I’m not sure who would say that it was to ‘stop NATO aggression’

I think the line might be “in response to” or similar, but it’s parroted by tankies and russophiles.

NATO’s continued expansion around them.

Can we imagine any reasons why Russia’s neighbors might want to join a defensive pact to protect against Russia? No? Oh well, must be US imperialism then.

Which is why I’m baffled why people still spread the myth that Russia invaded to ‘stop nato aggression.’

Like, firstly you’re fucking wrong, but if you want to wear that L like a medal then go for it. Russia is the biggest reason the baltics joined.