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February 19, 2026 at 11:12 AM
This is only going to get bigger. Even the war in Ukraine is now colliding with the explosive Epstein files, presidents, Russian intelligence, and a scandal breaking right as we enter trilateral โpeaceโ talks.
londonlovesbusiness.com/andrew-mount...
londonlovesbusiness.com/andrew-mount...
Kirill โRogov, Russian political analyst & emigrant:
๐ท๐บ โWhen the war ends, Russians will first say โthank youโ to the authorities, then ask: what was it all for?โ
That fear of accountability is why Putin desperately needs wartime โspoilsโ to justify it.
#Ukraine #Russia #Putin
๐ท๐บ โWhen the war ends, Russians will first say โthank youโ to the authorities, then ask: what was it all for?โ
That fear of accountability is why Putin desperately needs wartime โspoilsโ to justify it.
#Ukraine #Russia #Putin
February 19, 2026 at 8:40 AM
Had a great chat with Greg yesterday about Russian propaganda and how itโs shifted from selling the dream to fighting fires.
www.youtube.com/live/g1aHHy2...
www.youtube.com/live/g1aHHy2...
Russiaโs Propaganda Playbook EXPOSED | Sean Pinner Interview
YouTube video by Greg Terry Experience
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February 19, 2026 at 5:31 AM
Had a great chat with Greg yesterday about Russian propaganda and how itโs shifted from selling the dream to fighting fires.
www.youtube.com/live/g1aHHy2...
www.youtube.com/live/g1aHHy2...
www.youtube.com/live/g1aHHy2...
Had a great chat with Greg yesterday about Russian propaganda and how itโs shifted from selling the dream to fighting fires.
Had a great chat with Greg yesterday about Russian propaganda and how itโs shifted from selling the dream to fighting fires.
Russiaโs Propaganda Playbook EXPOSED | Sean Pinner Interview
YouTube video by Greg Terry Experience
www.youtube.com
February 19, 2026 at 5:30 AM
www.youtube.com/live/g1aHHy2...
Had a great chat with Greg yesterday about Russian propaganda and how itโs shifted from selling the dream to fighting fires.
Had a great chat with Greg yesterday about Russian propaganda and how itโs shifted from selling the dream to fighting fires.
An oil refinery in Russiaโs Pskov region is burning after last nights airstrikes.
February 19, 2026 at 5:10 AM
An oil refinery in Russiaโs Pskov region is burning after last nights airstrikes.
Meanwhile, freedom birds are going after Russian power and the same criminal ecosystem the Epstein files exposed.
Good hunting.
Good hunting.
February 18, 2026 at 6:43 PM
Meanwhile, freedom birds are going after Russian power and the same criminal ecosystem the Epstein files exposed.
Good hunting.
Good hunting.
Well, we may have some problems in the UK, but our Prime Minister isnโt a suspected pedo.
February 18, 2026 at 6:28 PM
Well, we may have some problems in the UK, but our Prime Minister isnโt a suspected pedo.
Just who are Russia talking to when they invaded Ukraine with Nazi paramilitaries and PMCs, a foreign patchwork of fighters pulled from some of the poorest places on the planet, and now even using North Korean regulars?
February 18, 2026 at 3:50 PM
Just who are Russia talking to when they invaded Ukraine with Nazi paramilitaries and PMCs, a foreign patchwork of fighters pulled from some of the poorest places on the planet, and now even using North Korean regulars?
Just who are Russia talking to when they invaded Ukraine with Nazi paramilitaries and PMCs, a foreign patchwork of fighters pulled from some of the poorest places on the planet, and now even using North Korean regulars?
February 18, 2026 at 3:49 PM
Just who are Russia talking to when they invaded Ukraine with Nazi paramilitaries and PMCs, a foreign patchwork of fighters pulled from some of the poorest places on the planet, and now even using North Korean regulars?
Zelensky says only a face-to-face with Putin can break the deadlock and is pushing for a leadersโ summit in Geneva (per Axios). But Putin doesnโt recognise Zelensky, doesnโt want peace, and has no incentive to show up.
