🇷🇺 Vladimir Putin
Desperate Putin could target Moscows golden sons as DIY drones blow his army to bits
What happened
According to Labour MP Dame Emily Thornberry, Vladimir Putin's army is burning through tens of thousands of troops a month in Ukraine, and he may be forced to recruit young men from major Russian cities. Drones built by ordinary Ukrainians are reportedly causing significant damage to Putin's forces. The Russian army is facing a threat from these DIY drones, which are being built on kitchen tables.
Why it matters
The heavy losses suffered by Putin's army and the threat posed by Ukrainian-built drones may have significant implications for the conflict in Ukraine. The situation could lead to Putin making desperate decisions, including potentially calling up young men from Moscow and St Petersburg. This could have far-reaching consequences for Russia and the international community.
Key facts
- Putin's army is losing tens of thousands of troops a month in Ukraine.
- Drones built by ordinary Ukrainians are causing significant damage to Putin's forces.
- The Russian army is facing a threat from these DIY drones, which are being built on kitchen tables.
- Vladimir Putin's cash cow, Russian oil and gas imports, is drying up.
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