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Working Paper #46 / 2019 This working paper looks into the complex issue of Russia–Iraq relations. It provides a detailed analysis of the foundations of the bilateral ties between the two countries, Russia’s approach to the Kurdish issue, and the future of cooperation between Russia and Iraq now that both countries have completed ...
... the KRI’s oil and natural gas export pipelines via Turkey. These developments have been very welcome, particularly by the Kurds, not only for the generated income but also for drawing Russia into the security dynamics which was believed to have helped prevent a total energy blockade on the KRI in the aftermath of the KRG referendum for independence. What is the attitude of the major forces in Iraqi Kurdistan to Russia's policy in the region? How can the parties develop their relations while still taking into consideration ...
... parties concerned, primarily Erbil and Baghdad. After the collapse of the USSR, the Middle East was not viewed as a priority region by Russia. Moscow did not see any need to strengthen its presence in the region. In the early 2000s, Russia’s interest in Iraqi Kurdistan was connected exclusively with the possible economic benefits. In the “post-Saddam” period, Russia maintained contacts with both Baghdad and the Kurds, but did not pursue an active policy. With the return of Moscow to the region and the increased role of the Kurds in regional processes, contacts between Russia and the Kurds intensified. Moscow has left itself some space for action in the event ...
| U.S. wants to establish partnership relations with Russia on condition that it meets the U.S. requirements |
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| U.S. wants to deter Russia’s military and political activity |
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| U.S. wants to dissolve Russia |
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| U.S. wants to establish alliance relations with Russia under the US conditions to rival China |
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