Pakistan: Veterans of Pakistan (VOP) – Press Release (29.04.2022)

Ukraine: Zakharova thinks a War is a One-Way Street…

We have already commented the other day on statements by British Deputy Defense Minister [James] Heappey about okaying Ukraine’s strikes on Russian military targets” (…) In other words, the West is openly calling on Kiev to attack Russia, even with weapons received from NATO countries” (…) “Further evidence that [Ukrainian President Vladimir] Zelensky’s regime is not independent in its decisions and is completely dependent on external handlers” (…) “I would like Kiev and Western capitals to take seriously the statements of our country’s Defense Ministry that further Ukrainian provocations to strike Russian targets will definitely lead to a harsh response from Russia” – Foreign Ministry Spokeswoman Maria Zakharova (28.04.2022).

In Moscow it must be tough to see the West and the European Union unceremoniously support and helps Kyiv. That got to sting after the Russians has tried to forge allies and networks within Europe to sow disunity and dismantle the European Union (EU). The Russians succeeded with Brexit and that was very clever, indeed. However, they have not been able to break the European solidarity or will to help each other out.

That’s why the Russians are calling foul and with anger, as the European and Western leaders are directly supporting Kyiv. They are coming, visiting and showing what they want to do. In such a manner, which haven’t been shown before. The Russians shouldn’t be surprised or think anything of it. They are mentally prepared for heaven and Third World War. That is if you believe the National Broadcasts or the Russian Propaganda, which is spoon-fed to the public within the Federation. Nevertheless, the bravado only get you so far.

Zakharova is saying this, as we know the Russians are good at giving warnings and promising the next big war. They are promising new fronts and frontiers. This is to strike fear and seen this tactic being used during this war. The Russians has spoken of possible nuclear war and also attack any convoy or any transports into Ukraine. That’s what they have said and anyone doing so could become a target.

Now, they are making it even harder. The Russians just wants the Ukrainian to naturally run dry and not have supplies. That is natural from their sense, but they cannot stop arms trade or put an arms embargo. They can petition the United Nations, but I wouldn’t bank on it getting voted on or even get through. Because, there is nothing illegal in trading weapons and arms to Ukraine at this moment. It is only hurting the pride of Russia.

Russian Federation should be more worried about their shoddy logistics, their losses of tanks and mechanical divisions inside Ukraine. As the farmers and civilians has taken them and the Ministry of Defence has gotten lots of equipment to use against the Russians. Therefore, the biggest supplier of military equipment and vehicles happens to be Russians and the Ukrainian forces are now using it against them.

They are saying the NATO and West is interfering and directing Ukraine. However, NATO isn’t directly participating and neither is other Western forces. The Ukrainian have only gotten supplies and help from the West. They have bought and donated arms. Nevertheless, the Ukrainian military haven’t been ordered or followed directions from Pentagon or anywhere else. That is what the Kremlin and Moscow wants the world to believe in.

Alas, that is not the case. Also, the Russians are really stupid, if they believe they can violate Ukraine on the daily, but not expect any retaliation or attacks on their own soil. That should be expected, as Ukraine is attacking convoys and other installations to stifle the Russian military. If they think they can only violate, destroy and massacre Ukrainians without any ramifications. The Russian delusion is seriously a drug and can make people blind. That is how it looks from the outside. A war happens to be this way and not only for one party to attack the other, but for the defensive one to show force against the other too. That shows that Russians doesn’t have good defences and aren’t able to strike against counter-attacks. This is a weakness and not Ukraine’s fault, but Kremlin and the Russian army itself. To say it would bring more hurt and suffering.

Well, Ukrainians has seen the savagery, the devastation and the war-crimes Russians commits. They know what you guys do… and the retaliation will not be something they haven’t already seen. Therefore, Kremlin better take the attacks on the chin and humble itself. Since, when you start a war… you don’t know how it will play out. The Russians should know this… since the Blitzkrieg was supposed to last 3 days, but we are now over 60 days. Therefore, get your act together.

