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Is Russia winning now?

Today, Explained

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Using the Threat of Nuclear Weapons for Political Gain

Putin uses the threat of nuclear strikes as a response to perceived Western escalations, aiming to signal to the US and Ukraine's allies to back off. This tactic is effective in intimidating Western officials and experts acknowledge its success in private conversations.

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