A frustrated Putin may order escalation of violence in Ukraine, U.S. officials say

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Feb 28, 2022 A frustrated Putin may order escalation of violence in Ukraine, U.S. officials say U.S. intelligence agencies have determined that Russian President Vladimir Putin is growing increasingly frustrated by his military struggles in Ukraine, has lashed out in anger at underlings and may see his only option as doubling down on violence, current and former U.S. officials briefed on the matter tell NBC News. The assessment comes as the Russian economy teeters under severe global sanctions. Read More Follow Us Get the NBC News Mobile App Check out all NBC News newsletters here. 30 Rockefeller Plaza New York, NY 10112 View in browser | Unsubscribe | Contact | Privacy