Putin's personal missile crisis. This is why he won't stop or compromise.

Do you mean nuclear missiles? Because I didn't think Ukraine had nuclear weapons. He can get hit from the US or other Nato countries, fretting over Ukraine for that reason is a bit illogical.

a nuke isn't necessary, but the distance is important. the closer the launch site, the less time he would have to take cover.

... But Europe could do this... wtf?

Ukraine is hundreds of miles closer. seconds can make a difference in terms of reaching shelter.