"The biggest difference: the US is still a democracy. Even a president who considers himself all-powerful is not. What people think makes a difference."
"Putin wanted to occupy the whole of Ukraine and turn it into a satellite state or annex its territory. Putin was preparing for this war for years."
"Both Putin and Trump clearly acted out of a kind of megalomania. Their behaviour is evil and unlawful, but rational motives are not the decisive factors."
"Both leaders underestimated the resolve of the countries they attacked to make sacrifices. While Ukraine immediately began fighting for its freedom, the people of Iran have apparently seen no chance yet of fighting the regime for theirs."
The war of aggression by Russia against Ukraine contrasts sharply with the US and Israel's approach to Iran. The US remains a democracy, where public opinion influences leadership decisions, unlike Russia under Putin. Putin's long-term strategy aimed to annex Ukraine, while the US lacked a clear military plan regarding Iran. Both leaders exhibit megalomania, leading to unpredictable actions and significant military miscalculations. While Ukraine has shown strong resistance, the Iranian populace has not yet mobilized against their regime, contrary to expectations.
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