What is Putin's end game?
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The heads begin to roll in Russia
European media report that Russian President Vladimir Putin ordered the house arrest of two senior Federal Security Service (FSB) officers. Colonel-General Sergei Beseda, Chief of the FSB's "Fifth Service," reportedly was detained along with his deputy, Anatoly Bolyuk, charged with providing flawed intelligence about Ukraine and their improper use of operational funds. Separately, Oleksiy Danilov, Ukraine's national security council chief, claimed that several Russian generals have been fired. The implications portend more suffering yet to come, but likewise opportunities to increase pressure on the Russian leader from within.
Perhaps emulating Joseph Stalin, this could be the onset of a purge and Putin's desperate ploy to provide his domestic audience with a fall guy for self-inflicted wounds. His call to rid Russia of "scum and traitors" as "a necessary self-purification of society" might be Putin's theatrical unveiling of not merely a further crackdown against the Russian people, but also his version of a "cultural revolution" to bring further to heel those around him on whom he has counted to take and maintain power. If I were one of the oligarchs or "siloviki," those from Russia's intelligence services who profiteered on Putin's kleptocracy, I'd be more than just a little worried.
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Not a good time to be a Russian general aye comrade Signym. Actually, it's not a good time to be anything Russian. Aye comrade...
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At this point, it needs to be asked...
Exactly how many Russians fucked your whore of a mother, Ted?
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Me: "Remember Covid?"
Useless Idiots: "What's Covid, durr? Russia, Ukraine, Putin, NATO *drool*. DURRRR!!!!"
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The heads begin to roll in Russia
European media report that ... Separately, Oleksiy Danilov, Ukraine's national security council chief, claimed that ...
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Pity would be no more,
If we did not MAKE men poor - William Blake
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Quote:Jeez, no kidding!
Originally posted by 6IXSTRINGJACK:
At this point, it needs to be asked...
Exactly how many Russians fucked your whore of a mother, Ted?
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Pity would be no more,
If we did not MAKE men poor - William Blake
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It's like OCD on crack.
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Quote:BWAHAHAHAHAHAHA!!!!
Originally posted by 6IXSTRINGJACK:
It's like OCD on crack.
The second time in a few short weeks that I got an out-loud laugh from this site!
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Pity would be no more,
If we did not MAKE men poor - William Blake
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Biden heads to high-stakes NATO summit amid showdown with Putin over Ukraine
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Russian Warships Shelling Towns Near Odesa as Naval Activity Increasers in Northern Black Sea
https://news.usni.org/2022/03/16/russian-warships-shelling-towns-near-
odesa-as-naval-activity-increasers-in-northern-black-sea
Live updates: Russian ships shelling port city of Mariupol
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Quote:6ix has complained at least 3 times that Ukraine President Zelenskyy doesn't dress well for his public appearances. In contrast, Putin dressed the best:
Originally posted by SIGNYM:Quote:BWAHAHAHAHAHAHA!!!!
Originally posted by 6IXSTRINGJACK:
It's like OCD on crack.
The second time in a few short weeks that I got an out-loud laugh from this site!
Vladimir Putin wore a $14,000 puffer jacket to promote his invasion of Ukraine
While everyday Russians have seen their wealth plummet as the ruble collapses and major foreign brands leave the country, Vladimir Putin has had no qualms showing off his lavish and luxurious wardrobe.
Putin attended a political rally last week to commemorate Russia’s 2014 invasion of Crimea recently donning a down puffer jacket that appears to be from Loro Piana and which sells for nearly $14,000. “We have not had unity like this for a long time,” he told a cheering crowd.
Putin’s fashion choice did not go over well with everyone.
Putin appears to be a fan of the Italian label—he previously was spotted in a $1,425 cashmere-and-silk jogger pants made by the brand, and in general, seems to favor Italian craftsmanship. He has worn outfits from Kiton and Brioni (suits at both start in the thousands, but can easily run up in the tens of thousands). For accessories, he often turns to Valentino ties and Ferragamo shoes with the occasional pair from British shoemaker John Lobb.
He’s also been documented over the years in a range of rare and valuable watches including pieces from Patek Philippe, A. Lange & Sohne, Breguet and Blancpain. In 2017, Putin reportedly sold his Patek Philippe 5208P, which is only available by invitation to VIP clients, for $1.2 million.
The autocrat has been known to give luxury watches away as gifts, including taking watches off his own wrist to give a Blancpain worth around $10,500 to a Siberian boy in 2009. That same year, he also gave a similar watch to a factory worker who complained of hardship.
Zelenskyy: Servant of the People
Putin’s luxurious wardrobe contrasts to Ukrainian president’s humble attire since the war broke out. Young and social media savvy, the former comedian is often dressed in solid army green-colored tees, strategically giving updates to Ukrainians from Kyiv or the frontlines to boost morale.
More at https://qz.com/2145468/putin-wore-a-14000-puffer-jacket-to-ukraine-inv
asion-rally/
Either Putin wins in Ukraine or else he loses a luxurious lifestyle. That's Putin's endgame.
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The debate has de-evolved into who wears the best Hugo Boss Nazi Outfit
Who is best dressed?
I think we should do a song
Clothes always fit ya
Life is a pop of the cherry when you're a boy. When you're a boy, you can wear a uniform. When you're a boy, other boys check you out
She's not sure if you're a boy or a girl...Hey, babe, your hair's alright
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fashion
Yeah that's a better song?
Fashion! Turn to the left
Fashion! Turn to the right
We are the goon squad and we're coming to town
G Major Seven, G,
F Major with a Minor 7th, Fadd9
Beep-beep
D Minor B flat Major A Flat B Flat Major D Minor
Fadd9
A Sharp Major G Sharp
Beep-beep
Fashion! Turn to the left
Fashion! Turn to the right
We are the goon squad and we're coming to town
perhaps ends on C Major I don't remember it that well, might have to pull out an instrument
Richard Levine started wearing a dress like that dude from MASH, mentally ill Rachel Levine is Jewish and grew up attending Hebrew school, he / she / iot became an Admiral and the emotionally disturbed assistant secretary of health in the Biden Kamala Admin.
In nu-regressive Internet has banned the older Common Sense Comedy interwebs for Naming Levine 'Man of the Year'
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