Section: Research Organizations & Think Tanks about Ukraine
Exclusive Jurisdiction of Russian Courts: The Impact of Sanctions and the Lugovoy Law
Since the annexation of Crimea in 2014, the Russian Federation has been increasingly targeted by economic and other sanctions. After the start of the full-scale war against Ukraine in 2022, Russia became the most sanctioned country in the world. Sanctions target politicians, businessmen, various organizations (both commercial and non-commercial),...
Russia Explained: What Americans Need to Know
Among the many international issues confronting the candidates for U.S. president and the American electorate in this fall’s election is the U.S. strategic posture with regard to Russia, its aggression against Ukraine, and the policies of its leader, Vladimir Putin. Two RAND experts explore a range of critical issues that will confront the...
Ukraine’s Fatal F-16 Crash Should Scare Russia And China (From Fox News)
The gut-wrenching loss of an Ukraine Air Force F-16 chasing Iranian-made drones at low altitude last week is proof positive that Ukraine’s air force is becoming more aggressive and capable. Read my FOX News piece here. But there’s a sober [Read More…] …read more Source:: Lexington...
Ukraine: a major government reshuffle
On 5 September, Ukraine’s parliament (Verkhovna Rada, VR) appointed 10 new ministers, including two deputy prime ministers (see Appendix 1). The previous day, six ministers and the head of the State Property Fund (SPF) had tendered their resignations, with one ministry being dissolved. Additionally, five other ministerial posts remained...
China is pushing divisive political messages online using fake U.S. voters
A Chinese influence campaign called “Spamouflage” is posing as American voters on social media to fuel divisions before the 2024 U.S. presidential election. According to Graphika, the operation involves fake accounts criticizing both Democrats and Republicans, using hot-button topics like U.S. support for Ukraine and reproductive...
Ukraine Needs a New Storyline
Wars have simple strategic storylines. Ukraine, lacking a clear narrative, needs one to sustain Western support. The recent Kursk counteroffensive offers a reset, but Kyiv must articulate a plan. …read more Source::...
How to Make the Most of the Kursk Gambit
Ukraine’s bold incursion into Russia’s Kursk region may not be enough to deliver an absolute military victory for Kyiv. However, the Kursk offensive may work to Ukraine’s advantage at the negotiating table. …read more Source::...
Taiwan Is Trying To Learn From The Wars In Gaza And Ukraine
Every war is a chance for other armies to learn. The fighting in Ukraine and Israel offers lessons aplenty. Among the most avid students is Taiwan, which fears it might be the next target of attack. …read more Source:: Hoover...
Ukraine, Kursk, and the Importance of Lines of Operation in History
Ukraine’s bold incursion into Kursk mirrors historic tactics using interior lines. To withstand Russia’s response, Ukraine must consolidate forces, leveraging the rapid reinforcement and supply advantages interior lines provide. …read more Source::...
What Ukraine Gains from the Kursk Incursion
The operation reinforces the view that Putin is weak and Zelenskyy is far from defeated. …read more Source:: Hoover...
