Putin’s ‘mafia boss’ mentality could be his demise | Bill Browder

“If he ever loses that respect, then all of a sudden, that’s it. He’s finished.”
Vladimir Putin is “like a mafia boss” who craves respect, the very insecurity which could end in his demise, says Bill Browder.
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[@geeeemn5010]

Mob bosses always live in fear because they know the end can come at any time, and when it does, it usually isn't a good ending.

[@ellebee6712]

We live in hope 🙏

[@paultempany2053]

Why he has body doubles. Keeps 10 metres away from 'trusted' cronies.... etc. etc.

[@user-ep3ed5jd7q]

Please stay safe Mr.Browder, and thank you for your sure and steady voice. God bless you and your family.

[@luminyam6145]

I am glad Macron spoke out. We need to put the fear of the lord in that damned Putin.

[@goenzoy712]

Fear with should a would a at a press conference

[@luminyam6145]

@@goenzoy712 Russian troll bot malfunctioning.

[@user-tq9dr7so4c]

Страх - этотто что живёт в ваших сердцах. Страх и ненависть к России. Как бы она ни называлась и кто бы ни стоял у власти.

[@user-tq9dr7so4c]

​@@luminyam6145зато ты без сбоев отрабатываешь свою зарплату.

[@tonyzaffirini7368]

"Great if Europe is willing to totally back that up with their own troops" - Every American

[@ryanhartnett530]

It never ends well for mob bosses.

[@jamesparker1071]

JoBama is a mob peon.

[@trumpsawussygrabbingbirther]

It’s not going to end well for donnie trump. maga

[@doubleslit9513]

True. Ask Tony Soprano.

[@jojolafrite90]

For some it did to be fair. Mostly the ones that we never heard of.

[@roberthuntley1090]

It worked for Stalin, and Chairman Mao - there are a few exceptions to the rule.

[@Casey35516]

People fear Putin, but fear is not respect!!

[@user-tq9dr7so4c]

В России уважают Путина гораздо больше, чем вам кажется.

[@user-ol6gw3uc9q]

They adore him. Tell us how popular Biden is, or Sunak, or Sholtz.

[@jordancobb7553]

​@user-ol6gw3uc9q I'm sure the half million dead love him... don't even waste your time trying to tell me your orc propaganda about how ruzzia hasn't lost any troops yet they are all just sleeping 😂

[@gjshordja]

@@user-ol6gw3uc9q Not popular at all, anyone make jokes of them in their own country . Do you know why ? That’s because nobody is scared of them. Can you say something about Putin ? I don’t think so, lol 😂 I think has to do something with the word “ democracy “

[@rickarnold6704]

​@@user-tq9dr7so4cThey are scared of the worm. It is a coward.

[@JillClegg-pd5rn]

A gentleman with common sense. God bless you Bill for speaking the truth. 🇺🇦🇺🇦🇺🇦🇺🇦

[@videomaniac108]

The Russian people want an assertive, take charge boss who gets things done. If he projects this image of power and succeeds in his ambitions then he'll be okay to the Russian people. What the Russian people won't tolerate is somebody who is a timid loser. They don't mind at all having a new Russian empire that encompasses large parts of Eastern and Northern Europe.

[@khampasonginthisane8266]

Putin will pay the price of his sinfully killing, he’s horrible man to arrest people who just laying flowers for Alexei death, horrible evil manipulative person is Putin

[@AnthonyCarroll-ue3uv]

He's a yank who was thrown out of Russia, because he's a con artist.

[@SuezWSuezW]

Bill Browder has been a very effective thorn in Putin's side. He's gone after the thing Putin loves most, his money! He's written some great books too. Red Notice and Freezing Order. The whole story from the beginning.

[@AnthonyCarroll-ue3uv]

@@SuezWSuezW Funny, I don't think Russians even know who he is. He's a liar and a racist and Russia hate sells books. Like the one he plugged mid show. He's a pos.

[@stephie52]

Fear is not respect; it’s just fear!!

[@peternolan4107]

All these western politicians need to listen to Bill Browder! He is always well-informed and clear about what they need to do.

[@gjshordja]

Why westerns should listen to him and not you? You seem pretty informed and seem to know people well. So why not you?

[@hatesitrick]

@@gjshordjayou’re a toxic person

[@johncoetzee7881]

@@gjshordja troll

[@johncoetzee7881]

I second that

[@peternolan4107]

@@gjshordja Strange response.

