Abbott's mistake was giving Putin a warning of his feelings, which allowed Putin time to plan a response. If Abbott wanted to embarrass Putin (because presumabl

Abbott's mistake was giving Putin a warning of his feelings, which allowed Putin time to plan a response. If Abbott wanted to embarrass Putin (because presumably Putin is beyond feeling shame over the mere deaths of foreign civilians due to his geopolitical maneuverings), he should have been non-specific in his condemnation of Russian involvement, then set up a meeting with Putin at G20, made sure the media was present at a photo opportunity, then ambushed him with members of the victims' families. Anything Putin did in response would look like petty revenge for being called out.