In a week when Russia announced its intent to sell fighter jets to Syria, the Wall Street Journal reported on a shift in Russia's foreign policy with a move towards better relations with the U.S. and Europe. The article is based on a confidential report by the Foreign Minister. Apparently, Medvedev believes that Russia's economy can enter the 21st century only by allying with the West.
It's likely that the recent agreement re nuclear weapons was triggered by this shift. Also, last Sunday when Russia celebrated the end of WWII, U.S. and European soldiers marched in the parade for the first time.
Despite these actions, there is still a long way to go.
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