Tag: Lithuania

#148: Putin Does Not Care About Russia. It’s a Russian Leader’s Tradition

Philipp Kneis

Russian leadership has long sacrificed its own people for imperial ambitions. Putin continues this tradition, prioritizing territory and power over human life. His war against Ukraine harms both Ukrainians and Russians, revealing a deep contempt for democracy and dignity.

#146: The Fall of the Soviet Union Was the Greatest Event of the Late 20th Century

Philipp Kneis

Contrary to Putin’s claims, the collapse of the Soviet Union ended a brutal, imperial regime. The USSR was built on repression, genocide, and ideological tyranny. Its fall liberated millions and opened paths to democracy. Nostalgia for it insults the victims of its violence.

#126: NATO Is Not Threatening Russia, and Putin Knows It. Some Thoughts on Solutions.

Philipp Kneis

NATO’s expansion was voluntary and legal, driven by countries seeking protection from past Soviet aggression. Russia’s claims of threat are propaganda. A path forward could include diplomatic solutions, shared governance models, and even joint NATO membership—if Russia embraces democratic norms.