Gweiloman

Did Putin say so or is that another classic example of western narrative misinformation?

In the 80’s, China was still one of the poorest countries in the world. I just came back from a 2 week holiday there. Sure, there are still rural areas like everywhere else in the world. But I doubt there is a more modern country elsewhere. As for being a <deleted> hole, a lot depends on one’s wealth. Thailand is a <deleted> hole for some expats living in a room above Soi Bukhao but a paradise for another living in a pool villa. I would imagine that oil fields are generally <deleted> holes although I can’t say for sure as I’ve never been to one.

For eg, that Russia is planning to invade Europe soon and at the same time, saying that the Russian army is almost wiped out, that the economy is doomed, that it has run out of arms and ammo etc. If the latter is true, the former cannot possibly happen.

The goal at the start was to ensure that Ukraine remained a neutral state, out of NATO. Even the US President believes so.

I’ve never visited Chad nor would I want to. As a result, I know practically nothing about it and therefore don’t comment about it. On the other hand, some people comment about things they know nothing about. Unless one has been to Russia, one cannot comment about life and living conditions there. Places I have visited in Russia is anything but quasi medieval as one poster claims. Russia also has lots of wonderful historical sites and great architecture. St. Basil’s, Church of the Saviour on Blood, Peterhof, Hermitage Museum, Ekaterinburg Palace etc. I once attended a private concert in the Hall of Mirrors; an unforgettable experience. As for what’s wrong with the western narrative, most of it are lies. Fine, if you like to be misinformed.

I have a Danish friend that had a Fiat Multipla. He said it’s looks never bothered him as he can’t see it when he’s driving it 😁

Have you seen your own avatar? Enough said…

Don’t hold your breath…

Russia’s economy is chugging along as usual. According to the World Bank, a western backed institution I might add, Russia’s economy is expected to outperform the G7’s. The addition of Indonesia, 4th most populous country in the world, as a full member into BRICS will further strengthen the trade relations among all the BRICS countries and reduce USD trades. Ukraine, by stopping gas flows from Russia (under instructions from a major western nation no doubt), Europe will continue to pay high prices for its energy, leading to continued high inflation and further deterioration of living standards. China and India will benefit greatly, further accelerating the decline of the west. That’s why even the most avid of Russian haters have nothing to post on this thread…

In NATO we are peace loving people. Thanks for the laugh. Russian trolls Who and what is a Russian troll? It seems like anyone who doesn’t agree with the western narrative is a Russian troll. In that case, the majority of the world’s population are Russian trolls. As for the rest of your post, it seems like you’ve really drank the kool-aid. I’ve been to Russia numerous times and I don’t see the conditions you described. Much like some who criticises China but have never been, you should go (to Russia) and take a look for yourself and not blindly believe what you read in the media.

And yet, NATO is all in a panic about the possibility of Russia invading a NATO country

Hmmm… Every single comment in that article was made by a western “expert”. Putin thinks, Putin expects… Not a single quote made by Putin himself. I don’t read where Putin made that “claim”. This is the problem you guys have. You read something that someone in the west says about Putin thinks and think that that’s what Putin actually thought. When in reality, it’s absolute nonsense. Russia is fighting Ukraine that is being heavily assisted and financed by NATO. Do you honestly think that if NATO didn’t supply any arms or ammo or intelligence or billions of dollars, Ukraine would still be fighting? Naive and gullible doesn’t even cut it.

You reply to practically every post I make so I assume you are a follower/subscriber. You shouldn’t take any notice of where I am at any point in time but you did ask if I was planning on settling down there so anyone that still has a functioning brain and memory would be able to recall such information. Ignorance + dementia. You’re onto a real winner here…

Like I said, that’s what the west likes to think. Check out what the World Bank has to say about Russia’s economy vs the G7 although the content might be a bit too advanced for non-economically trained minds.

I’m sure he would like to but unfortunately they don’t fall out of the sky. On top of that, there are all the incidentals like engine oil, transmission oil, fan belts, brakes… and oh, almost forgot, fuel

Seems like you forgot where I was posting from a week ago in spite of your replies to my posts. Dementia setting in?

That's what the west likes to think. They, the west, have lost out badly. Stockpiles of weapons and ammunition wiped out, billions of Euros spent to no avail, sky high energy costs for the foreseeable future and rapid disindustrialisation. They have only themselves to blame.

Was actually a pro-Ukraine supporter on AN. Some of them believe the most ridiculous notions...

Your ignorance knows no bounds...

Just drive around. Plenty of agencies providing insurance and sticky number plates. Don’t forget to register with the JPJ 9Road Transport Department) to get the permit disc.

Actually, flat earthers think that Ukraine is winning. One told me so…

Your choice of what constitutes a meal says a lot about who and what you are. On the other hand, just a week ago, I was eating roast quail, sashimi crayfish, Peking Duck, just to name a few delicacies.

It’s the west that ever said it was a 2 week war and indeed it would have been (just one week actually) if Russia was only fighting Ukraine. Considering the incompetence of the Russian army and lack of weapons and ammunition, except for Chinese made shovels, Russia has done very well against the so called might of NATO. 3 years on, NATO hasn’t been able to drive the Russian fighters consisting of convicts and minorities out of Ukraine. Goes to show that NATO isn’t that mighty after all and all their wonder weapons have failed miserably. And oh yes, their economy is doomed, much like China’s economy has collapsed multiple times over the past 10 years…

No offence meant but you are probably the least intelligent poster I’ve come across on AN, as evidenced yet again by another content free micro post. Just my opinion of course.

9th most populous country in the world, blessed with an immense landmass and resources. Most Russians I know are happy with their lives. My ex-gf already owned her own 2 bedroom apartment in St.P when she was only 25 yrs old. I stayed there before; mighty comfortable with extremely cheap heating during winter.