How the Mideast affects Russia

Story : I found this VERY interesting. It shows how the Russians have much to gain from the war in the middle east. Besides the money gained from selling arms (and we know they do) to the Syrians and Iranians, they will earn money from the extra export of oil. Now, I know that the Russians are saying they want a cease fire between Israel and the Hezbollah terrorists, but they are not really PUSHING for it. It goes against there best economic interests. This just shows how every country is looking out for themselves. Hopefully, by allowing drilling in the gulf (if we don't some other country will) we can lessen our dependence on not only Middle east oil but Russian oil too.