We are due a full analysis...
Seems we are entering the logical progression of the last few years. Was only a matter of time before one of these knucklefucks took the next step whether it was Russia with one of their previous vassals, China with Taiwan, Pakistan and India, Right vs. Left in the States, etc. I think nuclear conflict is still a low possibility, but massive loss of life , misery, and economic ruin is much more likely than it was last week. I just don't see the gain here though. Gain territory from people who hate you at the cost of your economy and suffering of your people. Makes no sense. I would think that the oligarchs would suffer enough financially that they would exert the appropriate pressure to prevent what is happening now, but what the hell do I know?
Anyway, I agree with you 100%. This is why our dark lord created metal. Nothing else satisfies the weary anxious soul quite like it.