It is essential to grasp the lessons of history to understand the present in order to create a better future. Otherwise we are making it up as we go along. Thanks for the insight.
I recall reading many years ago the CCP is looking at Siberia with lust in their heart. So they'll help Putin, up to a point, and if it weakens Russia. They've got their eyes set elsewhere (ie East & South).
It all depends how things unravel. Generally, I think the Chinese are less game to buy into other nations’ troubles. But, that changes as perceptions of opportunity and risk
change. That’s why we need to present a strong, united front. So to
Mike Baker is joined by Fred Kagan of the American Enterprise Institute to unpack why Vladimir Putin still believes he has the upper hand in Ukraine—even as Russian forces suffer massive casualties and battlefield setbacks. Is it strategy, delusion, or something else?
It is essential to grasp the lessons of history to understand the present in order to create a better future. Otherwise we are making it up as we go along. Thanks for the insight.
I recall reading many years ago the CCP is looking at Siberia with lust in their heart. So they'll help Putin, up to a point, and if it weakens Russia. They've got their eyes set elsewhere (ie East & South).
It all depends how things unravel. Generally, I think the Chinese are less game to buy into other nations’ troubles. But, that changes as perceptions of opportunity and risk
change. That’s why we need to present a strong, united front. So to
speak 😉
PDB Why Putin Believe's He's Winning In Ukraine
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=_1b5Llnz668
Jul 19, 2025
Mike Baker is joined by Fred Kagan of the American Enterprise Institute to unpack why Vladimir Putin still believes he has the upper hand in Ukraine—even as Russian forces suffer massive casualties and battlefield setbacks. Is it strategy, delusion, or something else?