Retired Navy SEAL Jocko Willink is receiving attention and praise for a strongly worded message to President Vladimir Putin regarding the invasion of Ukraine. In the message, Willink writes a message as if I were President right now; he extends an olive branch and threatens severe non-compliance consequences.
Willink is a patriot, author, podcaster, and motivational speaker. RTM previously profiled his passionate presentation of Patrick Henry’s “Give Me Liberty or Give Me Death” speech on Instagram.
Willink declares that Putin has made a grave error in deciding to invade Ukraine: “You underestimated the capability and the fighting spirit of the brave Ukrainian people.”
Willink then warns: “Don’t repeat the mistakes…you made in invading Afghanistan and…Chechnya.”
Noting that his perspective is shared by many, he states: “You misjudged the international community, who has universally condemned your actions. You have been cut off financially…your supply chain has been severed…you stand alone…you will receive no support.”
Pointing to the surprising level of resistance Ukrainians are offering, and the gloomy prospect of an extended war of attrition, Willink warned: “This will be a war of attrition against the best-supplied force of freedom fighters in the world.”
Offering words of praise and an honorable way out, Willink noted: “I don’t want war….I don’t want to see our once great ally, the Russian people, consumed by the devastation of war…”
“So, I solemnly request that you immediately correct your mistake…withdraw troops in the next 48 hours. I will personally see to it that there are no further ramifications against your country. I will negotiate a peaceful agreement with Ukraine that addresses your concerns and will help efforts to rebuild your infrastructure and economy.”
Willink adds: “This is a generous offer to your nation,” while reminding Putin that Russia and America “fought side by side” in WWII.
Willink leads with a carrot but ends with the threat of a stick. He vows:
“If you do not comply, there will be consequences…Twelve hours ago I gave an order sending three aircraft carrier battle groups to the vicinity. I also ordered the deployment of 50K soldiers to support NATO allies…weapons…material, medical support…special ops,” [and more].
Willink warns: “The United States of America will bring the full spectrum of lethal warfare to the battlefield. With our assets…and the undaunted Ukrainian people on the ground…we will prevail. Your aircraft, missile launchers, tanks, and naval vessels will be destroyed.”
Willink concludes his message by again extending an olive branch:
“We don’t want war. We want peace…for Ukraine, for Russia, for Europe, and for the world…”Let’s move forward together in a positive way… the choice is yours. I am standing by for your reply.”
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The post resonates with many who are looking for strong and decisive leadership.
A few responses to Willink’s presentation follow:
galvaobjj commented: “That’s how Joe Biden should address the message to Putin.”
sethtrokey wrote: “PLEASE RUN FOR PRESIDENT!!!”
iamjuliusabner commented: “The type of leader we need 👏🏾👏🏾”
whosgeno gave a one-word assessment: “Legendary.”
Lieutenant Commander Willink commanded a SEAL team in Iraq and received the Silver Star and Bronze Star Medals for his service.
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