Soviet Foreign Policy in a Changing World

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This volume explores the complexities of Soviet power and its implications for global politics. It begins with an examination of the Soviet Union's aims and challenges, delving into the legacy of Stalinism and the nature of Soviet authority. The dynamics of the Soviet Empire are analyzed, highlighting shifts from optimism to pessimism, alongside the interplay between domestic politics and foreign policy. The book addresses the understanding scholars have of Soviet foreign policy and the ideological underpinnings that influence risk-taking and crisis behavior. The text further investigates the intricacies of policymaking, including the foreign policy establishment and decision-making processes regarding arms limitation. It also discusses the CPSU Central Committee's International Department and the role of "Active Measures" in Soviet strategy. Military power is scrutinized, focusing on security perspectives, operational objectives, and strategies toward Northern Europe and Japan, as well as the early years of the Soviet-Afghan War. The relationship between the United States and the Soviet Union is explored from 1917 to 1976, examining American conduct from Soviet viewpoints and the implications for arms control and agriculture. The volume also addresses Soviet relations with Western Europe and Eastern Europe, the USSR's approach to the Far East, and its geopolitical strategies in the Third World. Finally, the text contemplat