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Putin Demands Return Of Alaska To Russia, Claims Sale To US Was Illegal (Photos) by WriterNig: 8:22pm On Jan 22 |
In a surprising turn of events, Russian President Vladimir Putin has signed a decree branding the 1867 sale of Alaska to the U.S. as 'illegal.' This move has reignited historical debates and raised geopolitical concerns on a global scale. Alaska, acquired by the U.S. from the Russian Empire for $7.2 million, has been an integral part of the nation for over 150 years. The region's strategic location near Russia's eastern territories through the Bering Strait has long been a geopolitical focal point. Post-World War II, Alaska gained heightened significance as the U.S. and the Soviet Union emerged as rivals. Now, in the wake of Putin's 2022 invasion of Ukraine, the idea of reclaiming Alaska has gained momentum among Russian politicians. Sergei Mironov, a close ally of Putin, advocates for Moscow to consider reclaiming Alaska from what he perceives as a "weakened U.S." State Duma President Vyacheslav Volodin issues a cautionary message to Americans, reminding them of Russia's potential to reclaim assets, should they attempt to seize Russian properties abroad. Drawing parallels with Russia's actions in Crimea, historically transferred to Ukraine during the Soviet era, adds an ominous historical context to the unfolding situation. The tension brewing between Russia and the U.S. over Alaska adds a new layer to the complex geopolitics of our time. Fueled by historical grievances and recent global events, this situation highlights the evolving dynamics between these two influential nations and raises questions about the potential impact on the global geopolitical landscape. As the world watches, the historical echoes and contemporary geopolitical maneuvering create an atmosphere of uncertainty and concern. BNN Breaking || MSN 44 Likes 12 Shares
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Re: Putin Demands Return Of Alaska To Russia, Claims Sale To US Was Illegal (Photos) by WriterNig: 8:22pm On Jan 22 |
👍🏻 Like for Russia-Putin, share for USA/Nazi/NATO 卍 130 Likes 71 Shares
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Re: Putin Demands Return Of Alaska To Russia, Claims Sale To US Was Illegal (Photos) by nicho450(m): 8:24pm On Jan 22 |
We are watching 24 Likes 4 Shares |
Re: Putin Demands Return Of Alaska To Russia, Claims Sale To US Was Illegal (Photos) by ChronicGp(m): 8:28pm On Jan 22 |
Putin take the fight to them since they want to fight by proxy No gree 270 Likes 16 Shares |
Re: Putin Demands Return Of Alaska To Russia, Claims Sale To US Was Illegal (Photos) by mariahAngel(f): 8:30pm On Jan 22 |
Would they go to war over it? Russia kuku like war pass fight. 151 Likes 5 Shares |
Re: Putin Demands Return Of Alaska To Russia, Claims Sale To US Was Illegal (Photos) by Slytiger: 8:34pm On Jan 22 |
Putin is a clown 🤡. Goan defeat Ukraine first. Funkyswagzz:LMAO. But Sweden and Finland joined NATO. Those are more powerful countries than Ukraine which was the poorest country in Europe before the war. 237 Likes 26 Shares |
Re: Putin Demands Return Of Alaska To Russia, Claims Sale To US Was Illegal (Photos) by Jogs1900: 8:36pm On Jan 22 |
This is not going to happen..USA will die there 144 Likes 8 Shares |
Re: Putin Demands Return Of Alaska To Russia, Claims Sale To US Was Illegal (Photos) by Nackzy: 8:37pm On Jan 22 |
Wetin be alaska 10 Likes 8 Shares |
Re: Putin Demands Return Of Alaska To Russia, Claims Sale To US Was Illegal (Photos) by dawnomike(m): 8:38pm On Jan 22 |
Na wa ooo... Seems 2024 is a year of war for all these developed nations and emerging power countries. 12 Likes 1 Share |
Re: Putin Demands Return Of Alaska To Russia, Claims Sale To US Was Illegal (Photos) by BloomingDale(f): 8:44pm On Jan 22 |
Slytiger: What would you do if they bring the war to Africa? Can you defend your women and children? 75 Likes 4 Shares |
Re: Putin Demands Return Of Alaska To Russia, Claims Sale To US Was Illegal (Photos) by Isobug: 8:45pm On Jan 22 |
You are struggling with Ukraine since 2022, you want to join US now. Putin just know you are mere human 172 Likes 15 Shares |
