Serbian elections: Russian ally full of shit! - International Social/Political

At this stage neither of the two major parties are able to govern; the decision rests with the minor parties, especially Milosevic’s Socialist Party – a bitter irony indeed for Western interests now forced to deal with the Socialists in order to govern!

But to the real issue that turned the tide against the nationalists. Just prior to the elections the EU signed a much publicised agreement (SAA) with Tadic ‘promising’ EU membership, economic aid and an assortment of “benefits” providing that Serbia relinquishes its rights and allows itself to be further sodomised by Western interests – as if the amputation of Kosovo isn’t enough!

Prior to that tactical manoeuvre the two major parties were evenly divided so it would seem that Serbia is willing to sell itself like a cheap Balkan whore, notwithstanding the FACT that its strategic position guarantees its economic prosperity in the future! But first Kosovo would have to be reclaimed and the West FORCED to negotiate energy deals and pipeline corridor licenses – a sovereign nation’s business prerogative!

Russia, the toothless and clawless bear, should have made it very clear immediately the EU attempted to bribe Serbian youth that it would initiate immediate action to restore stolen Serbian territories! That threat would have countered the bribe ‘sweetener’ and boosted the confidence of Serbs. The EU bribe amounts to a paedophile offering candy to its victim! However, in the absence of a counter strategy the tide turned in favour of Tadic.

[Where are you Russia, the world is becoming aware that your promises are hollow and that you are unable to support AND DEFEND your allies, THEREFORE YOURSELF?]

Serbs have been misled and cheated since NATO’s illegal bombing of the civilian city of Belgrade. Serbia actually holds the winning hand providing it remains undivided and maintains focus on national (everyone’s) interests – the old adage is absolutely true that ‘only unity saves the Serbs.’

If Serbs took time to think, instead of squabble they would realise what a powerful strategic, geopolitical position they hold. This is America’s and the EU’s worst nightmare that Serbia will wake up to its inalienable RIGHTS and maintain its national interests, which are neither with Russia nor the West but a balance of both!

I sincerely hope the blood of my ancestors has not been spilled in vain. Serbia has never relinquished its identity in the face of the most severe oppression in the past; should we now sell our souls for what really amounts to a whorish song?

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As Western governments rushed to praise the victory of pro-Western parties in the May 11 parliamentary elections in Serbia, the initial reaction from Moscow was muted.

A reformist coalition led by President Boris Tadic's Democratic Party secured 102 mandates in Serbia's 225-seat parliament. The pro-Moscow Radical Party, led by ultranationalist Tomislav Nikolic came in a distant second, winning 77 seats.

In remarks reported by ITAR-TASS, Mikhail Margelov, head of the International Relations Committee in Russia's Federation Council, said the results showed that there was "no unity in Serbian society" and that it was "premature to make forecasts about future developments."

But analysts say that Moscow is not entirely unhappy with the results. Many say Russia is able to do business with Tadic, and that the unpredictable firebrand Nikolic is a potential liability for the Kremlin despite his loyalty.

"Formally he [Nikolic] would show loyalty to Russia, but his image and politics would compromise Moscow's efforts to improve its image and strengthen its economic position. And Russia needs this now," says Yevgeny Volk, head of the Heritage Foundation in Moscow. "Therefore, I think Russia is prepared to close its eyes to Tadic's pro-Western orientation under the conditions that he protects Russia's economic and political interests in the Balkans."

Indeed, Tadic opposes Kosovo's independence and has signed off on major energy deals with Russia -- including the sale of a majority stake in the oil company NIS to Gazprom subsidiary Gazpromneft.

Moreover, despite his plurality, Tadic needs 126 votes to form a government and will need to form a coalition with other parties in parliament. A conservative coalition led by outgoing Prime Minister Vojislav Kostunica's Democratic Party of Serbia came in third place with 30 seats in parliament, followed by the Socialist Party with 20 seats.

The Liberal Democrats, a pro-Western party, won 14 seats, and smaller parties representing ethnic minorities won a handful of mandates.

In a recent interview with RFE/RL's Russian Service, political analyst Sergei Romanenko said nearly any combination of parties is possible.

"It is not only Serbia's political system that is divided, but Serbian society as well," Romanenko said. "There will likely be long and difficult negotiations about forming a government. I would only rule out one combination: Tadic's Democrats and the Serbian Radical Party will not be in the government together. All other combinations are possible."

Such a situation suits Moscow well since both the Socialists, the party of late Serbian dictator Slobodan Milosevic, and Kostunica's Democratic Party of Serbia, are favorably disposed toward Russia.

"Tadic doesn't have an easy situation in forming a coalition. His party can't form a government alone," Volk says. "The parties closest to Russia, most of all the Socialists, can form a coalition with Tadic and help him form a government. And this can help [preserve] Russia's influence over Tadic."

Analysts say the most likely government would include Tadic's coalition, the Liberal Democrats, and the Socialists.

© 2008 RFE/RL, Inc

Milosevic's Socialists will probably go with Tadic but will demand his 'balls' as a price for their crucial support. Tadic will bluster and coo of 'his' victory and repeat all the slogans and hollow propaganda the West has taught him BUT the nation remains as it was, evenly DIVIDED!

The elections have been a waste of time or worse have placed the Socialists in a very powerful position -- how does it feel, America?

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