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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.

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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

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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

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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

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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. undecided

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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:


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
LMAO. But Sweden and Finland joined NATO. Those are more powerful countries than Ukraine which was the poorest country in Europe before the war.

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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

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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

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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.

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Re: Putin Demands Return Of Alaska To Russia, Claims Sale To US Was Illegal (Photos) by BloomingDale(f): 8:44pm On Jan 22
Slytiger:
Putin is a clown 🤡.

Goan defeat Ukraine first.

What would you do if they bring the war to Africa? Can you defend your women and children?

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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

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Re: Putin Demands Return Of Alaska To Russia, Claims Sale To US Was Illegal (Photos) by Winner90: 8:49pm On Jan 22
Interesting

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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.

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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

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Re: Putin Demands Return Of Alaska To Russia, Claims Sale To US Was Illegal (Photos) by APOPTOSIS: 8:54pm On Jan 22
Isobug:
You are struggling with Ukraine since 2022, you want to join US now. Putin just know you are mere human
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

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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 🤣🤣

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Re: Putin Demands Return Of Alaska To Russia, Claims Sale To US Was Illegal (Photos) by paramakina202: 9:01pm On Jan 22
Fake news!

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Re: Putin Demands Return Of Alaska To Russia, Claims Sale To US Was Illegal (Photos) by Greystone: 9:01pm On Jan 22
brb

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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

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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
grin


I support Russia


USA is a bully and thief.

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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
grin grin grin

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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
grin grin grin grin grin grin


Comedian!

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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.

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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

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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 grin

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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

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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

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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

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Re: Putin Demands Return Of Alaska To Russia, Claims Sale To US Was Illegal (Photos) by Funkyswagzz(m): 9:04pm On Jan 22
Slytiger:
Putin is a clown 🤡.

Goan defeat Ukraine first.

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

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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?

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