Western powers often characterize Russia as a rogue state with nuclear weapons and a military disproportionate to its frail economy. Russia is the largest supplier of raw materials to the world economy. Its president, Vladimir Putin, does not let a trouble-making opportunity go to waste.
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The Nord Stream 2 gas line landfall facility in Lubmin, north eastern Germany, on Sept. 7, 2020.