Putin and the Presidents (full documentary) | FRONTLINE
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Vladimir Putin's actions and views on the West are influenced by his background as a KGB officer during the Cold War, leading to conflicts with the United States and the West. Despite efforts by President Obama and Biden to address Russian aggression, Putin's invasion of Ukraine and interference in the 2016 U.S. election create escalating tensions and challenges for international relations.
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- Putin's desire to restore Russian greatness, influenced by his background as a KGB officer during the Cold War, drives his aggressive actions in Ukraine and his confrontations with Western leaders, aiming to counter perceived threats to his authority and plans.
- Despite facing criticism and sanctions from the West, Putin's efforts to broaden conflicts with the United States and undermine American democracy, culminating in interference in the 2016 U.S. presidential election, reveal a strategic approach to achieving his geopolitical goals, even as tensions escalate and international responses intensify.
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