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NATO's Expansion Explained

Anne discusses the historical context behind NATO's expansion, emphasizing that neighboring countries sought protection from Russia due to longstanding threats. She highlights the initial optimism of integrating Russia into Western institutions and questions why that path was ultimately rejected. The conversation reveals that the fear of Russian aggression has been a driving force for these nations since the 90s, particularly following the invasion of Crimea in 2014.