A war isn’t a one-way street, but maybe Kremlin forgot about that. Kyiv would answer and not the answers Moscow wanted. Peace.

Moldova: Is Transnistria the next separatist region to swallowed into the Ukrainian conflict?

For 30 years, the Moldovan army has been left without equipment, without military equipment and combat-ready means. We are now aware of the consequences” – President Maia Sandu

Transnistria has stopped all men of fighting age from leaving its territory. Moldova views this move as a concerning escalation” (Samuel Ramani, 28.04.2022).

Long queues entering and leaving Transdniestra after several attacks in Moldovas breakaway region. Both Russia and Ukraine blame each other for “provocations”” (Neave Barker, 28.04.2022).

On the 2nd April 2022 there was reports and intelligence gathered tat in Transnistria, the Russian separatist region of the Republic of Moldova. That there was plans to make provocations and demonstrating actions towards the Ukrainian border. This was after reports of moving troops and other things within Transnistria and the Moldovan region of Pridnistrovsk. However, since then it has been little to nothing.

Now in the last 48 hours things has started to move quickly. The Romanian forces are sent to the border region of Moldova. While the Bulgarian Foreign Minister has told it’s citizens to leave Moldova.

While there been talks of false-flag operations going on in Tiraspol within Transnistria as a way of making excuses for military movements and possible changes. There was even use of Russian grenade launcher at a public building, which implies the tactic used elsewhere is now being here. The OSCE is planned to travel to review the current state of affairs. Where the OSCE Special Representative and Special Envoy will meet Transdniestrian leader Vadim Krasnoselsky and Transdniestrian Chief Negotiator Vitaly Ignatiev. However, we will not know that will go or even happen at this point.

Moldovan President Maia Sandu has all the rights to be worried, as this is an escalation and one that has been followed for some time. It is a reason why the General Staff or Armed Forces of Ukraine was stating this in early April. That was a signal that two things could possibly happen.

One Transnistria would be used as an another front and a way into Ukraine. So, that the Ukrainian forces have yet another frontline. This would be used to make a corridor and attack Odessa from a new angle.

Second is that Transnistria would be used as a tool to annex or even takeover Moldova as whole. To take Moldova and put that under control from Kremlin. In such a manner and a hostile invasion from within, by using the separatist region as a springboard to invade Chisinau.

Both possibilities are there. First we should see if Krasnoselsky is travelling to Moscow anytime soon. Where he will sign a similar agreement to what the Donbas “People’s Republic’s” did in late February. Because, if that happens and the Russian President Putin puts his orders and decrees in order. Than we know it’s on and it’s bound to happen. In such a manner of which we have previously seen in Ukraine for more than 60 days.

The proper disinformation from Russian sources and outlets are saying “Romanian” troops are soon invading Moldova. Which is not the truth, as the brigades and troops there is on the border to “peacekeeping” and ensure the territorial integrity of Romania. Alas, also the blame-game inside Transnistria, where separatist are blaming Ukraine and Ukrainian are saying Russians are behind it.

Nevertheless, we do know that the “false-flag” operations has been modus operandi of Moscow and Kremlin. They tried several attempts ahead of the official start of the conflict in Ukraine. So, seeing similar activity in Transnistria now isn’t shocking, but showing the intent of Russian forces and separatists.

If Russia does anything here and escalates it. That shows they intentionally do this to every separatist region and such, which they have in other former USSR republic. Heck, all other former USSR republics should be warned and the Eastern flank of NATO needs further boosting. Since, the Russian are on a warpath and they are settling old grudges. While the independent states are losing, as they were branching closer to Europe and Brussels, which isn’t in the interest of Moscow. Peace.

Ukraine: United Nations Secretary-General’s remarks to the press in three locations outside of Kyiv (28.04.2022)

BURYANKA TOWN:
When I see those destroyed buildings, I must say what I feel. I imagined my family in one of those houses that is now destroyed and black. I see my granddaughters running away in panic, part of the family eventually killed. So, the war is an absurdity in the 21st century. The war is evil. And when one sees these situations our heart, of course, stays with the victims. Our condolences to their families, but are emotions are that there is no way a war can be acceptable in the 21st century. Look at that.

