Joseph Place

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Joe is a political researcher, journalist, and writer based in Ukraine. His interests include internal Ukrainian politics, its international relations in CEE, the history of Ukraine, and understanding and challenging disinformation on social media and beyond.

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Joseph Place
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World
Russia Is Building Su-35 Fighter Jets for Iran—Secret Files Reveal the Numbers and Delivery Timeline
Russia is secretly building Su-35 fighter jets for Iran—and newly obtained documents prove it. This delivery could arm Tehran with up to 50 advanced aircraft by 2027, potentially reshaping regional security.
Nov 28, 2025 13:30
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Joseph Place
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War in Ukraine
How Putin’s War Rhetoric Has Changed As Russia Weakens: Then vs Now
It’s been over 1,300 days since Russian leader Vladimir Putin announced a “ special military operation ” in Ukraine with the goal to “take Kyiv in three days”—justifying it with claims of defending Russian speakers, protecting Russia from NATO , and historical grievances. What do Putin and other Russian officials say today?
Oct 27, 2025 15:00