Putin’s Strategy of Exploiting Europe’s Failures: Geopolitical Consequences and Calculations
In recent geopolitical developments, Russian President Vladimir Putin continues to employ tactics aimed at strengthening his position while weakening European resistance.
Analyzing recent events, it becomes evident that Moscow is betting on the failure of European unity and their ability to respond to Russian aggression.
According to analysts, Putin achieved a significant goal during his last meeting with officials in Budapest — the absence of direct support from the United States and Europe for Ukraine, which gives him greater leeway to act more aggressively and with impunity.
Meanwhile, the West remains indecisive in formulating a clear strategy, and despite diplomatic efforts, Europe is unable to effectively counter Moscow’s challenges.
The refusal to deliver specific weapons systems, such as Taurus missiles, and the inability to rapidly mobilize resources only strengthen Putin’s position.
He aims to exhaust Ukraine’s defenses, thus increasing his own leverage for further offensive actions.
Alternatively, the plan may be for the West to lose interest in supporting Ukraine, creating ideal conditions for resolving the conflict on Russia’s terms.
At the same time, tensions grow within Europe and the US over uncertainty and inaction, providing Putin’s regime with additional space for maneuvering.
Experts warn that the time for deliberation is over, and more decisive actions are needed to prevent catastrophic consequences for the global order.