[@simondalzell5635]

Great Man Mr Browder. Intelligent, Brave. ETC All Things Putin Aint.

[@user-ol6gw3uc9q]

Bullsh1t

[@jaapongeveer6203]

Putin is a short little man with Napoleon complex.

[@user-tq9dr7so4c]

Не суди о том, о чём не знаешь ничего, кроме пропаганды СМИ

[@hannaberaja3682]

No ofendas a Napoleón

[@Mr.Funnyman273]

Вы своего любимого кокаинового фюррера видели вообще чтоб такое писать

[@jamesmcdonnell5617]

Touché

[@hardywatkins7737]

Well that's certainly true. We call it 'little man's disease' where i'm from.

[@keegan773]

Mafia bosses don’t tend to live long enough to claim their pension.

[@rochcarothers-ts3jx]

Lot of work for not many returns,including health.

[@lynetteray2146]

That money in Western banks from the RF Central Bank needs to be given to Kyiv. Why should we be afraid of Putin? Is the West supposed to live in fear of that short guy as the Russian people shake in his presence? It's time for this ridiculous game to end!

[@blechtic]

It's not about being afraid. It's about law and consequences. There's a real question there of what is the legal basis of doing so and that law has to be based on some moral principles and rights. Then there's the question whether we are talking about the assets of Russia or some Russians. What would you consider to be good enough a reason and proof for some country (or even your own) to just take your wealth? We are talking about rights fundamental to our values. The consequences are that such an act would set a precedent that would be extended and exploited by bad actors making up excuses. You don't to make it too easy for them. Western democracies, companies, charities and people have money, assets, etc., all over the globe, sometimes for a bad reason, often for a some practical reason, and possibly for the pursuance of a good cause. All that would be in danger. It could do very serious harm globally, because in a global world even local effects travel. Confiscation of development aid, etc., could create refugee crises, which would then destabilise those areas and the areas surrounding them, create conflicts and show up on our doorsteps. Also, there would be an effect at home: Unless there is a very precisely limited and well-thought-out framework, it would decrease incoming investment, add perceived risk for investors and lower credit ratings, depress economy and drive up prices. Any doubt that the government could just take the money without a very good reason, would obviously seriously decrease confidence in the economy. In a larger geopolitical sense, we have basically Western currencies as reserve currencies and currencies of global trade. It underlines the status of Western democracies and our values and that our values are a strength that creates prosperity. There are many up-and-coming countries who would like to get that prestige and not have Western countries in the loop when they trade. Okay, that may be a fair ask, but they are often not very democratic and not interested in preserving international law or human rights in their pursuits. Propping up Chinas and Saudi-Arabias and Irans in that position, would seriously undermine the efforts to promote democracy and human rights and undermining international law would not be very good for anyone. And if the Western democracies can not seem to stand by their own ideals and rules, why would anyone else bother? The simple truth is that even if it is for a good and righteous cause, taking money from a bad guy is still stealing, unless there's good moral and legal basis for it. I haven't seen anyone propose such basis yet, certainly not something that would not come with possible huge unintended consequences. I'm not saying one does not exist, I'm just saying that you want it airtight and not mess with our current property law principles, etc., and that it's probably not easy to come up quickly with something like that.

[@chrishvizdos8438]

Well said!

[@fleaniswerkhardt4647]

@@blechticGood points. But as a counter - if Russian funds were to be diverted to aid Ukraine - wouldn't that deter Russia from further aggression? Currently they care very little about the destruction they incur probably because they think they will never be brought to account for it. It is better that they feel financial pain now and Ukraine gets the aid it needs now. What is your opinion on reparations in general and when they should begin?

[@aarenfourever]

Disrespect and standing up to someone are two different things. Navalny stood up to putin; he didn't disrespect him. Putin considered that "spine" disrespect, and a lack of servitude. And, it's true that when you stand up to & confront a bully, others are spurred on to do it too.

[@Travis_22]

Navalny was a threat to the whole regime.

[@Noel-ji8nm]

​@@Travis_22Navalny spy.

[@user-ou7uo8rl5d]

Of course he disrespected Putin. He made incrementing videos about putin's criminal buddies and Putin himself. On the other hand, respect has to be earned and Putin has NONE

[@jamesparker1071]

Vaxxed and boosted? 🥱

[@annas4714]

Putin's pawns twist the meaning of these two words and make protests against injustice to be perceived as disrespect. Unfortunately, majority of Russians cannot understand the difference as they buy anything that comes out of Putin's mouth.

