Nigel Farage has faced almost unanimous criticism for his assertion that, while Vladimir Putin carries prime responsibility for the war in Ukraine, the West’s provocative decision to enlarge Nato had made Russia ready for confrontation. But these criticisms are mostly outbursts of the “How can you parrot Putin?” variety rather than serious examinations of the evidence.
Obviously Farage is right to say that Putin is responsible for the indefensible invasion of Ukraine. But as to his more controversial point about Nato expansion, history – much of it recently researched – also backs his claim.
BillyHW come back, no one wants Ukraine to fall, but a dose of common sense is needed once in awhile.
