Posted on 12/20/2025 10:58:25 AM PST by Navy Patriot
A Russian missile strike on port infrastructure in Odesa in southern Ukraine killed eight people and wounded 27, Ukraine’s emergency service said Saturday, as a a Kremlin envoy was set to travel to Florida for talks on a U.S.-proposed plan to end the nearly four-year war,
The discussions are part of the Trump administration's monthslong push for peace that also included meetings with Ukrainian and European officials in Berlin earlier this week. Ukraine's chief negotiator said late Friday that his delegation had completed separate meetings in the U.S. with American and European partners.
Meanwhile, European Union leaders agreed on Friday to provide a massive interest-free loan to Ukraine to meet its military and economic needs for the next two years.
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy said much will depend on the U.S. posture after discussions with the Russians.
Speaking at a press conference in Kyiv with Portuguese Prime Minister Luís Montenegro, Zelenskyy said that "the key question remains how the United States responds after consultations with the Russians. At this point, I honestly don’t know, but I will know later today."
Some of those wounded in Odesa were on a bus at the center of the strike late Friday, the emergency service said in a Telegram post. Trucks caught fire in the parking lot and cars were also damaged.
The port was struck with ballistic missiles, said Oleh Kiper, the head of the Odesa region.
Moscow did not immediately acknowledge reports of the attack. The Russian Defense Ministry said Saturday that over the previous day, it had struck unspecified "transport and storage infrastructure used by the Ukrainian armed forces," along with energy facilities and those supplying Kyiv's war effort.
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“Defining Nationalism and Globalism” may help clarify terminology:
U.S. Constitution.net
November 15, 2024
https://www.usconstitution.net/nationalism-vs-globalism/
“Defining Nationalism and Globalism”
Nationalism prioritizes a nation’s interests, focusing on preserving traditional identities and protecting local economies. It often manifests as skepticism towards foreign influences.
Globalism, in contrast, supports international connectivity, collaboration, and the exchange of ideas and goods across borders. It typically advocates for free trade and open borders, viewing these as paths to innovation and shared prosperity.
In democratic politics, these ideologies often clash. Nationalists may support policies that STRENGTHEN borders and PROTECT domestic industries, while globalists usually favor international alliances and agreements encouraging trade and cooperation. This conflict affects various policy areas, from immigration laws to climate policies.
Culturally, NATIONALISM emphasizes a country’s unique aspects, sometimes excluding others. GLOBALISM tends to EMBRACE “multiculturalism and diversity”, aiming to BLEND different cultural practices.
Despite their differences, both nationalism and globalism aim to improve societies through different means. Understanding these perspectives helps clarify political debates and the challenges in finding a balance between them
And *right* after meeting with President Trump.
As I’ve often said, they ain’t the sharpest knives in the drawer. 😏
I have proof of the pro-Russia side pinging moderators to remove posts they don’t like. It’s happened to me. Frankly I have seen every sort of dirty and underhanded trick from them. Its why I barely come here anymore. The extra-chromosome crew has taken over the site.
They dug their own cesspit so deep, that they have no way of digging themselves out.
Unfortunately, the commies are still allowed to infest and infect this site.
Thankfully, most of us are smart enough to see through their propaganda.
You ARE a globalist, dummy!
Denying it doesn’t make your statements true.
Your projection is as bright as the sun.
“Does a sovereign individual have rights?”
https://freerepublic.com/focus/chat/4358307/posts?page=220#220
ROTFL, APPARENTLY PUTIN THINKS HE IS ABOVE RUSSIAN LAW AS WELL AS INTERNATIONAL LAW!
TWO HELPFUL RESOURCES TO HELP ANSWER YOUR QUESTIONS.
1. “What is a Sovereign Citizen? An In-Depth Legal Overview”
https://legal-resources.uslegalforms.com/s/sovereign-citizen
DEFINITION AND MEANING
The term “sovereign citizen” refers to a movement of individuals who believe that they are not subject to government laws or regulations.
This belief stems from a perception of government overreach and abuse of power. Sovereign citizens often reject the legitimacy of various governmental authorities and may refuse to comply with laws, such as obtaining social security cards or driver’s licenses.
They distinguish between two types of citizenship: “Fourteenth Amendment citizens,” who are subject to federal and state laws, and “sovereign citizens,” who claim to be governed only by common law or constitutional law. It’s important to note that no court has upheld the claims made by sovereign citizens.”
2. “Of Law and the World: Critical Conversations on Power, History, and Political Economy”
Harvard University Press
David Kennedy, Martti Koskenniemi: Dialogue between two leading legal scholars exploring the place of law in global affairs.
https://www.amazon.com/Law-World-Critical-Conversations-Political/dp/067429078X
"How much you want to bet there’s a Ukrainian finger hitting the Abuse button right now on both of our posts? "
Watching this thread develop.... It would be very informative if you would provide your proof in this thread. Thanks in advance.
BTW, I think they are upset that the list since 2022 is mostly their ‘kin’.
"---- "I have proof of the pro-Russia side pinging moderators to remove posts they don't like."
It would be very informative if you would provide your proof in this thread. Thanks in advance."
I have proof of the pro-Russia side pinging moderators to remove posts they don’t like.
Dat so?
Please post a link for all to see.
This thread has become a toxic.
https://freerepublic.com/focus/f-chat/4358307/posts?page=156#156
Best to just ignore the disruptors, detractors haters and harassers. Then, P.M. Freepers that you want to continue a topic theme or discussion.
https://freerepublic.com/focus/chat/4358307/posts?page=223#223
Yes, please do.
Because I can certainly provide proof of a certain zeeper queen who regularly has posts that displease her removed doing just that.
LOL - I can hear the thick eastern European accent reading some of these posts. 😆🤣
"This thread has become a toxic."
And just for good measure…
You still have the link to the one where she accidentally posted her “abuse button” publicly instead?
When she hit “Reply” instead of “Report Abuse?” She referenced posts of mine & Rocco’s and yep, they were removed. And then she continued to deny that she ever had anything to do with getting posts removed.
And then after her mistake was pointed out, she tried to cover with the “please ask moderators to remove your comment…”😂😂🤣
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