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
Middle East and North Africa (MENA)
Hybrid CoE Trend Report 11MENA: Four political trends shaping the hybrid threat landscape
03.03.2026
Arctic region
Hybrid CoE Paper 28Bracing for a cold front: Assessing Russian and Chinese strategic objectives and hybrid threat capabilities in the Arctic
21.01.2026
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
