Butch Hills
@wwhills.bsky.social
Historian, writer, Son of the Lowcountry, cyclist, retired Navy flight officer 🇺🇦 Тримай Україну!
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An event to unveil Russia's first "anthropomorphic robot with artificial intelligence" had to be cancelled after the robot fell and crashed on stage.
November 11, 2025 at 7:27 PM
An event to unveil Russia's first "anthropomorphic robot with artificial intelligence" had to be cancelled after the robot fell and crashed on stage.
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Without being bombed is crazy work
October 24, 2025 at 12:33 PM
Without being bombed is crazy work
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⚡️ Update: UK, France call for long-range weapons for Ukraine as ‘Coalition of the Willing’ meets.
UK, France call for long-range arms for Ukraine as Zelensky joins 'Coalition of the Willing' meeting
The meeting is expected to focus on how allied nations "can further strengthen Ukraine's hand and cripple Russia's ability to continue to wage war," the British government said.
kyivindependent.com
October 24, 2025 at 3:25 PM
⚡️ Update: UK, France call for long-range weapons for Ukraine as ‘Coalition of the Willing’ meets.
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Sweden called on European countries to shift into war mode to defend and sustain peace, Defense Minister Pål Jonson told RND. Around 90 percent of Swedes support maintaining or expanding aid to Ukraine, he said.
www.rnd.de/politik/inte...
www.rnd.de/politik/inte...
October 19, 2025 at 4:36 PM
Sweden called on European countries to shift into war mode to defend and sustain peace, Defense Minister Pål Jonson told RND. Around 90 percent of Swedes support maintaining or expanding aid to Ukraine, he said.
www.rnd.de/politik/inte...
www.rnd.de/politik/inte...
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This fandom is a prison
October 17, 2025 at 6:31 PM
This fandom is a prison
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AP: "[ISW] said in an assessment published late Wednesday that sending Tomahawks to Ukraine would not escalate the war and would only 'mirror Russia’s own use of … long-range cruise missiles against Ukraine.'" apnews.com/article/russ...
Russian barrage causes blackouts in Ukraine as Zelenskyy seeks Trump's help
Russia has launched a heavy bombardment on Ukraine's energy facilities, using hundreds of drones and dozens of missiles.
apnews.com
October 16, 2025 at 6:43 PM
AP: "[ISW] said in an assessment published late Wednesday that sending Tomahawks to Ukraine would not escalate the war and would only 'mirror Russia’s own use of … long-range cruise missiles against Ukraine.'" apnews.com/article/russ...
Bloody Scots posing as Ukrainians!
October 13, 2025 at 10:25 PM
Bloody Scots posing as Ukrainians!
Great article! www.theatlantic.com/internationa...
How Ukraine Turned the Tables on Russia
Russia assumed time was on its side, but a new Ukrainian strategy is yielding surprising results.
www.theatlantic.com
October 8, 2025 at 12:51 AM
Great article! www.theatlantic.com/internationa...
Justice in America...https://www.nytimes.com/2025/09/28/opinion/comey-indictment-trump.html?unlocked_article_code=1.pU8.kPPu.VovFVWSkMbVx&smid=url-share
September 28, 2025 at 5:32 PM
Justice in America...https://www.nytimes.com/2025/09/28/opinion/comey-indictment-trump.html?unlocked_article_code=1.pU8.kPPu.VovFVWSkMbVx&smid=url-share
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Russian media report that at least 10 explosions were heard in Moscow — residents of residential areas are in panic, reporting air defense activity.
September 22, 2025 at 4:53 PM
Russian media report that at least 10 explosions were heard in Moscow — residents of residential areas are in panic, reporting air defense activity.
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Russian troops filmed a Ukrainian drone strike on their own supply convoy.
September 21, 2025 at 4:02 PM
Russian troops filmed a Ukrainian drone strike on their own supply convoy.
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😂😂😂😂😂😂😂
September 20, 2025 at 6:47 PM
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⚡️Estonia asks NATO to activate Article 4 after Russian fighter jets violate airspace.
Article 4 allows member states to call for discussions with allies if they believe their security is threatened. Russian MiG-31 fighter jets violated Estonian airspace over the Gulf of Finland on Sept. 19.
Article 4 allows member states to call for discussions with allies if they believe their security is threatened. Russian MiG-31 fighter jets violated Estonian airspace over the Gulf of Finland on Sept. 19.
