In an instant, the episode exploded into a diplomatic incident. The docking of the Lady R illustrates #SouthAfricas – and the continent’s – contentious positioning on #russias invasion of #ukraine
This follows comments made by Zelenskyy in 2023 that the army needed 500,000 more men and pressure from the West to lower #Ukraines age of conscription.
@SocraticEthics I just don't understand why the worlds 2nd most powerful military really needed anyone's help. And, what exactly did #russias allies do to help, apart from offering sympathy and best wishes?