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

[Eric the meek]

Landsbergis, perhaps the clearest voice amongst the allies.

Very good piece.

For me, point 8 is the crux:

'The "peace agreements" being floated would condemn millions of people to misery, occupation and fates worse than death.
Talk of "recovery" is hollow if Ukraine is left vulnerable, waiting for the next attack. Investments will not flow, refugees will not return'.

 

[raymondo]

Very good piece.

For me, point 8 is the crux:

'The "peace agreements" being floated would condemn millions of people to misery, occupation and fates worse than death.
Talk of "recovery" is hollow if Ukraine is left vulnerable, waiting for the next attack. Investments will not flow, refugees will not return'.

Yes, indeed, the whole piece is so strong and I hope a lot of people on this thread can find the 5 or 10 minutes to read it.
I'm thinking that it's a shame he isn't a leader in one of the large European/NATO countries, in the key meetings, influencing strategy fully.

 

[Eric the meek]

A glimpse into the future, beyond any peace agreement:

(Imagine this projected future, with the sanctions still in place).

 

[The Clamp]

A glimpse into the future, beyond any peace agreement:

(Imagine this projected future, with the sanctions still in place).

He also wanted people to inject bleach.

 

[Eric the meek]

He also wanted people to inject bleach.

Well yes, but back to the oil price, which is crucial to propping up Russia's economy next year.....

The article explains how Trump is seeking to increase US oil production. This would drive down the price of oil:

'Energy Intelligence projects that by May 2025, the price could reach $50 a barrel. This would hurt major oil exporters – Russia and Iran among them – as they won’t be able to sell their oil at relatively higher prices, as they did before. If you needed another explanation for the lukewarm reception of Trump’s victory in the Kremlin, this is a fairly good one – Russian elites are rightfully worried about what Trump’s presidency will do to their economy, already fragile because of the sanctions.'