[@ovidiumiinea5462]

I guess having one guy in charge for a long is not such a good idea after all

[@iainherridge6253]

Try telling that to US MAGAhats!

[@annas4714]

He wasn't a good idea to begin with.

[@richardmoloney689]

Everybody happy in Russia

[@ovidiumiinea5462]

@@richardmoloney689 they are jubilating

[@Brian-om2hh]

But when there is only ever one name on the voting paper at election time, this is what you get.......

[@richardkidwell4134]

Trump has a wannabe mafia boss mentality.

[@faiththrower7951]

Yup

[@iainherridge6253]

Don trumponi is a disorganized crime boss!

[@hardyg7631]

Yes but he is a has been

[@titimact9044]

Yes

[@marisabenson1222]

He sounds like one when he speaks.

[@tabithan2978]

Love Bill Browder! Read his fascinating book Red Notice to understand Putin’s Russia. Putin has Bill high up on his kjll list.

[@andreanagy4801]

Have read it, was great

[@user-wq4ju7uu7x]

Путин о этом знает?

[@andreanagy4801]

​@@user-wq4ju7uu7xof course he does. He already killed Bowders lawyer. Torturing him to death in the prison. Google who it is.

[@josimpson7999]

@@user-wq4ju7uu7xI guess that means you’ve never heard of the Magnitsky Act?

[@user-wq4ju7uu7x]

@@josimpson7999 очень болезненное внимание к России. США не закрывают Гуантанамо. В этой тюрьме умерло гораздо больше заключённых.

[@inekeaknoeff7761]

Well spoken! I hope you will stay safe. Putin has a long poisoning arm around the world. Speciale the UK is a big hole where every madman can come in and do his thing.

[@user-cp8vh4tr1q]

And it has turned out badly for EVERY mob boss and will happen to Putler.

[@johncoetzee7881]

Putin has watched tooo many mafia movies. The most despicable human on earth with Kim in second place.

[@Aliz776]

🤡🤡🤡

[@user-ol6gw3uc9q]

That is the opinion of someone who doesn't know the facts. Open your eyes.

[@johncoetzee7881]

@@user-ol6gw3uc9q oh so you agree..Bill Bowder what an informed factual person. Speaks the truth and nothing but the truth. Long live Ukraine

[@user-ol6gw3uc9q]

Times Radio is out and out propaganda. Keep away. @@johncoetzee7881

[@Fromdownunder-dq6he]

Mr Browder is so spot on !!!

[@tboydot1]

All Nato countries and any other country that abhors Russia's atrocities in Ukraine should just go ahead and recall all of their diplomats from Russia. No intergovernmental relationship whatsoever until a sane regime comes to power however long that takes. Is that impossible?

[@oneshothunter9877]

Problem would be that any talks about peace = zero chance. Unless direct connections between governments are established.

[@renatob9909]

The problem with that is that you cannot collect intelligence and eventually facilitate and coordinate the deposition when it will be time.

[@briancarno8837]

by sane do you mean one that will let the US deep state into Russia to steal all their commodities..? That ship has sailed.. and the world can see what the US really is

[@tboydot1]

@renatob9909 I understand it's going to stymie intelligence gathering, but let's face it, intelligence collection is only important to hegemony-seeking States. In this case U.S trying hold on to its hegemony, which is becoming multipolar, and China and Russia vying to knock off the U.S or at least share that power. So basically, all of Western Eu can realistically do a total recall of their diplomats in Russia and let the U.S. continue to do what it does on that end.

[@renatob9909]

@@tboydot1 Yeah! OK, you can see it that way and it is understandable. But I think that the situation at the kremlin is so exceptional, we are so close to a collapse that I would rather have the CIA over there to coordinate the fall of the regime than letting it fall by itself.

[@terryrwest2657]

Yeltsin made a very bad decision when he anointed Putin his successor.

[@my3bikaht88]

In the end he was given a choice between two KGB officers. He chose one his family advised for.

[@terryrwest2657]

@@my3bikaht88 why was he not able to choose who he wanted, who gave him such a terrible either / or selection

[@annflynn7209]

Pootin probably already had a hold on Yeltzin when he was appointed.

[@Comm.DavidPorter]

@@terryrwest2657 In fairness to Yeltsin, as of 2000 Putin was talking like a proper person, denouncing the idea of invading Ukraine, etc.

