Russia and Eurasia

The Europe, Russia, and Eurasia Program, Burke Chair in Strategy, Emeritus Chair in Strategy, and the International Security Program analyze Russia and the other former Soviet states in Europe, Central Asia, and the Caucasus.

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The Russian Arctic Threat: Consequences of the Ukraine War

The impact of Russia’s full-scale invasion of Ukraine has been felt in the Arctic, and military tensions are increasing. This CSIS report outlines key security developments and describes the nature of the Russian threat in the Arctic after a year of war. 

Brief by Colin Wall and Njord Wegge — January 25, 2023

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Agriculture in Wartime: Threats and Opportunities for Ukraine with Farmer Kees Huizinga, Agricultural Economist Antonina Broyaka, and USAID DAA Mark Simakovsky

Please join the CSIS as we welcome award-winning farmer Kees Huizinga, Ukrainian agricultural economist Antonina Broyaka, and Mark Simakovsky, Deputy Assistant to the Administrator in the Bureau for Europe and Eurasia at USAID for this timely discussion.

Event by Caitlin Welsh , Kees Huizinga , Mark Simakovsky , and Antonina Broyaka — November 15, 2022

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Russia Threatens to Target Commercial Satellites

In October, Russian leadership warned that U.S. commercial satellites, such as SpaceX’s Starlink constellation, may be future targets for retaliation.

Critical Questions by Kari A. Bingen , Kaitlyn Johnson , and Zhanna Malekos Smith — November 10, 2022

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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

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Russia’s UN Grain Deal Boomerang: Implications for the Deal and Global Food Prices

Russia has rejoined the Black Sea Grain Initiative days after announcing its suspension. With the agreement set to expire on November 19, what is the likelihood of Russia agreeing to its renewal? What is the long-term outlook for Ukraine assuming the agreement is extended?

Critical Questions by Joseph Glauber , Caitlin Welsh , and David Laborde — November 4, 2022

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Modernizing Ukraine’s Transport and Logistics Infrastructure

The G7 and European Union need to assess how to best support Ukraine’s future recovery, specifically regarding rebuilding transport and logistics infrastructure that could accelerate economic reconstruction.

Report by Romina Bandura , Janina Staguhn , and Benjamin Jensen — October 20, 2022

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Who Should the United States Call in Europe?

European Commission president Ursula von der Leyen has emerged as a leader on the European stage, since Russia’s invasion of Ukraine. The United States should turn to her to engage Europe.

Commentary by Ilke Toygür and Max Bergmann — October 18, 2022

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Can the United States Do More for Ukrainian Air Defense?

Ukraine is pleading for air defense systems to protect against Russian missile and drone attacks, but the United States has little left to give and Europeans can provide only small numbers in the near term.

Commentary by Mark F. Cancian — October 17, 2022

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Dr. Jeni Miller: “We do not have the luxury to set aside working on the climate crisis”

Katherine is joined by Dr. Jeni Miller, Executive Director of the Global Climate and Health Alliance, to discuss the ways in which a changing climate affects health outcomes, as well as the ways in which health professionals can work with those in other sectors to advocate for greater focus on the climate-health nexus.

Podcast Episode by Katherine E. Bliss — October 14, 2022

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Deterring Nuclear Weapons Use in Ukraine

President Vladimir Putin has increasingly relied on nuclear threats in an attempt to prevent foreign intervention and signal to the United States and NATO that he is committed to winning the war in Ukraine.

Critical Questions by Heather Williams — October 14, 2022

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