I cannot be certain
Of the men behind the curtain
Of press conference
Media accounts.
My uncertainty mounts
At words “They have to fight”.
What space is their in peaceful diplomacy
For such European flummery to one who spouts
Putin’s fundamental effrontery?
“They must fight.” Have I heard that right?
More bombs, missiles and drones dropped overnight
On Ukraines families and children,on civilians
Proves the point.
We have a president who annoints
A killer, aggressor, man who acts a devil
And supports his evil need to fight.
Despite what we hear, rely on what we see.
Rely on what we see men and women do.
Sanctions still lifted.
Bank accounts secure.
No pressure on Putin.
Words? We need much more!
annarino writes 