NATO enlargement is a complex issue with a long history and many different perspectives. There is no easy answer to the question of whether or not it is a good thing.

Those who support NATO enlargement argue that it is necessary to deter Russian aggression and to promote democracy and security in Europe. They point to the fact that since the collapse of the Soviet Union, NATO has expanded eastward without incident, and that new member states have made significant contributions to the alliance. They also argue that Russia’s annexation of Crimea and its support for separatists in eastern Ukraine demonstrate that Russia is a threat to European security, and that NATO enlargement is necessary to deter further aggression.

Those who oppose NATO enlargement argue that it is unnecessary and provocative, and that it could lead to a dangerous escalation of tensions between Russia and the West. They point to the fact that Russia has repeatedly warned that it would consider NATO enlargement to be a threat to its security interests, and that it could take military action to prevent it. They also argue that NATO enlargement would undermine the Minsk agreements, which are a ceasefire agreement between Ukraine and Russia that was negotiated in 2014 and 2015.

Ultimately, the decision of whether or not to enlarge NATO is a complex one with no easy answers. There are strong arguments on both sides of the issue, and it is important to consider all of the perspectives before making a decision.

It is important to note that there is no consensus on whether or not Russia is justified in claiming that NATO enlargement threatens its vital security interests. Some experts believe that Russia’s concerns are legitimate, while others believe that they are exaggerated or even fabricated. Ultimately, it is up to each individual to decide whether or not they believe that Russia’s concerns are justified.

It is also important to note that there is no consensus on whether or not NATO expansion creates a “security dilemma” for Putin. Some experts believe that it does, while others believe that it does not. Ultimately, it is up to each individual to decide whether or not they believe that NATO expansion creates a security dilemma for Putin.

It is important to note that the views expressed in this response are not necessarily the views of the author or of any particular organization or group.