No empire, no charity: Moscow redefines its role in Eurasia As global instability deepens, Russia’s role in Eurasia – and the nature of its ties with neighboring states – is once again in sharp focus. Moscow is not driven by a mission to dominate its neighbors or enforce a privileged position over them. But it must ensure that future dependencies – economic, political, or security-related – do not come at the expense of its own national interests.  This delicate balance is now being tested. The