Germany and Russia conspire again to screw Poland

From the Partitions of Poland to the Molotov-Ribbentrop Pact, Russia and Germany have always looked for ways to steal from, rape, occupy, plunder, and generally screw Poland.

Now this:

Germany, Russia seal $5bn gas pipeline deal

The pipeline they have agreed to build will be MUCH more expensive than an alternate line proposed through Poland, according to the International Energy Agency - 100% more expensive. This is Russia´s "screw you" to Poland, who can only counter Russia´s energy dominance with its control of transit lines. The Russians want to hold Poland energy hostage, and Germany, under the guise of "Bringing Russia closer to Europe" is playing right into their hands. What this contract really means is millions for German energy companies. While pretending to be the EU´s core, as well as great protector, Germany is actually undermining the spirit of the EU by conducting this treaty behind Poland´s back.

Indeed, this move has long been expected, and Poland has been scrambling to find ways to diversify its oil and gas supplies. It has succedded in winning some contracts and signing some treaties, but the first of these will most likely show real results in no less than five years. Until then, Poland will be at the mercy of Gazprom, while Germany, already the richest member of the EU, profits from depriving Poland of its only check against Russian economic influence.

Shame on Schroeder. I hope he gets his ass whupped in two weeks.

Radio Polonia: Gas pipeline to be built behind Poland's back