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RUSSIAN Oil & Gas Revenue Falls 55% & Economy Posts More Losses as Sanctions Crush Russian Economy
Youtube.com ^ | 3-2-2024 7:00 a.m. EST | Joe Blogs

Posted on 03/02/2024 5:15:43 PM PST by UMCRevMom@aol.com

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To: wildcard_redneck
"I am sure that China gives the Russians all that they need. We should have made Russia and ally against China by Kissinger the vampire wanted to grow China’s power"

The cheap oil China is getting is helping them ChiComs to hollow out our industries. You might want to talk to your hero Biden about that.

41 posted on 03/02/2024 6:53:33 PM PST by wildcard_redneck (He who sacrifices freedom for security deserves neither.)
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To: AdmSmith; Alter Kaker; Apparatchik; AZJeep; babble-on; BeauBo; bert; blitz128; buwaya; ...

VIDEO SUMMATION COMMENTARY

01 Mar: Four Unfazed Ukrainian Soldiers DISMANTLE A HUGE RUSSIAN ASSAULT UNIT | War in Ukraine
Reporting from Ukraine
473K subscribers
3-1-2024 9:00 p.m. EST
6:09 Minutes
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=PXSvvosPLII

⚠️ Watch RFU in 20 languages: https://www.youtube.com/@RFU/channels

I am Ukrainian. My country has been invaded by Russia. In this video, I will tell you what happened on the seven-hundred-thirty-seven day of the war.

Day 737: Mar 01

Today, there are a lot of updates from the Orikhiv direction.

Here, Russian forces decided to conduct a sudden offensive operation right after the recent capture of Avdiivka, and according to the latest updates, the intensity of attacks here remains very high. The main idea behind the sudden offensive was to catch Ukrainian forces off guard because they. They expected Ukrainians to relocate a portion of their garrison from this direction to Avdiivka to stabilize the front line.

The most intense clashes are taking place in and around Robotyne. Russian forces opened two vectors of attack and are assaulting Ukrainian positions on the outskirts of Robotyne from the south and the southwest. These are also the most fortified areas around the village because Ukrainians are in control of extensive trench networks, and even though these fortifications incurred notable damage during almost nine months of fighting in the area, they still serve as formidable obstacles.

Last time, we saw how these obstacles helped repel a series of major mechanized attacks, where Russians used up to 30 tanks and, armored vehicles, and hundreds of soldiers. The destroyed units were scattered throughout the region, with the survivors even reaching the first houses in the village in an attempt to seek shelter. This is important because even though the isolated remnants of the Russian forces, who were also virtually with no ammo, were quickly captured by Ukrainians, Russian media sources presented it as a victory.

Such premature declarations of victory guarantee that the Russian commanders will order to conduct another wave of attack as soon as possible to catch up with the narrative. Otherwise, if they fail to catch up with the narrative and the media sources have to roll back and say that Russians actually lost the newly captured positions, it will throw shade on the Russian commanders. That is why Russian forces launched a new wave of attacks.

The next major attack came from the south, and based on the geolocated combat footage, Russian forces used multiple armored fighting vehicles that were carrying several dozens of soldiers. The armored fighting vehicles were actively suppressing Ukrainian fire while trying to get as deep into the village as possible to deploy the infantry near more intact houses than on the outskirts.

The analysts concluded that such a coordinated Russian attack took Ukrainians by surprise, which is why they did not manage to stop Russians as usual on the approaches and had to engage in urban fighting. Russian sources reported that Russian infantry assumed their positions in the local school and continued trying to develop their attack further. Despite the heavy pressure from the Russian infantry, whose attacks were supported by constant artillery fire, Ukrainian forces managed to retain control over the northern half of the village and break the Russian momentum.

Once the momentum was stopped, Ukrainians started conducting counterattacks to reestablish control over the southern part of the village. Even though Russian sources claimed that the attack was successful, referring to the footage of the initial breakthrough, Ukrainian sources claimed that the Russian attack failed and posted videos showing destroyed equipment and personnel and also lone survivors who were seeking shelter.

