Viktor Sobolev
Viktor Sobolev is a retired lieutenant general and a member of the defense committee of the State Duma in Russia, who publicly defended the practice of using donkeys for supply transport on the front lines, citing historical precedents and logistical challenges faced by the military.
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Countries Mentioned
| Country | Mentions | Sentiment | Dominance | + Persistence | x Population | = Reach | x GDP (millions) | = Power |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Belarus | 1 | 5.00 | 0.08% | +10% | 9,449,323 | 7,971 | $60,000 | 51$ |
| Romania | 1 | 3.00 | 0.07% | +0% | 19,237,691 | 13,087 | $250,000 | 170$ |
| Serbia | 1 | 3.00 | 0.07% | +0% | 8,737,371 | 5,944 | $55,000 | 37$ |
| Totals | 3 | 37,424,385 | 27,002 | $365,000 | 258$ |
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Each country's color is based on "Mentions" from the table above.
Recent Mentions
Serbia:
Sobolev stated that the goal is to throw Ukrainian long-range weapons out of range.
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Romania:
Viktor Sobolev, a Russian deputy and retired general, stated that the ultimate goal of the war in Ukraine is the unification of Russia, Belarus, and Ukraine into a single state.
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Belarus:
Viktor Sobolev, a member of the State Duma, expressed his interpretation of the goals of the war between Russia and Ukraine.
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Serbia:
Sobolev reported that Surovikin is currently working as a military advisor in Africa.
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Latvia:
Viktor Sobolev announced that Surovikin is working as a military advisor in an African country.
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Romania:
Viktor Sobolev confirmed Serghei Surovikin's presence in Algeria as part of a Russian Defense Ministry delegation.
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Russia:
Viktor Sobolev commented on Sergey Surovikin's current status, suggesting he is working as a military advisor abroad.
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Russia:
Viktor Sobolev commented on Surovikin's current status, suggesting he is working as a military advisor abroad.
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Belarus:
Viktor Sobolev confirmed in February 2025 that Surovikin is in Africa serving as a military advisor.
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Russia:
Viktor Sobolev commented on Surovikin's whereabouts, suggesting he is working as a military advisor abroad.
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