Re: Putin Demands Return Of Alaska To Russia, Claims Sale To US Was Illegal (Photos) by Winner90: 8:49pm On Jan 22 |
Interesting 3 Likes 2 Shares |
Re: Putin Demands Return Of Alaska To Russia, Claims Sale To US Was Illegal (Photos) by APOPTOSIS: 8:52pm On Jan 22 |
Make dat EviLSpirit wey dey push Putin push am enter America well...He will soon get more than he bargained for. He will be getting more practical shortly. 134 Likes 15 Shares |
Re: Putin Demands Return Of Alaska To Russia, Claims Sale To US Was Illegal (Photos) by MrProlific95: 8:52pm On Jan 22 |
Russia bitting more than it can chew, let the fight begin 84 Likes 10 Shares |
Re: Putin Demands Return Of Alaska To Russia, Claims Sale To US Was Illegal (Photos) by APOPTOSIS: 8:54pm On Jan 22 |
Isobug:The EviLSpirit dey push am well. He is a very suitable host for such spirits. He is not a Good student of history. May be he will soon be a Good student of practical 102 Likes 7 Shares |
Re: Putin Demands Return Of Alaska To Russia, Claims Sale To US Was Illegal (Photos) by shoodboi2: 8:56pm On Jan 22 |
If they want problem, you give them problem. No more war by proxy. Putin giving them back to back 🤣🤣 72 Likes 5 Shares |
Re: Putin Demands Return Of Alaska To Russia, Claims Sale To US Was Illegal (Photos) by paramakina202: 9:01pm On Jan 22 |
Fake news! 8 Likes |
Re: Putin Demands Return Of Alaska To Russia, Claims Sale To US Was Illegal (Photos) by Greystone: 9:01pm On Jan 22 |
brb 4 Likes |
Re: Putin Demands Return Of Alaska To Russia, Claims Sale To US Was Illegal (Photos) by jubrilELsudan: 9:01pm On Jan 22 |
ALASKA WEY PERSON NO FIT FVCK THERE CAUSE KUKUNASE DEY FORM BLOCK 56 Likes 7 Shares
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Re: Putin Demands Return Of Alaska To Russia, Claims Sale To US Was Illegal (Photos) by MuslimIgbo: 9:02pm On Jan 22 |
I support Russia USA is a bully and thief. 34 Likes 2 Shares |
Re: Putin Demands Return Of Alaska To Russia, Claims Sale To US Was Illegal (Photos) by richiemcgold: 9:02pm On Jan 22 |
Maybe Nigeria too should try and reclaim bakassi peninsula I wan make we shake our small yansh for kameruu 147 Likes 10 Shares
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Re: Putin Demands Return Of Alaska To Russia, Claims Sale To US Was Illegal (Photos) by AllenSpencer: 9:02pm On Jan 22 |
Comedian! 1 Like 1 Share |
Re: Putin Demands Return Of Alaska To Russia, Claims Sale To US Was Illegal (Photos) by Day169: 9:02pm On Jan 22 |
.. after 150 years? I think this Putin guy is deluded. Well, let's see if he has the guts to make an attempt to reclaim Alaska from the US. 78 Likes 9 Shares |
Re: Putin Demands Return Of Alaska To Russia, Claims Sale To US Was Illegal (Photos) by azpekuliar: 9:03pm On Jan 22 |
Let them go to war over it with their nuclear arsenals make make everything kuku end 11 Likes 6 Shares |
Re: Putin Demands Return Of Alaska To Russia, Claims Sale To US Was Illegal (Photos) by YoungBlackRico(m): 9:03pm On Jan 22 |
Don't push your luck Putin, you're reaching lol 21 Likes 3 Shares |
Re: Putin Demands Return Of Alaska To Russia, Claims Sale To US Was Illegal (Photos) by LaziestYouth: 9:03pm On Jan 22 |
Another tension brewing, shifting from proxy war to open and direct confrontation 11 Likes 1 Share |
Re: Putin Demands Return Of Alaska To Russia, Claims Sale To US Was Illegal (Photos) by ruggedtimi(m): 9:03pm On Jan 22 |
Hahaha putin want start war 3 Likes 1 Share |
Re: Putin Demands Return Of Alaska To Russia, Claims Sale To US Was Illegal (Photos) by Righthussle: 9:04pm On Jan 22 |
Cameroon should also get ready to give us back Bakassi 55 Likes 4 Shares |
Re: Putin Demands Return Of Alaska To Russia, Claims Sale To US Was Illegal (Photos) by Funkyswagzz(m): 9:04pm On Jan 22 |
Slytiger: The purpose was never to defeat Ukraine. The main aim was to deter Ukraine from joining nato and he achieved it now u,s have abandoned zelenski to face hamas 55 Likes 8 Shares |
Re: Putin Demands Return Of Alaska To Russia, Claims Sale To US Was Illegal (Photos) by 7upnigeria: 9:04pm On Jan 22 |
Wahala part 2 wan start be that O. Shey U.S and Russia go survive this one so? 6 Likes 3 Shares |
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