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The War in Ukraine Three Years On

Russian Roulette

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Political Tensions and Elite Ambitions in Russia

This chapter explores the internal political dynamics in Russia, focusing on the tensions between oligarchs seeking to normalize relations with the West and the security services advocating for a hardline approach. It also examines how Putin's historical perception of Western democracies influences his actions in Eastern Europe.

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