Because a lot of people are still in denial, not believing this is a plausible scenario, just like they were in denial that a large war might break out in easte

Because a lot of people are still in denial, not believing this is a plausible scenario, just like they were in denial that a large war might break out in eastern Europe "because we don't really do wars anymore". Worst part is, apparently, lots of politicians at the wheel also believe "it won't come to this". Reality is going to hit like a truck.