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Stanje ruske ekonomije najbolje je opisala sama Elvira Nabiulina, šefica Centralne banke Rusije. Prema njenim riječima, ekonomija se kreće po putanji „mekog slijetanja“, bez naglih promjena i velikih turbulencija. Međutim, ovaj izraz zapravo predstavlja novi primjer „putinovskog novogovora“, gdje se neugodne istine skrivaju iza lijepih i neutralnih fraza, poput „negativnog rasta“ ili „eksplozija“ koje se nazivaju „pljeskovima“.

Masivno bombardovanje Odesu počelo je samo sat vremena nakon što je bivši predsednik SAD-a, Donald Tramp, izjavio o napretku u pregovorima sa ruskim predsednikom Vladimirom Putinom. "Razgovarali smo juče, kao što znate, sa predsednikom Putinom i predsednikom Zelenskim, i želeli bismo da to završi. Mislim da nam ide dobro u tom pogledu. Nadam se da ćemo spasiti hiljade života svake nedelje," rekao je Tramp. Ipak, samo nekoliko trenutaka kasnije, Odesa je postala meta brutalnog napada.

U svetu gde se ljudska prava često krše, ne možemo dozvoliti da se ljudi poput Alexeja Musatova izruče u zemlju gde im preti opasnost po život. Njegova hrabra borba za slobodu i ljudska prava predstavlja inspiraciju za sve nas. Alexey je simbol otpora protiv nasilja i represije, i kao takav zaslužuje našu podršku. Zajedno moramo stati protiv nasilja i represije, i boriti se za pravdu. Ova borba je naša zajednička odgovornost, jer sloboda nije samo privilegija, već pravo svakog pojedinca. Ujedinimo se i pokažimo da nećemo stati dok god postoje oni koji se bore za istinu i pravdu. #stopwar #stopputin #freedom #humanrights #standwithalexey

Danas je prvi put nakon dužeg vremena došlo do razmene. U Rusiju se vratilo 175 ljudi koji su bili u zarobljeništvu, dok se u Ukrajinu vratilo 175, plus još 22 ili 23 teško bolesna lica. Sveukupno, to je 197 ljudi. Da li ovo možemo smatrati pravima ljudskim uspehom? Neki će reći da, jer je razmena dugo čekana. Gledajte kako su razgovarali, a uz to je i diktator odlučio da oslobodi još više od dvadeset ljudi koji su mogli umreti. Sada su spašeni i mogu da dobiju lečenje.

Ono što se danas dešava između Putina i Trampa u vezi sa energetskim sistemima je čista besmislica. Jasan primer toga je jučerašnja noć. Čim je razgovor završio, dronovi su se obrušili na ukrajinski grad, uključujući i Kijev, i napali energetsku infrastrukturu. O tome je danas govorio i Zelenski, ističući kako se ovakvi napadi dešavaju usred političkih pregovora i retorike. Očigledno je da se situacija u Ukrajini ne može rešiti samo razgovorima i diplomacijom, dok se istovremeno vrše napadi na nevine civile i ključne objekte. Ova situacija zahteva hitnu pažnju i akciju međunarodne zajednice kako bi se zaštitila ljudska prava i obezbedila sloboda za sve ljude u regionu.

Znate li, s kriminalcima takvog kalibra kao što je Putin, nikakvih pregovora ne bi trebalo biti. Zašto? Oni su osuđeni na propast. Štaviše, ne samo da su osuđeni na propast, oni su dopunski stimulans za kriminalca koji, kao bivši KGB-ovac, smišlja dodatne uslove, ne govoreći „ne“. Usput, apsolutno bi se složili, obavezno, ali. Ali postoji reč „ali“. Dakle, dok ne bude „da“ ili „ne“ konkretno, ovako, ali, u odsustvu reči „ali“, Tramp treba da razume da se nalazi na repu Putina. Upravo će Putin voditi tim repom, tim Trampom. Ova situacija zahteva jasne stavove i odlučnost, jer kompromisi sa takvim liderima samo dodatno legitimizuju njihovo delovanje i produžavaju krize koje uzrokuju.

