Realism about Russia
As the EU ponders how to respond to Russia's behavior in the Caucasus, cold realism, not hysterical overreaction, is in order. That means recognizing that Russia remains far weaker than the former Soviet Union, but also that whoever wants cooperation with Russia – which is in Europe’s interest – must be strong.
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BERLIN – Russia’s strategy to revise the post-Soviet order in what it calls its “near abroad” will be pursued with even more perseverance following its victory over Georgia. Europe should have no illusions about this and should begin to prepare itself. But, as the European Union ponders what to do, cold realism, not hysterical overreaction, is in order.