Posted on 08/31/2014 4:31:13 AM PDT by goldstategop
President Putin has called for talks to discuss "statehood" for eastern Ukraine, Russian media report.
He said the issue needed to be discussed to ensure the interests of local people "are definitely upheld".
His comments came after the EU gave Russian a one-week ultimatum to reverse course in Ukraine or face sanctions.
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I think the existence of the Kurds stands as a strong repudiation of such a claim. Not only have they not turned on the U.S. since we've parted, right now they are the only ones actually putting up a fight against ISIS.
Not any more. Wake me up for Hungary, meanwhile I think I will take a nap.
The Russkies are working on Hungary, as they are supporting the Neo-Nazi party Jobbick and other forces within that country that are Pro-Moscow.
Russia has some demographic concerns, it should not be exaggerated but it seems possible.
http://www.asiantribune.com/index.php?q=node/211
As may Italy: http://www.economist.com/node/14313695
That is certainly a reputable source and writer, but a bit of a European socialist. However, the facts are clear, the Jobbik party invites anti-semites and has them among its leaders.
Growing number?
- nah, I don’t think so. Putins objectives of tearing apart Ukraine seem to be getting pretty clear for all to see.
Now, if he were to send troops into Syria and kill all of the rebels there, Americans would actually support that, I’m guessing. But I think the Russians are enjoying seeing the mess our government policymakers created in Syria.
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