KFAR SABA, Israel — With the war in the Ukraine reaching a critical point, one wonders if Russia’s offensive will lead to an even bigger conflagration, perhaps involving China. If Ukraine falls, will China go after “its territory” of Taiwan, viewing it as easy pickings? The future of the West hangs in the balance, not necessarily because of the status of parts of … [Read more...] about The West Is in Dire Need of Backbone
Ukraine and Russia: What you need to know right now
Published by Reuters(Reuters) - Here's what you need to know about the Ukraine crisis right now: HEADLINES * Moscow faced increasing isolation on Tuesday as President Vladimir Putin showed no sign of stopping an invasion of Ukraine, where fierce fighting and Russian bombardment have killed dozens and sparked a refugee crisis. * The 193-member U.N. General Assembly began meeting … [Read more...] about Ukraine and Russia: What you need to know right now
We’ve Done This Too
During these horrifically sad days, like so many others around the world, I have been following the events in Ukraine. As I do so, I find my memory returning to a time two decades ago when my fellow Americans were justifying the war President G.W. Bush was about to launch in Iraq. I have a memory of sitting down with coffee to watch Colin Powell make the American case to … [Read more...] about We’ve Done This Too
EU eyes Ukrainian membership, could be bargaining chip in Russia talks
Published by Reuters UKBy Jan Strupczewski BRUSSELS (Reuters) -European Union leaders may discuss the possibility of Ukrainian membership at an informal summit in March, a senior EU official said on Monday, adding the issue was important for Ukraine in discussions with Russia on ending the conflict. Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskiy said on Monday that he had signed an … [Read more...] about EU eyes Ukrainian membership, could be bargaining chip in Russia talks
BULLIES LIKE PUTIN UNDERSTAND ONE LANGUAGE
by John L. Micek If this were an ordinary column, I’d offer some neat prescription or exhort policymakers to take action on the solution to the crisis happening in Ukraine that’s staring them in the face. But the truth is that I don’t have a pithy solution or a soundbite-sized call to action as the United States and its allies confront a humanitarian disaster in the … [Read more...] about BULLIES LIKE PUTIN UNDERSTAND ONE LANGUAGE
Switzerland ditches longtime neutality: joins EU in sanctioning Russia
Published by DPASwitzerland has adopted the same sanctions against Russia as the European Union, following a decision by the Federal Council in Bern on Monday. The move was unusual for the traditionally neutral country but not unexpected. Swiss President Ignazio Cassis said on Sunday that his government was considering freezing Russian assets in the country in response to … [Read more...] about Switzerland ditches longtime neutality: joins EU in sanctioning Russia
ZELENSKY THE HERO (CARTOON)
DUSTBIN OF HISTORY (CARTOON)
Putin’s Ukraine invasion could be a first step to his own ouster
By expanding his invasion of Ukraine, Russia’s Vladimir Putin has taken the first historic steps towards the suffocation of his own authoritarian rule. His regime could meet a graceless end but Russia and Russians will survive and hopefully flourish after some time. That is because Putin cannot escape defeat in the full-on economic war declared by the US and Europe. … [Read more...] about Putin’s Ukraine invasion could be a first step to his own ouster
IN TIME OF WAR, REPUBLICANS GIVING AID AND COMFORT TO THE ENEMY
I’m old enough to remember when rabid rightist Republicans proclaimed “Better Dead Than Red” and insisted that anyone who was “soft” on Russia should leave this country and go live over there. I never imagined, back when they paraded themselves as America’s true patriots, that they’d ever pull the ultimate switcheroo and morph from patriots to appeasers. But hey, you live … [Read more...] about IN TIME OF WAR, REPUBLICANS GIVING AID AND COMFORT TO THE ENEMY
Russian Tennis Player Andrey Rublev Writes ‘No War Please’ on Camera
