Russia is a powerful state. One of the sources of his power is Vladimir Putin. Because politics in Russia is autocratic, Putin has built up his army and weapons to become increasingly powerful. Russia has long done what it wants.  Russia turned Belarus into its puppet state, shot down a Malaysian passenger jet and pinned it on Ukrainian troops, forcing Poland to scrap an argument with the US. Due to the super power of its military power, Russia is strengthening its military forces day by day. And has been established as a powerful state on earth.