Echoes of Conflict: The Moscow Attack and Its Implications

This chapter analyzes the repercussions of an Islamic State attack in Russia, including the prior warnings from American intelligence that were dismissed by Russian officials. It critiques Putin's response, including his failure to directly implicate Ukraine, and the possible intelligence covering that prompted his hesitance. Furthermore, it discusses the impact on Russia's national security and public perception of Putin during a time of rising tensions with Ukraine.