Russia Post-Putin and War Resilience

The Russian war in Ukraine raises a key question about Moscow's ability to move beyond its imperial legacy and rebuild a normal relationship with its neighbors and the world. An analysis by Foreign Policy magazine explains that the issue is not solely linked to Vladimir Putin personally but is rooted in a deep political culture connected to the concept of "greatness" and the former Russian perception of the state's ability to restore its international standing. The blockade on Ukraine has shown that the conflict surpasses borders and security concerns to encompass identity and sovereignty, with the nature of the war shifting towards sophisticated technological and military exploitation, including drones, artificial intelligence, and cyber warfare. Additionally, analyses suggest that ongoing conflict could weaken Russia internally despite its strong relationships with non-Western powers. Meanwhile, the importance of the concept of "strategic depth" in Russian policy is highlighted; while intended to create buffer zones, it could, in reality, lead to increased threats. Russia's future after Putin depends on its ability to detach from the idea of imperial greatness and redefine its power through technology and the economy, rather than solely through geographic dominance. This will have direct implications for European security, the balance of power, and international relations.

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