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War is always multi-step. The enemies try to beat each other into submission, and then use it to their advantage in negotiations.

Where does this myth of world destruction in a few minutes come from? Movies?

There is no scenario where Russia would benefit from bombing Europe or USA indiscriminately.

USA economy depends on China economy, China economy depends on USA economy, Russia economy depends on China / Europe / US economy.

And even with sanctions, most countries are trading with Russia, but the Russian economy is starting to show signs of failure. Prolonged land war would be a disaster for them.

A tactical nuclear attack or chemical attack towards Ukraine would mean an absolute nightmare for Russian economy, like signing off on the destruction of Russia economically