In a symbolic display of triumph,
Russia is showcasing Western weapons and equipment seized by its
forces in Ukraine.
In Moscow, hundreds are lining up to catch a glimpse
of what is being called trophies of war.
This exhibition is becoming a humiliating spectacle for NATO countries
that have pumped Ukraine with their best military hardware in
a grueling proxy war against Russia.
The prized exhibits include the iconic Leopard and Abram's tanks.
There's also the Bradley Fighting Vehicle,
all of them once operated by the Ukrainian forces and
now fallen into Russian hands.
The purpose of the exhibition is to show that during
the Great Patriotic War,
that is World War 2 as well as now,
our warriors confront western military equipment and confidently defeated.
The tradition of the exhibition is quite ancient.
So.
When I look at this,
I admire the actions of our soldiers,
their bravery, their willpower. But I also stand weary and
fearful for their lives,
and I hope that all will keep safe.
While the exhibit has been a hit with visitors,
it is raising alarm bells within Western intelligence circles.
Over the past two years,
there have been several instances of Russian forces seizing smaller
shoulder fired weapons and equipment,
including Javelin Anti Tank and Stinger anti aircraft systems from
fleeing Ukrainian forces.
The captured weapons represent billions of dollars worth of NATO's
most advanced military hardware.
This whole, analysts fear, might be more than just a
propaganda tool.
Throughout history, nations have sought to gain an advantage by
studying and replicating captured enemy technology.
The Pentagon is now worried that Russia might exploit this
opportunity to dissect and analyze these weapons,
potentially gleaning valuable insights into their design and functionalities.
This knowledge could then be used to develop countermeasures or
even create their own versions of these advanced weapons.
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