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So that could include Hungary, (as was)East Germany, Czech Republic, etc.?
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Certainly not Germany. As it's in NATO. I also think any other nation is not on the menu as this stage.
But a corridor through NATO to a estranged Russian province, yes I could see that.
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but make it clear any attack on one NATO country is an attack on all NATO countries, under Article 5.
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I think he's well aware of that, he won't attack NATO for the very reason NATO won't directly engage with Russia.
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Thats where we differ - I believe internal pressure due to sanctions, shortages, civil unrest, and the continuing lack of progress in Ukraine, along with the escalating losses in Russian personnel and material, will lead to a change in approach, perhaps leadership.
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Yep, that is where we differ. I believe his grip on Russia is still cast iron. I don't see him going anywhere or being offed by anyone, and if anyone does go after him, they'd better not mess!