In a recent state-run media broadcast in Russia, Sergei Markov, a prominent pro-Putin political scientist and former adviser to Russian President Vladimir Putin, stirred international controversy by suggesting that a new civil war in the United States would be “good for the world.”
Markov’s assertion aligns with the increasing speculation surrounding the possibility of a second American civil war amid escalating political divides in the nation.
Throughout the summer, numerous Republicans speculated about the potential eruption of a civil war, particularly in response to criminal indictments against former President Donald Trump, as reported by Newsweek on December 31, 2023.
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Former President Trump, a leading contender in the 2024 Republican presidential primary, added fuel to the fire in May by sharing a social media post discussing the looming possibility of a civil war, sparking significant backlash.
Julia Davis, founder of the Russian Media Monitor watchdog group, recently shared a clip on the platform X (formerly Twitter), featuring Markov expressing his views.
During the broadcast, Markov linked the hypothetical U.S. civil war to Russia’s symbol for the new year, the “Wood Dragon,” suggesting that such an event would be both logical and beneficial for the global community.
Markov went on to claim that a U.S. civil war would lead to the cessation of the conflict in Ukraine. When questioned about Russia’s purported aversion to war, Markov doubled down, asserting that Russia indeed wishes for such a conflict.
He argued that if a civil war were to erupt in America, the conflict in Ukraine would come to a halt, prompting Ukrainian leaders to seek mediation to end the turmoil caused by what he described as a “colonial junta” imposed by the U.S.
These comments come against the backdrop of increasing tensions between Russia and Ukraine, with the conflict showing no signs of resolution.
Markov’s remarks echo predictions made earlier by Dmitry Medvedev, a former Russian president and Putin ally, whose forecasts for 2023, including the onset of a U.S. civil war, did not materialize.
Newsweek reached out to global defense experts for comments on this situation, indicating the potential seriousness of the implications surrounding these statements.
The article also emphasizes the mockery directed at Medvedev for his failed predictions in 2023, where he foresaw Texas and California becoming independent nations, and a partnership forming between Texas and Mexico, with Elon Musk becoming president after a supposed civil war in the U.S.
As events unfold, it is crucial to consider the potential consequences of such rhetoric on the geopolitical stage.
The implications of a major global player like Russia openly expressing support for the idea of a U.S. civil war raise concerns about the manipulation of internal divisions within the United States for external political gains.
The piece concludes by underlining the significance of these statements in the context of Russia’s historical involvement in attempts to influence or disrupt political processes in other countries.
The suggestion that a U.S. civil war would benefit Russia adds a layer of complexity to the already strained relations between the two nations.
This news highlights the importance of monitoring geopolitical developments and the potential impact of inflammatory rhetoric on international relations.
The growing polarization within the United States becomes not only a domestic concern but also a matter of global significance, as other nations seem to view it as an opportunity to further their own interests.
