Russia and Eurasia

Russia and Eurasia remains one of the key regions of geopolitical upheaval in the twenty-first century, including political uprisings, unprecedented land wars, and disruption to energy systems. While some former Soviet states have made moves toward Westernization and democracy, Russian influence continues to spread through mis- and disinformation campaigns and Moscow’s relations with other authoritarian regimes. CSIS analysis dives into these developments and provides recommendations for how U.S. policy can effectively achieve regional foreign policy goals.

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Seven Contemporary Insights on the State of the Ukraine War

As the war in Ukraine enters its fourth year, new insights reveal how drones, long-range strikes, and rapid tactical adaptation are reshaping the battlefield and what it means for the conflict’s next phase.

Report by Mick Ryan — November 17, 2025

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President, Defense and Security Department; Harold Brown Chair

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Drones and AI on the Ukrainian Battlefield

Kateryna Bondar, fellow in the CSIS Wadhwani AI Center, joins the podcast to discuss how Ukraine is using AI-driven unmanned systems to reduce direct warfighter involvement while enhancing combat effectiveness.

Podcast Episode by H. Andrew Schwartz and Kateryna Bondar — April 2, 2025

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Global Terrorism Threat Assessment 2025

Terrorism remains a threat to U.S. citizens, assets, and interests despite the national security community’s decreasing focus on counterterrorism.

Report by Alexander Palmer, Riley McCabe, Daniel Byman, and Skyeler Jackson — March 28, 2025

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Russia's Shadow War Against the West

CSIS's Seth Jones, president of the CSIS Defense and Security Department, joins the podcast to discuss his new report, "Russia's Shadow War Against the West."

Podcast Episode by H. Andrew Schwartz and Seth G. Jones — March 21, 2025

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

The air and space domains have been critical in the Russia-Ukraine conflict. This week will feature a special two-part episode in the 'Conflict in Focus' series focused on the Air and Space Domain, where experts will discuss how the conflict is shaping Europe's strategic posture in the near term.

Event — March 20, 2025

The Trump-Putin Phone Call: Some Promise, Some Disappointments, and Many Questions

Today's Trump-Putin phone call included some encouraging developments, such as a ceasefire on deep strikes and a process for continued negotiations. However, there is no 30-day ceasefire, and frontline fighting will continue unabated. This is only the first step in a long process.

Commentary by Mark F. Cancian and Maria Snegovaya — March 18, 2025

Russian Roulette

Rose Gottemoeller on Negotiating with Russia

Max and Maria welcomed Rose Gottemoeller back to the show, to discuss the ongoing negotiations between the U.S., Russia, and Ukraine. As a former American diplomat who has sat across from the Russians to negotiate international treaties, she shared her insights about what she is watching as this process unfolds.

Podcast Episode by Max Bergmann and Maria Snegovaya — March 17, 2025

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European Divorce

Following meetings with European diplomats in Brussels and Paris, CSIS’s Max Bergmann joins the podcast to discuss what seems like a possible United States divorce from our allies in Europe.

Podcast Episode by H. Andrew Schwartz and Max Bergmann — March 11, 2025

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