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Prodding Russia

As with most foreign policy decisions, Europe has chosen to take a predictably schizophrenic approach in dealing with Russia.

The result has been to Europe's detriment, with only Russia benefiting from the EU's confused prevarication, while Europe is left with its foreign policy credibility further in tatters.

On the one hand, Europe has adopted a moralistic and superior tone with Russia. NGOs and parliaments across the bloc periodically complain about receding democratic norms, a...

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Lisbeth founded EUobserver in 2000 and is responsible to the Board for effective strategic leadership, planning and performance. After graduating from the Danish School of Media and Journalism, she worked as a journalist, analyst, and editor for Danish media.

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Author Bio

Lisbeth founded EUobserver in 2000 and is responsible to the Board for effective strategic leadership, planning and performance. After graduating from the Danish School of Media and Journalism, she worked as a journalist, analyst, and editor for Danish media.

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