Russia Should Learn the Rules in Ukraine
Paul Goble, Georgian Daily | February 12, 2009
The Russian ambassador to Kiev has stated that Russian influence in the region is diminishing due to changed attitudes within the country and the large US presence there. ++ While the Obama administration will continue to lure Ukraine to the US -- through the provision of free education for instance -- Russia has not “learned” the rules of the American game and is thus losing ground. ++ The statement is surprising as it contradicts Russia’s usual confidence in its ability to keep Ukraine on a tight leash.
