Reminds me of the story about a group of Jewish concentration camp prisoners who had committed some trifling infraction of the camp rules, and who were scheduled to be summarily shot - to "make an example" of them.
As they were being led to the place of execution, one of the Jews repeatedly began praying audibly. Each time, one of the guards leading them to the place of execution would brutally strike him with the butt of his rifle, but the Jew would simply get back on to his feet and resuming praying.
Finally, one of his fellow Jews turned to him and whispered, "Hey, stop doing that! You're gonna get us all into trouble!"
I've read various versions of this story; it isn't necessarily meant to be literally true.
But it illustrates the attitude of some people who are constantly warning against "p*ssing off" the Russians and possibly "escalating" the conflict.
They are essentially advising the Ukrainians to lie down and let the Russians trample on their bodies.
Regards,
Since I’m not in any position to advise Ukrainians of any high rank I can only observe and comment. The Ukes made their bed with the Ruskies..both countries can butcher each other in it. The Ukes from prior to the war were picking a fight with Russia they couldn’t win. I have no sides in this conflict, they both deserve each other!
i loved you funny story though!...cheers!