Geopolitical Miscalculations by Russia

Russia's recent development and deployment of intermediate-range weapons, including the newly introduced Orishnik missile, highlight significant strategic miscalculations in their foreign policy. Originally intended as a message to NATO and European countries to instill fear, the deployment has instead bolstered European support for Ukraine, with countries like the U.K. and France supplying advanced missile systems. Furthermore, political changes in Germany may soon lead to increased military support for Ukraine, as new leadership is willing to liberate their own weapons systems for use against Russian forces. Overall, the Russian strategy appears to be backfiring, as increased European unity and military cooperation materialize in response to perceived threats.