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‘Where there is harmony, may we bring discord. Where there is truth, may we bring error. Where there is faith, may we bring doubt. And where there is hope, may we bring despair’
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That Russian Bloke on 15:01 - Feb 23 with 2263 views
Ukraine-Russia crisis: Donald Trump praises Putin's aggression as 'wonderful' and 'genius'
The White House has condemned the comments made by Mr Trump and said they try not to "take advice from anyone who praises Putin and his military strategy".
Former US President Donald Trump has described Vladimir Putin's aggression towards Ukraine as "genius", "wonderful" and "very savvy".
During an interview with podcaster Buck Sexton, Mr Trump said he backed Mr Putin in his decision to send troops to perform "peacekeeping" duties in the Russian-controlled areas of southeast Ukraine.
"I went in yesterday and there was a television screen, and I said 'this is genius'," he told the conservative podcast host.
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"Putin declares a big portion of the Ukraine, of Ukraine, Putin declares it as independent. Oh, that's wonderful."
Ukraine and most Western allies view the move as an occupation of the region which could lead to tougher sanctions and more conflict.
However, Mr Trump was full of praise for Russia's "peace force".
"We could use that on our southern border" he said. "That's the strongest peace force I've ever seen. They're gonna keep the peace all right."
Mr Trump went on to criticise President Biden for his lack of response to the crisis, boldly claiming that Russia's invasion of Ukraine would not have happened when he was in office.
"I knew Putin very well. I got along with him. He liked me. I liked him," he said.
The former President claimed that Putin was a "tough cookie" but was "very savvy", had a "lot of great charm" and loved his country.
In a press briefing yesterday, the White House's Press Secretary Jen Psaki condemned the comments made by Mr Trump and said they try not to "take advice from anyone who praises Putin and his military strategy".
"So there's a bit of a different tactic, a bit of a different approach, and that's probably why President Biden and not his predecessor was able to rally the world and the global community in taking steps against Russia's aggression," she said.
‘Where there is harmony, may we bring discord. Where there is truth, may we bring error. Where there is faith, may we bring doubt. And where there is hope, may we bring despair’
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That Russian Bloke on 06:52 - Feb 24 with 2257 views
Time to kick the Russians and their money out. It's a rogue state
‘Where there is harmony, may we bring discord. Where there is truth, may we bring error. Where there is faith, may we bring doubt. And where there is hope, may we bring despair’
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That Russian Bloke on 09:36 - Feb 24 with 2227 views
It seems like Russia's going all the way, at least certainly as far as Ukraine is concerned. They're not only going to occupy the eastern region but go to Kiev and take over the entire country.
Whether it stops there or not is anyone's guess.
Learning to read clusters is not something your eyes do naturally. It takes constant practice.
‘Where there is harmony, may we bring discord. Where there is truth, may we bring error. Where there is faith, may we bring doubt. And where there is hope, may we bring despair’
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That Russian Bloke on 07:55 - Feb 25 with 2215 views
Ukrainian guards who refused to surrender Snake Island posthumously praised
One story of Ukrainian soldiers stirring emotions right now is the story of the Snake Island battle - where 13 Ukrainian guards on a tiny island in the Black Sea refused to surrender to a Russian warship. They held their ground and were killed in a bombardment.
Audio of the guards’ defiant final words has gone viral on Twitter, TikTok and other social media.
The Russian ship tells the Ukrainians: “I suggest you surrender your weapons and capitulate, otherwise I will open fire, do you copy?”
The Ukrainian guards can then be heard saying “this is it”, before they respond with: "Russian warship, go f--- yourself."
Ukrainian President Zelensky praised the guards' bravery, saying they would all be posthumously awarded war hero honours.
“On our island Zmiiny [Snake Island], defending it to the last, all the border guards died heroically. But did not give up,” he said.
"All of them will be awarded the title of Hero of Ukraine posthumously. Eternal memory to those who gave their lives for Ukraine."
‘Where there is harmony, may we bring discord. Where there is truth, may we bring error. Where there is faith, may we bring doubt. And where there is hope, may we bring despair’
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That Russian Bloke on 10:24 - Feb 26 with 2201 views
Ukraine Crisis: Robert Lewandowski backs Poland's boycott of Russia World Cup play-off game
Robert Lewandowski has backed Poland's boycott of their World Cup play-off against Russia in March because of the invasion of Ukraine, saying "we can't pretend that nothing is happening".
Polish football association president Cezary Kulesza has said the team "does not intend" to play the game.
Russia are due to host Poland in Moscow on 24 March, while Ukraine travel to Scotland on the same day.
