Following an increase in whole-of-society attacks, the UK government should deploy tools to encourage nationalism and total defence across society. Read the latest RUSI Commentary by Sophie Boulter and Margaret Ryan.

Uniting Nationalism and Threat Perception for Total Defence

Following an increase in whole-of-society attacks, the UK government should deploy tools to encourage nationalism and total defence across society.

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'In the face of sustained efforts by malign actors, the UK is overdue a more strategic and effective approach to securing access to trusted information, particularly online' write Sophie Williams-Dunning, Andy Pryce and Jamie MacColl in the latest RUSI Commentary.

Burnham's Opportunity to Rethink Information Resilience

Repositioning DCMS as the lead for ‘information resilience' online and offline provides coherence to a currently disparate portfolio, offering a rare opportunity to rethink how the government protects the UK from information threats.

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'In Ukraine, integration has become a battlefield reality: a variety of drones, munitions, and other platforms integrate into a heterogeneous series of networks and digital platforms that form the backbone of Ukrainian command-and-control/digital capabilities.' writes Dr Terhorst in RUSI Commentary.

Swarming Software’s Defence Industrial Implications

Open software architecture for autonomous systems will not only support interoperability but also increase industrial resilience and encourage innovation.

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'As contemporary conflict demonstrates, military effectiveness depends not only on advanced weapons or warfighting capabilities but on a whole-of-society approach to resilience' writes Meghan Udale in the latest RUSI Commentary.

How can Japan become an intelligence power without compromising democracy? In the latest episode of Global Security Briefing @shelter-jones.bsky.social, Ken Kotani and @jamesdjbrown.bsky.social, reflect on how Japan is rebuilding its national intelligence capability. Listen: https://bit.ly/3RJ4OO3

The UK’s new crypto regime is a major milestone. But competitive advantage will come from building credibility, not merely regulating today’s visible crypto market. Read the latest RUSI Commentary by @keatingetom.bsky.social, Director of @cfs-rusi.bsky.social.

Credibility is the UK's Crypto Advantage

The UK's new crypto regime is a major milestone. But competitive advantage will come from building credibility, not merely regulating today's visible crypto market.

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'The greater survivability of the Chinese nuclear arsenal also has the potential to undermine US extended nuclear deterrence' write Robert Jordan, Director of Proliferation and Nuclear Policy, and Dr Sidharth Kaushal, Senior Research Fellow, Sea Power in the latest RUSI Commentary.

The Maritime Leg of China's Naval Deterrent is Coming of Age

China's test of a submarine-launched ballistic missile on 6 July reveals that its drive to truly assure second-strike capability is maturing.

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'The company is one of the key stewards of Russia’s nuclear weapons complex and is increasingly involved in developing and supplying conventional weapons to the Russian military, including systems being deployed in Ukraine.' write Oleksandr V Danylyuk and Darya Dolzikova​ in our new RUSI Commentary.

Rosatom is a Military Supplier – Europe Must Treat It as Such

Despite its involvement in Russia’s nuclear and conventional weapons production, Rosatom continues to maintain access to European markets.

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NATO Allies should come together to form a defence financing instrument that supplements national defence spending, improves companies’ access to affordable capital, and incentivises joint procurement. Read the RUSI Commentary by Rachel Ellehuus and Dr Linus Terhorst.

'Affirming Belarusian integrity costs China nothing with Moscow; if anything, it disciplines Russia at a point where Chinese and Russian interests quietly diverge' writes @sariarhohavren.bsky.social in the latest RUSI Commentary.

Assessing China’s Language on its Stance on Ukraine and Belarus

The country’s different use of ‘territorial-integrity’ is more than a simple diplomatic gesture, but rather a useful sign of its alignment.

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An established Ukrainian F-16 Fighter Wing and the overstretch of fighters and air defences on both sides by sustained long-range strike campaigns have changed the nature of the air war. Read the latest RUSI Commentary by Justin Bronk, Senior Research Fellow, Airpower & Technology at RUSI.

Four Years On: An Update on the Air War Over Ukraine

An established Ukrainian F-16 Fighter Wing and the overstretch of fighters and air defences on both sides by sustained long-range strike campaigns have changed the nature of the air war.

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Burnham’s Makerfield Test will reshape UK foreign policy. But will it deliver real benefits at home, or risk isolationism and strained alliances abroad? Read the latest RUSI Commentary by Rachel Ellehuus, RUSI Director-General.

Burnham’s Makerfield Test: Home Gains or Global Risks?

Burnham’s Makerfield Test will reshape UK foreign policy. But will it deliver real benefits at home, or risk isolationism and strained alliances abroad?

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Introducing 'The Atlantic Brief', a new webinar series by RUSI and War on the Rocks. For our first webinar in a series of five, we invite members to join Nicholas Hopton, @reziemba.bsky.social and Vice Admiral Andrew Burns for a discussion on The Strait of Hormuz and the future of free navigation.

The Atlantic Brief: The Strait of Hormuz and the Future of Free Navigation

The first joint webinar by RUSI and War on the Rocks. Two leading defence publications from both sides of the Atlantic present their expert panel.