Svi ostali se rađaju iz ovoga. Donald Trump deluje onako kako ga spoljašnje okolnosti pritiskaju. Vladimir Putin deluje onako kako na njega deluju spoljašnje okolnosti. Naša zadatak je da budemo oni koje spoljašnje okolnosti ne utiču. Mi smo oni koji sami predstavljaju spoljašnje okolnosti. Ukrajina to radi već više od tri godine. Ljudi koji je podržavaju takođe. Bilo da su u Sjedinjenim Američkim Državama ili bilo gde drugde. Dokle god ste na ovoj strani, radite prave stvari. Ne utičemo pojedinačno, ali zajedno. Utičemo na sve. #stopwar #stopputin #ukraine #freedom #humanrights

Na frontu između Ukrajine i Rusije, očigledno je da, uprkos razlici u vojnim potencijalima, postoji paritet. Rusija beleži minimalna pomeranja, dok su njeni gubici daleko veći od ukrajinskih. Ukrajina gubi svoje najbolje sinove, što je za nju izuzetno kritično. Svaki izgubljeni život je tragedija, a gubici koje trpi Rusija su drugačiji, jer se često radi o ljudima koji su regrutovani pod sumnjivim okolnostima.

Dzisidnet Aleksandar Skobov suočava se s mogućom kaznom od 18 godina zatvora zbog svojih stavova i objava o ratu u Ukrajini. Optužen je za "pravdanje terorizma" i "učestvovanje u terorističkom udruženju" zbog svog komentara o eksploziji Krimskog mosta. Ova situacija oslikava brutalnost režima koji ne tolerira bilo kakvu kritiku ili neslaganje. Skobov, koji ima 68 godina, već je bio podvrgnut prinudnom lečenju zbog svojih političkih stavova. Ovaj slučaj je još jedan alarmantan znak za sve nas o stanju ljudskih prava u Rusiji.

Marija Ponomarenko, novinarka osuđena zbog "lažnih vesti", nalazi se na rubu samoubistva. Njena advokatica je izjavila da je na poslednjem suđenju pokazala ožiljak na ruci, govoreći da je presekla vene zbog maltretiranja od strane zatvorske administracije. U objavljenim pismima, Marija izražava očaj i potrebu za pomoći, nagoveštavajući svoje namere na indirektan način kako bi izbegla cenzuru. Marija je osuđena u februaru 2023. godine na 6 godina zatvora zbog objave o napadu ruske vojske na dramski teatar u Mariupolu. Njena situacija osvetljava ozbiljne probleme slobode medija i ljudskih prava u Rusiji, kao i potrebu za međunarodnom podrškom i zaštitom novinara. #stopwar #stopputin #freedomofspeech #humanrights #standwithmarija

The world is once again confronted with the absurdities occurring in Russia. In a recent case, a court in Murmansk declared an image of opposition leader Alexey Navalny to be "extremist symbolism." This decision led to the arrest of photographer Nurlan Sultanov, who shared the photograph of the well-known dissident. Judge Elena Shilovska referenced a prior precedent, arguing that since the Anti-Corruption Foundation and Navalny's team have been designated as extremist organizations, any image of Navalny now constitutes extremism.

Recent investigations by journalists from Mediázona and BBC have identified the names of nearly 98,000 Russian soldiers who have died in the ongoing conflict, with the official count standing at 97,994. This figure represents only those individuals whose identities have been confirmed through open sources, indicating that the actual number of casualties is likely much higher. The staggering toll of war is not just a statistic; it reflects the profound impact on the lives of countless individuals and their families. It is time to confront this reality and take responsibility for the consequences that war brings.

In a significant escalation of hostilities, Russia has launched mass attacks on Ukraine, just hours before a scheduled meeting between Ukrainian and American delegations in Saudi Arabia. Under orders from President Vladimir Putin, more than a hundred drones and a ballistic missile, "Iskander-M," targeted various regions in Ukraine. Reports from the Ukrainian Armed Forces indicate that while a majority of the drones were intercepted, some still managed to reach their destinations. The regions of Donetsk, Kharkiv, Sumy, and Odessa are currently engulfed in flames, with large-scale fires reported in Odessa, where fuel storage tanks are ablaze. Additionally, residential buildings and a warehouse containing children's toys have been struck in the attacks.

Peking je izrazio oštar stav protiv mirnih pregovora koji ne uključuju Ukrajinu i Evropsku uniju. Kineski diplomat Lu Šej je naglasio da mirno rešenje ne može biti definisano isključivo od strane Sjedinjenih Američkih Država i Rusije. On je pozvao evropske prijatelje da preispitaju svoje stavove i uporede politiku Trampove administracije sa pristupom kineske vlade. Lu Šej je istakao da različita rešenja treba biti predmet ravnopravne diskusije, umesto da budu nametnuta od strane nekih izabranih. Takođe, nagovestio je da je Kina pouzdaniji partner od SAD, kritikujući Trampovu politiku. Ovaj stav ukazuje na to da Peking pokušava da preuzme ulogu koju Vašington ostavlja na globalnoj sceni.

