Putin's interview revealed his perspective on the post-Soviet NATO expansion, stressing Russia's desire to be part of the Western club and feeling rebuffed at every turn. However, the accuracy of his claims remains uncertain as he alludes to private conversations with Western leaders, yet does not disclose their responses. While the sincerity of these conversations is in question, there is validity in Putin's belief that NATO would not readily welcome a strong and assertive Russia into its fold.

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