The report details a series of war games designed to analyze European vulnerabilities to Russian gray zone tactics, which involve ambiguous actions aimed at influencing public opinion. It explores the implications of these tactics and offers insights on effective countermeasures to enhance resilience against such strategies.
This monograph describes the evolution of the U.S. global defense posture from 1783 to the present as the nation grew from a relatively weak and insular regional power into the preeminent global power. As new and unpredictable threats emerge, alliance relationships are revised, and resources decline, past efforts at dealing with similar problems yield important lessons for future decisions.
The book presents a strategic-level card game designed by the RAND Arroyo Center, focusing on gray zone competition between Russia and the West in the Balkans. It aims to enhance understanding of the complexities and dynamics of this form of competition, exploring the strategic interactions and potential outcomes in a region marked by geopolitical tension. The game serves as a tool for analysis and insight into the challenges faced by Western powers in countering Russian influence.