RT by @mikenov: RT by @mikenov: Vladimir Putin’s obsession with restoring historical spheres of influence is a classic case of ”be careful what you wish for.” While Europe actively opposes this regressive geopolitical framework, a forced return to it would mean Russia being inevitably absorbed into European and Chinese orbits. The Kremlin frequently hallucinates about a world where major powers dictate the fates of smaller nations. Europe has spent decades moving past this toxic mentality, building a system based on voluntary alliances and economic partnership. If forced to play the old imperial game, Europe’s sheer gravity will always overpower Moscow. The same goes for China. Outside of it

Vladimir Putin’s obsession with restoring historical spheres of influence is a classic case of ”be careful what you wish for.”

While Europe actively opposes this regressive geopolitical framework, a forced return to it would mean Russia being inevitably absorbed into European and Chinese orbits.

The Kremlin frequently hallucinates about a world where major powers dictate the fates of smaller nations. Europe has spent decades moving past this toxic mentality, building a system based on voluntary alliances and economic partnership. If forced to play the old imperial game, Europe’s sheer gravity will always overpower Moscow. The same goes for China.

Outside of its bloated nuclear stockpile and its imperialism, Russia has absolutely nothing to offer that competes with European society. Europe holds a massive lead in technological development, industrial capacity, financial power, and human development indices.

Trying to force a competition of spheres against neighbors that dominate you economically and socially is pure strategic blindness. Putin’s nostalgic dream will ultimately result in Russia being reduced to a minor player in European- and Chinese-dominated landscapes

— @joni_askola Jun 27, 2026