It is *not* an "existental threat".
Again, an assertion not backed up by more than hopeful thinking.
Why would Russia risk annihilation over a few hectares of disputed territory?
It is not as if the territory has not switched hands many times in the preceding couple of centuries.
“It is *not* an “existental threat”.”
Sorry, but that’s NOT for you or anyone in the West to decide, that was PUTIN’S decision. So if you have a problem with his assessment, I suggest that you write a letter to the Kremblin, or the Russian Embassy in DC (it’s still slightly open). The address is below if you need it:
EMBASSY OF RUSSIA IN THE USA. 2650 Wisconsin Ave., N.W. Washington, DC 20007