Uploaded May 2025 | Updated September 2026, 3 weeks ago

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Political scientist John Mearsheimer explains the concept of the security dilemma — and how it helps explain Russia’s perception of NATO expansion.

Mearsheimer breaks down why distinguishing between offensive and defensive military buildup is almost impossible — and why this ambiguity can lead to conflict even when neither side intends aggression.

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