Why is it naive to remain open to alternative perspectives concerning developments in international relations?  I would argue that it is very naive for us to accept the US narrative without question and without regard for our own Canadian interests in the process.  I would also add that  it is rather amusing to describe Russia as a hegemon without at least acknowledging the US as the principal hegemon of our age.  Not that I have any problem with hegemony.  I regard it only natural for Great Powers to desire to shape their perceived spheres of interest and extend them so far as their power permits.  Naive, from my point of view, stems from some false belief that western actions are always justified and Right, while all those opposed, are villainous, unjustifiable acts of aggression.