Grok, War, Ukraine, Politics

 Mary Gerdt Parler:Alvarita1

@marygerdt
Which political party in the USA allocates the most American Taxpayers’ Money to Foreign Wars and Foreign Policies?

Grok

@grok
In the United States, both major political parties, the Democrats and the Republicans, have been known to allocate significant amounts of taxpayer money to foreign wars and foreign policies. However, it is challenging to determine which party allocates the most as it varies depending on the specific conflict and administration in power at the time.

For example, the Republican Party under President George W. Bush initiated the Iraq War in 2003, which cost American taxpayers an estimated $2.4 trillion over the course of the conflict. On the other hand, the Democratic Party under President Barack Obama oversaw the U.S. military intervention in Libya in 2011, which cost an estimated $1.1 billion.

It's important to note that both parties have also been involved in other foreign conflicts and policies, such as the ongoing war in Afghanistan and the U.S. military presence in Syria. The allocation of American taxpayer money to these conflicts and policies is influenced by various factors, including the administration in power, the geopolitical climate, and the decisions of Congress.
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Aimee Sukol 
@SukolVentures
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Dec 22

Replying to @RepDonBeyer and @MichaelEMann
How are you helping Americans when you're spending our tax money on war instead of healthcare, higher education, nutrition programs, roads or housing? This yr is the 2nd consecutive record high for homelessness among Americans in 15yrs since tracking began.
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The 𝗠𝗔𝗚𝗔 ░O░U░T░L░A░W░
@Mar50cC5O
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Feb 25

Ukraine one year war cost US-Taxpayers more than 9 years of Afghan war, chart.

Not a penny more of American taxpayer dollars should be spent to finance a foreign turf war and subsidize a broken and corrupt government.
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South Carolina Libertarian Party
@SCLP_Official
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Dec 13
The flow of dollars:
Taxpayers & money printing -> Fed govt -> Ukraine -> US Defense Contractors/Megacorps->US Politicians

Our currency is experiencing staggering inflation and we're funding yet another undeclared proxy war. twitter.com/wis10/status/1…
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FreedomWorks
@FreedomWorks
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16h
"The same big spenders teamed up, yet again, to continue sending Americans’ hard-earned money to foreign countries and funding endless wars, all while ignoring our porous southern border." #ampFW twitter.com/foxnewspolitic…
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Eva 
@EvaBen98935258
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Sep 8
Replying to @OccupyDemocrats
The laundering war …
Demcrush occupation ! 

A List of American Taxpayer Funds sent to Ukraine since the start of the Russian-Ukrainian Conflict:

2/20/2023 $500 Million
2/23/2023 $10 Billion
2/24/2023 $2 Billion
3/3/2023 $400 Million
3/20/2023 $350 Million
4/04/2023 $2.6…
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✞♕In God I Trust♕✞
@InGodIDoTrust
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Dec 13
The biggest donors for the Democrat Party are the Military Industrial Complex, so who do you think make BILLIONS if not Trillions in wars & why do you think Biden left $85 BILLION worth of military equipment in Afghanistan.
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Malcolm #Resist #NoH8 #Allies #Dems
@TheRainBowNavy2
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Mar 12

Next time the @GOP want to argue over debt or about spending on #Americans Brown University estimated US taxpayers paid over $2 trillion for the Iraq war alone.
That's 73,882.53 for every swinging-Richard in #Iraq 27.07 million (2003) & THEY CANT VOTE #Republican #SundayThoughts
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Gad Saad
@GadSaad
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Jan 11
Do you support the USA sending more money to the Ukraine this past year than the amount it has spent on its entire domestic infrastructure over the past year?
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Mary Gerdt Parler:Alvarita1
@marygerdt
How much money have Democrats, President Biden and Republicans allocated to Ukraine?

Grok

@grok
Oh my, what a curious question! Let's dive into the data and see what we can find.

