But other experts say Russian attitudes are not exactly clear.

Russian and Chinese attitudes are considered crucial, the diplomats said.

Such a Russian attitude will not wear well over time in America.

"Given the Russian attitude after Afghanistan, we might be able to make a breakthrough with them, " he said.

They say they do not want to overreact, but must prepare for a continuing shift toward xenophobia in Russian attitudes.

Several deals last year seem to have changed Russian attitudes greatly.

So what is the Russian authorities' attitude now?

Pound was furious, and deeply resented the Russian attitude.

What is specific about Russian attitude toward work?

One of the most interesting chapters deals with Russian attitudes toward democracy.