24th February 2022 - Ukraine's Invasion.

Another dark chapter to add in World's History Book. Russia invaded Ukraine on 24th February early morning. As the world has been already shaken by pandemic and ongoing wars, this is another sad event going on with its consequences.

https://www.bbc.com/news/live/world-europe-60517447

source: BBC

Thoughts and prayers for Ukrainians and all the countries around the world who are suffering from oppression.

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Well I am not an expert in geo-politics so I may be wrong.

But as much I understand Russia has been a long time ally for India and have supported us when the West put lot of Trade curbs and sanctions.

Again not an expert would love to read other people's view on the same.

Back in 1994, Ukraine relinquished its nuclear weapons "thanks" to tremendous efforts and political pressure by US, UK and, get this, Russia! In return, among other assurances titled the Budapest Memorandum on Security Assurances, these countries agreed to "protect" Ukraine in the event of a future attack on the nation’s sovereignty. Bill_I_did_not_have_sexual_relations_with_that_woman_Clinton even claimed a diplomatic victory😊 What's the likelihood of Russia invading Ukraine if Ukraine had not given up its nukes? Would those nukes have served as a deterrent to a Russian invasion today? All rhetorical questions whose answers are probably too apparent!

The protection assurances turned into "sanctions" when Russia seized control of Crimea. This was in 2014 under Obama administration.

At least European Union's reliance on Russia's energy wouldn't have been as bad had democrats in US not restricted drilling and exploration of natural gas, opposed projects like Keystone XL Pipeline, killed power plants based on coal, and in general demonized fossil fuel industry.

All actions have consequences. You can't easily stand up to a nation which is/was a superpower and on whom you are dependent for your energy consumption. And, after the disastrous Afghanistan withdrawal, I doubt Putin or Xi take US and its allies' "warnings" seriously!

We can wait for the other shoe to drop when China decides to deploy its "peacekeeping" troops to Taiwan.

Originally posted by: K.Universe.

Back in 1994, Ukraine relinquished its nuclear weapons "thanks" to tremendous efforts and political pressure by US, UK and, get this, Russia! In return, among other assurances titled the Budapest Memorandum on Security Assurances, these countries agreed to "protect" Ukraine in the event of a future attack on the nation’s sovereignty. Bill_I_did_not_have_sexual_relations_with_that_woman_Clinton even claimed a diplomatic victory😊 What's the likelihood of Russia invading Ukraine if Ukraine had not given up its nukes? Would those nukes have served as a deterrent to a Russian invasion today? All rhetorical questions whose answers are probably too apparent!

The protection assurances turned into "sanctions" when Russia seized control of Crimea. This was in 2014 under Obama administration.

At least European Union's reliance on Russia's energy wouldn't have been as bad had democrats in US not restricted drilling and exploration of natural gas, opposed projects like Keystone XL Pipeline, killed power plants based on coal, and in general demonized fossil fuel industry.

All actions have consequences. You can't easily stand up to a nation which is/was a superpower and on whom you are dependent for your energy consumption. And, after the disastrous Afghanistan withdrawal, I doubt Putin or Xi take US and its allies' "warnings" seriously!

We can wait for the other shoe to drop when China decides to deploy its "peacekeeping" troops to Taiwan.

one of those rare good posts from you. :)

long time no see bud. Must be out observing the universe :)

Originally posted by: BirdieNumNum

one of those rare good posts from you. :)

HAHA! OUCH!!

(Wanted to give a "Like" as well as a HAHA to your post but IF forced me to choose only one)

Originally posted by: BirdieNumNum

long time no see bud. Must be out observing the universe :)

Likewise sir! Yes, observing the universe but bored as hell. It's too repetitive to my taste.

What's up with DM? It's like stepping into a post apocalyptic world.

Originally posted by: K.Universe.

HAHA! OUCH!!

(Wanted to give a "Like" as well as a HAHA to your post but IF forced me to choose only one)

Likewise sir! Yes, observing the universe but bored as hell. It's too repetitive to my taste.

What's up with DM? It's like stepping into a post apocalyptic world.

Originally posted by: BirdieNumNum

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