Why Putin might escalate war by striking Poland | John Loach

For over two decades, Western foreign policy has suffered from a dangerous hyper-fixation on Vladimir Putin as an immutable fixture, treating the Russian apparatus as a monolith that begins and ends with a single man. Now, with the Russian leader now well into his 70s and the quiet fracturing of his old-guard inner circle, Europe’s collective refusal to actively analyse who comes next is a profound strategic gamble. John Loach reacts. Read related: https://www.thesun.co.uk/news/39706239/ww3-fears-putin-mobilisation-ukraine-oil-tyrant-feels-heat/ The Sun brings you breaking news and in-depth analysis on the stories that matter most. From the ongoing war in Ukraine to conflicts in the Middle East and US and UK politics, we post updates as they happen. Expect the latest on major global events, pressing political debates, celebrity updates and exclusive royal family content, along with in-depth investigations and expert commentary. Get comprehensive coverage of Donald Trump's Presidency, Vladimir Putin's actions, and the unfolding drama of the British Royal Family. Subscribe now for daily updates and exclusive content from The Sun. https://www.youtube.com/c/thesun?sub_confirmation=1 👑 For the latest Royal news, subscribe to The Sun's Royal Exclusive YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/@RoyalExclusiveTheSun Read The Sun: https://bit.ly/3Tay1OY Like The Sun on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/thesun/ Follow The Sun on TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@thesun Subscribe to The Sun on Snapchat: https://www.snapchat.com/discover/The_Sun/1633225139 #putin #russia #ukraine