Putin’s empire shatters, all threats are ‘bluffs’ | Former US Ambassador to Ukraine

Published at : 23 Dec 2025

“Yes he’s worried, and yes he’s bluffing, and yes he’s trying to project power but he’s in a weak position.”

Putin turns to bluffing after his economy collapses and he fails to make any advancements on the ground in Ukraine, says former US Ambassador to Ukraine William B Taylor.

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