The bird is cool - not sure if that was planned or not, but still add a nice touch. I'm also kind-of wondering if snipers hand-hold very often, or if they're more like low-light photographers, and use a tripod or other way to support the rifle. The shot has a bit of ghosting outline around the dark areas. Ont the plus side - great sky; the "barbed wire" behind the sniper, the bird, and the overall mood of the shot.
Now this, is outstanding.
Great execution, point of view and composition. I like the detailed elements that tie the image together and the sky really adds some drama to this image. Great job!
good location, good exposure, guessing HDR as I can see a bit of haloing around anything dark. The bird in flight adds to this image. I think I'd like to see the hard edge of the head instead of a hood.