To be fair, the Ukrainians barely managed to retain control over their positions.

The Russian commanders, who were observing the battle from drones, understood that this attack significantly undermined the Ukrainian defensive capabilities and started planning the night attack.

As it turned out, after Ukrainians evacuated the wounded, there were only four fighters left on the positions. They anticipated receiving reinforcements within hours, however, the Russian attack came much sooner.

As the insane footage of the night battle reveals, these four Ukrainian fighters accepted the battle against three armored fighting vehicles and twenty-four soldiers.

The Russian assault unit started incurring losses already on the approach, as one of their armored vehicles blew up on a mine. One of the four Ukrainian fighters immediately doubled the damage by hitting the second armored vehicle from an RPG. Only the third armored fighting vehicle managed to reach the planned destination and landed the infantry in front of the Ukrainian positions.

*** Select the 3 horizontal dots to view the Complete Transcript [Below video/ top right corner]


42 posted on 03/02/2024 6:59:16 PM PST by UMCRevMom@aol.com (Pray for God's intervention to stop Putin's invasion of Ukraine 🇺🇸 )
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To: UMCRevMom@aol.com; roving

>Maybe this will give explanation:

https://freerepublic.com/focus/f-chat/4221492/posts?page=32#32<

Hey mommy, thanks for sending roving to MY post.

DUH!


43 posted on 03/02/2024 7:04:57 PM PST by bimboeruption (“Less propaganda would be appreciated.” JimRob 12-2-2023)
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To: Extremely Extreme Extremist
--- "Baghdad Bob was more credible."

That the thread begins with Joe Blogs is interesting and revealing. He switched from being a two-bit vlogger into an oft-read chappy based on simple re-focusing towards consistent prophecy of doom. A survey of his "work" shows how he re-fashioned himself into a money maker. This summary begins when he was "but a lad." Note the "views."

Joe Blogs as a You Tube channel started out with such as "Sign in 0:00 / 3:09 Loft Conversions - Top Tips to Save Time & Money - Everything to do Before You Start -Housing Market," Oct 7, 2020.

Source: 4,514 views

Then months later, "House Renovation Design - Interior Tour - LOFT CONVERSION & ENSUITE - Tips & Ideas - Part 3 of 4," Apr 17, 2021.

Source: 1,061 views

Then a favorite -- "My First Youtube Paycheck: How Much I Made with 1,000 Subscribers + How Long to Reach Monetization," Jul 13, 2021

Source: 1,560 views

And later.... "SQUEAKEE THE BALLOON DOG - 100% Honest Review - Unboxing, Review & Demonstration - Worth the Money?", Oct 19, 2021.

Source: 253 views

Then he twigs on war commentary, "RUSSIA - PORT CLOSURES FOR RUSSIANS Will Cause Energy Prices to Soar & Trigger GLOBAL RECESSION," Mar 3, 2022.

Source: 49,965 views

Pretty soon "Calamity" is the constant theme. "RUSSIA - GLOBAL FOOD CRISIS 180 Million Could Die. Global Price Rises & Shortages a CATASTROPHE," June 4, 2022.

Source: 81,601 views

Soon, "RUSSIA LOSING THE WAR, A BATTALION Every Day & Forced to RETREAT. What Does President Putin Do Now?" Sep 16, 2022

Source: 249,623 views

Now we're steamrollin' --- "USA in Crisis as Debt Hits $31 Trillion Ceiling, Cash Runs Out & DEBT DEFAULT Looms," Jan 15, 2023,

Source: 191,543 views

But then a copyright infringement strike --- omigosh -- "Another YouTube Copyright Strike! I Need Your Help! + Joe Blogs Livestream Event!" Apr 25, 2023

Source: 53,765 views

Repeat videos over months on the theme: "RUSSIAN Income Collapses as Oil Production Cuts Hurt Russian Economy despite rise in Oil Prices," Sep 14, 2023

Source: 260,027 views

And more collapse, "RUSSIAN Ruble Collapse Panic Continues - Russia Increases CAPITAL CONTROLS on Sale of Western Assets," Nov 4, 2023

Source: 190,090 views

In the beginning of this year: "RUSSIAN Oil Exports to India Collapsing due to Currency Problems, Pricing Issues & Sanctions," Jan 4, 2024

Source: 229,485 views

Only days ago, "RUSSIAN Economy Devastated by 2 Years of Ukraine War as Costs & Sanctions Inflict Long Term Damage," Feb 24, 2024

Source: 152,039 views

So from handyman to financial consultant to Russia bad news purveyor, his wee business has grown nicely, and YouTube's AdSense is rewarding him.

