Although Russian political scientists do not believe the plans pose a serious threat, they are not ruling out a disproportionate reaction by the Kremlin, citing suspicion dictated by historical experience as a key factor.
For the first time since the end of the Cold War, the geopolitical frontier in Eurasia is moving away from Russia’s border. This is a chance for Georgia to forget about its security concerns in order to choose its development priorities calmly and without any external pressure.