When Russian President Vladimir Putin spoke to reporters in Moscow on Tuesday, he mused about a hypothetical situation where Russia could be dragged into battle against NATO if Ukraine was granted membership in the security alliance.
While he appeared to be open to more negotiations, Putin said Russia was not at fault for the escalating tensions in eastern Europe, even as it continues to amass troops near Ukraine’s borders.
European officials and the U.S. administration have warned for weeks that Russia is on the brink of invading Ukraine.
Back in Russia, there is disagreement among citizens and analysts about Putin’s true intentions — but
