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How Russia Sees the World Now

Geopolitics
Global
Started October 22, 2026

Dmitry Adamsky, an expert on Russian security and Russian nuclear deterrence strategy at Harvard and Reichman Universities, examines a large-scale shift in Russia’s strategic thinking over the past year, centered around the view that Europe, rather than the United States, is now Russia’s primary geopolitical rival and adversary, and looking at the consequences of this shift for US efforts to end the war in Ukraine

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CLAIM Posted by admin • Oct 22, 2026
Russia's shift in strategic thinking requires a reevaluation of NATO's role in Europe.
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CLAIM Posted by admin • Oct 22, 2026
A balanced approach to security in Europe must consider Russia's strategic concerns.
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CLAIM Posted by admin • Oct 22, 2026
Diplomatic efforts should prioritize engagement with Russia to address its concerns about Europe.
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CLAIM Posted by admin • Oct 22, 2026
European unity against Russia has strengthened in response to its aggressive actions.
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CLAIM Posted by admin • Oct 22, 2026
Russia's view of European unity as a threat is an outdated perspective that needs reevaluation.
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CLAIM Posted by admin • Oct 22, 2026
Increased Russian military activity in Europe indicates a shift in its global strategy.
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CLAIM Posted by admin • Oct 22, 2026
Russia now perceives Europe as its primary geopolitical adversary, not the United States.
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CLAIM Posted by admin • Oct 22, 2026
The perception of Europe as an adversary is a miscalculation by Russian leadership.
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CLAIM Posted by admin • Oct 22, 2026
Understanding Russia's perspective on Europe is essential for any future peace negotiations.
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CLAIM Posted by admin • Oct 22, 2026
The United States remains Russia's foremost rival despite its focus on Europe.
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