| ID | 175624 |
| Title Proper | Nothing but humiliation for Russia |
| Other Title Information | Moscow and NATO’s eastern enlargement, 1993-1995 |
| Language | ENG |
| Author | Radchenko, Sergey |
| Summary / Abstract (Note) | This article recounts Russia’s response to NATO’s eastern enlargement. It argues that NATO enlargement was seen as perfectly acceptable in Moscow, as long as it was inclusive of Russia, which would gain in status as America’s key partner and ally. Once it became apparent that Russia would not be invited to join, the narrative changed to active opposition, as Boris Yeltsin sought domestic legitimacy from being perceived as thedefender of the national interest against Western encroachment. The article highlights the fluid nature of so called national interests, which are defined and redefined in ways affording the greatest legitimation to the political elites. |
| `In' analytical Note | Journal of Strategic Studies Vol. 43, No.6-7; Dec 2020: p.769-815 |
| Journal Source | Journal of Strategic Studies Vol: 43 No 6-7 |
| Key Words | NATO enlargement ; Bosnia ; Russia-US Relations |