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Where is Russia’s place in the world?

Jun 29, 202642:46Government & Organizations

Russia is a Near Eastern country now subordinated to East Asia. But Stephen Kotkin argues that historically it has prospered most when tied closely to Europe. Read the original essay here: . Image: Map of Russia, 1562. C...

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Where is Russia’s place in the world? is an episode from Engelsberg Ideas Podcast. Russia is a Near Eastern country now subordinated to East Asia. But Stephen Kotkin argues that historically it has prospered most when tied closely to Europe...

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Published Jun 29, 2026, 42:46 long, audio available.

Where is Russia’s place in the world?

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