Development Aid as Security Policy?
Examines recent UK cuts to foreign aid, noting the humanitarian consequences and suggesting they reveal broader tensions and lessons about using development assistance as instruments of security policy.
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The Battle for Bab Al-Mandeb is Becoming a Contest for Regional Power
Houthi gains around Bab Al‑Mandeb have exposed competing Gulf security visions, turning control of the strait into a regional power contest as Saudi Arabia, Israel, Turkey, Pakistan and the US weigh divergent responses.
The EU’s Arctic Problem is not Unanimity. It is a Missing Category
Argues the EU’s Arctic weakness is not lack of unanimity but absence of a legal category to engage close partners such as Norway, Iceland and the UK, limiting the bloc’s ability to operate without relying on NATO.
Might the Lib Dems matter on Europe?
Anand Menon examines whether the Liberal Democrats’ conference position on Europe—particularly the question of rejoining the EU—could make the party more influential in UK EU policy debates.
What are the key foreign policy challenges the UK must confront?
Anand Menon surveys immediate and long‑term foreign policy challenges for the UK as part of the Policy Landscape 2026 report, assessing the political debate and strategic priorities the government must confront.
Putin’s Predictable Victory, Russia’s Uncertain Future
Putin’s recent elections were orchestrated to legitimise his war in Ukraine, but they do not determine Russia’s trajectory. Political outcomes remain uncertain, with staged ballots reinforcing the regime without resolving deeper future instabilities.
Americans’ views of China have warmed in recent years
Pew Research Center finds Americans’ feelings toward China have warmed since 2021 but remain largely negative, with pronounced partisan and generational divides shaping attitudes.
Somali Piracy in 2026 is Not Just a Resurgence of a Past Problem
Analysis warns that the 2026 surge in Somali piracy is not just a return of past patterns but reflects a rapidly changing maritime‑security environment with new threats and dynamics.
The EU’s Canada offer is more mood than reality but it could hint at a future geometry for the bloc
Argues the EU’s proposed ‘Canada-style’ offer to external partners is largely symbolic but could indicate a future multi-speed or variable-geometry relationship model for the bloc.
Recording: The Atlantic Brief: US and European Perspectives on Nuclear Deterrence
A recorded joint webinar presenting US and European expert perspectives on nuclear deterrence, featuring panels from RUSI and War on the Rocks discussing strategic, policy and allied-coordination issues.
Episode 2: Financing War in the Grey Zone
A RUSI podcast episode examines how financing of conflict and hybrid threats reveals weaknesses in the international anti‑financial crime framework, analysing the mechanisms adversaries use and the implications for deterrence and financial controls.
Recording: From Silos to Statecraft: Whole-of-Government Cyber Deterrence in Europe
A recorded expert panel discussion with government, industry and academic practitioners on adopting a whole-of-government, campaigns-based approach to cyber deterrence in Europe and what that demands of national capitals.
Iceland still wants a close relationship with the EU
Reports that Iceland’s referendum narrowly rejected reopening EU accession talks, but argues Reykjavik still seeks a close relationship with the EU; the piece analyses political drivers behind maintaining strong ties despite the vote.
Carney, Canada and the EU: What could it mean for the UK/EU reset?
Explores how recent developments involving Mark Carney, Canada's ties and EU dynamics might affect a possible UK–EU reset, examining political and economic implications for future co‑operation and trust between London and Brussels.
Episode 1: Avoiding Strategic Surprise: Lessons from NATO with Dr Florence Gaub
Dr Florence Gaub discusses how NATO uses strategic foresight to anticipate and avoid strategic surprise, outlining approaches and thinking for preparing alliance decision‑making in an increasingly uncertain global security environment.
Joud Walid
Trainee researcher at IPPR’s Centre for Geopolitics and International Policy, Joud Walid contributes to projects addressing shifts between global orders and progressive domestic outcomes. Previously worked in student media on digital surveillance and mis/disinformation; holds a BA in International Relations from King’s College London.
Episode 129: Updating How We Think About Korean Peninsula Security
Podcast episode discusses whether traditional frames like ‘unification’ and ‘denuclearisation’ remain useful for analysing Korean Peninsula security, featuring experts Sanghun Seok and Dr Edward Howell.
RUSI Mission Statement and Bye-Laws
RUSI has published its formal mission statement and updated bye‑laws, as submitted to the Council of Trustees and the Annual General Meeting on 8 October 2026, detailing the institute’s governance and stated purpose.