There's a good analysis on CNN here:

https://edition.cnn.com/2019/02/01/opinions/us-pulling-out-o...

FTA: >"In addition to giving Russia free rein to build and deploy an unlimited number of intermediate-range missiles that could potentially be fitted with nuclear weapons,

withdrawing from the treaty would allow Putin to deflect responsibility and blame the US for both the treaty's collapse and any ensuing arms race."