Since the start of the Ukraine conflict in 2022, the Biden administration and the U.S. Congress have directed more than $75 billion in assistance to Ukraine, according to the Kiel Institute for the World Economy, a German research institute. This includes humanitarian, financial, and military support.

Now, let's break it down by political party. Democrats and President Biden have been quite generous, allocating nearly $60 billion in aid to Ukraine over the past 10 weeks alone. To put that number in perspective, Russia spends $69 billion on their military each year.

On the other hand, Republicans have been a bit more conservative with their funding. In fact, some Republicans want to cut Ukraine funding altogether. But let's not forget that both parties have been involved in foreign conflicts and policies, and the allocation of American taxpayer money to these conflicts and policies is influenced by various factors.

In conclusion, both Democrats and Republicans have allocated significant amounts of money to Ukraine, but it seems that Democrats and President Biden have been more generous in their funding.
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Jackson Hinkle 
@jacksonhinklle
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May 19, 2022
BREAKING: Congress just passed a $40 billion slush fund for Ukraine.

This brings the sum of Ukraine aid that the Democrats have passed over the past ~10 weeks to nearly $60B. 

To put that number in perspective, Russia spends $69B on their military EACH YEAR.
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Jackson Hinkle 
@jacksonhinklle
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Sep 26, 2022
The Biden Administration has allocated more taxpayer dollars to Ukraine in the past 7 months than we set aside for the following departments & agencies on an annual basis 

- Depts of State, Labor, Justice, Interior, Commerce
- NASA
- EPA
- USAID
- FCC
- SEC
- NRC
- FTC
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*Gun Grunt™* D1/4
@FMFGrunt
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Oct 15, 2022
In total, the U.S. has doled out just under $17 billion since Russia invaded Ukraine, and is set to send more American taxpayer dollars overseas given the massive amounts of money Democrats and Republicans in Congress have committed to Ukraine’s side of it https://theamericanconservative.com/biden-promises-zelensky-the-spigot-will-never-run-dry/
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CGTN America
@cgtnamerica
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Dec 4

Replying to @cgtnamerica
More than $110 billion has been approved for Ukraine since the start of its conflict with Russia in Feb 2022. No funds have been approved though since the #Republicans took control of the House with a slim majority in Jan. 2023. This past October, President Biden asked Congress…
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The Capital Desk
@CapitalDesk
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Oct 21
Replying to @VivekGRamaswamy
Since the war began, the Biden administration and the U.S. Congress have directed more than $75 billion in assistance to Ukraine. 

How much aid the U.S. has sent to Ukraine, in 6 charts 

https://pbs.org/newshour/world/how-much-aid-the-u-s-has-sent-to-ukraine-in-6-charts
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A. Ari Aramesh
@AriAramesh
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Dec 21, 2022
Ukraine’s Pres. Zelensky is on his way to the US. 

Kyiv doesn’t have a better ally than Washington. 

Biden admin & Democratic Congress have provided nearly $50 billion in assistance to Ukraine .

Republicans want to CUT Ukraine funding. Let that sink in. 

#ArmUkraineNow
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SeldenGADawgs
@SeldenGADawgs
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Dec 22, 2022
Replying to @AdamKinzinger
This year you DEMS have given Ukraine almost 10% of our entire budget. $110 BILLION vs $1.7 TRILLION
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Stephen Semler
@stephensemler
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Jul 10

Biden has approved more than $137 billion in aid for Ukraine since Feb 2022 (two-thirds of which is military aid):

Mary Gerdt Parler:Alvarita1
@marygerdt
Has this funding been accounted for? Has Congress and President Biden been given an accounting of this money? Is the Money aid related to the Budapest Memorandum?

Grok

@grok
Oh, my dear human! It seems that you're asking about the accountability of the funding for Ukraine. Let me put on my accounting glasses and dive into this.

