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Putin's 'global battle' against US & NATO: Russia 'testing' NATO since 2022 Ukraine invasion began

Putin's 'global battle' against US & NATO: Russia 'testing' NATO since 2022 Ukraine invasion began

Summary

Russia's support for Iran and its actions in Ukraine and NATO areas are part of a wider plan by President Putin to pressure the United States and its allies. This plan involves testing what the West will tolerate through various actions like missile support, cyberattacks, and conflicts in different regions, rather than seeking direct war with the U.S.

Key Facts

  • Russia has been supporting Iran with missile technology as part of a bigger strategy, not just a one-time arms deal.
  • President Putin sees Ukraine, Iran, NATO, and the U.S. as linked areas where he can challenge Western power.
  • Russia tests Western limits by sending drones into NATO areas, conducting cyberattacks, and spreading disinformation.
  • Putin aims to increase the costs for the U.S. and Israel to take military actions.
  • Russia wants to keep the current Iranian government because a pro-Western Iran would be a loss for Moscow.
  • This strategy tries to change the balance of power around the U.S. without direct military conflict.
  • Western responses that do not strongly enforce "red lines" may encourage Russia to push further.
  • The ongoing war in Ukraine is one part of this larger strategic effort by Russia.
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