Correct, and if you think about it, it's the perfect proxy war for the USA, it gives them the chance to give out major contracts, and push their own agenda across Europe, while not having any body bags coming back to upset the public.Good post. The US always likes a war at a time of recession.
I hate to say it, but I think the west will drip feed only enough military hardware to keep Ukrain in the fight. It suits NATO (the Americans mainly) to see Russia worn down both militarily and financially, and that requires a long war of attrician which will mean multi million dollar arms contracts. Which will benefit western economies during a time of recession.
(Ironically a recession partly caused by the same war) it's a fucked up world we live in.
Careful, you dont want to start agreeing with meWell I'll be damned, I agree with every word. Well except for the butchered spelling of 'attrition'
Careful, you dont want to start agreeing with me
Also, with Finland and Switzerland wanting to join NATO because of this war, you can bet part of their joining criteria will be that they have to order American arms to defend their borders. Honestly, ita a win win for America on every front.
They will arm Ukraine enough for it to drag out this war as long as possible whilst ensuring it won't tip the balance enough for Russia to lose ground.Correct, and if you think about it, it's the perfect proxy war for the USA, it gives them the chance to give out major contracts, and push their own agenda across Europe, while not having any body bags coming back to upset the public.
Trust me, this war ain't stopping any time soon.
Infact I wouldn't be surprised if it turns out the American CIA hadn't been feeding Putin false intelligence for months, goading him to launch the invasion.
Or that Lithuania's formation didn't get to include that region included.Lithuania is now annoying Putin over access to kalingrad . If Russia takes action against Lithuania, as it threatens to do, this will escalate the situation significantly.
I've always wondered why Russia was allowed to effectively keep much if what was East Prussia , after 1945. Does anyone know why ?
I've always wondered why Russia was allowed to effectively keep much if what was East Prussia , after 1945. Does anyone know why ?
So, India buying Russia’s oil and selling it on to the west at massive profits. Source: Wall Street Journal.
Opening up a second front would be an absolutely terrible idea. I can't imagine they'd even contemplate it...
... Which given Russia's military strategy so far means that's exactly what they'll do!
So, India buying Russia’s oil and selling it on to the west at massive profits. Source: Wall Street Journal.
What do you mean by " resources" ? Their resources are adequate enough to do untold damage to Ukraine. Medium and long range missiles, cluster bombs and air power is what they have used to destroy Ukraine territory so far. It's not about " fronts" as such because that necessitates millions of troops digging in. Unless WW3 breaks out Russia do not need a front because the west aren't committed.They barely have the resources to keep open one front for any extended period of time
Trying to buy off China and India still. Can't get the parts (particularly guidance) for their own as were bought from EU countries.And they are running out of some of those resources. Precision missiles for example.
The Ben Stiller meeting Zelensky thing was a bit weird, US consent manufacturing?
So, India buying Russia’s oil and selling it on to the west at massive profits. Source: Wall Street Journal.
Is that true ? If it is I wouldn't be too pleased if I were sheltering in a basement back in Ukraine.Zelensky rocking up at Glastonbury even stranger. Have utmost sympathy for the Ukrainian people but my gut feeling is that I don’t trust him
Zelensky rocking up at Glastonbury even stranger. Have utmost sympathy for the Ukrainian people but my gut feeling is that I don’t trust him
Relevant ? Was he wearing a flack jacket ?It was via video (unless I missed something).
Which is fair enough, it's important for him to keep the war relevant in the news and in people's minds.
What was he doing ?Yes, it's vital for him and for Ukraine that the war remains in the news and at the forefront of people's minds.
He wasn't discussing his favourite bands or regaling tales of popping pills at festivals if that's what you're thinking.
In a pre-taped message, Mr Zelensky asked for support during the ongoing Russian invasion.
"We will not let Russia's war stop us,"
"That is why we turn to you for support. I ask you to share this video with everyone whose freedom is under attack."
He asked festival-goes to "help Ukrainians who are forced to flee their homes" by putting "pressure on politicians" around the world.
"The more people who join us in defending freedom and the truth, the sooner Russia's war will end," he said.
As I say he was asking for support:
Is that true ? If it is I wouldn't be too pleased if I were sheltering in a basement back in Ukraine.
Oh I see.Yes, it's vital for him and for Ukraine that the war remains in the news and at the forefront of people's minds.
He wasn't discussing his favourite bands or regaling tales of popping pills at festivals if that's what you're thinking.
Oh I see. He went on stage and addressed the audience. He could have done that via satellite link.
If he was on someone's shoulders singing along to "Half a world away " in full combat gear that won't go down well back home.
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