So where exactly are these โtalksโ heading?
So where exactly are these โtalksโ heading?
February 18, 2026 at 2:25 PM
Zelensky says only a face-to-face with Putin can break the deadlock and is pushing for a leadersโ summit in Geneva (per Axios). But Putin doesnโt recognise Zelensky, doesnโt want peace, and has no incentive to show up.
So where exactly are these โtalksโ heading?
So where exactly are these โtalksโ heading?
When a system โisnโt having an effect,โ you usually donโt bother announcing that, it isnโt having an effect.
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February 18, 2026 at 1:42 PM
When a system โisnโt having an effect,โ you usually donโt bother announcing that, it isnโt having an effect.
substack.com/@pinnerpatte...
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When you know itโs clearly had an impact on military operations inside Ukraine.
This is massively embarrassing for a Russian military which has been hollowed out through corruption, just by releasing this, screams, it is bad.
Reliant on Western Tech tooโฆโฆ..
This is massively embarrassing for a Russian military which has been hollowed out through corruption, just by releasing this, screams, it is bad.
Reliant on Western Tech tooโฆโฆ..
๐๐๐ The Russian MoD actually claimed that the army was only using Starlink terminals to mislead the enemy and strike deep targets.
February 18, 2026 at 11:21 AM
When you know itโs clearly had an impact on military operations inside Ukraine.
This is massively embarrassing for a Russian military which has been hollowed out through corruption, just by releasing this, screams, it is bad.
Reliant on Western Tech tooโฆโฆ..
This is massively embarrassing for a Russian military which has been hollowed out through corruption, just by releasing this, screams, it is bad.
Reliant on Western Tech tooโฆโฆ..
NYT indirectly backs this: Russia is planning for another two years over Donetsk, recruitment is falling, and casualties are at record levels, with Ukraine now targeting ~50,000 per month.
February 18, 2026 at 10:54 AM
NYT indirectly backs this: Russia is planning for another two years over Donetsk, recruitment is falling, and casualties are at record levels, with Ukraine now targeting ~50,000 per month.
Putin is throttling Telegram and other Western apps ahead of a possible mobilisation, exactly what Iโve been warning about.
Goal: limit discontent and stop protests spreading, say Russian pro-war channels.
Goal: limit discontent and stop protests spreading, say Russian pro-war channels.
February 18, 2026 at 10:54 AM
Putin is throttling Telegram and other Western apps ahead of a possible mobilisation, exactly what Iโve been warning about.
Goal: limit discontent and stop protests spreading, say Russian pro-war channels.
Goal: limit discontent and stop protests spreading, say Russian pro-war channels.
Ilsky Oil Refinery, located in Ilsky, Krasnodar Krai, Russia, is still burning after it was hit by Ukrainian drones overnight on 17 February 2026, sparking a significant fire at the facility
The refinery is one of the largest in southern Russia and plays a role in supplying fuel for Russian forces
The refinery is one of the largest in southern Russia and plays a role in supplying fuel for Russian forces
February 18, 2026 at 9:23 AM
Ilsky Oil Refinery, located in Ilsky, Krasnodar Krai, Russia, is still burning after it was hit by Ukrainian drones overnight on 17 February 2026, sparking a significant fire at the facility
The refinery is one of the largest in southern Russia and plays a role in supplying fuel for Russian forces
The refinery is one of the largest in southern Russia and plays a role in supplying fuel for Russian forces
You can still get tickets ๐ซ
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February 18, 2026 at 8:37 AM
You can still get tickets ๐ซ
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www.tickettailor.com/events/msfup...
Heading to the Isle of Man next week โ canโt wait. Iโll be raising money for Ukraine and talking about Swampy and the urgent work that still needs doing. This is just the beginning.
My interview for Manx Radio
www.manxradio.com/news/isle-of...
My interview for Manx Radio
www.manxradio.com/news/isle-of...
