It’s both. Every authoritarian country thrives on “we’re surrounded by enemies, enemies everywhere” trope. But, of course, all those glorious leaders happily

It’s both. Every authoritarian country thrives on “we’re surrounded by enemies, enemies everywhere” trope. But, of course, all those glorious leaders happily shake hands and dine with each other, patting their backs and sharing ideas on how to keep peasants in check and themselves in power.