I think you should stop theorizing and wait and see what happens next.
Not one of his “allies” has condemned Ukraine’s “special military operation” into Russia. China has a big problem with anyone initiating a first nuclear strike of any kind. So does the US, England, NATO, etc. I don’t pretend to know the future. You shouldn’t either. Just enjoy your popcorn. Soon whoever the head general is will do something or other.
Incidentally, the monologue runs 38 minutes. Now I’ve heard all of it. Not interested in the Q&A that follows.
I'll do whatever I want.
You have my permission to do the same.