He did mention in the lecture that Russia was too weak at the time to step up against neighboring countries joining NATO. The whole thing is really sad indeed.

He did mention in the lecture that Russia was too weak at the time to step up against neighboring countries joining NATO. The whole thing is really sad indeed. I believe any country should have the freedom to choose its security and financial alliance, but my point is that isn't how it works with geopolitics. Any major power would do the same if they were in Russia's position.