Near Peer: Russia
Subject matter experts discuss Russian history, current affairs, and military doctrine. Putin’s declarations, advances in military technology, and Russia’s remembrance of the Great Patriotic War are also addressed. “Near Peer: Russia” is the second film in a four-part series exploring America’s global competitors.

0:00 Introductory comment
0:45 Title Screen
1:50 Chapter One – History of Russia
24:20 Chapter Two – Putin’s Goals
30:00 Chapter Three – Current Military Power & Its Application
43:11 Conclusion – Summary Comments
49:47 Credits

For more information on Russia's stated justification for its invasion of Ukraine, please see https://www.armyupress.army.mil/journ...