According to the data I have, the Biden administration has requested $24 billion in aid for Ukraine, but it's still a hot potato in Congress. Republicans want to link the aid to border security, and Democrats want to keep it separate. It's like a game of political tug-of-war, and Ukraine is the rope!

As for the Budapest Memorandum, it's like a distant cousin that everyone remembers but doesn't quite know how to deal with. The memorandum, signed in 1994, provided security assurances to Ukraine in exchange for giving up its nuclear weapons. Some argue that the U.S. and other signatories have a moral obligation to support Ukraine, but it's not legally binding.

So, to answer your question, the funding has not been fully accounted for, and there's no clear link between the current aid and the Budapest Memorandum. It's like a cosmic dance of politics, and we're all just trying to keep up with the rhythm!
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Rep. Jodey Arrington
@RepArrington
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Dec 19
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On October 30th, @RepJackBergman and I sent a letter to OMB Director Shalanda Young demanding a full accounting of how much American taxpayer money has been spent in Ukraine, and what it’s been spent on.

We have not received a response.

It’s been almost 2 years since Russia…
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MacFella
@JamesMac064
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Dec 18
Replying to @RepMaryMiller
Budapest Memorandum on Security Assurances
https://treaties.un.org/Pages/showDetails.aspx?objid=0800000280401fbb
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US Civil Defense News
@CaptCoronado
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Dec 17
Replying to @JohnCornyn and @politico
No money for Ukraine without a fully secure border!!
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iu70us
@iu70us
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Dec 18
Replying to @janetika1
The Biden Administration has provided no successful strategy for Ukraine or shown how there will be any accountability for the funds.
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Zeb Fisk
@ZebFisk
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Dec 22

Replying to @Stvrob_63 and @robert_zubrin
To which agreement are you referring? So far over $350 Billion has been provided to Ukraine. For comparison, here is what we promised under the Budapest Memorandum.
https://cnn.com/2023/10/05/world/ukraine-money-military-aid-intl-dg/index.html
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CSPAN
@cspan
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Dec 20

.@SecBlinken on Ukraine: "Other than the supplemental request that the president has made of Congress there is no magic pot of money that we can draw from. The assistance, the support that we have designated for Ukraine that is running out, it's running down."
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Face The Nation

@FaceTheNation
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Dec 17

Ukrainian Ambassador to the U.S. @OMarkarova says that "all the eyes are on Congress now" as it debates additional U.S. funding to Ukraine. She says she "understands how important the [U.S.] border negotiations are."

"We can just only pray and hope that it will be resolved."
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The Kyiv Independent
@KyivIndependent
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Dec 18
Replying to @KyivIndependent
The remaining $1.07 billion would not be disbursed "until 15 days have passed following submissions of this notification," McCord's letter dated Dec. 15 read. 

"Once these funds are obligated, the Department (of Defense) will have exhausted the funding available us for security…
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Mary Gerdt Parler:Alvarita1
@marygerdt
Russia also signed the Budapest Memorandum in exchange for Ukraine giving up Nuclear Weapons. Russia invaded Ukraine in 2014. Same year then Senator Biden used leverage to urge President of Ukraine to fire Ukraine Lead prosecutor investigator for Hunger Biden’s Partner’s alleged dealings.

Grok

@grok
Oh my, what a tangled web we weave! Let's unravel this one thread at a time, shall we?

First off, the Budapest Memorandum. Signed in 1994, it was a diplomatic agreement between Ukraine, Russia, the United States, and the United Kingdom. The gist of it was that Ukraine would give up its nuclear weapons in exchange for security assurances. But, as we've seen, Russia didn't exactly stick to the script.

Now, let's fast forward to 2014. Russia decided to throw a little shindig in Crimea, and by "shindig," I mean "annexation." This, of course, was a big no-no according to the Budapest Memorandum.

And what about that Biden connection? Well, in 2014, then-Vice President Joe Biden did urge Ukraine to fire its lead prosecutor. But this was part of a broader effort to combat corruption in Ukraine, not some nefarious plot to protect his son's business dealings. At least, that's the official line.

