Marota „Kaliningrad”. Putin pune presiune pe NATO și face declarații contradictorii

Following the State Duma elections, Russia is escalating tensions, with Putin threatening to use all means if NATO threatens Kaliningrad. This rhetoric aims to prepare the public for a prolonged confrontation with the West while justifying increased military spending. The Kremlin promotes a narrative of being under siege, which supports stricter internal controls and justifies the rising costs of war. As military expenditures rise, civilian spending is expected to decrease significantly, leading to economic recession. The Kremlin is also looking to leverage political changes in the U.S. and Europe to its advantage, while facing challenges in military recruitment and the need for a more skilled workforce.