"The right decision," tweeted Poland captain Lewandowski.
Bayern Munich striker Lewandowski, 33, who is his country's all-time highest goalscorer, added: "I can't imagine playing a match with the Russian national team in a situation when armed aggression in Ukraine continues. Russian footballers and fans are not responsible for this, but we can't pretend that nothing is happening."
Sweden are also in the play-offs where they will meet the Czech Republic. The winner of that tie could meet Russia for a place at the World Cup finals, which get under way in Qatar in November.
On Thursday, Fifa said it would monitor the situation after Poland, Sweden and the Czech Republic said in a joint statement that play-off matches should not be played in Russia.
"No more words, time to act." tweeted Kulesza on Saturday.
"Due to the escalation of the aggression of the Russian Federation towards Ukraine, the Polish national team does not intend to play the play-off match against Russia.
"This is the only right decision. We are in talks with the Sweden and Czech Republic to present a common position to Fifa."
‘Where there is harmony, may we bring discord. Where there is truth, may we bring error. Where there is faith, may we bring doubt. And where there is hope, may we bring despair’
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That Russian Bloke on 17:46 - Feb 28 with 2192 views
‘Where there is harmony, may we bring discord. Where there is truth, may we bring error. Where there is faith, may we bring doubt. And where there is hope, may we bring despair’
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That Russian Bloke on 10:07 - Mar 2 with 2181 views
I think they will do anything as they are desperate to win this war.
Utter scumbags
‘Where there is harmony, may we bring discord. Where there is truth, may we bring error. Where there is faith, may we bring doubt. And where there is hope, may we bring despair’
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That Russian Bloke on 10:57 - Mar 10 with 2110 views
Roman Abramovich: Sanctions of Chelsea owner by UK government halt club's sale
Roman Abramovich's attempt to sell Chelsea has been halted after the oligarch was sanctioned by the UK government as part of its response to Russia's invasion of Ukraine.
The Russian put the European champions up for sale after the threat of sanctions was raised in Parliament.
The freezing of Abramovich's assets, which include Chelsea, means the club cannot sell further match tickets.
The move is intended to stop Abramovich making money from Chelsea.
The government has issued a special licence that will allow fixtures to be fulfilled, staff to be paid and existing ticket-holders to attend matches.
Season-ticket holders can still attend games for which they have tickets but the club cannot now sell any more tickets.
The club's merchandise shop will also be shut.
The government is open to considering a further addition to the special licence which will allow the sale of the club.
A condition for that to happen would be that Abramovich receives no funds.
He has previously said that proceeds of the sale would be donated to victims of war.
Culture Secretary Nadine Dorries has said the government is "committed to protecting" the club.
"Football clubs are cultural assets and the bedrock of our communities," she tweeted.
"I know this brings some uncertainty, but the government will work with the league and clubs to keep football being played while ensuring sanctions hit those intended.
"Our priority is to hold those who have enabled the Putin regime to account."
‘Where there is harmony, may we bring discord. Where there is truth, may we bring error. Where there is faith, may we bring doubt. And where there is hope, may we bring despair’
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That Russian Bloke on 14:02 - Mar 10 with 2103 views
For some strange reason these Russian superyachts spend a lot of time touring the west coast of Scotland. Modern day spy trawlers.
‘Where there is harmony, may we bring discord. Where there is truth, may we bring error. Where there is faith, may we bring doubt. And where there is hope, may we bring despair’
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That Russian Bloke on 19:06 - Mar 13 with 2077 views
I hope the west learns from history and stands firm this time. The Russians are living in the past which is clearly a good reason to leave politics to the young after all it is their future that is being shaped.
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That Russian Bloke on 19:08 - Mar 13 with 2072 views
Russia, for the last 400 years has been an expansionist empire run by tyrants.
With their nukes, and with all the corruption in that country in the last 30 years, makes them a dangerous fading power.
‘Where there is harmony, may we bring discord. Where there is truth, may we bring error. Where there is faith, may we bring doubt. And where there is hope, may we bring despair’
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That Russian Bloke on 19:58 - Mar 16 with 2043 views
‘Where there is harmony, may we bring discord. Where there is truth, may we bring error. Where there is faith, may we bring doubt. And where there is hope, may we bring despair’
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That Russian Bloke on 18:35 - Mar 23 with 1993 views
‘Where there is harmony, may we bring discord. Where there is truth, may we bring error. Where there is faith, may we bring doubt. And where there is hope, may we bring despair’
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That Russian Bloke on 23:21 - Apr 27 with 1865 views
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