Back in my day, when a diplomat was caught selling secrets, they’d get a slap on the wrist. Now, they’re throwing the book at them? Twelve years for “passing secrets” to the U.S.? Sounds like a headline designed to inflame tensions. Sure, espionage is serious, but a 12-year sentence? That’s more punishment than most countries hand out for actual crimes. Russia’s legal system isn’t exactly known for its fairness, but even they can’t justify this without a shred of evidence. Where’s the proof? The “report” cites Reuters, but let’s not forget—mainstream media loves a good spy scandal.

Kids these days think they’re smart with their “leaks” and “sources,” but this feels like another manufactured crisis. The U.S. has a history of jailing its own spies (see: Robert Hanssen), so why should Russia be any different? Maybe the diplomat was framed, or maybe the U.S. is trying to stir up trouble. Either way, 12 years is a heavy price. Back in the 90s, we’d laugh at such claims. Now? Everyone’s a conspiracy theorist.

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