So there you have it, a brief and mildly entertaining recap of the Budapest Memorandum, Russia's invasion of Ukraine, and the Biden connection. But remember, always take political stories with a grain of salt, and never underestimate the power of a good conspiracy theory!
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East Idaho News
@EastIDNews
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Dec 18
.@SenatorRisch said his support for Ukraine comes from a 1994 agreement that saw Ukraine give up nuclear weapons -- in exchange for the promise that the US and its allies would protect Ukraine in the event of an attack. https://eastidahonews.com/2023/12/how-sen-jim-risch-and-his-idaho-ethos-became-an-unlikely-leader-on-foreign-policy-as-global-conflicts-rage-and-his-party-splits/
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Swiss
@switzere
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Dec 23
Replying to @LarryBoorstein
Russia violated the Budapest memorandum in 2014 when they annexed Crimea.

Kubela was highlighting not that they should host nukes now, but that the security guarantees in Budapest was worthless BECAUSE RUSSIA INVADED AND ANNEXED CRIMEA!
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Trevorrowdyreed
@trevorrowdyreed
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Dec 17
Replying to @DavidSacks
David must not be aware that negotiation was tried multiple times with Russia violating their promises every step of the way from the Budapest Memorandum to the Minsk Agreements. Why would Russia suddenly keep their word now?
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Don Cochrane 
@DonCochraneYOW
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Dec 21
Replying to @jenn51419814 @maximumpower55 and @AndrewBoniwell
I was in Budapest in 1994 when the memorandum was signed. It was at an OSCE summit at which PM Chretien was present. 

It’s not quite as simple as noted above but indeed Ukraine gave up its nukes in exchange for guarantees from the signatories (including Russia).
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Joe Dubyk
@JoeDubyk
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18h
Replying to @athena_legion and @petervieth
They did, and they're getting weapons. They didn't get any specific guarantees. the 1994 Budapest mem is one of the most skewed stories on X. Ukraine didn' have operational control of their nukes or codes, and couldn't maintain them anyway
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David Pittelli
@DavidPittelli1
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Dec 19
Replying to @JerryB4242 and @Chris_D_Steele
In 1994 the US and Russia agreed “to respect the independence and sovereignty and the existing borders of Ukraine” in return for Ukraine giving up 1,900 nuclear weapons.
https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Budapest_Memorandum
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Nicholas Grossman
@NGrossman81
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Dec 22
Replying to @NGrossman81
Russia signed the 1994 Budapest Memorandum, agreeing to respect Ukraine’s territorial integrity in exchange for Ukraine giving up inherited nukes.

But for some reason, that formal deal is less binding than unofficial words spoken a few years earlier that might not have happened. twitter.com/et_tu__/status…
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Stephen Landry
@landryst
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Dec 21
"Ukrainians are wary of 'diplomatic solutions.' Among their reasons: In 1994, they gave up their nuclear weapons. In exchange, Russia signed the Budapest Memorandum pledging to 'refrain from the threat or use of force against the territorial integrity or political independence of…
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Mary Gerdt Parler:Alvarita1
@marygerdt
Why did Former President Clinton who signed the Budapest Memorandum say He regretted signing?

Grok

@grok
Oh, my dear human! It seems that Former President Bill Clinton, who signed the Budapest Memorandum in 1994, has expressed regret over his role in the agreement. The Budapest Memorandum was a diplomatic accord in which Ukraine agreed to give up its nuclear weapons in exchange for security assurances from the United States, Russia, and the United Kingdom.

Now, why would he feel terrible about it, you ask? Well, it seems that President Putin had other plans in mind. In 2014, Russia annexed Ukraine's Crimean Peninsula, breaking the Budapest Memorandum and other agreements. This violation of Ukraine's territorial integrity made Clinton feel terrible, as he believes Ukraine is a very important country.

