Why Russia Is Happy at War

A centuries-long tradition of authoritarian rule and disregard for individual rights underpins Vladimir Putin’s imperial project.

https://www.theatlantic.com/international/archive/2024/06/russia-vladimir-putin-war-imperialism/678625/?utm_source=email&utm_medium=social&utm_campaign=social

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