One’s own shirt
Is closer to the body.
And whatever the country,
It has its own interest.
And for a thug’s shank
To fly off,
Above all is needed
The will of heaven.

So they would fight with zeal,
Oligarchs would not steal,
Allies would not cease
To help,
Even if they elected new presidents.

Maybe America should reproach Europe,
Pause the support.
And later, having forestalled catastrophe,
Stand up again for those who suffer.