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Russia barred from G8 meeting over Ukraine military incursion
Associated Press, Reuters
Published: 03.03.14, 11:42
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1. Two timing russian scum!!
Brett L ,   JHB RSA   (03.03.14)
There is good reason why we were taught about the bolshevik revolution and the russian ability and will to wager war. I can see now that the russian appetite for war is insatiable and putin has proven once and for all any russian leader is hell bent on controlling as much of eastern Europe as humanly possible. The invasion of Ukraine is so clear and yet he can not see he is sewing the early seeds of war and a move back to the cold war. Having said that, a megalomaniac like his ally assad will never see the error of his ways because he is a lunatic!! G-D help us all, if you are out there...
2. Putin is a shame for the 21 century!
European Union   (03.03.14)
3. "Poland and the Czech" .. prepare to march East.
Miron ,   USA   (03.03.14)
You had enough rest since 1945. Now, wake up and smell the roses. And get some training in "defka, taffai - taffai" I can feel how rusty you are on most necessary skills, Mr. Graham and rest of Western democracy cherishes so high.
4. Explanation.
Jules   (03.03.14)
It's a purely military operation, related to the fact that after the change of power in Kiev, the Russian military bases in Crimea, including Sevastopol, have been under threat of closure (I am not addressing the legality of the move here). The Ukraine's population, regardless of the ethnic origin (the population consists of Russians and Ukrainians, with about a half of the population born in intermarriages), manifested their desire to live in an independent Ukraine, rather than in any federation or union. This is a new phenomenon, because just a few years ago the antagonism between the pro-Russian and pro-Western regions was pretty pronounced. I think the conflict will be somehow settled in future, because no-one wants an escalation. One thing must be noted though: the new government in Kiev has already made several rather questionable appointments to the top regional positions. It is unclear how the political situation will develop, but the risk of direct military confrontation today is far less than a day a go.
5. #2 shame?
(03.03.14)
What happened in Serbia, Syria and Libya? Europe crowned a minority as the good guys and ignored all their crimes while attacking the victims for defending themselves. Everyone knows the "pro Europe" putsch in Ukraine are the corrupt people rejected by Ukraine voters. Reports are that the "pro Europe" ethnically cleanse Ukraine of more than half a million Ukrainians of Russian origin. Everyone knows that the coup came after the legally elected government of Ukraine agreed to a compromise. The shame is that the Europeans incite war and death, but cloak themselves in self-righteousness.
6. Condemned
(03.03.14)
America is condemned with their hiding agenda because they should know that Ukraine needs peace keeping force as they fighting amoung themselves but where is that useless UN they formed to provide that and all that America interested was more blood bathing on streets of Ukraine and if America doesn't see that coming they are condemned.
7. Speaking of more practical matters,
Miron ,   USA   (03.03.14)
when did AK - 47 shooting unarmed militzioner helped to propel people in space orbit last time.
8. Russia will win this game - no matter what !.
Arn. ,   Sweden.   (03.03.14)
9. My Antisemitic clone will claim "Stalin's Jews" are to blame
Steve Benassi ,   Silver Bay, MN USA   (03.03.14)
10. Russia barred from G8 meeting over Ukraine military incursio
George Weiss ,   Teaneck, USA   (03.03.14)
Hello, BDS folks. Boycot Russia till they get out of Crimea. I am beting you will do absolutely nothing because your entire efforts are anti-semitic and apply only to Israel.
11. All talk
Gee ,   Zikron Yaakov   (03.03.14)
Europe has no troops to speak of. They have depended upon America for 100% of their defense that they no longer have the ability to do it themselves. The IDF is larger than most of the Eurotrash militaries combined
12. #9--your going to drive
arne ,   chicago usa   (03.03.14)
the real Benassi crazy--he's going to leave this site.
13. To better understand Russia......
Sam Canuck ,   Toronto Canada   (03.03.14)
Imagine if the Mafia in Italy formed a political party, ran in an election (they only need one election) and then won. Then they abolish elections.This is Russia today. Gangsters and criminals of the very worst type ruling a declining and drunken population with an average life expectancy 15 years lower that western Europe. Next time you hear the word "Oligarch", think "Mob Boss". Next time you hear the name of Putin, think "Don Corleone" instead. This concept will help you understand both their motivations as well as their methods. Corruption to Russia is mother's milk. They will steal Ukraine because they can, without fear of any Obama 'red lines' .
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