Unconventional Options for the Defense of the Baltic States: The Swiss Approach

Osburg, Jan

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“…8 Given the larger proportion and influence of the Russian minorities in Estonia and Latvia compared with Lithuania, I focus on the threat of Russian subversion in Estonia and Latvia, although many in Lithuania are certainly concerned about Russian influence in their country. 9 …”

Section: Nonviolent Subversionmentioning

confidence: 99%

“…14 There is an indication that the anti-Maidan movement only adopted the goal of separatism in the spring of 2014 with the urging of individuals with ties to Russian oligarchs Aleksandr Borodai and Igor Girkin, the latter of whom is commonly known as Strelkov. 15 Ukrainian forces had difficulty responding to the nascent separatist movement-regular military forces simply could not deploy in response to the government's orders due to limited 9 Martin Hurt, Lessons Identified in Crimea: Does Estonia's National Defence Model Meet Our Needs? Tallinn, Estonia: International Centre for Defence and Security, April 2014, p. 1.…”

Section: What Is Hybrid Warfare?mentioning

confidence: 99%

“…In Crimea, Russia initiated a large exercise on February 26 and 27, 2014, that served as the launching point and cover for unmarked Russian forces to seize strategic points in the Crimean peninsula. 9 Russia initially denied the presence of its military forces, while Russian propaganda paradoxically sought to legitimize Russian military actions. 10 While Russian propaganda and the use of unmarked forces created a challenge for Western countries to initially attribute responsibility, the presence of large numbers of Russian conventional forces in the region no doubt also helped to deter a strong Western response.…”

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confidence: 99%

“…Support for the Baltic states to counter covert action may also strengthen their ability to resist Russia in the event of an invasion. 9 The U.S. Air Force may be able to directly assist with the development of technical capabilities for border control, air and maritime domain awareness, and intelligence gathering, including assistance with acquiring unmanned aerial vehicles, radars, and other sensors. Another specific area where the United States may be able to offer assistance is in planning exercises and war games to improve contingency planning and coordination, especially in Latvia.…”

Section: Countering Covert Actionmentioning

confidence: 99%

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Hybrid Warfare in the Baltics: Threats and Potential Responses

Radin¹

2017

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Section: Nonviolent Subversionmentioning

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Section: What Is Hybrid Warfare?mentioning

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The concept of total defense in the deterrence strategy of the Republic of Serbia

Milkovski,

Božić

2023

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The subject of this article refers to the examination of the convenience of the concept of total defense as a basis for designing a defense system in the function of strategic deterrence of the Republic of Serbia. The existing defense system was supposed to be based on the concept of total defense, which has not been defined, verified and generally accepted since the Republic of Serbia was founded. In accordance with the above, the question arises: whether the existing way of organizing and functioning of the defense system corresponds to the requirements of strategic deterrence. The starting point in this paper is the position that the defense system, without a previously defined and generally accepted concept of total defense, may not be fully efficient and effective in creating a credible and persuasive threat in the function of strategic deterrence. The results of the research indicate that in order to develop the necessary defenece forces capabilities and their use for strategic deterrence, it is necessary to first develop the concept of total defense. Through the development process, it is possible to achieve full agreement of all forces on their tasks, methods of engagement and associated risks. Also, with the concept of total defense, it is possible to determine measures and recommendations on changes in the existing defense system that should increase the effectiveness and efficiency of strategic deterrence. The theoretical-methodological approach used a theoretical analysis and comparison of total defense concepts in different historical and geopolitical conditions, as well as a method concept development that can meet the requirements of strategic deterrence in the conditions of a modern multidimensional strategic environment.

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Unconventional Options for the Defense of the Baltic States: The Swiss Approach

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Hybrid Warfare in the Baltics: Threats and Potential Responses

Hybrid Warfare in the Baltics: Threats and Potential Responses

The concept of total defense in the deterrence strategy of the Republic of Serbia

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