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Old 28-02-2022, 19:53   #561
RichardCoulter
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Re: Russia has invaded Ukraine

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Originally Posted by Damien View Post
I think it's more a statement of defiance that he can do so.

It might also be a bargaining chip for negotiation, Putin would need to show some sort of 'victory' so if Ukraine then said they are withdrawing the application that would be one thing Putin could point to doing.

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The EU is already in this with the supply of weapons, logistics and intelligence. Some of which is happening under the banner of the EU as opposed to the underlying member states. The EU is also coordinating sanctions.
Excellent point. If negotiations are to end this war, like most negotiations, both sides are going to have to be allowed to claim some sort of victory.
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