Ukraine, American Proxy War or Russian Land Grab? Russian Brain Drain, Social Issues Help Putin
🇷🇺🌍 In an interview short from a deep dive into the Ukraine-Russia situation with Glen Grant, it's clear that this conflict is more than just a geopolitical tug-of-war. Russia is eyeing Ukraine for its rich resources, strategic ports, and more, underpinning Putin's ambition to maintain his strong leadership role.
Interestingly, Russia faces a brain drain challenge, with many of its talented individuals moving abroad. 🧠✈️ This current crisis doesn't mirror the protests seen during the Soviet-Afghan war, pointing to a unique dynamic in Russian society today. 🤔
The narrative in Russia frames this as a battle for 'Greater Russia', with widespread support for Putin's stance against perceived threats in Ukraine. 🇺🇦🚫 This approach isn't new; it's deeply rooted in centuries-old Russian foreign policy. Ukraine might just be the beginning of a larger strategy. 🗺️🎭
Retired Lieutenant Colonel Glen Grant is an international security and defence advisor - after working as a defence attache in Finland and Estonia for the United Kingdom, he was invited back to Estonia and supported Estonia and Latvia on their successful applications to join NATO.
Grant has worked closely with Ukraine’s Parliamentary Defence Committee and mentors and advises Ukrainian officers, NGOs and defence volunteers.
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