Checkmate. Putin has the West cornered

As 2022 nears, the West is trying to figure out Russian President Vladimir Putin’s next move on a complex geopolitical chessboard – and preparing an “aggressive package” of sanctions, should he decide to make another land grab in Ukraine.

Vladimir Putin and the Parable of the 'Cornered Rat' - The Atlantic

Invading Ukraine backfired on Putin. Why is he threatening to do it again? - The Washington Post

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After Putin walks around with a nuclear suitcase, hiding himself in a nuclear bunker, ships and planes being armed with nuclear warheads and testing missile systems. Why is it still believed, that

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Checkmate. Putin has the West cornered

What is Russia's Theory of Victory in Ukraine? - Modern War Institute

Jon Sweet - Opinion Author and Intelligence Analyst - The Sweet Perspective

How to find a position where Black, on his move, cannot save himself from defeat, having a King and Queen against the King, Knight and Pawn of White, and the black king