Author: Malte Koppermann
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Arctic Matryoshka
Russia’s revival of the “bastion defence” concept in the Arctic raises challenges to NATO.
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Contemporary Sabotage Operations
State-led sabotage remains a key tool of influence, mirroring Cold War doctrines despite shifting justifications. Malte Koppermann essay argues that while ideological motives have faded, the core objective—disrupting adversaries’ policies and capabilities—remains unchanged. Both the U.S. and Russia continue to use proxies, uphold plausible deniability, and adapt to new technologies, including cyber sabotage. The recent…