Nick Fenton

Program Manager and Research Associate, Europe, Russia, and Eurasia Program
Nick Fenton

Nick Fenton is a program manager and research associate with the Europe, Russia, and Eurasia Program at the Center for Strategic and International Studies (CSIS), where he supports the program’s event management, outreach, and research agenda. Before joining CSIS, Nick completed a Fulbright grant working as an English teacher in Omsk, Russia, at Omsk State Pedagogical University. Additionally, he worked as a security and defense intern at the German Marshall Fund of the United States. Nick holds a master’s degree in European and Russian studies from Yale University, where his research focused on the intellectual history of Soviet foreign policy during the interwar period. Nick earned his bachelor’s degree at the University of Virginia, where he double majored in political and social thought and Russian and Eastern European studies.

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Back in Stock? The Latest Report on the Russian Defense Industry from CSIS

Today, Max and Maria were joined by Tina Dolbaia and Nick Fenton, two members of the team at CSIS, to discuss the CSIS Europe, Russia, and Eurasia program's latest report, "Back in Stock? The State of Russia's Defense Industry after Two Years of the War." 

Podcast Episode by Max Bergmann, Maria Snegovaya, Nick Fenton, and Tina Dolbaia — May 3, 2024

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Back in Stock? The State of Russia's Defense Industry after Two Years of the War

Two years into the war, Russia’s prospects have improved. By tapping into its Cold War–era stockpiles, Russia has ramped up domestic arms production. It has also solidified ties with China, Iran, and North Korea, importing dual-use goods and weapons from these countries.

Report by Maria Snegovaya, Max Bergmann, Tina Dolbaia, Nick Fenton, and Samuel Bendett (Contributor) — April 22, 2024

Seller's Remorse: The Challenges Facing Russia's Arms Exports

While Russian arms sales in areas such as missile and air defense systems, aircraft, armored vehicles, naval systems, and engines have historically been significant, recent trends show that exports in virtually all of these major weapons categories will decline.

Report by Max Bergmann, Maria Snegovaya, Tina Dolbaia, and Nick Fenton — September 18, 2023

Out of Stock? Assessing the Impact of Sanctions on Russia’s Defense Industry

Western sanctions are having an important battlefield impact. As the quality of the advanced Russian military equipment will continue to decline—at least over the near term—so will Russia’s ability to conduct offensive operations that require precision and coordination. 

Report by Max Bergmann, Maria Snegovaya, Tina Dolbaia, Nick Fenton, and Samuel Bendett (Contributor) — April 14, 2023

Russia Sanctions at One Year

As sanctions placed on Russia after its 2022 invasion of Ukraine continue to bite, there is growing evidence that these economic restrictions will have a significant impact on the country's economic development and will continue to raise the costs of Putin's war.

Report by Maria Snegovaya, Tina Dolbaia, Nick Fenton, and Max Bergmann — February 23, 2023

Corruption and Private Sector Investment in Ukraine’s Reconstruction

As Ukraine and its partners begin strategizing for the country's reconstruction, it is clear that the role of private investment will prove pivotal. To attract committed foreign investors, Ukraine must continue to make progress in its fight against domestic corruption.

Brief by Nick Fenton and Andrew Lohsen — November 8, 2022