Why Putin Will Buckle Under Sanctions

Ukraine Crisis

Russia may be talking a big game when it comes to Ukraine, but the Kremlin knows full well it can’t afford prolonged economic warfare.

Published Mar. 14 2014 1:35PM EDT

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Whatever Vladimir Putin’s talent at bullying, he cannot hide his country’s fundamental weakness. The economy behind this show of force is in no position to withstand even the least strain.

Milton Ezrati

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Why Putin Will Buckle Under Sanctions

Russia may be talking a big game when it comes to Ukraine, but the Kremlin knows full well it can’t afford prolonged economic warfare.

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Milton Ezrati