In a recent address, Vladimir Putin expressed his unwavering commitment to his plans for Russia, stating that he has no intention of yielding to external pressures. Speaking before the widows of war participants, he emphasized the necessity of choosing a form of peace that satisfies the nation and ensures long-term stability. Putin declared that Russia seeks no one's possessions but will not relinquish its own. He highlighted the need for options that would facilitate stable development in an environment of peace and security for the country.

In the face of ongoing geopolitical tensions, it is essential to recognize the mechanisms that exist to address the actions of leaders like Vladimir Putin. The United States, along with its allies, possesses various tools to counteract aggressive policies and uphold international norms. However, it is crucial to understand that Putin operates from a perspective that lacks a genuine understanding of global dynamics. His approach is not one of diplomacy or technological advancement; instead, it is characterized by a troubling inclination towards violence and oppression. This stark reality demands our attention and action, as the consequences of such leadership can lead to catastrophic outcomes, including mass atrocities. As citizens of the world, we must remain vigilant and advocate for a future that prioritizes peace and cooperation over conflict and destruction.

It begins with a fundamental truth: Putin and peace are incompatible. Putin is an unconditional aggressor and the architect of aggression. Without a doubt, had he shown even the slightest interest in peace, he would not have initiated any of his full-scale invasions. If he truly desired peace today, he could immediately halt the rocket and drone attacks on civilian populations, as well as the mass assaults on civilians and critical infrastructure. This would signal that he is at least somewhat rational and returning to reality. However, this is not applicable to Putin's psychological profile. The illusion that he seeks any form of peace does not exist. Instead, Putin desires war through various means, using operational pauses merely to reorganize his forces and resources.

Užasan slučaj! Municipalna poslanica Jelena Filina još uvijek čeka presudu, dok joj preti kazna od 8,5 godina zatvora zbog navodnog širenja "lažnih informacija" o vojsci. Ova situacija se odnosi na njen post na Fejsbuku iz aprila 2022. godine, u kojem je pisala o tragičnim događajima u Buči i Irpenu. Njena odbrana tvrdi da nije mogla znati zvaničnu poziciju Ministarstva odbrane, koja je objavljena tek 3. aprila, dok je Jelena svoj post napisala tokom noći između 2. i 3. aprila. Nažalost, ovakve priče često ne završavaju srećno. Moramo se boriti protiv straha koji Putin pokušava da nametne! #PravdaZaJelenu #SlobodaGovora

In a troubling development from the Ivanovskaya region, a local resident, 20-year-old Kiril Solovjev, has been sentenced to 14 years in prison for charges including treason, attempted treason, and illegal border crossing. Solovjev, a passionate video gamer, reportedly connected with a Ukrainian gamer and offered money for a drone, expressing his desire to join the Ukrainian armed forces. He was apprehended on the outskirts of the village of Crvena Niva in the Belgorod region, where he was allegedly preparing to cross the border into Ukraine. The Solovjev family has resided in the Ivanovskaya region, raising concerns about the implications of this case for political dissent and personal freedoms in Russia. This incident highlights the intersection of youth culture, gaming, and geopolitical conflict, as well as the severe repercussions individuals may face for their political aspirations in an increasingly repressive environment.

In Novosibirsk, three young individuals have been handed down severe sentences due to their attempt to set fire to the offices of "United Russia" and Putin's election headquarters in Barnaul. Sergey Dementyev, Artem Zhelenkov, and Dmitry Rotkin received sentences of 18, 17, and 16 years in prison, respectively. According to security agency reports, the trio was caught near the headquarters building while preparing to throw Molotov cocktails. Fortunately, no one was injured, and there was no damage to property as a result of their actions. Despite this, the young people, with the youngest being only 18 years old, faced charges ranging from treason to training for the commission of a terrorist act.

In the current geopolitical landscape, it is evident that no one is interested in the continuation of conflict and a rapid return to war, except for Vladimir Putin. This underscores the critical need to maintain unity around Ukraine and to strengthen our country's positions through collaboration with allies, including European nations and the United States. Ukraine requires peace, supported by reliable security guarantees to ensure stability and protect its sovereignty. These sentiments were echoed by President Volodymyr Zelensky, emphasizing the necessity of international solidarity in the face of aggression.

In a recent statement, French President Emmanuel Macron highlighted the growing threat posed by an increasingly armed and aggressive Russia. He emphasized that Russia is not only conducting terrorist actions but also executing mass disinformation campaigns both domestically and across Europe. Macron warned that if President Putin is not stopped, the consequences could extend beyond Ukraine to other nations, including Moldova and potentially Romania. This situation raises serious concerns about the security of Europe and calls for urgent collective action to address the looming threat.