[New] The risk of China seizing a moment of opportunity and acting aggressively against vital U.S. interests in the Pacific is more likely if deterrence fails in Europe and Putin foolishly attacks a smaller European nation in NATO's front.
Hudson Institute
[New] There's no negotiation to be had with Putin, especially when it comes to his belief that Ukraine will ultimately return to its status as a subaltern for Russia.
The Moscow Times
Later, as Russia's military position continues to worsen, renewed concerns are emerging that Vladimir Putin could consider the use of tactical nuclear weapons in Ukraine.
iHeart
Considering Putin's almost religious devotion to Russian greatness, Putin will not shrink from a dangerous escalation below the nuclear threshold if he sees no other way to prevent long-term infringements of Russia's international standing.
SpringerLink
Putin points to China and Russia's cooperation in high-tech sectors as a primary focus, alluding to the joint development of space and other weapons that could affect strategic stability.
U.S.-CHINA ECONOMIC and SECURITY REVIEW COMMISSION
Analysts hope sustained pressure (fuel shortages affecting military, shipping, food, and agriculture) could eventually push Putin toward negotiations, though he has so far escalated with missile attacks on Ukrainian cities.
investing.com
Last updated: 03 August 2026
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