[@terryrwest2657]

@@Comm.DavidPorter Still a choice between two ex KGB career operatives doesn't sound ideal for a fledgling democracy, especially when he had to face down such dramatic opposition from within himself, all progress having now long been completely undone.

[@tanadevilalloga]

Nailed it!!!!!!

[@keithsteele5580]

Thank you Bill, also,❤❤❤😊😊

[@johnmclean9382]

Mafia bosses tend to "have an accident" when they don't achieve their objectives..

[@SuezWSuezW]

Someone once told me of a saying in Russia that Putin was surrounded by his killers...

[@andersfant4997]

Browder is smart, and its a liberation, a sheer joy, to hear his words.

[@HollowayIP]

Thanks Bill Browder! You're the best. It does make more sense to give Ukraine what they need to do it all themselves. Still, I am thrilled that Macron said that. Let Putin sit on that a while and see what happens.

[@whalefish83]

Let's be honest: you dont understand or believe a word you're saying: You just have a comment quota to fill.

[@HollowayIP]

@@whalefish83 That's cute!

[@whalefish83]

@@HollowayIP Yes, and also quite accurate. What a shame you love dollars more than God.

[@HollowayIP]

@@whalefish83

[@mirandagaga9221]

Thank you for your true statements.

[@alaine57]

It’s not real respect only fear

[@mikefallwell1301]

Emmanuel macron is demonstrating the sort of Courage the French government displayed at the beginning of World War II. The EU is showing that it was designed to fail. The same people designed the United Nations

[@stevefrompolaca2403]

yep, cheese earing surrender monkey acts tough....

[@FredHousehold]

Eu not the problem !Corruption is the problem? Russia is corrupt countrie now .... worries than the soviet Union. Putin knows how to uses the system + trained by one of the bested all time spy group kGB . Putin was unrated for decades. Russia should be in nato or eu . This whole problem is down to the cold war not having a peaceful agreement for Russia + Ukrainian.

[@FredHousehold]

I believe marcon was right? How is the western world going to stop + get peaceful agreement without Nato troops going into Ukrainian.... no point in sending money without backup.

[@sunnypedaal]

You live in a land of magical thinking, dream on troll

[@mikefallwell1301]

@@sunnypedaal it never ends well for mob bosses. Putin and Trump are history. The war will end with Putin

[@cornelisdebilde6850]

I believe that Europe should seriously consider backing Ukraine in every way, even by providing troops. It's crucial to swiftly bring this prolonged conflict to a close to avert a catastrophic outcome. It's a senseless and destructive war instigated by a leader who lacks competence and understands that his authority will crumble once the reality dawns on the Russian people. Sadly, this conflict has resulted in significant loss of life, with nearly half a million soldiers killed or injured. The dictator continues to enlist underprivileged, uneducated young men from Siberia to fight a war in which they have no say.

[@user-ol6gw3uc9q]

Started by Biden's mob in 2014

[@johnmorris1009]

Sending troops is too much of a risk, considering he has nukes. Much of the nuclear talk has been all bluster, but if we push him too far, who knows. I don't think tactical nukes is out of the question.

[@MarkShal-nv6bj]

what kind of reality should dawn on Russian people? That they are being constantly under western aggression?

[@jararank8813]

Canadian military guys are training Polish and Ukrainian soldiers in Poland.

[@Kevvywevvy]

Napoleon syndrome ! A Classic case. Grandiose sense of self-importance A grandiose self-image might lead you to: believe unique traits and talents set you above everyone else consider yourself unstoppable, untouchable, or destined for great and important things have persistent feelings of superiority A narcissistic psychopath and probably Bi polar.

[@faiththrower7951]

Wow just described Donald Trump.

[@Kevvywevvy]

@user-dr2vg9vj2y apologies, it's a known metaphor. I do not wish to disrespect the French. But there's truth in little man syndrome.

[@Kevvywevvy]

@user-dr2vg9vj2y it's a known metaphor. Widely used to describe Little Man syndrome. It's on Wiki and Google.

[@mikefallwell1301]

@user-dr2vg9vj2y that may be France's biggest problem

[@jararank8813]

Same same, but different as they say in Thailand.@@faiththrower7951

[@emiliat.5881]

Like someone said “ if you signal to Putin you willing to send weapons but not want to engage further” it send a signal of weakness

[@jeffperteet2327]

No wonder Trump loves Putin so much

[@jeshkam]

Jeff, you're watching too much of Kimmel & Colbert.

