Eastern Europe

The research of the CSIS Europe, Russia, and Eurasia Program together sheds light on the internal dynamics in these states, their relationships with one another, their broader foreign and security policies, and the implications of their choices and circumstances for their neighbors, the United States, and the rest of the world.

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Max Bergmann

Max Bergmann

Director, Europe, Russia, and Eurasia Program and Stuart Center
Seth G. Jones

Seth G. Jones

Senior Vice President; Harold Brown Chair; and Director, International Security Program
Sean Monaghan

Sean Monaghan

Visiting Fellow, Europe, Russia and Eurasia Program

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Book Talk: "Russia's War" with Jade McGlynn

Please join us for a discussion about the latest book by Jade McGlynn, Russia's War.

Event by Max Bergmann , Maria Snegovaya , Michael Kimmage , and Jade McGlynn — May 25, 2023

A Systems Approach to Mental Health Interventions: Lessons for Ukraine

A public discussion on the impact of the war on Ukraine’s healthcare infrastructure, First Lady Zelenska’s continued efforts to promote mental health, and the role that mental health will play in Ukraine’s reconstruction.    

Event by Romina Bandura , Oksana Markarova , Earl Gast , Dr. Regina Hechanova-Alampay , Dr. Amanda Nguyen , and Dr. Paul Bolton — May 25, 2023

Rising Demand and Proliferating Supply of Military UAS

There has been a significant rise in the proliferation of military uninhabited aerial systems. This report reveals drivers and implications by examining the Nagorno-Karabakh war, the Russian war in Ukraine, and contracting and international trade data.

Report by Gregory Sanders , Rose Butchart , Astrid Price , Dan Steinberg , and Alexander Holderness — May 24, 2023

Evolving Cyber Operations and Capabilities

The war in Ukraine shows that cyber defense requires a different approach with new actors and strategies that will be complex for nations to construct. This report examines cybersecurity in Ukraine, with a look to the larger debate around cyber capabilities and defense.

Report by James Andrew Lewis and Georgia Wood — May 18, 2023

Allied Burden Sharing in Ukraine

A virtual public event moderated by Max Bergmann, Director of the CSIS Europe, Russia, and Eurasia Program, featuring notable speakers from European countries to discuss Allied Burden Sharing in Ukraine.

Event by Max Bergmann , Ana Palacio , Eka Tkeshelashvili , Ambassador Emily Haber , Ambassador Marek Magierowski , Ambassador Karen Pierce , and Stavros Lambrinidis — May 17, 2023

Sanctions and Russia's Defense Industry

This event examines the overall impact of Western sanctions and allied export regulations on Russia’s defense sector to date, as well as the Kremlin’s ability to overcome them. The panelists will discuss the findings of an upcoming CSIS report dedicated to this topic.

Event by Max Bergmann , Maria Snegovaya , Paul Schwartz , and Samuel Bendett — April 14, 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

Russian Roulette

Aliona Verbitskaya and the Rights of Ukrainian POWs

Max and Maria sit down with President Zelenskyy's Commissioner for the Protection of the Rights of Military Personnel of the Armed Forces of Ukraine, Aliona Verbitskaya.

Podcast Episode by Max Bergmann and Maria Snegovaya — March 23, 2023

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