This is not unexpected and follows a predictable pattern. The stockpiles in Europe are pretty good for the next few months, they learned a lesson from before when Russia did this in the dead of winter a few years back, remember?
Putin has failed miserably in diversifying his economy and since they have put all of their eggs in the energy basket, and prices have plummeted.....guess what will happen next? Go down to your gas pump next time for a fill up and snap a pic of the price..... for the memories.
A crisis is coming and it yes, it will be planned out. If the economy continues to suffer in Russia, look for them to reach out and grab what it needs and wants by force. These things work on many levels....not least of which it's a nice distraction to how badly Putin and gang have pissed the Russian future away. A KGB Premiere .... what a surprise.
Notice how Israel is being kept busy? Wonder why?
out.