By Peter Apps
Vladimir Putin might or might not intend to escalate his war with Ukraine in the next few days. But whatever his plans, he is certainly making it look as if he may.
As Ukrainians prepare to celebrate a quarter-century of independence from the Soviet Union on August 24, Moscow is making it clear that their sovereignty only exists as long as Russia chooses to allow it.
Russia’s sabre rattling isn’t just aimed at its immediate neighbourhood. As usual, Putin’s messaging is also aimed firmly at the West. Just as with the 2008 Georgia war in the dying days of George …read more
Source: Cyprus Mail
