Critical Lecture Response #6 (based on the guest lecture/seminar by Dr. James Fergusson on 13 April 2022 and the required readings) Topic: Russian and Its Neighbours Total 8% of the final grade Many o

Critical Lecture Response #6 (based on the guest lecture/seminar by Dr. James Fergusson on 13 April 2022 and the required readings)

Topic: Russian and Its Neighbours Total 8% of the final grade

Many observers argue that the objective of Putin/Russia foreign policy is to re-create the boundaries of the Soviet Union prior to its dissolution in 1991. Is Russian behaviour with regard to the 'near abroad' consistent with this objective? Provide at least three examples as part of your answer.