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1/10 Scam alert: russia is not the conservative christian paradise it claims to be Image
2/10 russia enjoys portraying itself as a christian conservative paradise with traditional values, but the actual reality is quite different. Image
3/10 While substantial strides have been achieved in curbing HIV on a global scale, russia's epidemic has persisted over the last three decades. Approximately 1.1 million russians, out of a total population of 144 million, are currently living with HIV. Image
4/10 russia's life expectancy ranks 96th globally, with men having a life expectancy of only 66 years, which is lower than that of North Korea, Syria, or Bangladesh. Image
5/10 russia's intentional homicide rate is among the highest in Europe, if not the highest, depending on the year and statistics being considered. Image
6/10 Despite its efforts to combat abortions, russia still reported approximately a million abortions in 2017 alone. This figure continues to decline as the number of births also decreases. Image
7/10 russia has a low average monthly nominal wage of 71,419 roubles ($756). The percentage of russians who report that their salary does not cover basic expenses has risen by 20 points over two years, reaching nearly half of the population. Image
8/10 russia has a Muslim population of approximately 20 million people. It's notable that russia, despite having a significant Muslim population, continues to propagate disinformation about Europe being invaded by Islam. Image
9/10 As always, russia is being dishonest. Additionally, the concerning reality for russia is the current increase in both crime and alcoholism rates, following years of improvement in these areas. Image
P.S. Numerous critical metrics highlighting issues within russia are absent. For instance, russia exhibits alarmingly high suicide rates, ranking among the highest globally. Additionally, the country experiences elevated levels of divorce. Image

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Sep 17
1/9 Peter Thiel keeps preaching about the Antichrist.

Not to stop him. To summon him.

He’s laying the groundwork.

Private lectures. End-times rhetoric. Surveillance framed as salvation.

This isn’t just politics. It’s prophecy weaponized Image
2/9 Journalist @gilduran76 just published a deep dive into Thiel’s obsession with the Antichrist.

Thiel frames politics as cosmic war and draws from nazi-linked thinkers who saw democracy as a threat to divine order Image
3/9 This is no longer fringe.

Thiel’s allies like JD Vance and Blake Masters echo the same religious-nationalist rhetoric.

They are not just running for office.

They are running a crusade Image
Read 9 tweets
Sep 15
1/11 Why is Elon Musk pushing for civil war in the US and Europe?

This thread breaks down how Musk is using his platform, wealth, and influence to amplify far-right movements, incite political violence, and undermine democracy—across continents Image
2/11 Elon Musk is pushing for civil war in the West.

He’s not just amplifying far-right voices—he’s actively inciting political violence.

And he’s doing it with the power of X, his wealth, and global influence.

This is not just reckless. He’s out of control and dangerous Image
3/11 Musk openly supports far-right movements, including the most unhinged ones.

He praises nationalist leaders and criminals, boosts far-right parties in Europe, and appears alongside extremists like Tommy Robinson.

His rhetoric is increasingly militant and conspiratorial Image
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Sep 14
1/6 Europe is already at war.

Russian drones have hit Poland, Romania, and Lithuania.

This is not just Ukraine’s fight.

The war is spreading. And it will keep spreading until Russia is stopped Image
2/6 Putin has tied his legacy and survival to the war in Ukraine.

Ukraine is not the final goal.
It is the first step.

Russia will escalate again and again unless it is defeated Image
3/6 Europe cannot just defend and wait.

Every time Russia escalates, it must pay a price.

That means long-range weapons for Ukraine, more aid, tougher sanctions, and seizing frozen Russian assets Image
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Sep 14
1/5 Elon Musk has a clear civil war fetish and is recklessly exploiting Charlie Kirk’s assassination to incite political violence before the motives are even known.

He’s openly calling for violence against Democrats and must be held accountable Image
2/5 Before a suspect was identified and with no known motive, Musk blamed Democrats, spread false claims, and fueled conspiracy theories.

While Democrat leaders condemned the killing, Musk escalated division and refused to call for calm Image
3/5 Musk also amplified far-right voices in the UK, engaging with Tommy Robinson and his supporters, a figure too extreme even for Reform UK.

He pushed coup talk and inflammatory rhetoric, using Kirk’s murder as an excuse, while the killer's motives remain unknown Image
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Sep 12
1/6 Political violence is a threat to democracy.

It exists on both sides — and it should never be accepted. But let’s be honest: calling it a “leftist problem” is dishonest.

The data shows it’s overwhelmingly a right-wing issue.

Let’s look at the facts👇 Image
2/6 Between 1990 and 2024:

🔹 Right-wing extremists responsible for ~85% of ideological killings (523 deaths)
🔹 Left-wing: ~15% (78 deaths)
🔹 From 2022–2024: 100% of extremist murders were committed by right-wing actors

Sources: CSIS, ADL, ECDB, Reuters

Ask Grok! Image
3/6 Real cases of violence against Democrats:
• Hortman murdered by man with a hit list of Democrats
• Pelosi’s husband attacked
• Trump supporter attempted to assassinate Gov. Shapiro
• Men convicted for trying to kidnap Gov. Whitmer
• Trump’s shooter? Registered Republican Image
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Sep 11
1/7 Since returning to the White House, Trump has been buying time for russia in Ukraine.

He keeps stalling while pretending to act. It’s clear he won’t pressure russia.

But that extra time will end up hurting russia more than helping it Image
2/7 This delay is a gift to Putin.

Trump isn’t just doing nothing, he’s actively helping russia by refusing to act.

But time is not on russia’s side. The longer the war lasts, the more expensive it becomes Image
3/7 russia is overpaying soldiers to keep recruitment up and compensating families of the dead.

The numbers keep rising.

The longer the war drags on, the heavier the financial and human cost Image
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