[@williamwells1862]

Great insight.

[@RaggedRomeo]

Browder should start a legal process to get the frozen assets, he says that the funds should be taken, but under what legal mechanism?

[@goenzoy712]

There is none What makes it even more bizarre that assets are bonds ( debt titles) Confiscate buyers of UK or EU debt is not that smart

[@SuezWSuezW]

@@goenzoy712 Nah. When the bonds mature, the interest and face value goes to Ukraine as war reparations. Simple. It's happened after a lot of wars since time immemorial (241 BC). en.wikipedia.org/wiki/War_reparations

[@Comm.DavidPorter]

Confiscation of the property of belligerents is time-honored, as "His Lordship" Lord Baltimore found out when the State of Maryland seized "His Lordship's Manor on Monocacy" and sold the lots off to US Army officers in 1781.

[@jararank8813]

They confiscated most of the RuZZian houses in Carlsbad - Karlovy Vary in Czech Republic, finally most of the RuZZian spies are gone!@@goenzoy712

[@iainhunneybell]

Love te sign-off salute to Bill, John ❤

[@paulnewsome6289]

Real Estate Developers / tenant ranchers talking about "Resepect" gives me the shivers.!

[@xxJustPinkxx1]

Macron said about putting French troops in Ukraine. He didn’t say NATO troops. That’s what my ears heard when I listened to what Macron said. 🇺🇦🇬🇧

[@Pippie5555]

You are right.

[@RVAN-rj4ec]

RESPECT CANNOT BE DEMANDED, BUT THE PRINCIPLE IS GIVE RESPECT AND GET RESPECT...

[@MarleneZKaiser]

HE seems to have no limit to his respect from the people in Russia. Inside Russia was explaining what his constant propaganda has caused the people to be like and he is fearful that it will takes generations to bring the people back to caring for each other and treating them right.

[@arlinearzuca1479]

Today they jailed Navalny lawyer….

[@danielgonzales5837]

He need to sleep before we all sleep forever.

[@jararank8813]

and brother, Putler is very keen to get to The Hague.

[@hawklord100]

I have read that there is close to $60B of interest sitting around the coffers of europe on russian money, it is clear that giving that to Ukraine so it can buy the latest weaponary instead of being giving 20 and 30 year old stuff that is runing close to its scrap date would be a lot better for Ukraine and a lot worse for russia.

[@MarkShal-nv6bj]

What would they do with this money? Stuff currency into cannons? That's actually a huge western problem, you believe, that you can just throw money at the problem to fix it.

[@paulnewsome6289]

Bill is a champion of the obvious which the political class is blind to.

[@leifharmsen]

Isn't Crimea alone worth 300 billion ?

[@tordsgaming2740]

We're already at war with Russia, Putler said so himself that he is at war with NATO. XD

[@carolwilliams8511]

But he isn't. If he were the war would be over now.

[@stephensmith799]

Putin is not ‘like’ a mafia boss. He is a mafia boss.

[@user-ju6ud4go6b]

Yes it is like a mafia boss and then one of your own comes along and then takes you out.

[@grunherzjg-5443]

👏👏👏👏👏👏👏👏

[@thewindoo]

Ruzzia always has purged their best.

[@giselameunier4788]

navalny was an Cia agent and racist, the best yeah

[@scytale6]

Never met a Russian who would say anything bad about Putin.

[@Jr642yF69]

That's precisely

[@chirpywiggins5796]

Could be our demise as well !!

[@mikeh5431]

Trumpy poopy pants is emulating him, or wants to

[@collinbillingsley9798]

Always an exceptional perspective! Thank you!

[@tanadevilalloga]

👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻

[@MrSpratters]

What's the difference between,respect and fear or the difference between bravery and stupidity.?

[@williamwells1862]

The CIA provides. You cannot discuss that.

[@neilg6675]

'Experts' have been saying this for 2 years now. He looks just as in control of russia now as he did then.

[@alamer2503]

👍👍

[@brianlindsay8690]

🇨🇦👀🇺🇦💪

[@tompabay8721]

👍👍👍

[@matebalota9987]

A 72 years old 1,70 m small imperialist totalitarian KGB dictator and Mafiosi from the dvor

[@RichardTaylor1630]

Mr. Browder should have a talk with Mike Johnson.

