RUSI: Latest Publications

Russia’s Selective Adaptation: Command, Control and the Limits of Learning in War

Fabrizio Minniti and Giangiuseppe Pili,[object Object],[object Object] — Tue, 21 Jul 2026 23:00:00 GMT

The contrast between Russia’s tactical flexibility and operational rigidity is revealing of the insecurity in its executive function.

Japan's Ambivalent Policy Towards Russia and Ukraine

James D J Brown,[object Object] — Tue, 21 Jul 2026 23:00:00 GMT

Prime Minister Takaichi’s equivocal stance on policy towards Russia has encouraged a revival in activity from those in Japan who seek reengagement with Moscow.

Putin's Fuel Dilemma

Petras Katinas and Natia Seskuria,[object Object],[object Object] — Thu, 16 Jul 2026 23:00:00 GMT

Ukraine's deep-strike campaign is putting pressure on Russia's energy infrastructure and forcing increasing political pain for Putin.

NATO Planning for War with Russia – but has Moscow Left the Door Open?

Emily Ferris,[object Object] — Tue, 14 Jul 2026 23:00:00 GMT

Moscow’s strategic communications cast Russia as a backseat passenger on a road to war in Europe – but war is not inevitable.

Cheap Attack, Expensive Defence: NATO 5% Pledge Following Iran and Ukraine

Andreas Urbanski,[object Object] — Tue, 14 Jul 2026 23:00:00 GMT

Iran and Ukraine show cheap mass defeats expensive platforms. Unless it buys deep, low-cost defence and civilian resilience, NATO can win every engagement and still lose wars.