2025: Year of the Snake and Russia's Uncertain Future
The third year of Russia's war with Ukraine is beginning, and the outcome remains uncertain. Journalists from the Finnish newspaper "Iltalehti" speculate that a breakthrough could occur in 2025, drawing on the history of a Chinese omen said to be unfavourable for Russians. But why might the Year of the Snake be revolutionary?
Experts cannot predict how the conflict between Russia and Ukraine will be resolved. Some suggest that Donald Trump's potential return to power in the USA could be a turning point.
The Finns decided to delve deeper into their predictions, consulting the history of Chinese omens. The journalists from "Iltalehti," as cited by "Super Express," examined the traditional Chinese calendar. Historically, the Year of the Snake, beginning on 29 January, has not boded well for Russians.
According to the Chinese calendar, 2025 is the Year of the Snake. Whether by coincidence or not, this year has often heralded misfortune for Russia's eastern neighbour in the past - said Finnish commentators, quoted by "Super Express."
Does the Chinese Year of the Snake indicate the end of Putin? Finnish journalists speculate
The journalists from "Iltalehti" mentioned several adverse events for Russia that have occurred during past Years of the Snake. In 1881, Alexander II was assassinated. In 1905 and 1907, Russian revolutions took place.
In 1941, Nazi Germany invaded the Soviet Union, and in 1953, Joseph Stalin passed away. The year 1989 was also pivotal, marking the collapse of the Eastern European communist bloc.
Finnish commentators ponder whether 2025 could likewise be unfavourable and transformative from Russia's perspective. They note that significant global changes may occur with Donald Trump's potential election as President of the USA.
Moreover, they caution Vladimir Putin to be vigilant, not just because of the upcoming Year of the Snake. The journalists from "Iltalehti" remind readers that public dissatisfaction is increasing in Russia due to a declining standard of living.
