Russia lost its global power potential with its decision to invade Ukraine.First, the Russian army found itself in a 3-year war of attrition.Then the Moscow regime was forced to watch NATO grow in the Baltics and Scandinavia.Finally, Russia’s access to Africa was restricted through Syria.It was quite remarkable that Russia faced one setback after another.But for Putin, the nightmare was just beginning.Now it was Russia’s turn to face difficulties in the Far East maritime areas.The UK and Japan, backed by the US, are preparing to corner Russia in the Pacific, a country that was considered a naval superpower before the Ukraine war began.This joint effort, seen as a New Year’s plan, was intended to make the region less risky by preventing the expansion of Russian naval assets into the Pacific.So what will the UK and Japan do in the Pacific in 2025, backed by the US in a guarantor role?Will Russian President Vladimr Putin take any retaliatory steps against this military alliance that blends the West and the Far East?How long will the water temperature in the Pacific remain hot after these critical situations between the parties?