Sergey A. Karaganov. (№ 348126)

When we rushed to Europe, we of course wanted to be part of her political and military system. The short-sightedness and greed - I cannot and do not want to look for a different formulation of the reasons why Western colleagues is the desire rejected. It was a tragic mistake for everyone, especially for Europe. Have not seen the imminent future - already advancing a fundamental change in the balance of forces in the world. Was almost inevitable further loss of the West military superiority - the Foundation of the XVI century, its hegemony in the political, economic and cultural spheres. Europe was a fantastic opportunity to strengthen our safety and world position. <...> Now Russia in military-political terms - the most important part, the West. And that finishes off its military superiority.