v-holmsen.bsky.social @v-holmsen.bsky.social · 3hAnd, unless someone gives Putin some spare parts under the table to repair/rebuild some of the refineries, it is doubtful whether Russia can uphold their end of the bargain ... 000
v-holmsen.bsky.social @v-holmsen.bsky.social · 3hI bet the Lukoil & Nord Stream deals figure in there somehow, as well. 000
v-holmsen.bsky.social @v-holmsen.bsky.social · 3hA veritable conundrum isn't it ... a real brain-scratcher! BTW, given the volumes mentioned by the lying Orange Loudmouth, the prices won't go down noticeably unless the markets are prone to wishful thinking (and its a bit late for that). 100
v-holmsen.bsky.social @v-holmsen.bsky.social · 3hThat didn't take long 😜 bsky.app/profile/twmc... 0116
v-holmsen.bsky.social @v-holmsen.bsky.social · 09/10/2026However, such a post by tRump on a Friday does raise suspicion that another agenda might be at play than the one stated in the post. Let's see how the markets react and whether dubious trades are made on potential price fluctuations. 020
v-holmsen.bsky.social @v-holmsen.bsky.social · 09/10/2026• Moscow extended the direct-producer export ban on diesel, marine fuel, and gas oils through October 31, 2026. • A nationwide gasoline and motor fuel export ban remains in place and has been extended through January 31, 2027. • Exceptions may apply to intergovernmental agreements and similar. 130
v-holmsen.bsky.social @v-holmsen.bsky.social · 08/10/2026Interesting how tRump 1 was all up in arms criticizing Germany over Nordstream 2 and their reliance on Russian energy. tRump 2, on the other hand, sees a new US-Russian pipeline as a cash-cow and another tool to keep Germany and Europe as a whole, as a subservient, dependent vassal. Nazi wannabes. 000
v-holmsen.bsky.social @v-holmsen.bsky.social · 07/10/2026There are 15 post-Soviet states in total: Armenia, Azerbaijan, Belarus, Estonia, Georgia, Kazakhstan, Kyrgyzstan, Latvia, Lithuania, Moldova, Russia, Tajikistan, Turkmenistan, Ukraine, and Uzbekistan. Omitting Russia, that leaves 14. Some are still within Russia's "sphere of influence". 022
v-holmsen.bsky.social @v-holmsen.bsky.social · 07/10/2026My oh my ... Isn't that the perfect image to depict Putin on his 74th birthday - decrepit, obsolete and impotent - far past his expiry date. 010
v-holmsen.bsky.social @v-holmsen.bsky.social · 07/10/2026Selling diesel to Russia, on the other hand, undermines everything Ukraine and its allies are attempting to achieve. One must wonder what (and who) prompted South Korea to agree to such a sale, and what repercussions they might face going forward. 1101
v-holmsen.bsky.social @v-holmsen.bsky.social · 07/10/2026The overblown outrage from South Korea is all posturing for domestic political reasons. Calling the apology given insufficient, is rather ludicrous Putting a protracted spotlight on the transfer of NK POWs might even be counter-productive vis-a-vis North Korea. 1101
v-holmsen.bsky.social @v-holmsen.bsky.social · 04/10/2026Why are the stats different from those published by the Kyiv Independent? 110
v-holmsen.bsky.social @v-holmsen.bsky.social · 02/10/2026You should probably expect a similar number of long range strikes throughout the day. It seems day-time strikes have become rather popular with the Russians ... 010
v-holmsen.bsky.social @v-holmsen.bsky.social · 01/10/2026Well on the way to reaching the target rate of 50k per month set for the end of the year (2026). 👍 020
v-holmsen.bsky.social @v-holmsen.bsky.social · 01/10/2026Official statistics no longer being published, denotes that is has become increasingly impossible to hide the actual state of affairs. Increasing military focus and societal atrophy is already apparent, but it will become harder to evaluate to just what extent Russia is hurting. 031
v-holmsen.bsky.social @v-holmsen.bsky.social · 01/10/2026TBH, ever since '22 the official Russian statistics have been nothing but fanciful, glossy fiction - contradicted by virtually all available statistics from other sources, whether from inside Russia or from external sources. 120
v-holmsen.bsky.social @v-holmsen.bsky.social · 28/09/2026There is an underlying assumption running through the entire thread: Taking the Donbas is NOT the final objective, but a stepping stone from which to launch further attacks. The Russians on the front lines do recognize that Ukraine will go on fighting and currently possess several advantages. 1122
v-holmsen.bsky.social @v-holmsen.bsky.social · 28/09/2026A continued creeping US encroachment on Greenland is not only possible, but probable. The new trilateral deal (USA/Denmark/Greenland) is no hindrance. The authorities on Greenland and in Denmark better be vigilant and wary ... 011
v-holmsen.bsky.social @v-holmsen.bsky.social · 27/09/2026Interesting ... ask yourself : Who is a specialist on healthcare and who isn't? IMO Rogers doesn't have a leg to stand on in this context and El-Sayed have both of his planted right in the middle. 000
v-holmsen.bsky.social @v-holmsen.bsky.social · 26/09/2026The article itself cites the name correctly. Maybe an over-worked journalist had turned on auto-correct while speed-typing the post and forgot to check😜? 040
v-holmsen.bsky.social @v-holmsen.bsky.social · 23/09/2026Looking at the surrounding buildings, the church seems to have been deliberately targeted ... 080
v-holmsen.bsky.social @v-holmsen.bsky.social · 23/09/2026You would still have to contend with the filibuster ... 000
v-holmsen.bsky.social @v-holmsen.bsky.social · 23/09/2026- Image, not substance ... - Grandstanding, while eroding cohesion and structural foundation ... ... and then there's the ever-present and increasing corruption and blatant grifting. 000
