As Russia nears one anniversary of fighting in Ukraine, Jesse asks historian Boris Ryvkin if Vladimir Putin’s position is vulnerable to forces within his country? Despite ruling the country for over 20 years, Putin has always maintained a certain level of paranoia and security measures that solidify his power without the risk of losing it. The Russian President is eager to show progress in the war to his people in order to justify the conflict, but will continue fighting in Ukraine for as long as it takes.