Ukraine war thread

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Darth Putin is funny live too.

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Despite mounting costs and a deteriorating situation, Russia still has financial resources, including about $50 billion US in liquid assets in the National Wealth Fund

Ukraine's ability to inflict damage on the Russian economy significantly increased in 2025

Russian public opinion polling suggests ambivalence about the war; 55% expect it to end in 2026, but are reluctant to give back occupied territories

India has reportedly cut back on Russian oil purchases

Russia's "Friendship Club" has lost members (e.g., Assad in Syria, Maduro's Venezuela)

Elections in Europe are a significant risk. While the Czech Republic's election of Andre Babish (pro-Russian) was favorable for Moscow, elections in Romania and Moldova brought pro-European candidates to power

Hungary's Victor Orban, a pro-Russian voice and consistent blocking force in the EU, faces an election in April 2026, which could lead to Moscow losing a friendly veto in European circles

The campaign against Russia's Shadow Fleet (tankers and freighters evading sanctions) by the US, Italy, UK, and France is a growing geopolitical risk

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