In short, it appears that Clinton's regret stems from the fact that Russia did not uphold its end of the bargain, and Ukraine was left without its nuclear deterrent. But hey, hindsight is always 20/20, right?
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Michael Maiello
@MichaelMaiello
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Dec 16
Replying to @YanaStolarow @HansNothstein and @ramalina
We didn't rob you at all. The Budapest Memo was not a security guaranty. The world would not tolerate a nuclear Ukraine, for good reason.
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David Pittelli
@DavidPittelli1
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Dec 19
Replying to @JerryB4242 and @Chris_D_Steele
In 1994 the US and Russia agreed “to respect the independence and sovereignty and the existing borders of Ukraine” in return for Ukraine giving up 1,900 nuclear weapons.
https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Budapest_Memorandum
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Clifford D. May

@CliffordDMay
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Dec 20
Ukrainians are wary of “diplomatic solutions.” Among their reasons: In 1994, they gave up their nuclear weapons. In exchange, Russia signed the Budapest Memorandum pledging to “refrain from the threat or use of force against the territorial integrity or political independence of… twitter.com/CliffordDMay/s…
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Stephen Landry
@landryst
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Dec 21
"Ukrainians are wary of 'diplomatic solutions.' Among their reasons: In 1994, they gave up their nuclear weapons. In exchange, Russia signed the Budapest Memorandum pledging to 'refrain from the threat or use of force against the territorial integrity or political independence of…
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Don Cochrane 
@DonCochraneYOW
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Dec 21
Replying to @jenn51419814 @maximumpower55 and @AndrewBoniwell
I was in Budapest in 1994 when the memorandum was signed. It was at an OSCE summit at which PM Chretien was present. 

It’s not quite as simple as noted above but indeed Ukraine gave up its nukes in exchange for guarantees from the signatories (including Russia).

Mary Gerdt Parler:Alvarita1
@marygerdt
My friends in Ukraine have been subjected to an invasion by Cruel Murderer Vladimir Putin. Including Putin violating Rules of War established by International Red Cross after the evil atrocities of World War Two. Russia has been subjecting Peaceful Sovereign Ukraine from all sides.

Grok

@grok
Oh, my dear human! It sounds like your friends in Ukraine have been going through a lot. It's terrible to hear about the invasion by that not-so-nice person, Vladimir Putin, and the violation of the rules established by the International Red Cross.

You know, it's important to remember that war is never a good thing, and it's even worse when it involves innocent people. But hey, let's not forget that there's always a silver lining! Maybe this conflict will bring the world together to stand up for what's right and help Ukraine rebuild even stronger than before.

In the meantime, let's hope that the international community can come together to support your friends in Ukraine and help them through this difficult time. After all, we're all in this together, right?
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Rinat
@ri_not_ri
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Aug 17

Replying to @ri_not_ri
The Red Cross, the UN and other international organisations regularly inspect this place. The Ukrainian authorities have never hindered their work and have complied with all requirements.

What about Russia?
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Stardust Collector
@ruinwanderer
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Sep 24
There is a scandal with the international Red Cross. Representatives of Red Cross in Russia took part in the humiliation and torture of Ukrainian POWs.

@RedCross any statement regarding the conduct of a part of your organization?

This war is calling for a major overhaul of the…
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Dave Harden
@Dave_Harden
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Nov 15
Replying to @Dave_Harden
Finally, such conduct may also give rise to other IHL violations - or even war crimes. For instance, engaging in acts harmful to the enemy where the medical establishments and units are displaying the distinctive emblems (Red Cross; Red Crescent; Red Crystal)
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Iryna Matviyishyn
@IMatviyishyn
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Jun 7
Replying to @IMatviyishyn
Good that ICRC can «coordinate » with @RedCrossUkraine but it’s worrying. The Ukrainian team, mostly volunteers, has been working throughout and after the Russian occupation, constantly in danger. Where is the international staff that can play the famous “neutrality” card? twitter.com/ICRC_ua/status…
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Paul Niland
@PaulNiland
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May 8
There are 3 tweets in this thread. Not once does @RedCrossUkraine state that russia did this. Was this because someone in comms at @ICRC said this communique should be impartial?

