Estonia’s Claim of Russian Buildup Met with Skepticism and Doubt
Estonia’s recent pronouncements about Russia planning a significant military buildup aimed at shifting the power balance in Europe certainly warrant a closer look. It’s a claim that resonates with a long historical undercurrent, as if Russia has been persistently attempting to reconfigure the European landscape for a considerable time, often with limited success. The underlying motivations, as perceived by some, seem to stem from a deeply ingrained desire for power and glory, a mindset that appears to place little value on the lives of Russian citizens or anyone else in Europe for that matter. The focus seems to be intensely personal, centered on the individual leader and their perceived legacy.… Continue reading
Matt Underwood