Russia-West Tensions and Military Strategies

This chapter explores the escalating tensions between Russia and the West, focusing on military operations, drone attacks, and perceptions of nuclear strategy amidst the Ukraine conflict. It highlights the implications of Western actions, including the use of bombers and surveillance technologies, on Russia's military calculations and nuclear deterrence. The discussion analyzes the balance of restraint and aggression in military engagements, emphasizing how Western involvement may represent a more significant escalation than perceived provocations.