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Russia: Creating Fissures in NATO

Jan 14, 2010 | 13:22 GMT

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Summary

Spanish Foreign Minister Miguel Angel Moratinos on Jan. 12 praised Russia's proposal for a new European security treaty as "timely" and in line with Europe's interests. By putting forth that proposal Russia is not necessarily hoping to get Europe to agree to a particular security arrangement; rather, Moscow is looking to sow discord among European countries, particularly NATO members.

A Russian proposal for a new European security treaty appears to be sowing discord within NATO. (With STRATFOR map)...

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