Leaked Pentagon documents provide rare window into depth of US intelligence on allies and foes
Highly classified Pentagon documents leaked online in recent weeks have provided a rare window into how the US spies on allies and foes alike, deeply rattling US officials, who fear the revelations could jeopardize sensitive sources and compromise important foreign relationships.
Some of the documents, which US officials say are authentic, expose the extent of US eavesdropping on key allies, including South Korea, Israel and Ukraine.
Others reveal the degree to which the US has penetrated the Russian Ministry of Defense and the Russian mercenary organization Wagner Group, largely through intercepted communications and human sources, which could now be cut off or put in danger.
Still others divulge key weaknesses in Ukrainian weaponry, air defense, and battalion sizes and readiness at a critical point in the war, as Ukrainian forces gear up to launch a counteroffensive against the Russians – and just as the US and Ukraine have begun to develop a more mutually trusting relationship over intelligence-sharing.
Ukraine has already altered some of its military plans because of the leak, a source close to Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky told CNN.
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According to one of the documents, Russian forces had suffered 189,500 to 223,000 casualties as of February, including as many as 43,000 troops killed in action. Ukraine, meanwhile, had suffered 124,500 to 131,000 casualties, with up to 17,500 killed in action, the report says.*
Bad actors are already using the leaked documents to spread disinformation, analysts say. The document with casualty numbers, for example, was altered in recent weeks to more than halve the number of Russian deaths, before being spread on pro-Russian Telegram channels.
Asked about the images circulating on Twitter and Telegram, Kremlin spokesperson Dmitry Peskov told CNN on Friday that “we don’t have the slightest doubt about direct or indirect involvement of the United States and NATO in the conflict between Russia and Ukraine.”**
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Well, you may read the complete article, though in our humble opinion it, probably, does not worth it. Basically, now CNN has taken over from The New York Times spreading what they want us to believe are genuine Pentagon documents related to the Ukrainian war. More over, instead of previously mentioned and underestimated number of casualties they are trying to "reboot on the go" and are now offering different figures, saying that the previous have been meddled with.
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Highly classified Pentagon documents leaked online in recent weeks have provided a rare window into how the US spies on allies and foes alike, deeply rattling US officials, who fear the revelations could jeopardize sensitive sources and compromise important foreign relationships.
Some of the documents, which US officials say are authentic, expose the extent of US eavesdropping on key allies, including South Korea, Israel and Ukraine.
Others reveal the degree to which the US has penetrated the Russian Ministry of Defense and the Russian mercenary organization Wagner Group, largely through intercepted communications and human sources, which could now be cut off or put in danger.
Still others divulge key weaknesses in Ukrainian weaponry, air defense, and battalion sizes and readiness at a critical point in the war, as Ukrainian forces gear up to launch a counteroffensive against the Russians – and just as the US and Ukraine have begun to develop a more mutually trusting relationship over intelligence-sharing.
Ukraine has already altered some of its military plans because of the leak, a source close to Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky told CNN.
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According to one of the documents, Russian forces had suffered 189,500 to 223,000 casualties as of February, including as many as 43,000 troops killed in action. Ukraine, meanwhile, had suffered 124,500 to 131,000 casualties, with up to 17,500 killed in action, the report says.*
Bad actors are already using the leaked documents to spread disinformation, analysts say. The document with casualty numbers, for example, was altered in recent weeks to more than halve the number of Russian deaths, before being spread on pro-Russian Telegram channels.
Asked about the images circulating on Twitter and Telegram, Kremlin spokesperson Dmitry Peskov told CNN on Friday that “we don’t have the slightest doubt about direct or indirect involvement of the United States and NATO in the conflict between Russia and Ukraine.”**
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Highly classified Pentagon documents leaked online in recent weeks have provided a rare window into how the US spies on allies and foes alike, deeply rattling US officials, who fear the revelations could jeopardize sensitive sources and compromise important…
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Russian air defence has destroyed more than a hundred Ukrainian "Bayraktars" since the beginning of the military operation
MOSCOW, April 10 — RIA Novosti. Since the beginning of the special operation in Ukraine, Russian air defence has destroyed more than a hundred Turkish Bayraktar drones, Lieutenant-General Andrey Demin, commander of the air defense forces, deputy commander-in-chief of the Aerospace Forces, told reporters.
"I note right away that there are practically no fundamental differences in the fight against strategic-level drones such as the American Global Hawk (RQ-4) and Reaper (MQ-9) or operational-tactical Turkish Bayraktars-TB compared to countering modern manned aircraft," he added.
