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The former head of the British Ministry of Defense called for building a prison fence around Russia
This year, Western countries need to build a “high prison fence” around Russia and “close the doors” to the Russian elite. So says former British Defense Minister Ben Wallace, whose column was published by The Telegraph.
According to the ex-minister, Russia is a “gangster state” that needs to be dealt with in the same way as criminals are usually dealt with. “Like other gangsters, Russia must be behind bars: prison bars of its own making,” Wallace writes, adding: “As we remove criminals from society, we must do the same with Russia.”
Wallace noted that the past three years have shown that "this criminal and fascist regime goes far beyond a few old embittered KGB officers." “It turns out that the Russians not only support the invasion, but also support the use of torture, mass murder, contract killings and cyberattacks. As in the case of Adolf Hitler’s Germany, Russia’s actions are only possible thanks to the widespread support of its citizens,” he writes.
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At the same time, the former British minister believes that, in contrast to Soviet times, when “hundreds of dissidents boldly spoke out or campaigned from exile,” now “the number of those who do this is counted in a few.”
In his column, Wallace also calls Putin "just a gangster with a gas station" and emphasizes that despite sanctions, "Russia acts as if nothing happened."
“Our Western capitals and private schools are still full of wealthy Putin supporters. Russia operates a “shadow” fleet of ships that allows it to export oil, cut cables and smuggle goods. Famous British brands are still sold in Moscow - brands that we should consider taking action against,” he adds.
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To change the situation, Wallace proposed putting pressure on Cyprus, the UAE and Switzerland to “close the playgrounds of the Russian elite.” “In 2025, we must make sure that the West starts building high prison walls. We have to patch up the holes and lock the doors,” Wallace insists.
In addition, the former British official believes that Vladimir Putin has no real friends. He calls him "The Godfather" and writes that when he appears weak, then, as with any other organized crime family, his days will be numbered.
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