Olga R. Chiriac
Drone Warfare in Ukraine: Myths and Reality
The European Programme of the Irregular Warfare Initiative is proud to present another episode of the Notes from the Eastern Front: Lessons from the Russo-Ukrainian War series. The discussion is hosted by Ukraine Hub Lead, Armenak Ohanesian, and Dr Olga R. Chiriac, Europe Programme Director. Our guest is Ivan Grys,
Project Europe Summer Reading—2025
Summer is upon us—but are you still searching for a compelling poolside or beach-side read? If you’re interested in irregular warfare or European security, the Irregular Warfare Initiative’s Project Europe has got you covered! Presenting the 2025 Summer Reading List, curated by the Project Europe Team: Jon
Why IWI Project Europe?
To deter and defend against irregular threats. Editor's note: This article is part of Project Europe which focuses on European and European-adjacent security issues to deter and defend against irregular threats, develop IW knowledge, and advance the American understanding of allied, partner, and competitor practices of IW. We
Russian Electronic Warfare: From History to Modern Battlefield
Every April 15, the Russian Federation celebrates Electronic Warfare Specialist Day, marking the first combat use of electronic warfare. On this day in 1904, during the Japanese shelling of the Russian Fleet at Port Arthur, the battleship Pobeda and a coastal radio post jammed Japanese radio communications, preventing over 60
Irregular Warfare in the Post-Soviet Space: The Republic of Moldova
Eastern Europe has historically served as an epicenter for influence operations, with a number of actors – particularly Russia – using influence tactics to shape political narratives and public opinion in the region. Hosted by Irregular Warfare Initiative's Project Europe, this virtual panel brought together the foremost experts on Eastern
The Weaponization of Language in Irregular Warfare: Moldova, a Case Study
Three documents released by US President Joe Biden’s administration in 2022 highlight the significance of integrated deterrence: the U.S. National Defense Strategy, Nuclear Posture Review, and Missile Defense Review. Indeed, integrated deterrence reflects the primary way the Department of Defense (DoD) pursues its goal of national defense: with
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