Putin's victory in releasing spies, hackers, and an assassin from the West highlighted his willingness to defy global norms for strategic gains, showcasing a pattern of invading territories and conducting assassinations on foreign soil.
The imbalance in prisoner exchanges highlights how Western responses, often driven by diplomatic ties or domestic pressures, have emboldened Putin to utilize 'hostage diplomacy' tactics, winning releases of individuals convicted of severe crimes.
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