A cornered Putin might recklessly provoke NATO

Comment A cornered Putin might recklessly provoke NATO

As Russia struggles in Ukraine, its options are narrowing as resources at home dwindle

CIA Director John Ratcliffe recently warned that Russian President Vladimir Putin could intensify provocations against NATO. (Nikkei montage/Source photos by Reuters)

TOKYO -- Negotiations aimed at ending the war in Ukraine have resumed. But it is difficult to believe that Russian President Vladimir Putin has abandoned his ambition to dominate the neighboring country. Rather, signs of a more dangerous trend are emerging.