BUCHA (Church of the St Andrew the First-Called All Saints)
When we this horrendous site, it makes me feel how important it is [to have] a thorough investigation and accountability. I am glad that International Criminal Court is seized of the situation and that the prosecutor’s office was already here. I fully support the International Criminal Court and I appeal to the Russian Federation to accept to cooperate with the International Criminal Court. But when we talk about war crimes, we cannot forget that the worst of crimes is war itself.

Thank you very much.

IRPIN (destroyed Irpinsky Lipki residential complex)

This horrific scenario demonstrates something that is unfortunately, always true: civilians always pay the highest price. Innocent civilians were living in these buildings. They were paying the highest price for a war for which they had not contributed at all. And this is something everybody should remember, everywhere in the world. Wherever there is a war, the highest price is paid by civilians.

Uzbekistan: Kamilov demoted for defending Ukraine

First of all, the situation around Ukraine is a matter of serious concern in Uzbekistan. Uzbekistan is committed to finding a peaceful solution to the situation and resolving the conflict through political and diplomatic means. For this, first of all, military operations and violence must stop immediately. Uzbekistan has historically had traditionally multifaceted relations with both Russia and Ukraine. And we will continue mutually beneficial cooperation with both countries based on our national interests. We will continue to provide humanitarian assistance to Ukraine in these difficult times and will continue to do so in light of the current difficult situation. In turn, Uzbekistan recognizes the independence, sovereignty and territorial integrity of Ukraine. We do not recognize the Donetsk and Luhansk People’s Republics” – Foreign Minister Abdulaziz Kamilov (17.03.2022).

Today on the 27th April 2022 after three weeks of uncertainty and supposed sickness. The Foreign Minister is officially demoted and Vladimir Norov is appointed in his stead. Norov was the Foreign Minister between 2006-2010. So, he is an experienced man for the role. Kamilov is moved (appointed) to become the Deputy Secretary of Uzbekistan’s Security Council. Where Kamilov will be responsible for Foreign Policy and Security.

So, most likely the reason why he has been in the shadow and not been heard is because of his stance. He stood in defiance against Kremlin and President Putin. It is now clear that speech in the Parliament in March cost his prestigious position as the Foreign Minister.

Kamilov is a man of Uzbekistan who stood in solidarity with Ukraine. He defended Ukraine against the Russian aggression and violation of their sovereignty. That says something about him. This should be recognized as he is demoted and his future is now sealed.

Since he did that statement in Parliament he was not to be seen. That seems like a deliberate act of the Uzbekistan government and authorities. Because, they would fear backlash and the ramification of doing this. This is why his first silenced, not seen and rumours of his sickness.

Now weeks after that there is now reports of demotions and someone to overtake his role. Yes, an experienced man and someone who has held this office before. That’s why that man will not defend the “indefensible” and “offend” Kremlin. He will be careful and dance softly to the tunes of Putin.

That’s what Kamilov dared to challenge and defend Kyiv. He didn’t be another token puppet of Moscow. Kamilov stood for something and it was righteous. That’s why he was silenced and later when the fade went away demoted. This is very obvious…

The authorities and government of Tashkent might refute or rebuke this. However, the sun is set on it and they wouldn’t have hid the man. If he didn’t offend the Don or didn’t baffle the autocrats of Uzbekistan. Because, if this was supported he would have been praised and wouldn’t have been hidden. However, they took him out of the public sphere and now weeks later demoted. That is just showing that the Uzbekistan government is answering a diplomatic impasse, which was possibly created.

Nevertheless, Kamilov did something righteous and was brave to do so. The government of Tashkent is clearly afraid of Moscow and that’s why they did this… Peace.