Here's additional documentation of his YouTube presence: Joe Blogs

He had a big spike about March of 2023, and has been going along since then, as the graph in Social Blade shows. It's about money. Bad news sells. He's selling.

It is hoped that we will buy.... Clicks. Donate. Ka-Ching.

44 posted on 03/02/2024 7:11:56 PM PST by Worldtraveler once upon a time (Degrow government)
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To: roving

This may give insight:

Interesting comment from Kristalina Georgieva, managing director of the IMF:

https://freerepublic.com/focus/f-chat/4221492/posts?page=29#29


45 posted on 03/02/2024 7:17:46 PM PST by UMCRevMom@aol.com (Pray for God's intervention to stop Putin's invasion of Ukraine 🇺🇸 )
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To: bimboeruption
--- "Hey mommy...."

One observes that yet again RFU ⚠️ is slipped into another thread, to promote this monetized channel.

As a reminder, RFU "reports" from the United States according to YouTube and Social Blade, and merchandises through "uasupporter.com" which re-directs to "goldenheart.store" with support from a Chinese company at 29 Austin Road, Unit 1102, 11/F, Tsim Sha Tsui, Kowloon Hong Kong SAR'

Source: "support@uasupporter.com"

And nicely profitable: Source: Reporting from Ukraine, a US-resident YouTube channel

It's all about money. Money. Money. Money, Click, Donate, Support. Buy my 'merch.' Ka-Ching!

46 posted on 03/02/2024 7:23:19 PM PST by Worldtraveler once upon a time (Degrow government)
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To: UMCRevMom@aol.com
>I am Ukrainian. My country has been invaded by Russia.<

I am an American. My country is being invaded by barbaric enemies from Third World countries who pour in through our unsecured borders.

Making sure these illegals have money, housing, food, healthcare, educations, clothing, etc., is more important to my government than helping my Brother Vets and me, as is securing Ukraine's border and funding their corrupt government.

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47 posted on 03/02/2024 7:24:39 PM PST by bimboeruption (“Less propaganda would be appreciated.” JimRob 12-2-2023)
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To: Worldtraveler once upon a time
Correcting the link: Reporting from Ukraine, a US-resident YouTube channel
48 posted on 03/02/2024 7:25:29 PM PST by Worldtraveler once upon a time (Degrow government)
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To: wildcard_redneck

The proximate cause of Russia’s troubles is Putin’s aggression against and invasion of Ukraine, which stems from his absurd desire to reconstitute the Soviet Union and make the former Warsaw Pact allies subordinate to Russian interests.


49 posted on 03/02/2024 7:33:42 PM PST by Rockingham (`)
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To: Rockingham

“The proximate cause of Russia’s troubles is Putin’s aggression against and invasion of Ukraine, which stems from his absurd desire to reconstitute the Soviet Union and make the former Warsaw Pact allies subordinate to Russian interests.”

Total agreement.
Thank you for your comment.


50 posted on 03/02/2024 7:38:55 PM PST by UMCRevMom@aol.com (Pray for God's intervention to stop Putin's invasion of Ukraine 🇺🇸 )
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To: Worldtraveler once upon a time

> And later.... “SQUEAKEE THE BALLOON DOG - 100% Honest Review - Unboxing, Review & Demonstration - Worth the Money?”, Oct 19, 2021.

Source: 253 views

Then he twigs on war commentary, “RUSSIA - PORT CLOSURES FOR RUSSIANS Will Cause Energy Prices to Soar & Trigger GLOBAL RECESSION,” Mar 3, 2022.

