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Blueprint for an Agricultural Recovery Plan for Ukraine

No formal plan for Ukraine’s agricultural recovery exists today. CSIS presents a blueprint for an agricultural recovery plan that positions Ukraine’s agriculture sector for an economically competitive future, with benefits for Ukraine’s economy and global food security.

Report by Antonina Broyaka, Vitalii Dankevych, Emma Dodd, and Caitlin Welsh — June 4, 2025

Ukraine’s Drone Swarms Are Destroying Russian Nuclear Bombers. What Happens Now?

Critical Questions by Masao Dahlgren and Lachlan MacKenzie — June 4, 2025

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Russia’s Battlefield Woes in Ukraine

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Brief by Seth G. Jones and Riley McCabe — June 3, 2025

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How Ukraine’s Operation “Spider’s Web” Redefines Asymmetric Warfare

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Critical Questions by Kateryna Bondar — June 2, 2025

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One Million Casualties: Russia’s Losses on the Battlefield

June 13, 2025 • 11:00 – 11:30 am EDT

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Can Ukraine Survive Without U.S. Aid?

June 5, 2025 • 11:15 am – 11:45 pm EDT

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The Russia-Ukraine Drone War: Innovation on the Frontlines and Beyond

May 28, 2025 • 9:00 – 10:00 am EDT

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Strategic Trends 2025: A Trans-Atlantic Look Ahead

May 12, 2025 • 2:30 – 3:30 pm EDT

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Whole of Society Resilience Lessons from Russia-Ukraine | Conflict in Focus

April 17, 2025 • 10:00 – 11:00 am EDT

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Space and Data Domain Lessons from Russia-Ukraine | Conflict in Focus

April 10, 2025 • 10:00 – 11:00 am EDT

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Air and Space Domain Lessons from Russia-Ukraine: Part Two | Conflict in Focus

March 20, 2025 • 2:00 – 3:00 pm EDT

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Human Domain Lessons from Russia-Ukraine | Conflict in Focus

March 6, 2025 • 10:00 – 11:00 am EST

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Insights for Future Conflicts from the Russia-Ukraine War

The Russia-Ukraine conflict shocked the world, unfolding a story of adaptation, resilience, and innovation with global implications. Drawing from analysis and news coverage, this report distills 10 insights that will shape the next war.

Digital Report by Krista Auchenbach, Nathan Lewis, Scott Murphy, Quinton Packard, Scott Pence, Luke Slivinski, and Matthew Slusher — May 8, 2025

Ceasefire Talks: What’s at Stake for Ukraine’s Agriculture Sector and Global Food Security?

As ceasefire negotiations continue, what’s at stake for Ukraine’s agriculture sector, Russia’s agriculture sector, and global food security? More than negotiators may appreciate, as CSIS experts explain.

Critical Questions by Caitlin Welsh, Emma Dodd, and Joseph Glauber — May 6, 2025

Investing in Ukraine: Folly or Wisdom?

Supporting Ukraine now is one of the best investments the U.S. can make this century. It unlocks major business opportunities for U.S. companies, invests in cutting-edge innovation, and deters further aggression from China and Russia against U.S. allies.

Commentary by Emily Harding — May 2, 2025

Russian Roulette

The State of Russia-Ukraine Negotiations with Michael Kimmage

Max and Maria welcome Michael Kimmage back to the show to provide his analysis of the ongoing U.S.-led negotiations to achieve a ceasefire in Ukraine.

Podcast Episode by Max Bergmann, Maria Snegovaya, and Michael Kimmage — May 2, 2025

Seth Jones in the Wall Street Journal: Trump Can Make Russia Pay for Peace in Ukraine

“As Moscow lets the war drag on, Washington should step up the pressure, including sanctions, on the beleaguered Russian economy,” writes CSIS’s Seth Jones in the Wall Street Journal.

Commentary by Seth G. Jones — April 28, 2025

Russian Roulette

Keith Gessen and Bryn Rosenfeld on How We Should Interpret Russian Public Opinion Data About the War in Ukraine

Maria spoke with journalist Keith Gessen and scholar Bryn Rosenfeld about their work trying to make sense of Russian public opinion towards the war in Ukraine, and what it means for our understanding of Russian society today.

Podcast Episode by Maria Snegovaya — April 23, 2025

Whole of Society Resilience Lessons from Russia-Ukraine | Conflict in Focus

The Ukraine war has demonstrated the importance of resiliency and using the total strength of society. This week's Conflict in Focus: Whole of Society Resilience panel will feature a discussion on resiliency and preparing the entirety of society for conflict.

Event — April 17, 2025

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Whole of Society Resilience Lessons from Russia-Ukraine

Dr. Kathleen McInnis sits down with Lieutenant Colonel Scott Murphy, visiting U.S. Marine Corps military fellow and Iryna Nykorak, Ukrainian Minister of Parliament, and founder of ArmWomenNow, about the importance of resiliency and how to prepare the entirety of society for conflict.

Podcast Episode by Kathleen McInnis — April 17, 2025

Whole of Society Resilience Lessons from Russia-Ukraine | Conflict in Focus

Moderated by Lieutenant Colonel Scott Murphy, U.S. Marine Corps fellow, this episode of Conflict in Ficus discussed the importance of resiliency and how prepare the entirety of society for conflict.

Transcript — April 17, 2025

The Challenge of Military Surprise in an Open World

In a world of satellites, social media, and cyber surveillance, the age-old military tactic of surprise faces extinction—yet innovative strategies prove it’s not only surviving, but evolving.

Commentary by Matthew Slusher — April 14, 2025

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