Appease

As Russia's aggressive actions toward Ukraine persist, NATO's response has been described by critics as overly cautious. There is a growing concern that NATO's approach of attempting to appease or avoid provoking Russia, while meant to prevent escalation, may ultimately undermine the alliance’s credibility and stability. By failing to take a stronger stance, NATO risks appearing indecisive and vulnerable, all while watching the erosion of democracy in Eastern Europe at the hands of a regime many see as a relic of a bygone era. The question arises: Is NATO's caution with Russia a calculated decision to avoid nuclear confrontation, or…