IrelandThe book 'We Shall Outlast Them' by Hanna Notte explores Vladimir Putin's strategic approach to global confrontation with the West, based on insights from journalist Mikhail Zygar. It argues that Putin's focus on opposing Western influence has shaped Russia's foreign policy, leading to efforts to reposition Russia globally. The book highlights Russia's reliance on non-Western allies like Brazil, China, and India, as well as its use of a shadow fleet to bypass sanctions. Notte suggests that Putin's aggressive stance has transformed Russia's governance structure and risks its long-term stability.
Bias read (Progressive): The article frames Russia's actions as a defensive struggle against Western 'neo-colonialism' and portrays Putin's policies as a necessary resistance to Western dominance. The narrative emphasizes Russia's role as an anti-colonial leader and criticizes Western values such as 'woke' liberalism, which
