IntroductionRussia is a democratic republic composed of 83 federal units. The country is bordered by 14 countries, including Norway, Finland, Estonia and Poland. It is one of the largest countries in the world with an area of ​​17,000,000 square kilometers and a population of 143 million. The country is well endowed with natural resources such as minerals, forest cover and water resources. Russia's strength and might was gained when it joined the Soviet Union where it became a superpower. The country is a permanent member of the United Nations Security Council; it is also a member of the Group of 20 (G20), the Group of 8 (G8) and the Asia-Pacific Economic Cooperation. This article will critically examine Russian national purpose and ideology, national power and international relations, and foreign policy. The document will also outline Russia's national security commitments and relations with the United States. First question. Russia's National GoalRussia wants to increase its economic growth, protect the security of its population, and safeguard vital markets for its products. The country has successfully used technology to expand its military influence to protect its people and increase its power and influence in the international market. However, the Russian economy is still struggling and the priority is to strengthen economic expansion. The national objective is therefore shaped by economic and security interests. To defend its national interest, Russia has joined forces with other wealthy countries to influence global politics and international policymaking processes. Furthermore, the country is a member of economic blocs to find a convenient market for its products (Bowen, 1998). Second question. Russian ideology...... middle of paper ...... we have an arms control treaty called the Strategic Arms Reduction Treaty (START) which they intend to renew in 2010 It is therefore evident that Russian national security issues can easily trigger responses from the United States. The United States and Russia have a binding bilateral military agreement. In this agreement, the two countries will cooperate in military exchanges which are a step forward towards ensuring world peace.ConclusionsBased on the above analysis of Russia, it is evident that domestic factors play a role important in the development of the foreign policy of countries. Economic and security strategies are the main domestic factors that influence foreign policies. Russian ideology, coupled with its internal and external situation, has forced the country to implement an appropriate foreign policy to safeguard its interests in the international arena...