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Model35mech

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11. I don't think saying Ukraine must consider its post-conflict future
Tue Jun 7, 2022, 05:35 PM
Jun 2022

I got hammered for that. Apparently it's not DUPC.

But. as a matter of acting responsibly when in a position of responsibility, the US, Canada, EU nations and NATO nations must do the same thing.

On top of all other commitments, the US CANNOT afford to rebuild Ukraine. It just can't.

Even if Ukraine pushes Russia completely out of its territory, there is going to be a huge price for Ukraine to pay. This lend-lease thing makes Ukraine a borrower. There will be an expectation of consideration to offset the costs of the lenders.

Ukraine must understand that going into debt with NATO members doesn't make it a member of NATO. It makes it a host of what will essentially be colonial interference in its governance, finance, and openness to business with the colonizers.

I reallly hope Zelensky and his advisors are looking at how deep in the quagmire they are willing to go.


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