Russia’s “Strategic Deterrence” in Ukraine
Journal: Figshare
Year: 2019

Key Findings • During a year of critical presidential and parliamentary elections in Ukraine, the risk of instability remains high, but a major military offensive by Russia is unlikely. Russian policy can be interpreted as a form of “strategic deterrence,” in which Moscow seeks to achieve its goals in Ukraine through a policy of active containment and strategic patience while avoiding overt military conflict. • In current Russian usage, “strategic deterrence” is the use of both military and nonm