| ID | 089328 |
| Title Proper | Roots of Russian conduct |
| Language | ENG |
| Author | Shearman, Peter ; Sussex, Matthew |
| Publication | 2009. |
| Summary / Abstract (Note) | This article examines the reasons behind Russia's decision to go war with Georgia in August 2008. It evaluates the key potential drivers of Russian policy relating to structural, domestic and perceptual factors. |
| `In' analytical Note | Small Wars and Insurgencies Vol. 20, No. 2; Jun 2009: p.251 - 275 |
| Journal Source | Small Wars and Insurgencies Vol. 20, No. 2; Jun 2009: p.251 - 275 |
| Key Words | Russian Foreign Policy ; Eurasia ; National Interests ; Geo-Economics ; Energy Security ; Strategic Geography ; Ethnic Conflict ; Imperialism ; BRIC Group of Countries ; Shanghai Cooperation Organization ; CSCE ; OPEC ; Collective Security Organization ; NATO |