Putin's Perception of the West and the Invasion of Ukraine

This chapter discusses Vladimir Putin's views on the Western culture, his perception of their weakness, and how the annexation of Crimea influenced his perception of himself as an omnipotent leader. It also explores Putin's manipulation of Russia's collective memory and trauma of World War II to create a state cult and nationalist sentiment. The chapter delves into Putin's perspective on the war in Ukraine and his determination to take control of the entire country.