Geopolitical expert on perils of backing Russia into a corner Gene Marrano February 25, 2022 1 minute read Gerard Toal- VT photo Responding to Russia’s incursion into Ukraine may take more than sanctions – which have not deterred Vladimir Putin in the past – it may involve NATO and the US being patient. The story from WFIR’s Gene Marrano: Share: Post navigation Previous: With big tax incentives, Virginia aims to lure CommandersNext: Inflation impacts the Tooth Fairy as well Related Stories Olde Salem Brewing Company launches food service at downtown Roanoke location Clark Palmer June 5, 2026 Roanoke-Blacksburg Regional Airport launches daily nonstop service to Dallas-Fort Worth Web Staff June 5, 2026 Sen. Warner sponsors bipartisan bill to make hot rotisserie chicken SNAP-eligible Clark Palmer June 5, 2026