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[Politics] Russia invades Ukraine (24/02/2022)









raymondo

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I may be clutching at a straw, or quite possibly a nettle, but Trump did say something like... 'when he wants peace he can come back.'
No...I don't suddenly trust him either. Maybe it means he still wants the mineral deal 🤔
 


raymondo

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Apr 26, 2017
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I don't think he'll get any security guarantee from Trump, Trump said as much.
Just accept it's the presence of US companies and contractors that may deter Putin from further attacks deeper into Ukraine ( this is Trump's implication IIUC, it's not a guarantee).
I'm pretty sure Zelenskiy won't get any guarantees from Europe either.
He has to make the choice IMO: sign the minerals memorandum and see how it works out, or don't sign it and risk Trump stopping sanctions on Russia.

Feel free to modify or correct this idea - it's hard to think clearly at the mo 🤪
BBC News - https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/live/cn5220x56pqt
Trump-Zelensky meeting: I want the US to stand more firmly on our side, says Zelensky after Trump showdown - latest - BBC News
 


raymondo

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Apr 26, 2017
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Quite a well articulated view on yesterdays fiasco


Yes, I agree easily with most of that.
The bit I don't remember is Dr Fred said Zelenskiy asked for more money and aid, in front of the cameras? Did he 🤔 I'm afraid I don't have the energy to watch it again.

Also, the suit vs combat sweater thing (and I'm SURE) that question was planted)...I don't think Dr Fred made a judgement on it.
Zelenskiy could have worn a suit, thus eliminating that possible issue. But also,Trump could have shown empathy (😂😂😂😂😂😂)by dismissing the question.
 




Eric the meek

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Aug 24, 2020
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I may be clutching at a straw, or quite possibly a nettle, but Trump did say something like... 'when he wants peace he can come back.'
No...I don't suddenly trust him either. Maybe it means he still wants the mineral deal 🤔
Yes I saw that. He left the door ajar for Zelensky to come back, but cut the aid to Ukraine to twist his arm.
 


peterward

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Nov 11, 2009
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Yes, I agree easily with most of that.
The bit I don't remember is Dr Fred said Zelenskiy asked for more money and aid, in front of the cameras? Did he 🤔 I'm afraid I don't have the energy to watch it again.

Also, the suit vs combat sweater thing (and I'm SURE) that question was planted)...I don't think Dr Fred made a judgement on it.
Zelenskiy could have worn a suit, thus eliminating that possible issue. But also,Trump could have shown empathy (😂😂😂😂😂😂)by dismissing the question.
Alastair campbell and Rory stewart said on "the rest is politics" Trump winked at the journo who posed the clothes question and it was the same journo who asked a controversial question as the Macron interview. So obviously a plant.

From Ukraine, sad but true.....

 


raymondo

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Apr 26, 2017
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Alastair campbell and Rory stewart said on "the rest is politics" Trump winked at the journo who posed the clothes question and it was the same journo who asked a controversial question as the Macron interview. So obviously a plant.

From Ukraine, sad but true.....


Thankyou...more necessary reading, if not the most pleasant.
Ta for the confirmation about the planted question 👍🏼👍
 




SouthSaxon

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Yes, I agree easily with most of that.
The bit I don't remember is Dr Fred said Zelenskiy asked for more money and aid, in front of the cameras? Did he 🤔 I'm afraid I don't have the energy to watch it again.

Also, the suit vs combat sweater thing (and I'm SURE) that question was planted)...I don't think Dr Fred made a judgement on it.
Zelenskiy could have worn a suit, thus eliminating that possible issue. But also,Trump could have shown empathy (😂😂😂😂😂😂)by dismissing the question.
That’s still on the Americans. Saying that you don’t negotiate in front of the media is obvious, but these events are now choreographed to give Trump the attention he’s so desperate for. That creates opportunity for last night to happen. It’s possibly malicious, with reporters picked to ask deliberately insulting questions. It’s definitely incompetent management.

For example, it’s notable that when Starmer visited Biden in September, cameras were only allowed to record the pre-planned opening remarks (Biden is clearly reading them). Then the media leaves the room and their questions go unanswered. See video clips on this feed:

 




Nobby

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Sep 29, 2007
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Rutte now saying that Zelensky needs to eat humble pie
God what a feckin mess!! 😨😨
Petition to stop the Trump visit here now at 95,000.
Maybe we need to get some more “Trump is a ****” signs printed

The King meeting Zelensky tomorrow.

Well done Charlie son - hope Trump is watching all this but he’s probably playing golf

Moronic tosser
 




dejavuatbtn

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Aug 4, 2010
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Rutte now saying that Zelensky needs to eat humble pie
God what a feckin mess!! 😨😨
Petition to stop the Trump visit here now at 95,000.
Maybe we need to get some more “Trump is a ****” signs printed

The King meeting Zelensky tomorrow.

Well done Charlie son - hope Trump is watching all this but he’s probably playing golf

Moronic tosser
Excellent opportunities for lots of T shirt companies
 


vegster

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May 5, 2008
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As well as meeting Starmer tomorrow, Zelensky is also going to meet King Charles. Trump will absolutely hate that. Well done King Charles.
I hope they release plenty of footage of His Maj meeting Zelensky.
 


Springal

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Is it just me that thinks Starmer pre-empted what would happen. Gave Trump the letter from the King, knowing what would happen yesterday and has gone one better by getting Zelensky a meeting tomorrow
 




vegster

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May 5, 2008
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Rutte now saying that Zelensky needs to eat humble pie
God what a feckin mess!! 😨😨
Petition to stop the Trump visit here now at 95,000.
Maybe we need to get some more “Trump is a ****” signs printed

The King meeting Zelensky tomorrow.

Well done Charlie son - hope Trump is watching all this but he’s probably playing golf

Moronic tosser
Do you have a link to that Stop The Trump visit ? looked at the UK Petitions website and In can't find it..... It's my moral duty to try to stop King Charles having that piece of shit on his rug
 


JamesAndTheGiantHead

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Fungus

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