By Matt Underwood Infant among three killed in Russian attack that sets ablaze the seat of Ukraine government – the very words are a gut punch, aren’t they? To think of a child, an innocent life, extinguished in the brutal theater of war – it’s a tragedy that transcends political boundaries and evokes a profound sense of sorrow and anger. The fact that this happened in an attack targeting government buildings in Kyiv only amplifies the horror. It’s not just about the loss of life; it’s about the deliberate targeting of a nation’s heart, its very core.
The sheer audacity of such an act, the disregard for human life, it leaves you reeling. This is beyond military strategy; it’s an act of terrorism, plain and simple. The deliberate targeting of civilians, the destruction of critical infrastructure, the escalation of violence – it all points towards a calculated campaign of terror designed to break the spirit of the Ukrainian people. And to think that such actions are sanctioned by the very leadership of the aggressor nation, it’s difficult to find words that adequately express the outrage.
And that’s where the frustration bubbles up, doesn’t it? The idea that this “ends,” and the architects of this devastation might be welcomed back into the global fold as if nothing happened. The economic realities of oil, the relentless pursuit of power – these things seem to overshadow the moral imperative, the basic decency of respecting human life. It’s a sickening thought, that the very forces that have empowered the “worst of humanity” for over a century could be allowed to continue unchecked. It’s a grim reminder of the power of greed and the perversion of values.
This leads to the visceral reactions. The raw, unfiltered anger directed at Vladimir Putin, and by extension, anyone who supports him. The expressions of utter contempt for the actions of the Russian Federation, the labeling of it as a terrorist state, it’s a natural response to the atrocities being committed. The sentiment of “Moscow is a legitimate target” – though it is important to emphasize that this is only a reflection of anger – illustrates the depth of the rage and despair felt by those witnessing these events.
The targeting of government buildings in Kyiv, previously considered a taboo, is a significant escalation. This is not just a military tactic; it’s a statement. It’s a message to the Ukrainian people and the world that the aggressor is willing to go further, to shatter any remaining constraints. This deliberate targeting of the seat of government signifies an attempt to destabilize the nation, to undermine its authority, and to sow chaos and fear.
Then comes the prediction. The darkly humorous, but deeply motivated thought of a “fire” in the Kremlin within the month. This is a reflection of the desire for retribution, the longing for justice. It’s an expression of hope that the perpetrators of these crimes will face consequences, that they will feel the pain they have inflicted. It’s the desire to see the tables turned, to have the aggressor experience the destruction they have unleashed. The flamingos, the thought of them hitting the Kremlin, that’s a dark, almost absurd, yet cathartic form of imagery.
And the focus returns to the baby, the innocent life lost. The biting sarcasm about whether the infant “was wearing a suit” or “said thank you” underscores the absurdity of the situation. It’s a way of highlighting the callousness and inhumanity of those responsible, their blatant disregard for human suffering. It’s a lament for a life extinguished, a symbol of the innocent victims of this conflict.
Then, the inevitable worry about the aftermath. The fear that the “rapist-in-chief” will remain silent, that there will be a failure to hold the perpetrators accountable. The skepticism regarding the role of the US and Europe, the concern that they will step in to “save” Russia from the consequences of its actions, just as they have done in the past. The fear that the world will once again prioritize geopolitical stability over justice and human rights. The normalization of relationships and the reduction of sanctions. The world’s tendency to allow a repeat of the past in times of political distress.
The comparison to the Soviet Union’s collapse is offered as a counterpoint. The recognition that despite the concerns, the world will not end if Russia breaks into pieces. The hope that a diminished Russia, returning to its roots, would make the world a better place.
The sentiment, overall, is one of outrage, despair, and a desperate hope for justice. It reflects the profound sense of injustice felt in the face of such a tragedy, the deep-seated anger directed at those responsible, and the yearning for a world where such atrocities are never repeated.