John Mearsheimer dismisses several Western accusations against Russia—such as jamming navigation systems, overflying Estonian territory, or flying drones over European airports—as either false or exaggerated. They argue that Russia is not deliberately provoking NATO; rather, it’s NATO that seems eager to escalate tensions because Russia is winning on the battlefield. Western leaders, particularly in Europe, are described as desperate to rally public and U.S. support against Russia but face diminishing military options and resources.
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JOHN MEARSHEIMER: NATO Picking a Fight w/Russia