Cooler heads still prevail, let's hope it continues. UKRAINE CRISIS 2022 no. 3: WHAT IS RUSSIA SO AFRAID OF? [united-cats.com]
Russia is not afraid of anything, the fear is Putin's who feared recently that his hold on power was slipping slightly, and when there are political and economic problems at home, that is the time to start an overseas distraction, and shift the blame onto foreigners. Keep everyone thinking that the threat comes from outside, and they won't realize that the real threat is you.
Well said!
Russia is afraid their quest for regaining territory will be foiled by NATO. I fear Putin is going to advance into Ukraine but he will probably wait until the spring rains are over so his tanks won't get stuck. Then again he may try to do it before the rains come.