Ukr Failed First Month, Russia New Weapons; Putin Modi Xi Attend SCO Summit, BRICS Currency (Alexander Mercouris)

Ukraine's offensive was almost certainly destined to fail since they are engaged in a frontal assault on prepared defenses without any advantage in air or artillery forces. It's almost suicidal tactics. The Russians are taking some losses but not as many as the Ukrainians. This neocon pushed war looks like an extermination program for the pro Nazi population of Ukraine. 

When it comes to Ukraine negotiating for further NATO help, there is a strong reluctance from the European countries, but there is always the issue of arm twisting by the neocons and the connected intelligence community. Things would be a lot more simple if these antagonistic groups where kicked out of the loop.

Also, Iran and Afghanistan to join the Chinese and Indians in international affairs.

[Posted at the SpookyWeather2 blog, July 6, 2023.]