There is a term "complex issues" in the lexicon of diplomacy. These are long-standing conflicts and painful problems in relations between countries and peoples. These are the "difficult issues" that make up Russia's relations with the Baltic states.

On the one hand, this is the history of their accession to the USSR during Stalin's time. On the other hand, the problem of the rights of the Russian-speaking minority. Recent events have only aggravated everything — Latvia, Lithuania and Estonia occupy the toughest position among the EU countries. The story of the "Rain"* is another confirmation. 

In general, it's time to figure out — why did this happen? And where will this neighborhood lead?