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Designing New Battlegroups: Advice for NATO Planners

NATO’s response to Russia’s invasion of Ukraine now includes four new battlegroups added to its forward presence in eastern Europe. As NATO military planners develop these new forces, here are five principles that should guide their work.

Commentary by Sean Monaghan, Pierre Morcos, and Andrew Lohsen — April 15, 2022

The Civilian Impacts of a Possible Russian Invasion of Ukraine

Concerns are growing over the impact a Russian invasion could have on civilians in Ukraine. The humanitarian picture is alarming, and an invasion could precipitate a crisis, the severity of which would depend on the location, length, and lethality of military operations.

Critical Questions by Jacob Kurtzer, Catherine Nzuki, Erol Yayboke, and Andrew Lohsen — February 2, 2022

Can the OSCE Help Resolve the Russia-Ukraine Crisis?

As Russia makes demands for an uncontested sphere of influence in Eastern Europe, can the OSCE help protect the fundamental principles of European security and prevent a renewed invasion of Ukraine?

Commentary by Andrew Lohsen — January 12, 2022

Lukashenko’s Failed Gambit

Belarusian leader Aleksandr Lukashenko sought to “instrumentalize” migrants against the European Union in retaliation for sanctions. What are the implications for Russia, Belarus, and the West?

Commentary by Andrew Lohsen — November 19, 2021