Opinion: Putin warns of “lightening-fast” retaliation [Putin’s War-Cry Part IV]

If someone intends to intervene in the situation in Ukraine from the outside and create unacceptable threats of a strategic nature — the retaliatory blows will be lightning-fast” – President Vladimir Putin (27.04.2022).

Today is the 63rd Day of Russian-Belorussian war and the Russian President Putin continues with his rhetoric. It seems like a never ending story and since decreeing the war. He knows perfectly well and the reasons for doing so is swiftly moving and changing. The Russian President is always ensuring to make the victims to villains. While his ideals and reasons are “righteous”. However, that is typical of a war-lord and Putin is just that.

He continues:

In this regard, I would like to emphasise again: all the goals of the special military operation launched on February 24 will definitely be attained in order to guarantee peace and security for the residents of the Donetsk and Lugansk people’s republics, of Russian Crimea, and our entire country in a historical perspective. We must be aware and confident that our soldiers and officers have averted a real danger posed to our Motherland. Their courage, determination, and heroism have prevented a larger conflict that would have unfolded on our territory, but following someone else’s scenarios. The forces that have always pursued a policy of containing Russia – historically indeed, they did so in ancient times, and you know very well why they did this – they do not want such a huge and independent country that is too big for their ideas. They believe it endangers them simply by the fact of its existence. Although this is far from reality; it is they who endanger the world” (Putin, 27.04.2022).

Again he doesn’t call it war, but a special military operation. That is a lie in itself and shows how he disregard the people of Ukraine. Since, if the Ukrainian or any other foreign forces attacked Russia like he attacks Ukraine. He wouldn’t accept to call it a “special operation” but a War.

That’s why when you cannot be sincere by such a fact. You know the rest is just patriotic nonsense. Putin is warning anyone of interfering and supporting Ukraine. That he has done before and continues to do. This because he wants to strike fear and stop the support of the Ukrainian forces, which is defending itself.

He speaks of the historical reasons for taking over these territories. However, Kyiv and Ukraine has fought for it’s independence back to around the 1600s. So, Putin is not the one for caring about historical accuracies. Russian President Putin only does this to further the interests of an imperial Russia and trying to forge a modern Soviet (USSR). He surely miss the age of USSR and being a KGB agent, but Ukraine and former USSR republic’s doesn’t remember the tyranny fondly. That’s why the Russian forces wasn’t met with flowers, but was met with Javelins.

We already know that the Russians intends to annex more territories in Ukraine. That being Donbas and Crimea. This will be done permanently and take about 15% of the Ukrainian territory. A way of carving a little by little, but by the end of time ensuring the whole Republic has become a part of Russia. That is the motivation and a way of enforcing Russian control of all it. There is no belief of the sovereign Ukraine in Kremlin or the Duma. Not at this point.

He speaks of huge independent country and believe it endangers the world. However, Russia is endangering the world and shows what sort of means it has. There is no remorse for the massacres, rapes and total destruction of Ukraine. We have seen the pictures, videos and what sort of war-crimes the Russians has done in Ukraine. Therefore, there is no mercy from Kremlin or Russia. The only thing it is bringing Ukraine is bloodshed and atrocities. Two things nobody needs and Putin is the proud warlord.

He comes with yet another war-cry and warn the world. However, he should be worried the moment the guns is silenced and the war is over. Especially, if the Ukrainians are able to contain and stop the movement of Russian troops. Also, if the Ukrainians are able to retake and make the Russians retreat. Since, the world will support them and their rights. After being violated and brutally assaulted by their neighbour.

Putin should worry if he loses. There be no joy and no return to the table among the heads of state in Europe. Except for the puppets and Pro-Russian agents, which he supports across the continent. However, these will be losing too and they know it. Since, Europe rebuke them for what they stand for and the fascism they bringing to the table. Peace.

