This report examines how and why Russia is involved in Latin America and the ways that its involvement affects US regional interests. It argues that Russia’s primary intent is to amplify its presence in the US’ “near abroad” and subsequently turn the region against the United States. It asserts that Russia’s collaboration with and promotion of anti-US sentiment among key Latin American actors, its isolation of pro-US governments in the region, and its political empowerment and armament of anti-US governments are threatening US national security. Therefore, the US should consider strategies that can counter Russian actions in Latin America.

Americas Newest Southern Neighbor? An Analysis of Russian Influence in Latin America by The American Security Project on Scribd

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