Russia Signals a Long War

The Kremlin is seeking partners as it digs in for a protracted standoff with the West.

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Beyond the grinding war in Ukraine, Russia’s diplomatic moves suggest it envisions no negotiated settlement in the near future. Since the war’s first days, Moscow has been engaged in alliance building efforts. The target of Western economic warfare, Russia needs to keep exporting to gather the funds to support its budget and struggling domestic industries. […]

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