08-09-2022, 11:38 AM
Mutually assured destruction is a valid deterrent when the decision makers on each side face the consequences in a way that’s aligned with the country. In this situation, Putin is not aligned with the Russian people. If he looks too weak, he could end up with his head on a block, so prudence isn’t necessarily a virtue that will advance his self interest.
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