Kneissl complains about Russian gossip and drinking, suggests Putin should intervene

Former Austrian Foreign Minister Karin Kneissl, now residing in Russia, has voiced her dissatisfaction with the local culture, particularly the perceived prevalence of gossip and alcohol consumption among Russians. In an interview with the newspaper "Heute," Kneissl reportedly suggested that Russian President Vladimir Putin should be the one to address these issues.

The commentary, featured in "Blattsalat" and reported by Der Standard, touches upon Kneissl's observations about her new home country. The article notes a growing sense of boredom in media coverage of events like former Chancellor Sebastian Kurz's social gatherings, such as his "Schinkenfleckerl & Gin" events, which have been held for four years.

Kurz's recent event at Salzburg's Café Bazar also saw a mention of Christian Stocker, who is reportedly trying to make a comeback with strong statements after facing pressure regarding his leadership. The article highlights the connection between these seemingly disparate social and political events, noting Kurz's initial uncertainty about attending the gathering.