RUSSIA AND AMERICA IN CLASH OF THE TITANS. HOW BAD WILL IT GET? THE END!

America is insisting that Russia complies with all that it is asking of it, e.g., with respect to the Ukraine conflict, Syria, etc. 

It is increasing the squeeze on Russia and not lessening it. Which means that, the smaller self-respecting countries which America has been bullying, be it in Africa, Asia, South America or the Middle and Far East, Russia cannot afford to eat her self respect and submit to America' attempt to dictate to her. 

It has to resist, because, if it does not, the pressure will be increased even further; probably until the point where it begins to hurt America to an unacceptable level.

What is needed is a proper mechanism for Russia and America to have bilateral discussions, assisted with a suitable mediator.  

To help them to resolve their bilateral problems, and end the drain on resources which could be being used to address other world problems needing to be resolved.

So far the leaders of the more influencial European countries, although clearly being concerned, are choosing to 'keep out of it', although it is having significant impact on their people and economies.

We could hope that, some how, prudence will prevail, and that this potentially disastrous conflict will not escalate.  

To the point where it result in a complete breakdown in  American and Russian diplomatic relationship, and further destabilise the already volatile world order.

But hoping or wishing are neither accepted nor effective tools, when it comes to the real world. 

Nothing short of the American government moving away from its undeserved posturing as the bullying leader of the world, and taking a more pragmatic and fairer position towards Russia, will do.