Yeah, in 2014 when Putin invaded Crimea, or in 2008, when he invaded Georgia.
It's called the "salami tactic," i.e. take one piece at a time and make it fait accompli.
8 posted on 03/30/2024 7:44:19 AM PDT by Timber Rattler
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