Having a Common Enemy is Unlikely to Reconcile Russia and the West
... political figure because his small country is presiding over the European Union and can wield more influence in the EU agenda. The ... ... suggested that waging war against a common foe in the form of Islamic State, which is banned in Russia, is unlikely to help Russia ... ... Eastern Partnership, viewing them as precursors of EU and then NATO accession for Georgia, Moldova and Azerbaijan. These projects ... ... up on the idea of common interests, approaches and challenges. Migration is just such a challenge, since the voluntary or forcible ...
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