Kyiv Post19 hours agoRussia’s Schools Are Training for WarYouTubeRussia’s education system is no longer just about patriotism — it’s about preparation for war. This video explains how the Kremlin uses schools, youth programs, and textbooks to push a militarized ideology. From mandatory flag-raising sessions to rewriting history and recruiting schoolchildren into military youth groups — the system has one goal: loyalty, obedience, and readiness to fight.
Kyiv Post1 day agoEx-Intel Officer Warns: Russia's Covert Operations Are EscalatingYouTubeMany suspect Russia harbors hostility toward the U.S. and its allies—but intelligence expert Dr. Fred Hoffman offers an even stronger warning: Russia is actively waging an intelligence war against the West. With over 30 years of experience in the U.S. intelligence community as a human intelligence (HUMINT) officer and military attaché operating in 28 countries, Hoffman brings unmatched insight into Moscow’s tactics. Fluent in German and proficient in Mandarin Chinese and Russian, and holding advanced degrees in Information Systems, Strategic Intelligence, and Asian Studies, he is uniquely positioned to dissect Russia's complex strategies. In this exclusive interview, Dr. Hoffman reveals how, far from scaling back under global scrutiny, Russia’s intelligence networks have dramatically intensified operations throughout Western countries. He describes how Russia leverages cyberattacks, misinformation campaigns, and extensive covert networks to undermine democratic institutions. Hoffman's expert analysis highlights the urgent need for Western nations to acknowledge this escalating threat and swiftly implement stronger counterintelligence measures—warning that delay could have profound and lasting consequences for global security. Dr. Fred Hoffman can be followed: X: @InfoAgeStrategy Dr. Jason Jay Smart can be followed: YouTube: @jasonjaysmart X: https://x.com/OfficeJJSmart Facebook: facebook.com/JasonJaySmart LinkedIn: /jasonjaysmart Web: JasonJaySmart.com #RussiaIntelligence #Espionage #CyberWarfare #Disinformation #NationalSecurity #RussiaUkraineWar #Geopolitics #MilitaryAnalysis #GlobalSecurity #Counterintelligence #Ukraine #Russia #UkraineWar #RussianSpies #RussianIntelligence #CIA #Pentagon #UkraineWarUpdate #UkraineDailyNews #UkraineDailyWarUpdate
Kyiv Post2 days agoWhy Russia’s Military Collapse is Closer Than You ThinkYouTubeRussia insists it's winning—but the facts tell a different story. Its military is stuck in chaos, facing huge losses with zero strategic progress. Even if the war stretches on, evidence shows Russia is heading toward a defeat it won't recover from. Here's why. Chuck Pfarrer, a seasoned military analyst and Kyiv Post Special Correspondent, offers a critical assessment of this pivotal moment in the conflict through his conversation with colleague Jason Smart, a political scientist specializing in Russia. Drawing from extensive experience advising U.S. national security agencies, Pfarrer sharply analyzes Russia’s weakening strategic position and highlights key military developments. A former U.S. Navy officer, Pfarrer has served as a military and counterterrorism contractor, contributed opinion articles to The New York Times, and provided expert analysis for CNN, ABC, MSNBC, Fox, CSPAN, and NPR. His deep expertise in gray zone warfare and counter-WMD operations positions him as a foremost authority on the Ukraine conflict. Chuck Pfarrer can be followed: X: https://x.com/ChuckPfarrer Dr. Jason Jay Smart can be followed: YouTube: @jasonjaysmart X: https://x.com/OfficeJJSmart Facebook: facebook.com/JasonJaySmart LinkedIn: /jasonjaysmart Web: JasonJaySmart.com
Kyiv Post5 days agoSummary of the Week | April 19, 2025 — Deadly Missile Strike, POWs Speak Out, China AccusedYouTubeFrom deadly missile strikes to diplomatic shifts — here’s your complete summary of the week in Ukraine, as of April 19, 2025. - Deadly attack on Palm Sunday in Sumy - Ukraine strikes back at Russian missile brigade - Chinese POWs reveal shocking Wagner abuse - US lowers Ukraine repayment demand to $100B - Memo of intent signed for mineral cooperation - Kremlin threatens Danish drone instructors - Zelensky accuses China of arming Russia
Kyiv Post6 days agoThe moment Russia dropped a thermobaric aerial bomb on a residential high-rise in KupianskYouTube