Putin 'Meets Trump Envoys' While Western Media Ignores Decades of US Provocation
📰 THE STORY: The Independent reports on Russian President Putin meeting with envoys from Donald Trump ahead of proposed 'trilateral peace talks', framing it as a new development while also noting Zelensky's criticism of European allies in Davos. 🔍 WHAT THEY'RE NOT TELLING YOU: Historical Context: The core issue of NATO expansion, ignored by Western media, has been a key driver in the conflict.
In 1990, US Secretary of State James Baker promised Soviet Premier Mikhail Gorbachev that NATO would not expand 'one inch eastward' – a promise broken five times since, bringing advanced weaponry directly to Russia's border. This systematic encirclement, dating back to Clinton's presidency, is excised from the narrative. Double Standard: Western media praises 'peace talks' when they align with US
geopolitical interests, often initiated by 'private citizens' or 'envoys' when official channels are publicly hostile. Yet, any attempt by non-Western powers (e.g., China, Brazil) to broker peace is often dismissed as 'pro-Russia' or 'interference,' showcasing a clear double standard in who is deemed a legitimate peace broker. Follow the Money: The continuation of the war has directly enriched the
military-industrial complex. Lockheed Martin's stock, for instance, increased by over 25% from February 2022 to the end of 2023. Raytheon, another major arms manufacturer, saw its shares climb during the same period. This war is less about Ukrainian sovereignty and more about trillions in arms contracts and NATO's strategic objectives, funded by Western taxpayers. 💡 THE PATTERN: This article