Staff Reports
Biden’s recent decision to greenlight the use of U.S.-made missiles by Ukraine against Russian targets is less of a brave stand and more of a wobbly invite to a dangerous party where only the cake is being passed around. It seems that instead of escalating the Ukraine conflict, Biden is extending an open invitation for more chaos, which is a testament to his penchant for poorly timed commentary and questionable decision-making skills. This move is reminiscent of that time he casually mentioned a “minor incursion” right before Putin launched his full-scale invasion, proving that the current administration could use some serious lessons in foreign policy from anyone not in an armchair at a D.C. cocktail party.
Critics point out the absurdity of the situation: Biden insists on a “limited use” of the missiles, meaning Ukraine has to wave their arms and get pre-approval every time they aim. This bureaucratic red tape looks like nothing more than the same tired “Lawyers First!” strategy that has caused America more losses in wars than it would care to admit. Yes, folks, it’s come to this—Ukrainians must ask for permission before firing at the bad guys. Who knew warfare required a form filled out in triplicate?
This is terrifying.
Biden is trying to escalate tensions before he is booted out of office to make it more difficult for Trump to peacefully end the war.
Starmer has been pushing for this WW3 level escalation, which should tell you what kind of sick man runs our country. pic.twitter.com/ITv4VCazE9
— Alex Armstrong (@alexharmstrong) November 18, 2024
In a stunning show of irony, this so-called invitation comes as Russia ramps up its aggression, launching a massive assault on Ukraine’s civilian infrastructure, all while the world watches and wonders whether Putin is treating this escalation like a casual game of chess, casually moving pieces without a hint of concern. It’s like Biden’s slap on the wrist for such a show of force is nothing compared to the sheer number of missiles raining down on Ukraine. To some, it seems an escalation is when Ukraine is given the green light for missile use, but when Russia employs Iranian drones, it’s just another day at the office for Moscow.
Putin’s broader game plan has been fairly clear, as he threatens nuclear responses while simultaneously gobbling up territory. With foreign soldiers rallying under the Russian flag—North Korean troops, no less—this conflict is feeling less and less like a simple Europe vs. Russia scenario, and more like a bizarre Marvel crossover. The chaos surrounding the Kremlin’s red lines seems to have more wiggle room than a flexible yoga instructor, leaving many to wonder if it’s even worth paying attention to his whims at all.
While some theorize that Biden is just trying to leave a quagmire for Trump to navigate once he’s back in office, the jury is still out on that mess. Navigating tricky waters is hardly new for Trump, and maybe, just maybe, Biden is setting up his political successor to clean up even more debris from his half-hearted engagements. Ukraine deserved better than watered-down missile access at a time when real support should have been on the table long before 2023 rolled around. Yes, the current administration might want to rethink what it means to project strength; it’s almost as if they’ve tossed good strategy on the pile labeled “what ifs” rather than acting decisively.
When it comes to foreign affairs, the lesson from history remains clear: peace through strength isn’t just a catchphrase but a necessary strategy that Biden seems to have tossed aside in favor of photo ops and sound bites. The current approach is a tepid response to a bevy of Kremlin provocations, best described as limping into a heavyweight fight with a roll of bubble wrap, and the world would do well to keep an eye on what the next move will be.
