Lucy Ash explores the Russian military strategy of deception - maskirovka - from its use against invading Mongols in the 14th Century to the current crisis in Ukraine. BBC, Analysis, 26 Jan 15, Duration 29 minutes.
Volume 8, Issue #8 August 2018
Another Russian Base in Kyrgyzstan?
Putting Science Companies to Work
Russia is Shortening Officer Training and Adjusting Conscription Standards
Assessing Russia’s Ten-Year Military Spending Plan
2018
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