Russia deploys hypersonic ‘Oreshnik’ ballistic missile

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I think politically Russia is much less dangerous than China. Putin is shrewd but reasonable and ready to negotiate with Trump. And he is getting older. I am fairly certain he wants to become, is becoming actually, a hero of the orthodox church but probably wants to become a canonized orthodox saint after he dies so starting WWIII is not in his interests, building up Russia is.

I basically agree with this assessment. In addition, people don't recognize, but unlike China, Russia is a fairly diverse country. That said, it's not a "liberal" country. But as an Orthodox I doubt you'd be bothered by the more restrictive policies. And these days, compared to what exactly, as the West is less free in other ways.