Hit and run.

Hardly that Captain. Isn't the Captain supposed to be the last one off the ship. But it's another trope. Not when the captain considers himself more important than the population or troops commanded. Instead is a cheerleader for more funding.

I think this conflict has had far more CGI for much longer.

I question any visitation going into an active combat zone. It hasn't since the middle ages where Kings went to war leading their armies, otherwise in modern times nations under direct attack. Generally in modern times it is absolutely irresponsible. Because we've elected a command structure. It as citizens casting ballots should provide us with security much more than pathetic narratives. Yes diplomacy is called for but not at the risks to compromising our elected.

Did these trips even occur. CGI is a remarkable thing today.

But it seems they've just been cancelled. How do you visit Kiev, if Kiev is dust? Or at least any supposed buildings hosting such narratives?

No it's not a warcrime. If he raised those stakes.

Who knows. But it's remarkable.