Putin’s long game? Meet the Eurasian Union

Russia stretches its wings

Since the Berlin Wall fell, Russia’s old partners have been lining up with the European Union. The new Eurasian Union is meant as a counterweight.

An answer to EU growth

Evolution of geopolitical forces by population

SOURCE: European Union, NATO, US Department of State, United Nations

Chiqui Esteban/Globe Staff

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