Russian invasion of Ukraine

[domalino]

I respect the opinion, I'm not sure I want to test it though.

A 30 year old Nuclear Device will still do a lot of damage IMHO.

The main issue is Putin (until he's dead) - repeatedly saying the USSR failing was the worst thing that ever happened to the World

Yes obviously it’s not a bluff you’re ever going to call but so far Russia’s military hardware has looked decrepit.

 

[meltonblue]

Putin is laughing at all of us. We've voted in weak willed clowns to govern us and, coupled with everyone turning into wet fanny wipes over covid, we've created a perfect storm where Russia can do what the fuck they want without fear of consequence or retribution.

This is what happens when you fixate on wokism, inclusivity, diversity and social justice. Light your candles, unfurl your banners, march down the street, tearfully applaud Footballers.










Putin doesn't give a fuck.

He might have thought that, he’s definitely not thinking that now. We allowed it to happen by allowing Putin and particular friends in the west to set the narrative that any of the things you mention were enough to cause proper division in our society and our ideals enough for him to attempt what he has. The reaction, both from the world in general but more so from Ukraine, has shown how wrong that was.

People with your opinion are the ones that Putin has influenced and wanted to create and you seemingly don’t even realise it.

 

[cleavers]

From Russia or Ukraine?

Russia.

 

[bluesteel]

There would be execution's in Moscow before it ever got to that stage.

I made the assumption the 50+ subs they’ve got are already deployed when I read the below.

“For those who may be tempted to intervene in ongoing events. Whoever tries to hinder us, and even more so to create threats for our country, for our people, should know that Russia’s response will be immediate and will lead you to such consequences that you have never experienced in your history. We are ready for any development of events. All necessary decisions in this regard have been made. I hope that I will be heard,”

But I fucking hope you’re right.

 

[Deleted member 77198]

Russian banks removed from SWIFT

I thought this might not happen but good to see they’ve come to that decision.

 

[hello]

I thought this might not happen but good to see they’ve come to that decision.

Tbf to the eu the additional measures to restrict Ruskie central bank actively are probably worth the 36-48 delay in the grand scheme of thing in terms of impact

 

[BringBackSwales]

I thought this might not happen but good to see they’ve come to that decision.

They haven’t mate. They have said “selected Russian banks” which means many will be able to carry on, presumably those that are most important to trading with Germany will carry on. I understand why we can’t cause WW3 over the invasion of a non NATO country, but to not have a ban on all Russian banks is disgusting. Euros are seemingly more important than Ukrainian lives

 

[BlueHammer85]

Putin is laughing at all of us. We've voted in weak willed clowns to govern us and, coupled with everyone turning into wet fanny wipes over covid, we've created a perfect storm where Russia can do what the fuck they want without fear of consequence or retribution.

This is what happens when you fixate on wokism, inclusivity, diversity and social justice. Light your candles, unfurl your banners, march down the street, tearfully applaud Footballers.


Putin doesn't give a fuck.

No. That’s a pathetic argument.
having a pop at people that want a nicer fairer society and giving subtle praise to a monster like Putin.

fuck you.

 

[BringBackSwales]

Russian banks removed from SWIFT

No they haven’t, the message was ‘selected’ Russian banks, they haven’t said which yet. Weak as fuck

 

[bluethrunthru]

I thought this might not happen but good to see they’ve come to that decision.

Its funny how something we were told is impossible only a few hours ago has happened - magic money trees seem to be abundant if they look hard enough