Source: 49,965 views<

Russia - Port Closures got nearly 200 times more views Squeakee the Balloon Dog!

Who’d a thunk it?

Joe Blogs is a shrewd businessman.


51 posted on 03/02/2024 7:39:07 PM PST by bimboeruption (“Less propaganda would be appreciated.” JimRob 12-2-2023)
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To: Rockingham

Says the man living in a predatory empire that has 750+ all around the world making the world safe for pedophiles.


52 posted on 03/02/2024 7:41:41 PM PST by wildcard_redneck (He who sacrifices freedom for security deserves neither.)
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To: Worldtraveler once upon a time

>It’s all about money. Money. Money. Money, Click, Donate, Support. Buy my ‘merch.’ Ka-Ching!<

And you can bet the promoters get a cut of the action.


53 posted on 03/02/2024 7:48:14 PM PST by bimboeruption (“Less propaganda would be appreciated.” JimRob 12-2-2023)
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To: Rockingham

VIDEO SHORT

Ukrainian WW2 Vet Scolded Putin for the Started War Against Ukraine
https://www.youtube.com/shorts/mI5ki3aVC0w?feature=share


54 posted on 03/02/2024 7:49:14 PM PST by UMCRevMom@aol.com (Pray for God's intervention to stop Putin's invasion of Ukraine 🇺🇸 )
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To: UMCRevMom@aol.com
Looks like Russia is doing better than any western country, including the United States. They don't rely on oil revenue as much as they did, the rest of their growing economy is making up for the oil weakness. A lot of investment money is flowing in I hear because they know Russia won't steal it like the US and EU does.

.

IMF

55 posted on 03/02/2024 7:55:06 PM PST by Karl Spooner
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To: UMCRevMom@aol.com

>VIDEO SHORT

Ukrainian WW2 Vet Scolded Putin for the Started War Against Ukraine
https://www.youtube.com/shorts/mI5ki3aVC0w?feature=share<

It’s a crying shame that you care more about UKE Vets than you do American Vets. You know, the heroes who fought for your freedom to sit at your pc and post anti-American propaganda at your leisure.


56 posted on 03/02/2024 8:01:05 PM PST by bimboeruption (“Less propaganda would be appreciated.” JimRob 12-2-2023)
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To: EEGator

It’s akin to the madman argument.

https://fair.org/home/depicting-putin-as-madman-eliminates-need-for-diplomacy/

If you slap a label on someone, you no longer need to discuss the merits of their arguments.


57 posted on 03/02/2024 8:04:10 PM PST by Red6
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To: buwaya
GDP goes up in a war economy.

Thanks to NATO keeping this war going, Russia's economy will continue to grow!

Europe's economy will continue to be as stagnant as its been since the sanction war began and will continue to be until the war is over. Once it's over, most of Europe will happily go back to purchasing cheaper Russian and oil and gas. When that happens, Russia's economy will be better off than before the war began.

And, of course, Russia will also possess the most of productive part of what used to be Ukraine and that will further fuel the Russian economy once the war is over.

58 posted on 03/02/2024 8:04:18 PM PST by Kazan
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To: bimboeruption

It’s the lesbean agenda

Taking the country - world

Barrelless over the falls

Gog gay usa

MaGog gay nato - un - vatican

Rev 13


59 posted on 03/02/2024 8:06:07 PM PST by Firehath (Quackery - An irrelevant simplification / undetected Complex problem - attacking symptoms)
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To: Red6

Gotcha.

Completely switching the made up diagnosis should negate the purpose, to those paying some attention.

That same method is applied on here daily. Some aimed at Putin. Some aimed at anyone questioning Israel.

I don’t want US funds and equipment being given to Ukraine. Therefore I’m a Putin puffer or Communist.
Same goes for Israel, therefore I’m a Nazi.

Same simplistic behaviors. False dichotomies abound.
Misdirect, name call, hurl accusations...


60 posted on 03/02/2024 8:11:41 PM PST by EEGator
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