Estonia asks NATO to activate Article 4 after Russian fighter jets violate airspace
Article 4 allows member states to call for discussions with allies if they believe their security is threatened. Russian MiG-31 fighter jets violated Estonian airspace over the Gulf of Finland on Sept...
kyivindependent.com
September 19, 2025 at 8:24 PM
⚡️Estonia asks NATO to activate Article 4 after Russian fighter jets violate airspace.
Article 4 allows member states to call for discussions with allies if they believe their security is threatened. Russian MiG-31 fighter jets violated Estonian airspace over the Gulf of Finland on Sept. 19.
Article 4 allows member states to call for discussions with allies if they believe their security is threatened. Russian MiG-31 fighter jets violated Estonian airspace over the Gulf of Finland on Sept. 19.
Late night in Deutschland! Wunderbar! twitter.com/Bricktop_NAF...
Bricktop_NAFO on X: "Donald Trump has made Americas government a laughing stock around the world. Here is a snippet of German TV, much like other counties he is the source of comedy rather than respect. Everyone is waiting for America to return to its former glory. https://t.co/c7pofL8BB2" / X
Donald Trump has made Americas government a laughing stock around the world. Here is a snippet of German TV, much like other counties he is the source of comedy rather than respect. Everyone is waiting for America to return to its former glory. https://t.co/c7pofL8BB2
twitter.com
September 18, 2025 at 1:00 AM
Late night in Deutschland! Wunderbar! twitter.com/Bricktop_NAF...
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President of Finland, Stubb:
"There is an imperialist DNA and foundation in Russia that seems persistent. I don't have much hope for Russia's future."
"There is an imperialist DNA and foundation in Russia that seems persistent. I don't have much hope for Russia's future."
September 15, 2025 at 11:02 AM
President of Finland, Stubb:
"There is an imperialist DNA and foundation in Russia that seems persistent. I don't have much hope for Russia's future."
"There is an imperialist DNA and foundation in Russia that seems persistent. I don't have much hope for Russia's future."
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"Russia has never had, does not have, and will never have any desire to attack anyone" -- Putin in Beijing.
He simply keeps mocking all those who, for 25 years, have bent over backwards for this petty creature, tiptoeing around him in fear and granting full license to his megalomania and sadism.
He simply keeps mocking all those who, for 25 years, have bent over backwards for this petty creature, tiptoeing around him in fear and granting full license to his megalomania and sadism.
September 2, 2025 at 8:55 PM
"Russia has never had, does not have, and will never have any desire to attack anyone" -- Putin in Beijing.
He simply keeps mocking all those who, for 25 years, have bent over backwards for this petty creature, tiptoeing around him in fear and granting full license to his megalomania and sadism.
He simply keeps mocking all those who, for 25 years, have bent over backwards for this petty creature, tiptoeing around him in fear and granting full license to his megalomania and sadism.
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For the past half a year, Russian strikes on civilians have only grown more brutal for one main reason: while Putin slaughters children, Trump is busy bragging and signing photos with him.
August 28, 2025 at 6:17 AM
For the past half a year, Russian strikes on civilians have only grown more brutal for one main reason: while Putin slaughters children, Trump is busy bragging and signing photos with him.
Over 6 inches and still coming down here in Mount Pleasant!
August 22, 2025 at 10:03 PM
Over 6 inches and still coming down here in Mount Pleasant!
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Meanwhile in Russia: state TV is openly mocking Trump by describing their bombing of a U.S.-owned Flex electronics factory as "destroying Western investments." Remember when Scott Bessent said that U.S. investments in Ukraine would serve as an "implicit" security guarantee?
August 21, 2025 at 11:25 PM
Meanwhile in Russia: state TV is openly mocking Trump by describing their bombing of a U.S.-owned Flex electronics factory as "destroying Western investments." Remember when Scott Bessent said that U.S. investments in Ukraine would serve as an "implicit" security guarantee?
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🇨🇳🇵🇭 A Chinese navy ship collided with a Chinese Coast Guard cutter near Scarborough Shoal while chasing a Philippine patrol. The cutter was heavily damaged and left out of action.
August 11, 2025 at 10:52 AM
🇨🇳🇵🇭 A Chinese navy ship collided with a Chinese Coast Guard cutter near Scarborough Shoal while chasing a Philippine patrol. The cutter was heavily damaged and left out of action.
