About the book: 2014 / In his new book, Alexander Dugin, a famous philosopher, political scientist and sociologist, leader of the Eurasian movement in Russia, discusses Putin’s policies in connection with events in Ukraine. On the one hand, the author believes, this policy of realism, one can even talk about Putin’s “new formula” in solving complex geopolitical problems that Russia faces. On the other hand, the “new formula” of Putin’s policy should not interfere with the support of the Russian population in Ukraine. Support for Russians anywhere must become a priority of the Russian state, writes A. Dugin. Thus, the main problem facing Vladimir Putin: will he be able to combine this priority area with a balanced approach to Ukrainian events?.. The author pays special attention to the Russian “fifth column” and its activities in connection with the conflict in Ukraine.