Is it the Russian version of 'The Dam Busters' I wouldn't be surprised if that's how it is presented to their public.

It looks like a bit like scorched earth to me, but it is more likely Russia means this war to last for as long as possible regardless.

The dog probably has the same name.

Red and Blue Army!

Well quite. Whilst failing to point out that with the Russians happy to sit there and welcome on any and every Ukrainian attack, then all that water actually impacts on Russian fixed defenses like minefields and means that potential river crossings are easier now.

But of course, the Russians would just blow up a dam for the hell of it.

"The Party told you to reject the evidence of your eyes and ears. It was their final, most essential command." - 1984 - George Orwell.

Whatever the military situation, Russia probably sees the war as a major benefit.
It can hike gas and oil prices to the West. It can strengthen ties with China. It can kill a few thousand convicts employed by Wagner. Russia must be raking it in.
And eventually, it will make permanent gains in Ukraine, whether by force or negotiation. More (potential) wheat fields and military enclaves.

And all the while, the West sees increased inflation, divisiveness amongst NATO, and the encouragement of African migrants to Europe.

Edited by Forest Hillbilly (07 Jun 2023 12.32pm)

"The facts have changed", Rishi Sunak

No one should really worry about this war. Eventually, the EU army spearheaded by the Irish will steamroller Kiev and then the Kremlin. Tactics will be a cross between Blitzkrieg and Deep Battle, yet subtly Japanese as we will be using bikes. Tanks and planes pollute guys.

Red and Blue Army!

Crazy Ivan doesn't like it up 'em.

Red and Blue Army!