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Let that kek in, anons.

On January 5, 2025, Ukraine launched its second offensive into Russia's Kursk region, underscoring its commitment to maintaining pressure on Moscow.

It's been almost 10 days now in those 10 days Ukraine lost 3 cities and western media claims it's to early to make conclusions

Unlike the first offensive, this renewed effort reflects a more calculated approach, combining long-range missile strikes targeting Russian logistics with precise company-level ground assaults aimed at capturing key areas while minimizing direct confrontations with heavily fortified Russian positions.

What are they smoking the offensive was 7 hours long and there wasn't any new Ukrainian attacks in almost 10 days. A fricking GIGA CALCULATION.

The offensive is centered in the Sudzha region, where Ukrainian forces are attempting to break through Russian defenses and advance deeper into Kursk Oblast. Locations such as Berdin, Leonidovo, and Bolshoye Soldatskoye have become focal points of intense fighting as Ukraine strives to establish a stronger foothold in the region.

They claiming fighting is happening where I put yellow circle

While the Kursk region holds symbolic significance, particularly as a demonstration of Ukraine's ability to contest Russian territory, its economic value is relatively modest. Kursk plays a role in Russia's agricultural production and serves as a gas transit hub, but its contributions are modest compared to the more pivotal importance of the Donbas. The Donbas has long been Ukraine's industrial heartland, accounting for a substantial share of the country's mining, steel production, and manufacturing output. Control over the region is crucial for Ukraine's post-war reconstruction and long-term economic stability. This also applies to the land bridge connecting the Donbas and Crimea, which is not only vital for military logistics but also spans some of the most fertile agricultural land in Ukraine.

No way

The Kursk offensive also highlights the region's limited strategic value in potential negotiations. Assuming that Ukraine is able to retain this territory in the medium term, Kursk itself does not hold much weight in the broader dynamics of peace talks or territorial disputes. Unlike areas such as Donbas or Zaporizhzhia, which are rich in resources and crucial to both countries' long-term interests, Kursk is primarily an agricultural region with some logistical importance. These factors make it far less consequential in shaping the terms of any future settlement.

He should assume he ain't r-slur, the chances of him not being an r-slur is as good as Ukraine will hold it and being able to trade Kursk oblast territory.

The idea of using Kursk as a bargaining chip is complicated by the fact that its capture does not fundamentally alter the balance of power. Russia's priorities remain firmly fixed on consolidating control over the Donbas and other regions critical to its political objectives of establishing a buffer between itself and NATO. The loss of territory in Kursk does not pose a significant threat to Russia's war effort or its broader aims, especially since the Kremlin remains confident that it will be able to reclaim the lost territory in due course. This makes it easier for Moscow to dismiss Ukrainian gains in Kursk during negotiations, as the region and Kyiv's limited success lack the kind of leverage needed to force meaningful concessions.

No way.

The Kursk offensive also carries profound psychological and political implications, both within Ukraine and on the international stage. Domestically, the operations serve as a morale booster. The sight of Ukrainian forces advancing into Russian territory symbolizes defiance and resilience, offering a powerful counter-narrative to Russia's portrayal of dominance. For a population enduring the hardships of war, the incursions provide a sense of hope and vindication.

He basically saying Ukrainians are r-slurs that blindly believing they are advancing in Russia just no proofs for almost 10 days but just 3 cities lost

For Ukraine, the real question moving forward is whether the sacrifices made in Kursk will pay off in the end, or if the focus should shift back to defending the heart of the country. The Kursk offensive remains a powerful symbol of Ukraine's determination, but the true test will be how they navigate the difficult road ahead and whether Kyiv can turn these bold moves into lasting strategic gains.

Ukraine maybe lost over 60% territory in controlled in Kursk oblast it's about to turn it into lasting strategic gains

Those are the guys who were telling just wait during spring counteroffensive

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Many of you may already know about this case, but it is one that captured my imagination. This is the story of Belle Gibson and his she scams millions, grifted Apple, and possibly killed people. This aussie Sheila's life began in Launceston, Tasmania. Here, she proved to be a problem child and by the time she was 12 she ran away from home to live with a classmate. This living arrangement didn't last for long because she eventually moved in with a family friend. Rebellious, obstreperous, and stubborn, there was nothing her parents could do to set her on the straight path. She attended Wynnum State High School in Manly, Queensland, until dropping out in Year 10 (she would later claim she was homeschooled, but as you'll learn this should be taken with a grain of salt).

As Belle grew up she moved to different parts of Australia and eventually crossed paths with the skating scene. Here, she found a home with outsiders. But, as we all know, skateboards are bad boys and by 18 Belle fell pregnant. This would not spell the end of Belle's career and she decided to flex her entrepreneurial muscles by opening an app called The Whole Pantry. Now make no mistake, The Whole Pantry was widely successful. It made over $1 million in sales and she scored an exclusive deal with Apple. But what made this book so popular?

Health Complications

Well, Belle Gibson was no ordinary child. She was suffering from several serious, life-threatening ailments. She claimed to have malignant brain, blood, spleen, uterine, liver, and kidney cancers. Not long after, she claimed that the cancer had reached her liver and kidneys, and soon after she made the unfortunate announcement that her cancer had spread to her brain, blood, spleen, and uterus. Clearly, this was a dead woman walking. Doctors tried the best to help her, so much so that she momentarily died during heart surgery. Oh, she also had a stroke, just in case you were curious.

Despite the deck being stacked against her, Gibson survived and is now healthy as can be! How did she do it? Well, she gave the middle finger to conventional treatment methods and decided to attempt to try alternate methods to cure herself. One of the methods she recommended to her fans is Gerson Therapy. In case you're unaware, Gerson Therapy involves coffee enemas and a highly restricted plant-based diet. Of course, none of this is supported by science.

Belle Gibson the Philanthropist

With all the money Gibson was raking in, it only stood to reason that she would donate it to those in need. After all, she understood what it meant to feel desperate. Hence, she promised to donate a percentage of her book's proceeds to charity. At this point, Gibson may seem like a good person, but things are about to change.

Legal Consequences

So there are almost too many lies to uncover. Let's start from the top. She was not homeschooled. Around the time The Whole Pantry was released, the public started investigated her and found that she went by many aliases. Belle defended herself by stating that her mother changed her name five times. Hmmm.... It was also found that was three years younger than she claimed to be. A journ*list questions her about it and the results are hilarious.

Legal Consequences

After investigation, it was found that she had not donated the money that she promised to. In 2017, Gibson was fined Gibson was fined $410,000 which she did not pay. To this day, she has not paid this debt. Don't feel sorry for her, she is frequently seen on expensive vacations, indicating she has plenty of money to blow.

Of course, there were legal consequences as well. Apple pulled The Whole Pantry from the shelves. Furthermore, Penguin was forced to pay A$30,000 to the Victorian Consumer Law Fund as a penalty for failing to validate the factual content of the book.

Lastly, it is worth considering how many lives she took. People with cancer are desperate to live. They'll take anything that gives them hope. Belle Gibson gave them that hope, and then led them down a path that would surely lead to their death. That makes her an evil frick.

Here's the whole interview, it's hilarious. She's a pathological liar.

Obviously neurodivergent man spends large amount of money on nippon cardboard to try to get his girlfriend to play the game with him. She wanted makeup instead and now hates him.

Redditors advise he is worse than hitler.

He's a selfish dumb butt and is gaslamping you. He must be addicted to these cards.