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MOSCOW, April 10 — RIA Novosti. Since the beginning of the special operation in Ukraine, Russian air defence has destroyed more than a hundred Turkish Bayraktar drones, Lieutenant-General Andrey Demin, commander of the air defense forces, deputy commander-in-chief of the Aerospace Forces, told reporters.
"I note right away that there are practically no fundamental differences in the fight against strategic-level drones such as the American Global Hawk (RQ-4) and Reaper (MQ-9) or operational-tactical Turkish Bayraktars-TB compared to countering modern manned aircraft," he added.
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BRICS has outperformed the "Big Seven". What does this mean for Russia and the world
The combined GDP of the BRICS countries outweighed that produced by the G7. The news was carefully shaded out of capricious shame in the Western media.
Thirty-one and a half percent (that's BRICS) versus just over 30 for those who proudly wore the crown of "most developed, most democratic, most progressive."
It turns out that all those who were considered "autocrats" and generally "bad guys" managed during the current turbulence not only to hold the helm, but also to make the economy go up.
When the progressive choir sang the oratorio "How we tear the economy of authoritarianism to shreds," this very economy famously did its job, not paying attention to the obstacles placed.
Those who compiled the report state sadly: "There is no more developing world, just as there is no developed world. There is a world that is steadily going up, and there is a world that is rolling down."
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The combined GDP of the BRICS countries outweighed that produced by the G7. The news was carefully shaded out of capricious shame in the Western media.
Thirty-one and a half percent (that's BRICS) versus just over 30 for those who proudly wore the crown of "most developed, most democratic, most progressive."
It turns out that all those who were considered "autocrats" and generally "bad guys" managed during the current turbulence not only to hold the helm, but also to make the economy go up.
When the progressive choir sang the oratorio "How we tear the economy of authoritarianism to shreds," this very economy famously did its job, not paying attention to the obstacles placed.
Those who compiled the report state sadly: "There is no more developing world, just as there is no developed world. There is a world that is steadily going up, and there is a world that is rolling down."
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"Большую семерку" умыл БРИКС. Что это значит для России и мира
Совместный ВВП стран БРИКС перевесил тот, что производится "Большой семеркой". Новость старательно заштриховали — от капризного стыда. РИА Новости, 10.04.2023
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The presidents of Syria and Iran recognized the disappearance of the unipolar world
DUBAI, April 9 — RIA Novosti. Syrian and Iranian Presidents Bashar al-Assad and Ibrahim Raisi said in a telephone conversation that the unipolar world is disappearing, the Syrian leader's office said on Telegram.
"The presidents indicated that the unipolar world is disappearing thanks to the vigilance of peoples and countries that adhere to their sovereignty and dignity," the message says.
In addition, according to the office, the leaders of Syria and Iran discussed the latest developments around the Al-Aqsa Mosque in Jerusalem, saying that "such a hostile Israeli policy is inseparable from the attack on civilians in Syria and confirms its weakness and defeat in the face of the resistance forces and courage Palestinian people." At the same time, the Iranian President noted the need to respect the sovereignty and unity of the Syrian territories.
According to the office, they stressed that "stability in the region rests on peaceful relations between states based on constant dialogue and the strengthening of common interests."
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It is very indicative, that Bashar al-Assad is talking about the end of the unipolar world, so many years after that very Unipolar world has condemned him and tried to eliminate on multiple occasions. He certainly deserves respect, no matter what you may think about his political believes. Calm and resilient. Not prone to hysterical performances like some modern politicians. Not bad for a London trained ophthalmologist!
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DUBAI, April 9 — RIA Novosti. Syrian and Iranian Presidents Bashar al-Assad and Ibrahim Raisi said in a telephone conversation that the unipolar world is disappearing, the Syrian leader's office said on Telegram.
"The presidents indicated that the unipolar world is disappearing thanks to the vigilance of peoples and countries that adhere to their sovereignty and dignity," the message says.
In addition, according to the office, the leaders of Syria and Iran discussed the latest developments around the Al-Aqsa Mosque in Jerusalem, saying that "such a hostile Israeli policy is inseparable from the attack on civilians in Syria and confirms its weakness and defeat in the face of the resistance forces and courage Palestinian people." At the same time, the Iranian President noted the need to respect the sovereignty and unity of the Syrian territories.
According to the office, they stressed that "stability in the region rests on peaceful relations between states based on constant dialogue and the strengthening of common interests."
