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Pressed by Sanctions: Western Coercion and the Future of Russian–Serbian Relations

... Negotiations on a new long-term gas supply contract remain a key element of bilateral cooperation. As no viable alternative to Russian gas is expected to emerge in the medium term, Moscow will retain a powerful tool of economic influence in the region. Nor should ... ... Russia to position itself as a counterweight that is defending Serbian sovereignty. Daniil Rastegaev: Eurasian Security in the Balkans: Possibilities and Opportunities Future Prospects for NIS and What Lies Ahead for Serbia The sale of the Russian stake ...

26.01.2026

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Serbia Becomes Europe

... parliament (158 seats of 250). Vucic himself is known for his individualism and penchant for sharp political actions and statements, supported by the media, – Bonapartesque moves occasionally helpful in times of changes. Finally, a few words about the gas issue. The scene for Vucic’s visit was set by President Nicolic’s loud statements ruling out the option of the Turkish Stream and Vucic’s own call to “ reduce dependency on Russian gas ”. And, although it does look like ...

04.06.2015

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Poll conducted

In your opinion, what are the US long-term goals for Russia?

U.S. wants to establish partnership relations with Russia on condition that it meets the U.S. requirements	33 (31%)
U.S. wants to deter Russia’s military and political activity	30 (28%)
U.S. wants to dissolve Russia	24 (22%)
U.S. wants to establish alliance relations with Russia under the US conditions to rival China	21 (19%)