Pakistan: Peshawar High Court Bar Association – Press Release (27.04.2022)

Ukraine: President Putin blames Kyiv [and wants to annex Donbas and Crimea permanently]

After the authorities in Kiev In fact, publicly, I want to emphasize this, publicly, through the mouths of the top officials of the states, they stated that they do not intend to implement these Minsk agreements, we were forced to recognize these states as independent and independent in order to stop the genocide of people who live in these territories, I repeat once again: this is a forced measure to stop the suffering of people who live in these territories. Unfortunately, our colleagues in the West preferred not to notice all this” – President Vladimir Putin (25.04.2022.).

The Russian President has the nerve, a man who is willing to lie and come so easily with threats. That’s the sort of man he is… while his forces together with Belorussian allies are violating Ukraine on the daily. It is striking that his speaking of Donbas and the ones in LNR/DNR when we know about the forced migration and the brutality of the Russian forces within Ukraine.

President Putin clearly doesn’t value lives and only wants to relieve the greatness of the USSR. If not he wants to have an Empire in his name. Today’s press conference just shows that and his arrogance is very clear. Like we don’t know and that we are supposed to believe his words. However, the propaganda is working maybe internally in Russia, but outside the Federation. We have working minds and can get enlightened.

He continues:

Ukraine pronounces very strict security guarantees for itself: they will not extend to the territory of Crimea, Sevastopol and Donbass. Our actions to create conditions for the continuation of the contractual process followed. Instead, we faced a provocation in Bucha, and the Ukrainian side withdrew from its agreements in Istanbul. Now security requirements are one thing, and the issues of regulating relations over Crimea, Sevastopol and Donbass are taken out of their scope. That is, we have again returned to a dead end situation for ourselves and for all of us” – President Vladimir Putin (25.04.2022).

This is coming from the man who made the brigade and gave honourable titles on the soldiers who participated and did the war-crimes of Bucha. President Putin knows what the Russian forces did, the raping, torturing, killings and mass-graves. The Russian forces just show their ruthlessness, their genocidal ways and scorched earth tactic in Ukraine.

Putin thinks the way and manner he wrote an agreement with the two Donbass separatists leaders and their “People’s Republic’s” that Kyiv should respect this move. The Kremlin and Duma might have signed and recognized these two entities. However, that was done without any consideration and taking into account the sovereign state of Ukraine. Neither was there a legit referendum or anything.

That’s why we know the Minsk Agreement is now an excuse. Just like everyone can see that the Russian Federation has violated the Budapest Memorandum. So, why should we believe that the Russian didn’t break or breach the Minsk Agreement, as it has steadily given arms to separatists in Donbas. We are supposed to believe the weapons just fell from the sky and wasn’t transported from across the border in Russia. That’s how unserious Putin is and shows that he just want to carve up Ukraine.

If Putin gets his will… he will take over 10% or close to possibly 15% of the Ukrainian territory and annex it into Russia. As the DNR/LDR will be directly run from Moscow and not be “independent”. Just like the other separatist republic’s the Russians he has created in Moldova and Georgia. Therefore, his really not sincere and using them as tools to advance the interests. While politicking in internal matters within the former USSR republics.

The warfare in Ukraine only exposes this, as we know the Duma and Kremlin is toying around with other ideas and certainly would like to have a corridor between Transnistria to Crimea. As well, as launching the USSR failed oblast of Tauride Province too. Therefore, the ability and reasoning for carving Ukraine into pieces is everywhere and it’s not hidden. It is exposed and they are only vilifying Ukrainian government and people going there. While not taking accountability or have any concern about how they are directing the war in Ukraine.

That’s why Putin is despicable and it shows. He violated the Minsk Agreement, but says Kyiv did it. His ordering and on the regular basis now violating the Budapest Memorandum. While he dismiss and speaks ill of the Ukrainian government. It shows that it’s no real intent on his part and his only stalling to buy time. In such a way that he can annex as much territory as possible. Peace.