Published by Sports IllustratedBy Madison Williams The Russian tennis player recently won a doubles title with a Ukrainian player. View the original article to see embedded media. Following his semi-final win over Hubert Hurkacz in the Dubai Tennis Championships on Friday, world No. 7 Andrey Rublev, a Russian star, left a message on the camera. “No War Please,” he wrote. The … [Read more...] about Russian Tennis Player Andrey Rublev Writes ‘No War Please’ on Camera
SAVVY STABLE (CARTOON, COLUMN AND VIDEO)
Tucker Carlson asked himself, rhetorically, on his show this week, “Why do I hate Putin?” His whole deal is that we shouldn’t hate Vladimir Putin or support Ukraine during this war. Yes, it’s a war now. Vladimir Putin has invaded Ukraine. Tucker claims Ukraine isn’t a sovereign nation and the entire situation is over a border dispute. Vladimir Putin is a liar and he has … [Read more...] about SAVVY STABLE (CARTOON, COLUMN AND VIDEO)
PUTIN’S TARGETS (Cartoon)
Satire: Ukraine
Sung to the tune of West Side Story's Maria) Na solidarnist? z ukrayins?kym narodom By Laurie Baron Crimea! It was mere practice, Crimea. For the invasion pain I’ll inflict upon Ukraine. You’ll see in Ukraine. The Ukraine, It claims it’s a nation, the Ukraine. It was Russian under the Czars And under the commissars. We’re back in Ukraine. I’ve prevented … [Read more...] about Satire: Ukraine
Biden picks Ketanji Brown Jackson as historic U.S. Supreme Court nominee
Published by ReutersBy Jarrett Renshaw, Jeff Mason and Lawrence Hurley WASHINGTON (Reuters) - President Joe Biden has selected federal appellate judge Ketanji Brown Jackson to become the first Black woman to serve on the U.S. Supreme Court, the White House said on Friday, setting the stage for a confirmation battle in the closely divided Senate. Biden picked Jackson, 51, for a … [Read more...] about Biden picks Ketanji Brown Jackson as historic U.S. Supreme Court nominee
THE JACKASS AND THE SNAKE (CARTOON)
Fighting in Kyiv as Putin calls for Ukraine coup
Published by AFPKyiv (AFP) - Ukrainian forces fought off Russian troops in the capital Kyiv on Friday on the second day of a conflict that has claimed dozens of lives, as Russian President Vladimir Putin called on the Ukrainian army to remove the country's leadership. Small arms fire and explosions were heard in the city's northern district of Obolonsky as what appeared to be … [Read more...] about Fighting in Kyiv as Putin calls for Ukraine coup
Biden hits Russia with new sanctions for ‘premeditated’ Ukraine attack
Published by ReutersBy Steve Holland, Jeff Mason and Nandita Bose WASHINGTON (Reuters) -President Joe Biden hit Russia with a wave of sanctions on Thursday after Moscow invaded Ukraine, measures that impede Russia's ability to do business in major currencies along with sanctions against banks and state-owned enterprises. Biden described Russian President Vladimir Putin as an … [Read more...] about Biden hits Russia with new sanctions for ‘premeditated’ Ukraine attack
America’s cost of ‘defending freedom’ in Ukraine: Higher food and gas prices and an increased risk of recession
A woman in Ukraine appears to pray as she waits for a train out of Kyiv. AP Photo/Emilio Morenatti William Hauk, University of South Carolina Americans may be tempted to view the war in Ukraine as an unfortunate, but far away, crisis. As an economist, I know the world is too connected for the U.S. to go unaffected. On Feb. 22, 2022, President Joe … [Read more...] about America’s cost of ‘defending freedom’ in Ukraine: Higher food and gas prices and an increased risk of recession
Trump and Putin (Mike Peters Guest Cartoon)
Mike Peters is recognized as one of our nation’s most prominent cartoon artists for his outstanding work as both a political and comic strip cartoonist. His favorite expression “WHAT A HOOT” certainly sums up his outlook on his life and work which are inexorably entwined. Mike’s warm, easygoing and zany demeanor is evidence that his personality matches his creative talents. As … [Read more...] about Trump and Putin (Mike Peters Guest Cartoon)