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Why is Vladimir Putin threatening Ukraine? Respect, fear, power at play in Russian leader’s motivations

Maureen Groppe, USA TODAYComments Off on Why is Vladimir Putin threatening Ukraine? Respect, fear, power at play in Russian leader’s motivations

In threatening Ukraine, Vladimir Putin is trying to protect Russia's sphere of influence while bolstering his own standing at home and abroad.

     
Maureen Groppe, USA TODAY
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