That Farage statement about Ukraine

Nigel Farage said that the West provoked Russia’s invasion of Ukraine, and the Westminster village and mainstream media have condemned him for it. Why did he say it?

Farage has created uproar in the establishment with his comments about Ukraine. Politicians from all significant parties have condemned him, when all the evidence is that he is right. He refuses to withdraw his remarks.

How this plays out in electoral terms will be interesting. My guess is that after two years there is a weariness in the UK about Ukraine’s war, which seems to be going nowhere. Being the only politician prepared to state what many voters are thinking might garner some support for him, particularly given the unity between a failed Conservative Party and an unconvincing Labour.

This is all local stuff. More interesting is that Farage and Trump are buddies, sharing their views on many topics. Could it be that the Donald shares Nigel’s opinion on Ukraine? I think the answer is very likely to be yes. If he is elected, this could change the dynamics of the war from Russia’s viewpoint.