Putin has blown it22 Aug 2025 20:53
Also on Mr Zelensky’s side is the parlous state of the Russian economy. In such a secretive state, no one knows for sure how long Russia can support such a hungry war machine. Much depends on the world price of oil, Russia’s ability to dodge sanctions, and the willingness of China to lend it money. But some sort of financial crisis feels more likely than not, and particularly if Mr Trump turns frostier with the Kremlin' (Ind.)
'Crooked Joe Biden wouldn't let Ukraine attack Russia. You can't win wars that way!' Change of tune there, would you not agree, Tim?