[Mariner]

I agree with Putin on this.

Russia has myriad historical, strategic interests in the region and there's no good reason for us to attempt to deny their exercise.

I DO understand the emotional, gut level reaction to seeing Russia win ANYTHING or prevail ANYWHERE. I fought the Cold War.

But it's time to recognize Russia has real interests and the pursuit of them will make for a more stable world in the long run.

In the vast majority of cases their interests do not conflict with ours.

[mylife]

We are still fighting the Cold war

[riverdawg]

Do Russia’s legitimate interests include the subjugation of the Ukraine?