ON THE EVE OF A SMALL SKIRMISH…
STRATFOR ARCHIVE
MAY 25, 2016
… the little Cold War, as it has been called, should be viewed with a long-term perspective.
Forecast
Despite genuinely wanting to resolve some of their conflicts, the United States and Russia’s mistrust of one another is not going away.
Both countries will focus on long-term security initiatives as they prepare for an enduring period of hostility.
Defense programs will center on key security areas, including deployments in Eastern Europe, missile defense and the strategic nuclear balance.
Analysis
Hope for the best, prepare for the worst. That is the mantra the United States and Russia are abiding …read more