Question

4.2 reading challenge russia-ukraine conflict
why might nato’s involvement worry russia?
nato opposes ukraine joining the united nations
nato enforces sanctions directly on citizens
nato members are closer to russia’s borders
nato has sent soldiers to fight in ukraine

Explanation:

• Analyze each option:
• First option: NATO doesn't oppose Ukraine joining UN (Ukraine is already in UN), so incorrect.
• Second option: NATO's sanctions are more on state - level, not direct on citizens, incorrect.
• Third option: NATO's eastward expansion (members closer to Russia's borders) is a key concern for Russia regarding security, correct.
• Fourth option: NATO hasn't sent soldiers to fight in Ukraine (provides support but no direct combat troops), incorrect.

Answer:

C. NATO members are closer to Russia's borders