v-holmsen.bsky.social @v-holmsen.bsky.social · 20/09/2026Narva is separated from Russia by a river, and the bridge over it has been mined, I believe. 1120
v-holmsen.bsky.social @v-holmsen.bsky.social · 17/09/2026Ah, yes ... the inevitable "protecting minorities" argument. Haven't you also stated that you consider all lands where Russians have set foot to be Russia lands? So, the entire planet plus a chunk of space belongs to Russia? 031
v-holmsen.bsky.social @v-holmsen.bsky.social · 17/09/2026Sorry, hadn't read up on the news: "The House passed the bill in a 262 to 159 vote on the final day that the lower chamber is in session before lawmakers leave Washington until after Election Day. Some 58 Democrats voted in favor of the bill, while seven Republicans voted in opposition. " 010
v-holmsen.bsky.social @v-holmsen.bsky.social · 17/09/2026The House of Representatives is now out of session until after the Mid-terms, there will be a few months before they can put the bill to a vote. And even if it passes, the president will be able to selectively choose who to sanction and by how much. Without it, sanctions could still be imposed. 110
v-holmsen.bsky.social @v-holmsen.bsky.social · 17/09/2026A good haul. Keep it up without exposing yourself too much. 000
v-holmsen.bsky.social @v-holmsen.bsky.social · 17/09/2026All well and good, but without knowing how many were sent the numbers are (almost) meaningless. 000
v-holmsen.bsky.social @v-holmsen.bsky.social · 17/09/2026Weren't there almost 4000 Russian soldiers trapped in the remaining pocket? Clean-up underway, it seems - unless more offensives are ongoing, but still under OPSEC. 010
v-holmsen.bsky.social @v-holmsen.bsky.social · 17/09/2026Having been Governor of the Bank of England during a crucial period, he will be well aware of both the advantages and pitfalls to an association with the EU and should be able to arrive at a mutually beneficial outcome. 0160
v-holmsen.bsky.social @v-holmsen.bsky.social · 17/09/2026Let's hope the cumbersome institutions and procedures of the EU doesn't halt or slow down the process too much - or puts up too many roadblocks or places too many restrictions on the relationship. Associate membership seems similar to the relationship with EFTA, but broader in some areas. 190
v-holmsen.bsky.social @v-holmsen.bsky.social · 17/09/2026A highly predictable move by Canada, one which became evident with Carney's speech in Davos - seeking firmer ties with friends other than the USA, while opening up towards other regions (strategically, politically and economically). Canada is diversifying its networks with great speed. 1100
v-holmsen.bsky.social @v-holmsen.bsky.social · 16/09/2026Isn't it better to let the Russians waste time, money and manpower pursuing futile efforts ... 190
v-holmsen.bsky.social @v-holmsen.bsky.social · 16/09/2026Why do I suddenly hear Joseph Goebbels echoing in my head ... 160
v-holmsen.bsky.social @v-holmsen.bsky.social · 16/09/2026Of course, as a standalone, specialized organisation it could in time replace both NATO and OSCE. 010
v-holmsen.bsky.social @v-holmsen.bsky.social · 16/09/2026IOW, a more specialized and focused OSCE. Is it meant as a standalone organisation or be integrated into existing structures? 110
v-holmsen.bsky.social @v-holmsen.bsky.social · 16/09/2026There's been Scandal Flood Season ever since the Orange came down the Golden Escalator of the tRump Tower. The entire country is now submerged and almost nothing is able to break the surface before being drowned by incoming fresh waves. 1162
v-holmsen.bsky.social @v-holmsen.bsky.social · 16/09/2026Only Mudra person has been brought up on specific charges of malfaisance. Everything else is a collection of unverified allegations against 2 other persons - 1 named directly (Michlin) and one identified by description (Budanov), both with ties to Zelensky. Speculative and politicized. The truth? 020
v-holmsen.bsky.social @v-holmsen.bsky.social · 15/09/2026All the efforts to lift sanctions and unfreeze Belarusian assets is just a work-around for being unable to do so for Russia, who is the ultimate beneficiary as Belarus is just a go-between. Shameful ... 1173
v-holmsen.bsky.social @v-holmsen.bsky.social · 15/09/2026Reuters trying to toe the tRump-line by specifically mentioning diesel. The first foundational step in refining crude oil is called fractional distillation, which separates the crude into lighter and heavier components (gasoline rises to the top, diesel stays in the middle). 010
v-holmsen.bsky.social @v-holmsen.bsky.social · 15/09/2026IMHO that norm extends to every meeting he participates in, whether it's a closed WH office meeting or a multilateral international conference. 010
v-holmsen.bsky.social @v-holmsen.bsky.social · 15/09/2026Hah ... The only unused "potential" left unused is nuclear. Another veiled threat of nuclear escalation ... Haven't we heard that one before ... 090
v-holmsen.bsky.social @v-holmsen.bsky.social · 15/09/2026The reports from Anchorage at the time did mention that all members of the US delegation (except tRump), left the closed meeting completely numb and aghast ... Of course, no real agreement on Ukraine can or will happen without Ukraine at the table. 130
v-holmsen.bsky.social @v-holmsen.bsky.social · 14/09/2026There are consequences to kicking the hornet's nest ... 000
v-holmsen.bsky.social @v-holmsen.bsky.social · 14/09/2026- dismantle the nationstate as a governing concept - dismantle the rule of law - dismantle financial institutions - replace with mafia fiefdoms 130
