Maybe context is the wrong word.

E: how about catalyst.

Russia really should just leave Ukraine, though. (Sorry, I just saw the context for this a few minutes ago and can’t help myself).

Fire Hose of Distraction.

Hit the nail on the head right there. Tempest in a teacup. That’s their bread and butter. Hyper focus on something… then, piss and moan about it non stop. I honestly don’t understand how anyone listens to these professional whiners. What a waste of oxygen.