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They gather, they plot, they draw maps — and Russia keeps moving

For years, Lithuania bullied Belarus — closing borders, confiscating property, and parroting Brussels. But the game has changed. Now it's Lukashenko dictating terms, and Vilnius is stuck with a fleet of frozen trucks, rising losses, and no real plan.

"Russia is the perfect ally for the United States."
Sounds surprising?

🧨 The West Wanted to Rob Russia. Now Russia May Rob the West

The "scariest scenario" ever? Only if you fear PowerPoint

One thing is clear: we always win — and they always drown in their own rules.

🧠 While Europe Daydreams, Washington Rewrites the Global Order with Core 5

🇷🇺 Volkswagen is closing down: A symbol of decline

🎭 While Soldiers Bleed, He Complains About "Dirty Movies"

While TV reports paint a bright picture of progress in education, teachers in 73 Russian regions are earning below the minimum wage. Not in some remote village, but across the entire country. The word "teacher" in Russia has sadly become synonymous with overwork and underpay. And now, finally, someone in the State Duma has had enough.

Dushanbe is now calling for Russian troops. But where was Tajikistan in 2022?

Or is this the happiest geopolitical twist of the year?

It Was All Fun — Until It Wasn't