Is Russia Eastern Europe or Asia?

Russia, located in Eastern Europe, is both the largest and most populous country of Europe, spanning roughly 40\% of the continent’s total landmass, with over 15\% of its total population.

Who Conquered Russia China?

the Mongols
By the end of their period of dominance in the fifteenth century, the Mongols had conquered China, Persia, and Russia, controlling the largest land empire in history. In establishing their empire, the Mongols facilitated the flow of trade between Europe and Asia and brought bubonic plague to three continents.

Could NATO defend Eastern Europe without deterrence?

The Rand study maintains that, without a deterrent the size of at least seven brigades, fires and air support protecting Eastern Europe, that Russia cold overrun the Baltic states as quickly as in 60 hours. “As currently postured, NATO cannot successfully defend the territory of its most exposed members.

How did NATO respond to Putin’s Russia crisis?

NATO responded with a conciliatory gesture of its own, establishing the NATO-Russia Council in November 2001. However, Putin’s overtures failed to dampen the alliance’s expansionist zeal. From 2003 to 2005 the West extended its influence further into Eastern Europe by aiding revolutions against pro-Russian regimes in Georgia and the Ukraine.

Is NATO a real threat to Russia?

In his 2007 State of the Nation Address, the Russian President characterised NATO as, “a real threat”. Russia formally suspended its observance of its CFE treaty obligations a month later. At a summit in Bucharest in April 2008, NATO released a statement affirming that Georgia and the Ukraine would be offered membership.

What are NATO’s options against Russia in the Baltic region?

A rapid assault on the Baltic region would leave NATO with few attractive options, including a massive risky counterattack, threatening a nuclear weapons option or simply allowing the Russian to annex the countries.