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⚡️ Over 330 Russian troops killed in failed attack on Sumy Oblast, Ukraine's intelligence claims, shows footage.
HUR special forces fought off a Russian attempt to advance in Sumy Oblast, "destroying more than eight Russian companies" during the battle, the intelligence agency said.
HUR special forces fought off a Russian attempt to advance in Sumy Oblast, "destroying more than eight Russian companies" during the battle, the intelligence agency said.
Over 330 Russian troops killed in failed attack on Sumy Oblast, Ukraine's intelligence claims, shows footage
Ukrainian military intelligence (HUR) special forces fought off a Russian attempt to advance in Sumy Oblast, "destroying more than eight Russian companies" during the battle, the agency said on Aug. 5
kyivindependent.com
August 5, 2025 at 9:32 AM
⚡️ Over 330 Russian troops killed in failed attack on Sumy Oblast, Ukraine's intelligence claims, shows footage.
HUR special forces fought off a Russian attempt to advance in Sumy Oblast, "destroying more than eight Russian companies" during the battle, the intelligence agency said.
HUR special forces fought off a Russian attempt to advance in Sumy Oblast, "destroying more than eight Russian companies" during the battle, the intelligence agency said.
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Penza Military Plant “Elektropribor”: Preliminary Damage Assessment
🧵Thread:
1/ In the early hours of August 2, Ukrainian UAVs struck multiple targets in Russia, including refineries and military-industrial sites. Here’s what’s known so far about the strike on Elektropribor
🧵Thread:
1/ In the early hours of August 2, Ukrainian UAVs struck multiple targets in Russia, including refineries and military-industrial sites. Here’s what’s known so far about the strike on Elektropribor
August 2, 2025 at 9:06 AM
Penza Military Plant “Elektropribor”: Preliminary Damage Assessment
🧵Thread:
1/ In the early hours of August 2, Ukrainian UAVs struck multiple targets in Russia, including refineries and military-industrial sites. Here’s what’s known so far about the strike on Elektropribor
🧵Thread:
1/ In the early hours of August 2, Ukrainian UAVs struck multiple targets in Russia, including refineries and military-industrial sites. Here’s what’s known so far about the strike on Elektropribor
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I’m happy to report that Ukrainian strikes are moving faster than our team’s geolocation and analysis can keep up with! We’re taking a day off to catch our breath, then we’ll dive into a thorough review of all the latest impacts. Thanks for your patience and donations
Penza Military Plant “Elektropribor”: Preliminary Damage Assessment
🧵Thread:
1/ In the early hours of August 2, Ukrainian UAVs struck multiple targets in Russia, including refineries and military-industrial sites. Here’s what’s known so far about the strike on Elektropribor
🧵Thread:
1/ In the early hours of August 2, Ukrainian UAVs struck multiple targets in Russia, including refineries and military-industrial sites. Here’s what’s known so far about the strike on Elektropribor
August 2, 2025 at 9:49 AM
I’m happy to report that Ukrainian strikes are moving faster than our team’s geolocation and analysis can keep up with! We’re taking a day off to catch our breath, then we’ll dive into a thorough review of all the latest impacts. Thanks for your patience and donations
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"All of these components — new military districts, changes in mobilization and defence spending — are suggesting that Russia is preparing for a protracted war, not just in Ukraine but also against NATO," ISW's @katstepanenko.bsky.social told @kyivindependent.com kyivindependent.com/russias-new-...
Russia's new mobilization law yet another sign Kremlin is preparing for war with NATO, analysts say
Increased spending on defense and a new Russian conscription law are signs of the Kremlin's increasingly aggressive posture and preparations for future conflict with Europe and NATO states, according ...
kyivindependent.com
July 29, 2025 at 7:01 PM
"All of these components — new military districts, changes in mobilization and defence spending — are suggesting that Russia is preparing for a protracted war, not just in Ukraine but also against NATO," ISW's @katstepanenko.bsky.social told @kyivindependent.com kyivindependent.com/russias-new-...
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The Kyiv Independent team works tirelessly to bring reliable, on-the-ground reporting about Russia's war against Ukraine to the international audience. But this would not be possible without the support of our readers.
July 30, 2025 at 11:46 AM
The Kyiv Independent team works tirelessly to bring reliable, on-the-ground reporting about Russia's war against Ukraine to the international audience. But this would not be possible without the support of our readers.