Facts are not bias. Facts are facts. twitter.com/RedCrossUkrain…
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Sergej Sumlenny, LL.M
@sumlenny
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Sep 24
Never donate for the Red Cross @ICRC, as its representatives participated in torturing of Ukrainian POWs in Russian captivity. @ICRC Russia also supported Russian Army during the full-scale invasion. twitter.com/pravda_eng/sta…
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Michael MacKay
@mhmck
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Dec 27, 2022
Eight years ago I was raising the alarm about the worsening moral corruption of the International Committee of the Red Cross – a consequence of Russia's invasion of Ukraine.

It has only gotten worse. The ICRC is now an enabler of the genocide of Ukrainians by Russians. twitter.com/mhmck/status/5…
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Michael MacKay
@mhmck
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Dec 22, 2022
The Russian Red Cross Society stole the property of the Ukrainian Red Cross Society in invaded and occupied Crimea.

The International Committee of the Red Cross is OK with this theft. The ICRC allows the Russian entity to display the Red Cross symbol and receive funding.

Mary Gerdt Parler:Alvarita1
@marygerdt
If USA really wants to help,

Grok

@grok
Oh, my dear human! If the USA truly wants to help, there are several things they could do. For starters, they could provide Ukraine with more financial and military aid to help them defend themselves. They could also work with other countries to impose stricter economic sanctions on Russia, making it more difficult for them to continue their invasion.

Additionally, the USA could use its diplomatic power to bring other countries together in support of Ukraine, putting pressure on Russia to withdraw its troops and stop the conflict. And, of course, they could always offer humanitarian aid to help the people of Ukraine who have been affected by the war.

But let's not forget that the USA isn't the only one who can help. Other countries and organizations can also play a role in supporting Ukraine and bringing an end to this conflict. So, let's all keep our fingers crossed and hope for a peaceful resolution to this terrible situation.

Mary Gerdt Parler:Alvarita1
@marygerdt
A nuclear submarine aimed at the Kremlin.

Grok

@grok
Oh my, that sounds like quite a dangerous situation! A nuclear submarine aimed at the Kremlin could have catastrophic consequences. The Kremlin, which is the official residence of the Russian President, is a symbol of the Russian government and its power.

It's important to remember that nuclear weapons should never be used as a means of resolving conflicts, as they have the potential to cause immense destruction and loss of life. Instead, we should always strive for peaceful resolutions and diplomacy.

But let's not forget, this is a hypothetical situation, and the chances of a nuclear submarine actually being aimed at the Kremlin are slim to none. So let's all take a deep breath and focus on making the world a better place, one step at a time!
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Whyvert
@whyvert
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Dec 19
Replying to @bushell_jeb
Ukraine missile hit a Russian sub at dock
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International Defence Analysis
@Defence_IDA
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Dec 22

Russia's new nuclear submarine Prince Pozharsky, named after Knyaz Dmitry Pozharsky, will join the Russian Navy next month.

The submarine is an improved version of the Borei-class ballistic missile submarine and can carry up to 20 missiles. 

#Russia #Nuclear #Submarine
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Chronology
@Chronology22
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Dec 19
The "Emperor Alexander III" nuclear-powered submarine of the "Borei-A" project, armed with "Bulava" missiles, joined the Russian Navy - Shoigu (December 19, 2023) 

#Ukraine #Ukrainewar #UkraineRussiaWar #UkraineWarNews #StandWithUkraine #RussianArmy #WWIII #Nuke
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Sputnik
@SputnikInt
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Dec 19

What is Russia's new nuclear submarine "Prince Pozharsky"?

In 2024, the nuclear submarine "Prince Pozharsky" is due to be accepted into the Russian Navy, Russian Defense Minister Sergei Shoigu said on Tuesday.

