Russia Must Reassess Its Iran Policy from RealClearWorld

A very interesting in-the-weeds look at how Russia may be subtly screwing countries like Iran domestic economic reasons.

"On the surface, Moscow's official reason for inviting President Ahmadinejad seemed logical. Hoping to avoid the same accusations of external meddling and mischief, Russia was quick to recognize the controversial leader. However, this decision was viewed differently in Tehran by anti- Ahmadinejad supporters; Moscow supports Ahmadinejad because an isolated Iran works to its advantage."