Moscow’s Iraq strategy: Make lots of friends
Iraq is important for Russia not only as an economic and trade partner, but also as a factor in influencing ... ... policy. Russia clearly understands that its possibilities in the country are limited, as Iran and the United States are the main foreign players with direct influence on Iraq... ... maintain contacts with virtually all important actors — from major politicians in Iraqi Kurdistan such as Massoud Barzani, Iraqi Secretary-General of the Council of Ministers...
15.05.2018