Russia / World
It is not entirely clear what the motives behind Russia’s confrontation with the West are. On the one hand, everything is straightforward: Moscow wants recognition of Crimea’s unification with Russia and sanctions to be lifted. It demands that the post-Soviet space is considered a sphere of its special interests and that its stance regarding European security is taken into account. Moreover, Russia needs guarantees of immunity for its ruling class and the assets they control. On the other …read more
Source: Intersection