The first Strategic Analysis paper by Hanna Smith, Research Director at Hybrid CoE, explores power dynamics in the international system and particularly how networks are exploited by weaker powers to pursue their political goals.
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Hybrid CoE Strategic Analysis
Hybrid CoE Strategic Analysis 1: In the era of hybrid threats: Power of the powerful or power of the “weak”?
by Hanna Smith
What is a Strategic Analysis?
A short paper addressing timely questions concerning hybrid threats. Aims to identify gaps in knowledge and understanding, explain processes behind a phenomenon, or highlight trends and future challenges. Aimed at a wider audience of experts and non-experts alike.
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Recent publications
Russia
Hybrid CoE Paper 27Handbook on the role of non-state actors in Russian hybrid threats
18.12.2025
Arctic region
Hybrid CoE Paper 26Hybrid threats in high latitudes: Facing Russia on Svalbard
10.12.2025
Disinformation
Hybrid CoE Research Report 15Countering disinformation in the Euro-Atlantic: Strengths and gaps
02.10.2025
Deterrence
Hybrid CoE Paper 25Turning strategy into praxis: Lessons in hybrid threat deterrence
14.08.2025
