Extended edition: Episode 4-5-23
Good morning, my friends!
Here’s today’s brief round-up of news and some daily motivation.
If you just happened to stumble by, here’s what I’m doing with The View from the Front extended edition.
My name is Stan R. Mitchell and I’m a prior Marine, journalist, and man who loves this country with all of my heart. I also like to focus on covering our military and looming hot spots, while also trying to unite the country as best I can.
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Russia and Ukraine news:Here’s an update on MiG figther jets from Poland.
Status-6 @Archer83AblePoland has already handed four MiG-29 fighter jets to Ukraine, the other four are in the process of delivery. Aside of that, Poland is ready to deliver six more MiG-29s, Polish President Duda said.Duda added that Poland will retain MiG-29s modernized to NATO standards. 
Status-6 @Archer83AbleUkrainian President Zelensky and Polish President Duda met in Warsaw today.Duda awarded the Ukrainian leader with the Order of the White Eagle - Poland's highest state decoration. https://t.co/bDabpyBsdv12:34 PM ∙ Apr 5, 202338Likes8RetweetsAnd here’s two views on the coming spring offensive in Ukraine.
The first thread is a “don’t-get-your-hopes up thread.”
You can read it at the link below.
MarkHertling @MarkHertlingLast night, I tweeted that I had been assessing & considering the challenges Ukraine's Army (UA) Commanders were facing in preparing for the “spring offensives. I said I'd share some thoughts on what I would be thinking if I were among them.This is that 🧵 1/4:00 PM ∙ Mar 30, 20234,332Likes671RetweetsAnd here’s the counter view, which is more optimistic and focuses on the mentality of those fighting.
