I did not say all Russians were paranoid and hostile. I said the “gas station” is run by individuals who were paranoid and hostile.
The faction that has both these characteristics normally gravitates to the leadership positions within the region generally known as “Russia”. In Sicily, the general population of people is also extremely generous with what they have, but the locality is controlled by the members of the Mafioso, and the reputation far precedes them. As Sicily is controlled by gangsters, the current Russian Federation is also controlled by gangsters.
Much like Chicago, home base for the Current Occupant now squatting in the White Hut.
Chicago is the next Detroit. And Detroit and all of Michigan are coming back. Thanks to the comeback kid. (sorry, I grew up there and am so happy to see the progress in Michigan)