If we were "in" on all the real intelligence in the world, I might agree with you, if the facts justified it. In my ignorance, I await more information about what is really going on. If Putin and Russia are angling for something nefarious, tine and their actions will reveal it. Sometimes you have to patiently wait and watch to know what to think about what is going on. I will watch and wait for Putin and Russia to reveal their intentions before I judge them. I suggest we all be hopeful for the best, but prepare for worst. Keep an eye on Russia and let actions reveal the truth before jumping to unsupported theories. We don't really know Putin. We have been told what to think about him by our media since he came to power. How much do you trust the media now? Do you think they just started telling us what to think in the last two years? I will give Putin the benefit of doubt, until he reveals that he is an enemy or a friend.