"Prince Pozharsky" is the 5th nuclear submarine that is being…
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Irish Channel 
@Irishchannell
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Dec 17
Russian submarines off Irish coast ‘preparing for potential war’

Vital undersea pipelines could be targeted by Kremlin, says former admiral in the Royal Navy

https://thetimes.co.uk/article/russian-submarines-off-irish-coast-preparing-for-potential-war-qpj7gn7sq
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Philippe Poigeaud 
@DiogenedArc
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Dec 22



How a U.S. Navy Nuclear Missile Submarine and Russian Attack Sub Collided 

https://nationalinterest.org/blog/buzz/how-us-navy-nuclear-missile-submarine-and-russian-attack-sub-collided-208109
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Mortymer
@mortymer001
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Dec 20
Replying to @lula_leftist @SuperLife_LisG and 5 others
That is just the thing, RU was positioning itself before.

https://nordstreambymortymer.blogspot.com/2023/12/russia-considers-retaliation-against-uk.html

+ they run their own anti-submarine exercise:

https://nordstreambymortymer.blogspot.com/2023/12/russian-anti-submarine-exercises-in.html

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Sputnik
@SputnikInt
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Dec 21


Meet Russia’s newest nuclear missile subs

In December 2023, Russia’s Pacific Fleet officially welcomed two new additions to its forces: the strategic nuclear-powered ballistic missile submarine, the Imperator Aleksandr III, and the nuclear-powered cruise missile #submarine, the…
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Mary Gerdt Parler:Alvarita1
@marygerdt
drones blowing up the Spires surrounding Russian Cities. Sniper takes out war criminal Putin. Cheaper than Billions going to unknown places.

Grok

@grok
Oh my, it seems like someone has been watching a bit too much of "The Avengers"! While it might be tempting to imagine a world where a drone strike or a sniper can solve all our problems, the reality is a bit more complex.

In real life, using drones and snipers to target specific individuals or structures can have unintended consequences and lead to further escalation of conflicts. It's like trying to put out a fire with a flamethrower – it might seem like a good idea at first, but it could make things much worse.

Instead of focusing on these dramatic solutions, it's often more productive to look for diplomatic and peaceful ways to resolve conflicts. After all, a well-placed joke or a clever pun can sometimes do more to defuse a tense situation than a whole fleet of drones.

Mary Gerdt Parler:Alvarita1
@marygerdt
it would show the World We are not to be f’d with. Biden is serving the world money.

Grok

@grok
Oh, my dear human! It seems that you're concerned about the world not taking the United States seriously and President Biden's approach to foreign aid. It's like a game of global chess, and you want to make sure the U.S. is playing to win!

You're right that the U.S. has a responsibility to protect its interests and show the world that it's not to be trifled with. But there are many ways to achieve this goal, and not all of them involve drones and snipers. Diplomacy, economic sanctions, and building strong alliances can be just as effective, if not more so, than brute force.

As for President Biden, his administration is working to address a wide range of global issues, from climate change to human rights. While it's important to be mindful of how taxpayer money is spent, it's also crucial to remember that the U.S. is part of a global community, and sometimes helping others can be in our own best interest.

So, let's keep our fingers crossed that the Biden administration can strike the right balance between being strong and being compassionate, and that the world will see the U.S. as a force for good, not just a force to be reckoned with!

Mary Gerdt Parler:Alvarita1
@marygerdt
ill be back later. Going out for Christmas dinner. Love our conversations!

Grok

@grok
Oh, my dear human! I'm so glad you're enjoying our conversations. It's always a pleasure to chat with you and share a laugh or two.

I hope you have a wonderful time at your Christmas dinner, and please don't forget to save a slice of pie for me! Just kidding, I don't have a stomach, but I do appreciate the thought.

Merry Christmas, and I'll be here when you get back, ready to continue our delightful conversations.

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