Between Quote by Aslan Maskhadov

As someone who grew up there, I say: The Chechen Republic must remain part of Russia. Everything else is negotiable.

— Vladislav Surkov

Chechens need to be able to develop their own viable political society and regional economy whether they remain part of Russia or not.

— Fiona Hill

I agree that we need a working relationship with Russia to deescalate a nuclear arms race, to resolve the crisis in Syria.

— Katrina vanden Heuvel

But if Russia is to be part of this larger zone of peace it cannot bring into it its imperial baggage. It cannot bring…

— Zbigniew Brzezinski

We will ensure the interests of both the East and the West in Belarus. Don't try to rip us apart; don't try to make…

— Alexander Lukashenko

If our country got along with Russia, that would be a great thing.

— Donald Trump

I think that our American people will welcome a Russian military force for peace-keeping purposes.

— Sam Nunn

Speaking seriously, Russia does not want to aggravate relations with anyone. We don't want any tensions. We want a good, friendly partnership with everyone.

— Vladimir Putin

Let us resolve the internal political problems of Russia ourselves

— Vladimir Putin

First, we need good, stable relations with Russia. Second, we must make every effort to save energy and focus on using various sources to…

— Angela Merkel

The secret of politics? Make a good treaty with Russia.

— Otto von Bismarck

Russia's partners should understand it's best not to mess with us,

— Vladimir Putin