The more I learn about russia’s tactics with its political allies, the more I believe every country should be horrified by the idea of making “great energy deals” with russia. In the long run, you’ll pay far more than the market price for energy—and you’ll give away your sovereignty as a bonus to the kremlin. Russia’s energy sales strategy has never been just about business; it’s a calculated move to create long-term political dependence, all to stabilize its regime.
A step-by-step Guide on how to build energy trap (on example of Moldova):
Step 1: Send troops into Moldova to support the separatist movement in Transnistria. Ensure that the country’s main hydroelectric power plant is under your control. The goal is power—both literally and politically.
Step 2: Supply gas “for free” to Transnistria. Make it look generous, while quietly ensuring that the region’s economy becomes entirely dependent on your energy. No one ever suspects a gift is a trap.
Step 3: Buy up more than 50% of MoldovaGaz, the gas supply company (since Gazprom’s ownership basically means kremlin control). Now you control Moldova’s energy market, cementing russia’s economic influence over the region.
Step 4: Add the cost of “free” gas to MoldovaGaz’s debt, keeping the company deep in debt to Gazprom. This way, you maintain control over both Moldova and Transnistria through financial leverage.
Step 5: When Ukraine finishes its gas contract in 2025, take advantage of the situation to create an energy crisis for the industrial complex—and why not add a humanitarian crisis too, leaving citizens struggling to stay warm? Use the resulting chaos to your advantage, making the annexation of Transnistria more likely than ever. With its 200,000 residents and stockpile of Soviet-era weapons, Transnistria becomes a valuable asset to further russia’s war in Ukraine.
Step 6: Repeat as necessary. Use energy to control others, ensuring long-term influence and making neighboring countries dependent on your decisions.
Hey, Georgia, Slovakia, Hungary, Romania! When are your next elections scheduled?
