M. K. Bhadrakumar contends that the message from the Johnson/Trump extended funding of the war on Russia is exactly that—that America intends to double down on its war on Russia. But the reality is somewhat different than a true doubledown: Ukraine: US doubles down, Russia is cool
There's a lot going on. I agree with TL that stealing Russian assets would be a massive error on the West's part. Freezing their assets and dollar reserve was already one of the greatest mistakes in post-WW2 history and gave vast impetus to the BRICS. Going the full Monty will seal the deal. As for ATACMS taking out the Crimean bridge, it may be a snazzy headline for a few days but it will have zero effect on the Russian economy or military effort: the Russians have been building up their land links as back-up.
Luongo also said it will be real interesting to see if Europe follows suit with the FX reserves, or if they're just waiting to pull the football away as we swing for it.
I wonder if the guy has any self awareness at all, thinking he can threaten China to stop siding with the Russians? He needs to get out more if he believes that any country in the world is still intimidated by the US, especially after the Ukraine and ME fiascos.
ATACMS missiles are already in Ukraine and were used in an attack on a Russian Airfield. Supposed 10 out of 13 were shot down, and the Russians had advance notice of the attack and moved their aircraft per the Duran.
The major use of this Ukraine fluffing seems to be paying for Weapons already sent to Ukraine, either from U.S. stockpiles, or directly from the manufacturer.
Thanks for this great report.
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There's a lot going on. I agree with TL that stealing Russian assets would be a massive error on the West's part. Freezing their assets and dollar reserve was already one of the greatest mistakes in post-WW2 history and gave vast impetus to the BRICS. Going the full Monty will seal the deal. As for ATACMS taking out the Crimean bridge, it may be a snazzy headline for a few days but it will have zero effect on the Russian economy or military effort: the Russians have been building up their land links as back-up.
Forrest Gump's mama used to say, "Stupid is, as stupid does."
Luongo also said it will be real interesting to see if Europe follows suit with the FX reserves, or if they're just waiting to pull the football away as we swing for it.
“Blinken going to threaten China” that’s rich.
I wonder if the guy has any self awareness at all, thinking he can threaten China to stop siding with the Russians? He needs to get out more if he believes that any country in the world is still intimidated by the US, especially after the Ukraine and ME fiascos.
ATACMS missiles are already in Ukraine and were used in an attack on a Russian Airfield. Supposed 10 out of 13 were shot down, and the Russians had advance notice of the attack and moved their aircraft per the Duran.
The major use of this Ukraine fluffing seems to be paying for Weapons already sent to Ukraine, either from U.S. stockpiles, or directly from the manufacturer.
Very interesting appraisal and updates. Thanks for doing all that slugging! I agree with you on most of your analysis and assessment!