(Ebook) The West's responsibility for Ukraine's security by Keir Giles ISBN 978267890123456

(Ebook) The West's responsibility for Ukraine's security by Keir Giles ISBN 978267890123456

The West's Responsibility for Ukraine's Security. Understanding Russia's Modern Military Strategy", Giles, K. (2018) delves into the complex realm of Russia's assertive foreign policy and its implications on global security. The book critically examines Russia's recent military interventions in Ukraine and Syria, highlighting the surprisingly advanced capabilities it has showcased - capabilities that, despite having been discussed in detail by Western observers, caught the West off-guard.The book challenges the notion that Russia's military operations in Ukraine were characterized by entirely new concepts of armed conflict. It critiques the popularized phrases such as 'hybrid warfare' and 'Gerasimov doctrine,' suggesting that they are overly simplistic interpretations of a complex strategy. Giles argues that Russia's tactics have deep roots in traditional Soviet approaches, tracing a consistent line of thought in Russia's military strategy since the end of the Cold War. He explores the blend of modern technology and traditional strategy that marked Russia's actions in the Ukraine conflict, arguing that these actions can be understood within the context of long-standing Soviet approaches to conflict. Giles warns warns that while the potential threat of a direct military attack by Russia is crucial, Western policy-makers must also address the ongoing, less visible threats of Moscow's subversion, destabilization, and 'active measures.' "Echoes of the Soviet Past" is an essential read for those seeking to understand the nuances of Russia's modern military strategy and its implications for global security.