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WASHINGTON, DC, US — In late February, Vladimir Putin invaded Ukraine, put his nuclear forces on “high alert” and threatened any who would interfere with unprecedented consequences. While raising tensions to a post-World War II high, the results may not have been what Putin anticipated: a stubborn resistance from Ukrainian fighters, a reinvigorated NATO, widespread and deep economic sanctions, a collapsing ruble and talk of war crimes. The ground shifted dramatically in Washington as well. A budget for the remainder of fiscal year 2022 was approved on a bipartisan basis. Inflation became domestic policy priority No. 1, and enhancing national...