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It is very indicative, that Bashar al-Assad is talking about the end of the unipolar world, so many years after that very Unipolar world has condemned him and tried to eliminate on multiple occasions. He certainly deserves respect, no matter what you may think about his political believes. Calm and resilient. Not prone to hysterical performances like some modern politicians. Not bad for a London trained ophthalmologist!
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Musk responded to the reaction of Twitter users to Medvedev's post on Ukraine
WASHINGTON, April 10 — RIA Novosti. American businessman and billionaire Elon Musk, responding to comments from Twitter users due to the publication on the page of Deputy Chairman of the Security Council of Russia Dmitry Medvedev on Ukraine, said that people should make their own decisions by reading the news.
"All news is propaganda to some extent. Let people decide for themselves," he wrote on Twitter.
On April 8, on Medvedev's page on the American social network, an English-language publication appeared in which, like in his VKontakte publication, he wrote that no one needs Ukraine, so it will disappear and it will not be on the planet.
In response, Twitter users began to reproach Musk for "not implementing sanctions" against Russia and "allowing Russian leaders back on the platform."
Musk, in turn, added that Russian President Vladimir Putin is not his "best friend."
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WASHINGTON, April 10 — RIA Novosti. American businessman and billionaire Elon Musk, responding to comments from Twitter users due to the publication on the page of Deputy Chairman of the Security Council of Russia Dmitry Medvedev on Ukraine, said that people should make their own decisions by reading the news.
"All news is propaganda to some extent. Let people decide for themselves," he wrote on Twitter.
On April 8, on Medvedev's page on the American social network, an English-language publication appeared in which, like in his VKontakte publication, he wrote that no one needs Ukraine, so it will disappear and it will not be on the planet.
In response, Twitter users began to reproach Musk for "not implementing sanctions" against Russia and "allowing Russian leaders back on the platform."
Musk, in turn, added that Russian President Vladimir Putin is not his "best friend."
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Twitter brands BBC a ‘government funded media’ organization
The BBC is seeking a swift resolution after Twitter branded it as “government funded media.”
Britain’s national broadcaster is predominantly funded by UK households via a license fee, which is also required to watch non-BBC channels or live services. This is supplemented by income from commercial operations.
The @BBC account – which has 2.2 million followers – is currently branded as government funded. The label has not been given to the BBC’s other accounts, including BBC News (World) and BBC Breaking News.
Twitter has not given a definition for what it considers “government funded media” to constitute.
In a statement provided to CNN, the BBC said: “We are speaking to Twitter to resolve this issue as soon as possible.
“The BBC is, and always has been, independent. We are funded by the British public through the licence fee.”*
The BBC received the label after a similar one was given to America’s National Public Radio (NPR).
Twitter initially designated the US broadcaster as “state-affiliated media,” putting it on a par with Russian propaganda network RT and China’s Xinhua News Agency.
Following backlash from NPR – who said it would not tweet from the account while the label was in place – it was instead changed to “government funded media.”
NPR receives some funding from public institutions but the vast majority comes from sources such as corporate sponsorships and NPR membership fees.
Twitter defines state-affiliated media outlets as outlets “where the state exercises control over editorial content through financial resources, direct or indirect political pressures, and/or control over production and distribution.”
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The BBC is seeking a swift resolution after Twitter branded it as “government funded media.”
Britain’s national broadcaster is predominantly funded by UK households via a license fee, which is also required to watch non-BBC channels or live services. This is supplemented by income from commercial operations.
The @BBC account – which has 2.2 million followers – is currently branded as government funded. The label has not been given to the BBC’s other accounts, including BBC News (World) and BBC Breaking News.
Twitter has not given a definition for what it considers “government funded media” to constitute.
In a statement provided to CNN, the BBC said: “We are speaking to Twitter to resolve this issue as soon as possible.
“The BBC is, and always has been, independent. We are funded by the British public through the licence fee.”*
The BBC received the label after a similar one was given to America’s National Public Radio (NPR).
Twitter initially designated the US broadcaster as “state-affiliated media,” putting it on a par with Russian propaganda network RT and China’s Xinhua News Agency.
Following backlash from NPR – who said it would not tweet from the account while the label was in place – it was instead changed to “government funded media.”
NPR receives some funding from public institutions but the vast majority comes from sources such as corporate sponsorships and NPR membership fees.
Twitter defines state-affiliated media outlets as outlets “where the state exercises control over editorial content through financial resources, direct or indirect political pressures, and/or control over production and distribution.”
