This article originally appeared at Counterpunch
Russian aggression is the BBCs meme of the day. I lost count of how many times the phrase popped up in the first 15 minutes of Radio 4s World at One programme, devoted entirely to the Russian problem but the theme was drummed in relentlessly.
The idea is that Russia presents a huge a growing threat to world peace and stability. Russian bombers are threatening the English Channel (albeit strictly from international airspace). Russia is an expansionist power attacking sovereign nations, Ukraine in particular. And watch it were next!
Commentators wheeled into the studio were unanimous in their views. NATO must stand up to the threat. Presient Vladimir Putin is a dangerous monster who refuses to abide by the rules of the international order. NATO countries must increase their defence spending to counter the Russian menace.
We saw the Sherlock series finale.
Lets say Moffet was up to his usual tricks, which are, always, too clever by half.
The series and show as always are saved by the brilliant cast and production.
The Sherlock leak was dubbed in Russian though.
Apparently Russia is the new go-to Goldstein for the lazy liberals.
And Russian hackers are threatening the BBC Channel!!
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