Session 10

Question 1

Cooperative security

Answer 1

respect for different political systems, avoidance of new dividing lines, great-power management of European security

Question 2

What’s a realist approach to Russia’s invasion and hostile position?

Answer 2

blamed ill-definedWestern grand
strategic decisions for the breakdown of the European security order and the Russian war on Ukraine (NATO)

Question 3

What are Liberal approaches to Russian Invasion?

Answer 3

Russia‘s failed transition to democracy –> Why?
Russian FP changed as a result of Russian internal political dynamics, concerned about the threat of democratization in its neighborhood and the Russian regime fears for its survival.

Question 4

Explain the Russian Invasion from a constructivists lens

Answer 4

Russia‘s identity as a great power and its ambition to defend its status as the dominant power in the region; self-perception as the regional hegemon. Sees West as a major threat to Russia‘s security

Question 5

Two different ways of approaches Russia before 2022:

Answer 5

Engagement: “Security in Europe cannot be achieved against Russia, only with Russia. We need to accommodate Russian concerns. It’s possible to find a way forward.” vs.
Deterrence: ”Russia is a revisionist power that needs to be deterred. Only a policy of strength can keep Putin in check.”