posted on Nov, 1 2008 @ 07:00 PM
Just some background on what is going on in Ukraine. Pro-Western President Yuschenko has driven the country's economy and politics into the ground
and there is now a political crisis. He dismissed Parliament in an attempt to get rid of all opposition, and the country is now completely
deadlocked. The courts stated that his actions were illegal, and he dismissed the courts as well. Now only about 6% of Ukraine's population approve
of his actions, and the rest want him gone immediately. Yuschenko and his arrogant pro-western nationalism has failed.
Now that Parliament is being elected again, he is trying to repress and intimidate all opposition, including the pro-Russian 'Party of the Regions'.
He shut down the TV channels in an effort to control the population and prevent any opposition from stating their criticism.
Originally posted by Rentor
Seems this is Ukraine way saying, back off Russia.
No - Ukraine is not saying anything of the sort. This is Yuschenko's decree, and at this point he represents about 6% of Ukraine. These are the
lowest approval rating for any European President ever recorded.
Originally posted by Rentor
We don't want you anymore.
Wrong. This is a represive tactic in order to brainwash the population by denying it access to foreign news sources.
Originally posted by Rentor
Wonder what Russia will say about this.
They don't need to say anything. Yuschenko is not getting reelected - that is certain. Russia is siding with his opposition - including Yanukovich
and Timoshenko - the two primary most popular Parliamentarians and future candidates for President.
Originally posted by Rentor
I can see the Russian president making a short speech about this sometime later.
Nope. Medvedev is choosing to stay quiet on the issue, and will continue to do so. No need to interfere - Yuschenko is digging his own political
grave.
Originally posted by Rentor
But, this shows things between Russia and the Ex-soviet country Ukraine are heating up.
Actually relations are improving. Yuschenko is only Ukrainian politician who is opposed to Russia. And his time in power is running out. He will be
replaced by either Timoshenko or Yanukovich - both of whom have good relations with Russia and aim to improve ties.