In a scenario straight out of a Tom Clancy novel, Vladimir Putin has initiated an invasion of Ukraine under the pretext of it always being a part of Mother Russia. However, insufficient infantry occupation forces, lack of leadership, supplies and a will to fight against the Ukrainians, has left the invasion in danger of stalling out. This could result in Putin turning towards tactical nuclear weapons as an option, especially in light of the activation of the multi national NATO Response Force and the increase in defense support to the Ukraine from around the world