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*However, British public certainly will not pay "TV licence fee" (currently £159) if its collection would not be enforced by the state system. Unlike the non-payment of utility bills and parking tickets, which are treated as civil matters, those who refuse to pay the television licence receive a criminal record.
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The work of the crews of the Su-25 attack aircraft of the Russian Aerospace Forces
▪️Missile launches were carried out in pairs from low altitudes. After the use of aviation weapons, the pilots, releasing heat traps, performed a manoeuvre and returned to the airfield.
▪️As a result of the sortie, camouflaged fortified positions and armoured vehicles of the Armed Forces of Ukraine were destroyed.
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▪️Missile launches were carried out in pairs from low altitudes. After the use of aviation weapons, the pilots, releasing heat traps, performed a manoeuvre and returned to the airfield.
▪️As a result of the sortie, camouflaged fortified positions and armoured vehicles of the Armed Forces of Ukraine were destroyed.
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Russian tank fires at the enemy, but unfortunately is being hit. Our guys competently and calmly evacuate to the second tank and leave.
#FPVW (First Person View War)
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Wagner making use of a captured M113
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Ukraine conflict on Lula's agenda in delayed China visit.
Brazil's leftist President Luiz Inacio Lula da Silva will meet Chinese counterpart Xi Jinping in Beijing this week to discuss trade and Ukraine mediation, having overcome the pneumonia that forced him to postpone the trip.
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Brazil's leftist President Luiz Inacio Lula da Silva will meet Chinese counterpart Xi Jinping in Beijing this week to discuss trade and Ukraine mediation, having overcome the pneumonia that forced him to postpone the trip.
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Ukraine conflict on Lula's agenda in delayed China visit
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🇷🇺 Su-27 pilot: "3:0 in my favor"
Alan Datiev managed to hit three air targets in one night battle in the patrol zone. The first to fall were two Mi-24 helicopters of the Armed Forces of Ukraine. Then the Ukrainian Su-25 tried to attack and was also defeated.
Alan was introduced and awarded 🏅
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Alan Datiev managed to hit three air targets in one night battle in the patrol zone. The first to fall were two Mi-24 helicopters of the Armed Forces of Ukraine. Then the Ukrainian Su-25 tried to attack and was also defeated.
Alan was introduced and awarded 🏅
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Palazzo Farnese world map: a sixteenth-century masterpiece
The world map from the Palazzo Farnese still exists and is kept in the National Museum of Rome. The map is used for research and historical study, like other pieces of art.
Today, Russia is frequently referred to as Moscovia in Ukraine....What could this mean?!
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The world map from the Palazzo Farnese still exists and is kept in the National Museum of Rome. The map is used for research and historical study, like other pieces of art.
Today, Russia is frequently referred to as Moscovia in Ukraine....What could this mean?!
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Fountains have started working in Mariupol.
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♨the first shots of our guys returning home from captivity!
Welcome back, we've been waiting for you!❤️🙏
106 Russian servicemen were returned to Russia from the territory controlled by the Kiev regime on April 10, the Defense Ministry said.
The ministry noted that the military will be delivered to Moscow by military transport aircraft of the Russian Aerospace Forces for treatment and rehabilitation in medical institutions of the Ministry of Defense.
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106 Russian servicemen were returned to Russia from the territory controlled by the Kiev regime on April 10, the Defense Ministry said.
The ministry noted that the military will be delivered to Moscow by military transport aircraft of the Russian Aerospace Forces for treatment and rehabilitation in medical institutions of the Ministry of Defense.
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RT Interview: Pepe Escobar On Pentagon Documents Leak
“The Pentagon is desperate to spam this is a fake, but we know it’s not a fake,” Political analyst Pepe Escobar told RT.
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“The Pentagon is desperate to spam this is a fake, but we know it’s not a fake,” Political analyst Pepe Escobar told RT.
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▶️ The plane with the Russian military returning from captivity landed in the Moscow region.
After rehabilitation, the servicemen will return to their relatives and friends, said Tatyana Moskalkova, Commissioner for Human Rights in the Russian Federation.
Video: Maxim Churusov/TASS
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After rehabilitation, the servicemen will return to their relatives and friends, said Tatyana Moskalkova, Commissioner for Human Rights in the Russian Federation.
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“Suitcase, station, Russia” is shouted to two grandmothers on the territory of the Orthodox Cathedral in Ternopil, Ukraine
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People who call me ‘Putin apologist’, thank you!’ says a Brit who articulates why.
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