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I get it, but why is Russia (still) on the list? Does anyone really believe they will take sides with the Arab states? I don't. The only reason they've shown any anger is because of rather large business co-ops with some, and a large debt owed them by the Iraqis.

Many resent Russian arms-sales to some of these rogue states, as do I. But look at recent history. The US sold arms to Iraq and Iran not so long ago. Israel has sold to the Chinese (last year, correct me if I'm wrong). We need to get around arms sales and look at REAL alliances.

I hope to see Russia continue as our partner in the fight against terrorism. On a flight from Moscow to JFK in 1999, I was engaged in political conversation with US businessman. At the time, he understood the Chechen war, and overtly stated he wished that the average American understood the war too.

I'm glad to know, but saddened in the process, that now they do understand.

It is my understanding that Russia is on this list not because we consider them enemies, but because there is a fear of residual nukes floating around the country that may be picked up by Chechens, or other instable groups.

Of course Russia should be on the list. Personally, I'd also have EVERY other nation that has ICBM capability, to include Britain, France, etc.

Contingency planning does not say anything about who you plan to attack. It says what you plan to do if you are attacked by any given power. Makes sense to me.