Russia’s grand strategy has evolved to the point of confidently pursuing its objective national interests without hesitation, unlike in years past when it still had hope of reaching a compromise with the West. Former Russian President and incumbent Deputy Chairman of the Security Council Dmitry Medvedev published a detailed end-of-the-year review at
Another good analysis, Andrew. I only wish to underscore the importance of everything Medvedev has been saying and writing in 2022. He is definitely not speaking out on his own. One must take everything President Putin and Medvedev say at face value and very well coordinated. Add to this, the statements of Peskov, Sakharova and Lavrov, and Russia's determination and future direction becomes crystal clear.
And by the way, I believe someone is impersonating Medvedev on Twitter, and an outrageous Medvedev post about supposed Russian goals for the future was retweeted by Elon Musk. Makes Russia look crazy. Somebody(s) in Russia should stay on top of social media misrepresentations of Russian policy and correct them as much as possible. Having a Twitter account where Putin, Lavrov and Medvedev speeches are accurately translated to English would be helpful.
I would say "inexorable" instead of "irreversible", Russia's and the world's transition (transformation) towards multipolarity. This inexorable evolution of global trade and financial systems reminds me of the Russian Orthodox philosophy of TRANSFIGURATION. One might almost say the Orthodox tradition of transfiguration; where the beings or situations become closer to Divine Goodness; the Light of Divinity transforms the person and/or the situation. One must have willpower and humility at the same time to achieve this desired progress in human affairs. The common man of The West, (NOT to be confused with the 'Golden Billions) also wants sovereignty, independence and true justice --- honesty and fidelity in contracts and agreements. We must remember, now, that the fight is against the "name stealers, murderers and blood drinkers", to put it politely. And Russia's Special Military Operation is the beginning of an Holy War against truly demonic influences. Those of us Westerners, actively resisting the Golden Billions, are absolutely thrilled and inspired by what Putin, Lavrov and Medvedev have been saying and the actions Russia is taking. Make no mistake . . . . There is tremendous support for Russia in the West. People are not stupid.
Another good analysis, Andrew. I only wish to underscore the importance of everything Medvedev has been saying and writing in 2022. He is definitely not speaking out on his own. One must take everything President Putin and Medvedev say at face value and very well coordinated. Add to this, the statements of Peskov, Sakharova and Lavrov, and Russia's determination and future direction becomes crystal clear.
I have grown fond of Medvedec!
And by the way, I believe someone is impersonating Medvedev on Twitter, and an outrageous Medvedev post about supposed Russian goals for the future was retweeted by Elon Musk. Makes Russia look crazy. Somebody(s) in Russia should stay on top of social media misrepresentations of Russian policy and correct them as much as possible. Having a Twitter account where Putin, Lavrov and Medvedev speeches are accurately translated to English would be helpful.
I would say "inexorable" instead of "irreversible", Russia's and the world's transition (transformation) towards multipolarity. This inexorable evolution of global trade and financial systems reminds me of the Russian Orthodox philosophy of TRANSFIGURATION. One might almost say the Orthodox tradition of transfiguration; where the beings or situations become closer to Divine Goodness; the Light of Divinity transforms the person and/or the situation. One must have willpower and humility at the same time to achieve this desired progress in human affairs. The common man of The West, (NOT to be confused with the 'Golden Billions) also wants sovereignty, independence and true justice --- honesty and fidelity in contracts and agreements. We must remember, now, that the fight is against the "name stealers, murderers and blood drinkers", to put it politely. And Russia's Special Military Operation is the beginning of an Holy War against truly demonic influences. Those of us Westerners, actively resisting the Golden Billions, are absolutely thrilled and inspired by what Putin, Lavrov and Medvedev have been saying and the actions Russia is taking. Make no mistake . . . . There is tremendous support for Russia in the West. People are not stupid.