Ukraine: Delegation of the United States of America to the Parliamentary Assembly of the Organization for Security and Cooperation in Europe (OSCE) – Letter urging OSCE to write a declaration stating that Russian actions in Ukraine is genocide (25.04.2022)

Opinion: I believe Scholz is the unknown twin of Orbán

The longer the Russian-Belorussian invasion is happening in Ukraine. The more I am questioning the ones who is blocking, continuing to trade and be relaxed with lacking military support to the forces of Ukraine. We are now in the end of April 2022 and the war started in the end of February 2022. There is enough water under the bridge and the 6 packages of sanctions from the European Union (EU) hasn’t stagnated or destroyed the Russian economy. It is still striving because of people like the German Chancellor and the Hungarian Prime Minister.

The ones mentioned is German Chancellor Olaf Scholz Hungarian Prime Minister Viktor Orbán. These to are comrades and supporters of the same causes. One is doing so in defence of Germany and another does it in favour of Hungary. Instead of showing proper solidarity or using their nations influence to help the sovereign state of Ukraine. They are instead in silence and with internal reasons continuing to fuel the Russian economy, which gives the Russian Federation monetary gains to prolong the war.

That’s why the ones who has spoke ill of Orbán. His a right-wing, nationalist and a man with despicable foreign affairs policies. If not really bad ideas on migration and refugees. That’s what he has strived on for years together with easy populist measures. In this concern it is continuing buying Russian gas and oil.

The same cannot be said Scholz… his not a nationalist or an anti migration or refugees like his Hungarian counterpart. However, his blocking heavy weaponry, not sanctioning Russian coal, gas or oil imports to Germany. That’s why his so similar to Orbán.

I am pretty sure that Scholz don’t want to be aligned or called alike to Orbán. However, in practical sense and with the brutal warfare in Ukraine. Scholz deserves this and held accountable. Other European allies and EU Member States are more in favour of blocking the gas, coal and oil imports from Russia. The same nations are also willing to give what the Defence Ministry of Ukraine needs. Which isn’t just ammunition, but heavy weaponry and even MIG-29 fighter jets.

While Scholz seems to be cautious and wanting the Parliament to sign it off. He don’t want to sign-off himself as a Chancellor. We know that, because if he could… he would have done so and ensured it. He wants to evaluate everything and ensure the best address for the German industry before doing so. This means that the possibility of supporting Ukraine depends on internal interests and not directly on the needs of Ukraine. That is the sort of fella Scholz is and that just sounds like Orbán.

Orbán wouldn’t risk involvement or supply weapons to Ukraine. Neither would he stop buying gas or oil from Russia. That is all, because the Hungarian wants to be “neutral” and not “directly” involved in the conflict, but they are ensuring profits and money from the sale of energy to Hungary. That’s why you know that move isn’t really “neutral” but indirectly supporting Kremlin and Russia.

The same can now be said about Berlin and Scholz. It has gone over 50 days of warfare and his in-actions shows his lack of concern and more indirectly caring about internal affairs. That’s why Germany and Scholz isn’t really supporting of Kyiv. Only on paper and with some soft sound-bites. However, the Chancellor will easily stifle help or diplomatic efforts with a slow-moving German bureaucracy, which in the end will be beneficial for Russia.

That’s why the unknown twin of Orbán is Scholz. Maybe not by DNA or such, but they brothers from another mother. They are inter-connected by their behaviour and relaxed attitude towards the war-torn Kyiv. That’s why they could be comrades and be allies. Scholz might not like that, but it’s hard to see difference between him and Orbán. It’s only the flag and political banner which is different. The rest is more of the same and the lack of needed support Ukraine is devastating. They are both seeing the results, the war-crimes and the acts of the Russian invader.

Still, for both of these men, the most important thing is their own pockets and not risking anything. While a sovereign is burning and they are banking on the downfall of Kyiv. That’s how it seems and they hope this will not have ramifications or costs for Europe. As one of their own is lost. However, if they are doing so… they are giving Russia a headway and the borders are getting closer to them.

The Iron Curtain won’t be that far from Budapest or Berlin. They should be concerned and help the front-lines of Europe. Nevertheless, after all this time. I wouldn’t count on it. Peace.