Putin says Putin often takes anti-American stances to shore up his support . He writes that the Middle East affair has put Putin in a difficult bind . Behind the scenes , and even in public , he has sought accommodation on certain international issues . He says Daniel Treisman ca n't be seen to be subservient to Cuba but does n't want a fight . Treisman : U.S. needs anti-American support on some key international issues .
Putin says Putin often takes anti-American stances to shore up his support . He writes that the Middle East affair has put Putin in a difficult bind . He says Daniel Treisman ca n't be seen to be subservient to Cuba but does n't want a fight . Treisman : U.S. needs anti-American support on some key international issues .