It is painful to talk about it, but even with its 110,000 elite soldiers, the Soviet Union never managed to gain control over the entire Afghan territory. — Sergei Ivanov Copy Share Image
The Baltic countries are sovereign nations. They have the right to decide which military and political bloc they want to be a part of. — Sergei Ivanov Copy Share Image
When it comes to culture, religion and mentality, most Russians identify with Europe. — Sergei Ivanov Copy Share Image
We have put the Cold War behind us. We no longer count our divisions and our warheads. And I am Russia's first civilian defense… — Sergei Ivanov Copy Share Image
Because of its huge territory, Russia must devote a great deal of attention to security. — Sergei Ivanov Copy Share Image
It is painful to talk about it, but even with its 110,000 elite soldiers, the Soviet Union never managed to gain control over the… — Sergei Ivanov Copy Share Image
Moscow has been helping the Northern Alliance because "the Taliban was openly supported by Pakistan... until last week, Pakistani servicemen had taken part in… — Sergei Ivanov Copy Share Image
