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The author, originally from a Baltic state, reflects on the historical tensions with Russia, narrating how the Soviet Union’s occupation left lasting scars in Eastern Europe. Now residing in Canada, they poke fun at their European neighbors’ wariness of Russia, emphasizing the complex history and lingering mistrust.
A Series of Wild Predictions
Oil prices reaching $150
One of the more plausible forecasts predicts oil prices soaring to $150 per barrel—roughly doubling current levels—though it's uncertain if such a spike could occur naturally under current geopolitical conditions.