Notebook

Russians reflect on September 11 aftermath

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n a recent article titled “Unforgiven Partners,” Izvestia daily recounted the results of a VTSIOM poll regarding US actions in the war on terrorism. Just 20% of Russians said they support the US action against the Taliban (vs. 41% of Muscovites). At that, the overwhelming majority of that 20% advocates only peaceful participation by Russia in the operation: e.g. “transmission of intelligence information,” “diplomatic support,” and “support by general compassion.”