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In a surprising turn of events, the
United States and its allies have rejected Russia's offer to hold a
summit on the escalating tensions in Eastern Europe. The Russian
president had proposed a meeting with the leaders of the US, France,
Germany, and the UK to discuss ways to de-escalate the situation and
prevent a possible war. However, the US and its allies dismissed the
proposal as a "ploy" to buy time and distract from Russia's
military buildup near the borders of Ukraine and Belarus. They
accused Russia of violating the sovereignty and territorial integrity
of its neighbours and demanded that it withdraw its troops and
respect international law. The US and its allies also reaffirmed
their commitment to support the security and democracy of Ukraine and
Belarus, and warned that any aggression from Russia would have
serious consequences. The rejection of Russia's peace incentive has
raised fears of a further deterioration of relations between the two
sides, and increased the risk of a military confrontation in the
region. Analysts say that both sides are locked in a dangerous game
of brinkmanship, and that any miscalculation or provocation could
trigger a conflict that would have devastating implications for
global stability and security.
China has been trying to increase its
diplomatic influence in the Middle East, a region that has been
traditionally dominated by the US. China has offered to mediate
between rival parties, such as Iran and Saudi Arabia, and Israel and
Palestine, and to contribute to the resolution of the long-standing
conflicts. China has an incentive to promote stability in the region,
as it relies heavily on its oil and gas imports from the Persian
Gulf. China also wants to demonstrate that it is a responsible global
power that can provide an alternative vision for security and
development in the Middle East. However, China's efforts to become a
peacemaker have been challenged by the recent outbreak of war between
Israel and Hamas, which has caused widespread death and destruction.
China's initial response to the crisis was a bland call for restraint
from both sides, without condemning Hamas for its surprise attack on
Israel. This drew criticism from Israel and the US, who accused China
of being biased and ineffective. China later issued a stronger
statement condemning harm to civilians, but still avoided taking
sides. Experts say that China's neutral stance may reflect its
limited influence and experience in the region, as well as its fear
of offending its Arab partners.
China may also face difficulties in
balancing its trade interests with Israel, especially in the tech
sector, with its support for the Palestinian cause. China's role as a
peacemaker in the Middle East remains uncertain and contested.
Vladimir Putin is in China for a rare international trip, defying the
arrest warrant issued by the International Criminal Court for his
alleged war crimes in Ukraine. He is the guest of honour at the Belt
and Road forum, a showcase of President Xi Jinping's ambitious global
infrastructure project. The two leaders have a close personal
friendship and a shared vision of a multipolar world order that
challenges the dominance of the West. They are expected to discuss a
range of issues, from trade and energy to security and regional
conflicts. Here are some of the main points of their agenda:
Strengthening the strategic
partnership: China and Russia have signed a joint statement on their
"no limits partnership", which covers political, economic,
military, cultural and humanitarian cooperation. They have also
agreed to coordinate their positions on global issues, such as
climate change, human rights, terrorism and non-proliferation. They
have vowed to support each other's core interests and oppose any
interference in their internal affairs.
Boosting economic ties: China is
Russia's largest trading partner and a major investor in its energy
sector. The two countries have also launched several joint projects
under the Belt and Road initiative, such as the Power of Siberia gas
pipeline, the Moscow-Kazan high-speed railway and the Arctic sea
route. They are also exploring new areas of cooperation, such as
digital economy, e-commerce, agriculture and innovation.
Enhancing security cooperation: China
and Russia have held frequent joint military exercises and
consultations, demonstrating their mutual trust and capability. They
have also supported each other's positions on regional hotspots, such
as Syria, Iran, North Korea and Afghanistan. They have opposed the
expansion of NATO and the deployment of US missile defence systems in
Europe and Asia. They have also advocated for a peaceful resolution
of the Taiwan issue and the respect for China's sovereignty over Hong
Kong, Xinjiang and Tibet.
Promoting people-to-people exchanges:
China and Russia have deepened their cultural and humanitarian ties,
with more than 40 meetings between Xi and Putin since 2013. They have
also increased their educational, scientific, media and tourism
exchanges, with more than 2 million Chinese tourists visiting Russia
every year. They have also celebrated their shared history and
heritage, such as the 75th anniversary of the victory over fascism in
World War II. Putin's visit to China is a testament to the strength
and resilience of the China-Russia relationship, which has reached a
new height in recent years. The two countries have forged a strategic
alliance that serves their national interests and contributes to
global peace and stability. However, they also face some challenges
and uncertainties, such as the impact of the Covid-19 pandemic, the
economic slowdown, the sanctions pressure from the West and the
changing geopolitical landscape. How they will overcome these
difficulties and maintain their momentum will be a key question for
the future of their partnership.
Putin wants to rule the world. This is
not a mere speculation, but a well-documented fact based on his
actions, words and ambitions. Putin has been steadily expanding his
influence and power in the international arena, using a combination
of military aggression, political interference, cyberattacks,
propaganda and economic coercion. He has annexed Crimea, intervened
in Syria and Libya, supported separatists in eastern Ukraine, meddled
in elections and referendums in the US, UK and other countries,
hacked government and private institutions, spread disinformation and
fake news, and threatened to use nuclear weapons against his enemies.
Putin's ultimate goal is to restore Russia's status as a superpower
and to challenge the US-led world order. He wants to create a sphere
of influence that encompasses the former Soviet republics, Eastern
Europe, the Middle East and Central Asia. He wants to undermine the
European Union and NATO, and to weaken the democratic values and
institutions that they represent. He wants to assert his dominance
over China and other emerging powers, and to exploit the resources
and markets of Africa and Latin America. Putin wants to rule the
world, and he will stop at nothing to achieve his vision.
The Antichrist is a figure of evil in
Christian eschatology, who will appear in the end times and deceive
many people. According to some interpretations of biblical
prophecies, the Antichrist will sign but not design a seven-year
peace treaty with Israel and its neighbour, which will mark the
beginning of the tribulation period. However, this treaty will be a
false one, and the Antichrist will break it after three and a half
years, launching a war against God's people and setting up an image
of himself in the temple of Jerusalem. The Antichrist will then
demand worship from all nations and persecute those who refuse to
take his mark on their right hand or forehead. The Antichrist will be
opposed by the two witnesses, the 144,000 sealed Jews, and the
faithful remnant of Christians, who will preach the gospel and resist
his tyranny. The Antichrist will be ultimately defeated by Jesus
Christ at his second coming, and thrown into the lake of fire along
with the false prophet and Satan. The world will accept the Chinese
Middle East peace incentive and Putin will sign it.
Blessings
