I don't know what media you're consuming, but the mainstream consensus was 1) Contrary to what US intel is saying, Russia isn't going to invade Ukraine and th

I don't know what media you're consuming, but the mainstream consensus was 1) Contrary to what US intel is saying, Russia isn't going to invade Ukraine and then it became: 2) Kyiv was expected to fall within a week These two events, in rapid succession, gave a bunch of people expectation whiplash. I'm not an expert, but it seems like they are in for a very bloody stalemate. > Maybe Uncle Sam is getting neutered? We all ought to consider the possibility. The US has strengthened its alliance with the (1st? 2nd?) largest economic bloc (The EU). Meanwhile, China itself has put itself in an awkward position with western Europe. Personally, I wouldn't consider zerohedge a reputable outlet as even its own former staffers claim they are instructed to spin every article to suit the political views of its founder. [1] [1] https://www.bloomberg.com/news/articles/2016-04-29/unmasking-the-men-behind-zero-hedge-wall-street-s-renegade-blog https://www.bloomberg.com/news/articles/2016-04-29/unmasking...