[long_time_gone]

> Are they planning military action or doing a show of strength to send a message?

There is no way to know, that's the entire point. The moment you don't take it seriously is the time they conduct a military action.

[mytailorisrich]

It's best to be critical of what we're told either way... This includes wondering what it's in it for the US. I doubt it is Ukraine per se, and even if it is we can also wonder what the US are doing there so there is definitely more than meets the eye.

[long_time_gone]

Has any of the new information changed your mind on this issue? It seems most of western intelligence was correct on Putin's actions and intentions.