Putin made two moves in a row and launched a first retaliation against the United States. After the incident of Russia's trespass on Ren'ai Jiao continued to ferment, Putin decided to send ** into the South China Sea to exert pressure on the Americans. While the outside world was still paying attention to the follow-up development, Putin made another big move and officially visited Saudi Arabia and the United Arab Emirates. It is basically impossible to circumvent the Palestinian-Israeli situation and the oil issue during this visit. The significance behind this visit cannot be underestimated.
Earlier, Putin was accused by the International Criminal Court of illegally deporting and transferring Ukrainian children and issued a global arrest warrant. Although the Russian side has turned a deaf ear to this, the charge has had a certain impact on Putin's image. And now Israel's actions in Gaza are seen as the most resentful, but the so-called International Criminal Court has chosen to remain silent. This glaring double standard verifies that the ICC is only a tool of the United States. It is impossible for Saudi Arabia and the UAE to be unaware of this, however, they still invited Putin to visit, which suggests that the two countries are also beginning to stop seeing the United States as an important factor. Putin's visit to the Middle East can be said to be a fierce revenge on the Americans.
Putin's retaliatory strategy revolves primarily around oil. At present, one of the main positive actions of the United States is to try to suppress international oil prices. On the one hand, lowering oil prices can control domestic inflation to a certain extent. On the other hand, Russia's income** has been compressed, especially after the conflict in Ukraine, when energy has become Russia's main income**. Moreover, the establishment of the hegemony of the dollar is based on the control of oil, and the premise of achieving this goal is that the major oil-producing countries such as the Middle East obey the orders of the United States. The hegemony of the United States is already in jeopardy, and Putin seized this opportunity to fight for it, which is undoubtedly the most retaliatory action.
As one of the world's largest oil exporters, Putin's visit to the Middle East is undoubtedly to demonstrate to the United States Russia's important position in the oil market. Saudi Arabia and the United Arab Emirates, as important oil producers in the Middle East, invited Putin to visit to convey their dissatisfaction with the United States and their trust in Russia. During this visit, oil cooperation is one of the core topics of negotiations between Putin and Middle Eastern countries. Putin wants to strengthen cooperation with Middle Eastern countries in the field of oil and consolidate Russia's position in the international oil market.
Putin's two consecutive moves showed his self-confidence and determination. Whether it is sending ** into the South China Sea or visiting the Middle East, Putin has demonstrated Russia's strength and determination as a great power. With these actions, Putin announced to the whole world that Russia is no longer an outsider, but an important force capable of playing an active role in the international arena.
The visit also highlighted Putin's diplomatic wisdom. His good adaptability and decision-making skills in international affairs are the key to Russia's diplomatic achievements. He judged the timing accurately and acted appropriately to enable Russia to make a name for itself on the international stage.
Putin's retaliation against the United States will have a significant impact on the United States. First of all, Russia's important position in the oil market will be consolidated and strengthened. Putin's oil cooperation with Middle Eastern countries will bring more benefits to Russia, and at the same time provide an opportunity for Middle Eastern countries to work closely with Russia and reduce their dependence on the United States.
Second, Putin's retaliation will weaken U.S. influence in the Middle East. Saudi Arabia and the UAE's move to invite Putin shows their dissatisfaction with the United States and their recognition of Russia, which will lead to more antagonistic voices in the Middle East. America's allies in the Middle East may increasingly seek to cooperate with Russia, weakening America's position in the region.
Finally, Putin's retaliatory actions will also make the United States realize that Russia is not a country that can be ignored. By demonstrating Russia's strength and determination, Putin sent a strong signal to the United States that Russia is willing to play a more important role in international affairs. This will force the United States to reassess its policy toward Russia and adjust accordingly.
In short, Putin's retaliation against the United States in two consecutive moves demonstrates Russia's strength and determination in the international arena. Putin's retaliation will have a significant impact on the position of the United States in the oil market and the Middle East, further weakening the hegemony of the United States. In the face of Putin's hardline attitude, the United States has to reassess its policy toward Russia. Russia has become an important force that cannot be ignored in international affairs, and we should pay more attention to and understand Russia's development in the international arena.