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by rdtsc 2954 days ago
> If it is an attack rather than an accident, then after the Skripal poisoning, Russia should be the #1 suspect. There is only one country in the world that is brazen enough to attack a US consulate in China.

If it was Russia, I don't understand what's the upside here? Step 1:Hurt US diplomat in China Step 2: Start a wave of condemnations from both countries. Possible retaliations. More sanctions. Step 3: ? Step 4: Profit. They are bullies and have assassinated before but they don't seem to be completely irrational. What would be their Step 3 in the plan?