Russian geopolitical philosophy has always been to create buffer zones and maintain ties with Russians outside of its territories and historical territories.
The idea of creating buffer zones didn't originate first with Stalin but it is most recognized by historians as a key to understanding USSR doctrine for a long period of time.
Russian geopolitical philosophy has always been to create buffer zones and maintain ties with Russians outside of its territories and historical territories.
The idea of creating buffer zones didn't originate first with Stalin but it is most recognized by historians as a key to understanding USSR doctrine for a long period of time.
...valid observation, nicely stated....