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Is Putin a threat to UK ?

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HumbleStumble · 27/08/2026 11:22

With the CIA flying into Moscow, Russia appears to be ramping up the offensive. Is Russia a threat to the UK? Putin wants unconditional surrender from Ukraine which they will never agree to. Is Burnham right to poke the bear ?

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JazzyJelly · 27/08/2026 11:31

Yes he's a threat. That's why it's right to support Ukraine.

LaurieFairyCake · 27/08/2026 11:30

even if he is we (and NATO) have a job to do.

He’s only sabre rattling because Trumps such a massive cunt who loves him.

randomchap · 27/08/2026 11:28

In what way a threat? Spreading discord online through troll farms and bots, absolutely.

Asynchronous warfare such as arson and hacking, most likely

Actual out and out attacks. Not likely at all

It's still the right and moral thing to support Ukraine.

AnneLovesGilbert · 27/08/2026 11:28

Of course Putin is a threat but it’s still right to support our ally who’s fighting a horrific invasion and war. Are you suggesting we sacrifice the people of Ukraine in case we upset the psycho in Moscow?

TrunkElliot · 27/08/2026 11:27

Yes of course he is. You only have to look at the Salisbury poisonings of 2018 to see that.

LillyPeaceFlowerSun · 27/08/2026 11:25

I don’t see it as poking the bear but supporting a victim against a bully but on a global scale.

It’s the right thing to do.

But yes, when you support a victim against a bully, there is a chance the bully will turn their attention to you.

But, often others then come and stand by you against the bully so fingers crossed.