The Russia-Ukraine War: Towards Resilient Fighting Power

This book provides a systematic analysis of the Russian-Ukraine war,using the concept of resilient fighting power to assess the operational performance of both sides during the first year of the full-scale invasion. It discusses the conceptual component and post-Cold War adaptations of the Soviet strategic tradition,evaluates warfighting in various domains,and examines international allied assistance,sanctions,and weapons delivery. It concludes with comments on the role of inter-state warfare in the current strategic environment and future warfare.

Format: Paperback / softback
Length: 248 pages
Publication date: 19 March 2024
Publisher: Taylor & Francis Ltd

The Russian-Ukraine war, which began in 2014 and escalated to a full-scale invasion in February 2022, has been a complex and devastating conflict that has revived discussions about inter-state warfare in Europe. This book aims to provide a preliminary systematic analysis of the war, focusing on the operational performance of both sides using the concept of fighting power.

The book begins by discussing the conceptual component and post-Cold War adaptations of the Soviet strategic tradition by the Ukrainian and Russian Armed Forces. It then evaluates the various aspects of warfighting in the land, air, maritime, and cyber domains, including the use of advanced technologies such as drones and cyber weapons.

The book also examines the role of international allied assistance, sanctions, and weapons delivery in strengthening the resilience of the Ukrainian Armed Forces. It highlights the importance of international cooperation in countering Russian aggression and promoting peace and security in Europe.

The book concludes with some comments on the role of inter-state warfare in the current strategic environment and future warfare. It emphasizes the need for continued research and analysis to better understand the dynamics of conflicts and develop effective strategies for peace and security.

This book will be of much interest to students of military and strategic studies, defense studies, foreign policy, Russian studies, and international relations. It provides a comprehensive and insightful analysis of the Russian-Ukraine war, which will help to deepen our understanding of this complex conflict and its implications for the future of international relations.

Weight: 400g
Dimension: 156 x 233 x 17 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9781032398433