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'In the increasingly competitive and commercialised global professional services market, the drive to maximise profits is shaping firm ethics and culture, particularly in the legal sector.' writes Veronica Stratford-Tuke in the latest RUSI Commentary.

Whose Job is it to Protect the International Financial System?

International financial centres have lessons to pass on about the role of professional services in combatting illicit finance and kleptocracy.

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In the season finale of season 8 of the Suspicious Transaction Report, host @keatingetom.bsky.social is joined by Elisa de Anda Madrazo, who has just completed her two-year term as FATF President, having previously served as its Vice-President. Listen to the episode: https://bit.ly/4wUZXZ3

A UK leadership change presents an opportunity to invest in combatting gas flaring in North Africa, so as to bolster security of supply, and tie ongoing international diplomatic efforts on Libya to that agenda. Read the latest RUSI Commentary by Jason Pack and Mark Davis.

North Africa's Flaring Problem is Europe's Gas Opportunity

The fallout from the Iran War has not been kind to European economies. A UK leadership change presents an opportunity to invest in combatting gas flaring in North Africa, so as to bolster security of supply, and tie ongoing international diplomatic effo...

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'For Seychelles observers the conclusion is that the onset of democratic rollback in Seychelles, as well as the potential subsequent collapse in governance standards can be attributed to two main reasons – one internal and one external' writes Wojciech Pawlus, @cfs-rusi.bsky.social.

Losing Control of the West's Longstanding Interests in Seychelles

A democratic and well-functioning international financial centre that has benefited from Western support, Seychelles seems to now be choosing its friends elsewhere.

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'The West seeks to shorten wars; Russia prepares to outlast them. It might sound out of fashion, but only results tell the difference.' writes Fabrizio Minniti and Dr Giangiuseppe Pili in the latest RUSI Commentary.

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

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

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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. Read the latest #RUSICommentary by @jamesdjbrown.bsky.social, Professor of Political Science at Temple University Japan.

Japan's Ambivalent Policy Towards Russia and Ukraine

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.

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'If we don't bring scientists into the room, we are preparing for the wrong century.' Professor Danielle George CBE, UK Chief Scientific Advisor for National Security, GCHQ, at the annual Prince Philip Lecture. RUSI Members can watch the full speech: https://bit.ly/4wOY6oI

'For Ukraine’s civil society, having glimpsed the prospect of a successful conclusion of the war, the fear that Ukraine’s hopes may be smothered by elite squabbling is an unacceptable outcome.' writes Jack Watling in the latest RUSI Commentary on the removal of Mykhailo Fedorov.

The Dismissal of Ukraine's Defence Minister

Fedorov's removal leaves critical issues unresolved between the Defence Ministry and General Staff.

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'The UK has a unique role in being able to hold European and American support together.' In this clip from RUSI Reflects, Dr Andrew Gee examines the foreign and defence policy challenges facing Andy Burnham. Watch the full members-only episode: https://bit.ly/4yxxdHM

'A move by Putin to shift the dynamics in Ukraine could pose a significant challenge in Burnham’s first six months, but if he is able, also allow the Prime Minister to further burnish his foreign policy credentials' writes Rosalind Roberts in the latest RUSI Commentary.

Andy Burnham’s International Debut: Key Challenges and Opportunities

Prime Minister Andy Burnham faces a challenging international context, with intractable problems, but also opportunities to lead and exert UK influence on world events.

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'A state that outsources its artificial-intelligence capability to foreign companies with organic ties to a foreign government is not sovereign, however firmly its leadership asserts autonomy in multilateral forums; it is a digital protectorate' writes Francisco Carneiro in RUSI Newsbrief.

The Algorithmic Deterrent

Palantir's manifesto and the sovereignty question for states without algorithmic independence.

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'By turning deep-strike capability into sustained pressure on Russia's energy system, Kyiv has found a way to translate battlefield operations into economic costs' write Petras Katinas and Natia Seskuria in the latest RUSI Commentary.

Putin's Fuel Dilemma

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

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Can Britain's new prime minister afford to be largely a domestically-focused leader? In this episode of RUSI Reflects, Dr Andrew Gee considers that question and more, ahead of Andy Burnham's premiership. Watch the video: https://bit.ly/4yxxdHM Not a RUSI Member? Join today: https://bit.ly/3siJl1P

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Single Operator, Multi-Platform approaches promise to act as a force multiplier, but this is only possible if the UK can overcome reluctance to procure drones, something which stems from fears that the platforms will rapidly become obsolete.' writes Robert Tollast in the latest RUSI Commentary.

The UK's Defence Investment Plan Has a Lethal Drone Swarm Vision

Drone swarming is often referenced as an important future capability, with little understanding of what is possible today, and how the tactic is enabled.

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'Moscow’s strategy sees no contradiction between sounding the alarm over an imminent war with NATO, continuing its strikes on Kyiv and criticising the US as the ultimate orchestrators of Ukraine’s drone campaign.' writes Emily Ferris in the latest RUSI Commentary.

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

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

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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. Read the latest RUSI Commentary by Andreas Urbanski.

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

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.

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