Vladimir Putin and Joe Biden have been on the phone with each other and US sources say that Russia has been fully warned about any invasion of Ukraine. This National Post story tells of Putin’s worrisome notion that the Ukrainians are his brothers. Those with memories think that sounds like Hitler getting ready to annex Austria.
Canada, others follow US boycott of Beijing games
The prime minister has announced that, like the US, Canada will conduct a diplomatic boycott of the Beijing Winter Olympics. The UK and Australia have also declared a boycott. China had said it doesn’t matter. Everyone is out of step but Beijing is the Communist mantra.
Olaf Scholz becomes German Chancellor
Angela Merkel, the woman called the Face of European Governance, has stepped down as Chancellor of Germany. Her successor, Olaf Scholz took office today.
