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Russia’s Public Diplomacy in the Middle East
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This chapter deals with different aspects of Russia’s public diplomacy in the Middle East. It reveals historical interactions with the Muslim world and indigenous populations of Muslims as a cultural identity and relational basis for cooperation. It also covers Russia’s interests and motivations in the Middle East and North Africa (MENA) region seen from the perspective of Russia and others. Besides, it covers Russian public and digital diplomacy and humanitarian assistance tools.
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MENA National interests Humanitarian aidReferences
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