[@johnsavage6628]

Who are you kidding? Putin isn't going anywhere. You need to be concerned who comes after him?

[@AnzalnaSatar]

Listen up Amricans

[@FallenLeaf73]

we're listening. All ears 😎

[@w.reidripley1968]

The 2 major candidates -- 1. A brain damage case who couldn't stop authoritarianism if he tried, which he will not 2. The Annoying Orange that knows better than to start it, despite the fervent wishes of his opposition.

[@angelteo2701]

Evil is allowed to triumph when good people do nothing.

[@ComaDave]

(see also: "Presidential immunity")

[@henrikarboejensen812]

If he don't do first, the other guy will, and the more he find suspicious and let go off, the sharper the remainings tool will get. They can make many mistakes , he can make 0. A constant 0 mistake path churns out lower and lower odds.

[@edwardsianski725]

kaputin is a mob boss who is gradually losing his sheen. He is a man with no clothing masquerading as a Czar.

[@marisabenson1222]

Why doesn’t someone do a Charlie Chaplin (as the little dictator) on putin?

[@WingkKong]

He does not want to control Europe He just do not like the western army come near Russia

[@Annie-yv7rc]

Very brave family full respect

[@anthonyscully2998]

Respected? Feared.

[@user-tx6vx4bu1o]

Poison is stored in small botles...

[@tikaanipippin]

Banks don't want to be subject to politicians in that if politicians make a bank give up their clients' funds, then nobody's money is safe in that bank. No wizard would use Gringotts, if it were run and staffed by Wizards (or Muggles)! Trust is a major element in banking.

[@giselapfeifer4666]

I don't see any mafia boss mentality and would rather point the finger right back to the accuser..!!

[@jj-ry2db]

Interesting. This man seems to know much.

[@DanSk451]

Putin will know their first name(s) when it happens.

[@salravioli]

All bosses get replaced.

[@RusijadoTokija-oc9nz]

Free Ireland, Free Scotland, Free Wells please.

[@philstanton231]

What I just don't get is, why do we keep telling Putin what we won't do.

[@kevingrimbeek2106]

Sometimes some things need to be said out loud to get a reaction, be it positive or negative! 🤔😳

[@user-lm9zg9uz3f]

Better to be ftiends than enemies

[@pauljongen3022]

We all are novitsjoked! 😮😮

[@dave-hp3rf]

Bill your a true gentleman and a truthful speaker keep on going mate as an aussie i respect you very much.

[@celalozdemir664]

Hitmen sovyet mafyası.

[@catherinemeakes9234]

In some photos of Putin he looks quite mad shows how strong Alexei was. Putin was and is so scared of a now dead body soar in the memory of the world Alexei.

[@russellspeed1693]

Another children's bedtime fairytale from Bill. Fantastic !!

[@diff326]

I have got understand Putin's reason to get Mr.Browder to Mordor justice.

[@lynnmcquillan2338]

But Putin is doing nothing to be respected for 🤷‍♀️ go figure..

[@MarkShal-nv6bj]

He is doing nothing to be respected by the West (if there is such thing amongst western politicians), he is respected among Russians tho.

[@ennediend2865]

The poisoner will be poisoned...

[@Hawk286]

1% of 300bn is still millions of dollars....we should grab it.

[@user-ik3vd5sc9d]

I've seen and heard through interviews of Russian citizens, they're afraid to comment which isn't respect. He's a vengeful, frightened & jealous child.

[@dalemckinnie6256]

But that is Little Adolf's end game. His own demise. He has already picked out his grave site in an undisclosed secure location. He knows what happened to his big brother.

[@billy2807]

Sanctions take time, even when perfectly executed. It would be like if your neighbor got you fired, then looked out his window a week later and saw that you weren't homeless yet, and started shouting that it had no effect. They saved $600B to start their war, specifically to resist sanctions. Time under sanctions is what matters.

[@doubleslit9513]

Remind me never to get on the wrong side of Bill Browder. This guy has been merciless in his criticism of Putin.

[@RobinFaichney]

Putin is "deeply vengeful"... who does that remind me of...?

[@warrenwalker8170]

Why oh why the 1962 silly headphones

[@jasper3930]

Its the classic Tyrannt syndrome going back throughout history. Tamerlane, Genghis etc etc. Rule by fear... Sadly it still works in our age of so called civilized society.

[@suki4410]

Pootin is afraid of people with flowers.