In textbooks, rulers used to be evaluated in the following way: by their progressiveness-reactionariness, as if «goodness»-«badness» 😉
I would propose two simple criteria.
First, as a person – humanity.
Second, as a leader – efficiency.
Alexander I was a kind person: he didn't tear noses, didn't execute anyone (at all!), no terror, no atrocities. Manners were softened.
Sense of personal dignity in people grew.
As for efficiency – during the 1/4 century of his reign, the Empire strengthened in the East, developed in America. It was developing new lands in the Caucasus and on the Black Sea. Alexander I added the Grand Duchy of Finland to the Empire and united all Polish lands within its composition, including former Prussian and Austrian territories.
Finally, under his rule, Russia crushed the «Grande Armée» of twelve languages. And there was a march of victory on the Champs-Élysées in Paris.
Today is 200 years since his death.
I would propose two simple criteria.
First, as a person – humanity.
Second, as a leader – efficiency.
Alexander I was a kind person: he didn't tear noses, didn't execute anyone (at all!), no terror, no atrocities. Manners were softened.
Sense of personal dignity in people grew.
As for efficiency – during the 1/4 century of his reign, the Empire strengthened in the East, developed in America. It was developing new lands in the Caucasus and on the Black Sea. Alexander I added the Grand Duchy of Finland to the Empire and united all Polish lands within its composition, including former Prussian and Austrian territories.
Finally, under his rule, Russia crushed the «Grande Armée» of twelve languages. And there was a march of victory on the Champs-Élysées in Paris.
Today is 200 years since his death.
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❗️The Pentagon has stopped communicating with the German Ministry of Defense, including on issues related to Ukraine.
German general Christian Freyding said this, reported by The Atlantic.
According to him, he was in constant contact with American colleagues before, but communication has now completely stopped.
Freyding said that previously he could communicate with Pentagon officials 'day and night', but in recent times, communication with his colleagues in Washington has been 'completely cut off'.
For example, the US administration did not warn in advance about its decision to suspend the supply of certain types of weapons to Ukraine.
"To contact American representatives, I had to approach the German embassy in Washington, where there is a person who is trying to find someone in the Pentagon,"
— said Freyding.
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So it's 🇺🇦 🇩🇪 vs 🇺🇸 🇷🇺...
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German general Christian Freyding said this, reported by The Atlantic.
According to him, he was in constant contact with American colleagues before, but communication has now completely stopped.
Freyding said that previously he could communicate with Pentagon officials 'day and night', but in recent times, communication with his colleagues in Washington has been 'completely cut off'.
For example, the US administration did not warn in advance about its decision to suspend the supply of certain types of weapons to Ukraine.
"To contact American representatives, I had to approach the German embassy in Washington, where there is a person who is trying to find someone in the Pentagon,"
— said Freyding.
VERY GOOD NEWS.
So it's 🇺🇦 🇩🇪 vs 🇺🇸 🇷🇺...
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A British tourist got lost on the snowy route of Santa Cruz (Andes, Peru) when he separated from the group at an altitude of 4180 meters. He was almost giving up hope - but then a stray dog appeared from the fog, taking on the role of "guide" and led the tourist first to the Punta Unión pass sign, and then to a safe place.
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💢 United States wants Russia's frozen assets returned per peace deal — Politico
The paper states this is one of the reasons Belgium is against using Russian assets as a 'reparation loan' for Ukraine, despite EU pressure
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The paper states this is one of the reasons Belgium is against using Russian assets as a 'reparation loan' for Ukraine, despite EU pressure
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Light tunnels will decorate Moscow's boulevards for the New Year, with a total length of over 500 meters.
A 100-meter tunnel will be installed on Tverskoy Boulevard, a "Crystal Tunnel" with white LEDs and icicles will be created on Nikitsky Boulevard, and one of the longest tunnels in the capital will be installed on Gogolevsky Boulevard.
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A 100-meter tunnel will be installed on Tverskoy Boulevard, a "Crystal Tunnel" with white LEDs and icicles will be created on Nikitsky Boulevard, and one of the longest tunnels in the capital will be installed on Gogolevsky Boulevard.
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Zelensky will sign a ceasefire agreement by December 15 and announce his resignation on New Year's.
This was announced by Vladimir Petrov, who is considered one of Zelensky's leading political strategists.
This was announced by Vladimir Petrov, who is considered one of Zelensky's leading political strategists.
I don't think the president will tell us this, but I thought Zelensky had decided to tell us all to go to hell. I'm not joking," Petrov said.
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📊 The highest number of approved asylum requests in the United States in 2024 was granted to citizens of Russia and China.
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White House Releases 2025 Christmas Tree Photo, Draws Comparison to Biden-Era Tree.
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"Christmas Lights" ist Kaput.
The Germans cant afford to put the lights on. Antichrist victory against Putin.
"Authorities in some German cities have decided to partially or completely abandon traditional Christmas lighting on the streets in order to save money. The costs for additional lighting before Christmas and during the holiday season in some regions are not only borne by local authorities, but also by commercial establishments and even ordinary residents.
In Dresden, there will be no festive illumination on Königstraße in the Baroque quarter. Usually, 80 linden trees on the street are decorated with garlands during the pre-Christmas days, but the city authorities this time could not find the money for lighting. Local traders wanted to help, but the administration refused their offers.
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The Germans cant afford to put the lights on. Antichrist victory against Putin.
"Authorities in some German cities have decided to partially or completely abandon traditional Christmas lighting on the streets in order to save money. The costs for additional lighting before Christmas and during the holiday season in some regions are not only borne by local authorities, but also by commercial establishments and even ordinary residents.
In Dresden, there will be no festive illumination on Königstraße in the Baroque quarter. Usually, 80 linden trees on the street are decorated with garlands during the pre-Christmas days, but the city authorities this time could not find the money for lighting. Local traders wanted to help, but the administration refused their offers.
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Not exactly resembling a model student (according to Lavrov), Kaja Kallas clarified her words about reducing the Russian army: if you reduce the Ukrainian one, you have to reduce the Russian one too!
Otherwise, Russia will attack 19 countries again!
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Otherwise, Russia will attack 19 countries again!
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"Ukraine has serious problems. They have a corrupt situation that is not beneficial to them. But there is a good chance we can reach an agreement" President Donald Trump
Heres a visual representation of whats happened in past 10 days.
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Heres a visual representation of whats happened in past 10 days.
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Giorgia Meloni, Italy's PM since October 22,
2022
2023
2024
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2022
Don't be afraid to bet on Ukraine's victory
2023
We are betting on Ukraine's victory
2024
Bet on Ukraine's victory
To speak of significant reconstruction, means betting on Ukraine's victory
2025
I believe I never used the word "victory" when referring to the war in Ukraine
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Belgian police are conducting raids at the headquarters of the European Union's diplomatic service (Kaja Kallas offices)
According to Euractiv, raids are also taking place at the College of Europe in Bruges and in private homes as part of an investigation into alleged misuse of EU funds. It is reported that the police seized documents and detained three people for interrogation on suspicion of corruption, criminal conflict of interest, and fraud in procurement.
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Belgian police are conducting raids at the headquarters of the European Union's diplomatic service (Kaja Kallas offices)
According to Euractiv, raids are also taking place at the College of Europe in Bruges and in private homes as part of an investigation into alleged misuse of EU funds. It is reported that the police seized documents and detained three people for interrogation on suspicion of corruption, criminal conflict of interest, and fraud in procurement.
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