British Army veteran living in Ukraine to deliver talk on Island
Former Russian POW Shaun Pinner was friends with late Manx soldier Chris Garrett
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February 18, 2026 at 8:37 AM
Heading to the Isle of Man next week โ canโt wait. Iโll be raising money for Ukraine and talking about Swampy and the urgent work that still needs doing. This is just the beginning.
My interview for Manx Radio
www.manxradio.com/news/isle-of...
My interview for Manx Radio
www.manxradio.com/news/isle-of...
4/4 At the same time, he warned the operational situation remains complex โ progress, but under heavy pressure.
February 17, 2026 at 7:08 AM
4/4 At the same time, he warned the operational situation remains complex โ progress, but under heavy pressure.
3/4 ISW analysts believe these successful counterattacks are likely linked to the blocking of Starlink satellite communications for Russian forces.
Today, Chief of the General Staff Oleksandr Syrskyi confirmed that Ukrainian units are carrying out effective counterattacking and assault operations.
Today, Chief of the General Staff Oleksandr Syrskyi confirmed that Ukrainian units are carrying out effective counterattacking and assault operations.
February 17, 2026 at 7:08 AM
3/4 ISW analysts believe these successful counterattacks are likely linked to the blocking of Starlink satellite communications for Russian forces.
Today, Chief of the General Staff Oleksandr Syrskyi confirmed that Ukrainian units are carrying out effective counterattacking and assault operations.
Today, Chief of the General Staff Oleksandr Syrskyi confirmed that Ukrainian units are carrying out effective counterattacking and assault operations.
2/4 Thatโs roughly the same area Russia captured in the entire month of December โ and the largest area Ukraine has retaken in such a short time since June 2023.
ISWโs February 15 report says Ukrainian forces regained control of several small settlements along the Yanchur and Gaiฤur rivers.
ISWโs February 15 report says Ukrainian forces regained control of several small settlements along the Yanchur and Gaiฤur rivers.
February 17, 2026 at 7:08 AM
2/4 Thatโs roughly the same area Russia captured in the entire month of December โ and the largest area Ukraine has retaken in such a short time since June 2023.
ISWโs February 15 report says Ukrainian forces regained control of several small settlements along the Yanchur and Gaiฤur rivers.
ISWโs February 15 report says Ukrainian forces regained control of several small settlements along the Yanchur and Gaiฤur rivers.
1/4 Last week, Ukraine achieved one of its biggest battlefield successes in the past 2.5 years, according to AFP.
Using data from the Institute for the Study of War (ISW), AFP reports that between Wednesday and Sunday, Ukrainian forces reclaimed 201 kmยฒ of territory.
Using data from the Institute for the Study of War (ISW), AFP reports that between Wednesday and Sunday, Ukrainian forces reclaimed 201 kmยฒ of territory.
February 17, 2026 at 7:08 AM
1/4 Last week, Ukraine achieved one of its biggest battlefield successes in the past 2.5 years, according to AFP.
Using data from the Institute for the Study of War (ISW), AFP reports that between Wednesday and Sunday, Ukrainian forces reclaimed 201 kmยฒ of territory.
Using data from the Institute for the Study of War (ISW), AFP reports that between Wednesday and Sunday, Ukrainian forces reclaimed 201 kmยฒ of territory.
Reposted by Shaun Pinner
"If this is what a path to peace looks like, itโs arriving to the soundtrack of AC/DCโs Shoot to Thrill"
After nights like this, talk of a real Peace Process feels detached from reality.
My article for LLB: londonlovesbusiness.com/ukraine-conf...
My article for LLB: londonlovesbusiness.com/ukraine-conf...
Ukraine confronts 'harsh reality' of missiles, drones and blackouts - London Business News | Londonlovesbusiness.com
Explore how Ukraine confronts the harsh reality of missiles, drones, and blackouts amidst the peace narrative at MSC.
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February 17, 2026 at 6:14 AM
"If this is what a path to peace looks like, itโs arriving to the soundtrack of AC/DCโs Shoot to Thrill"