The Documentary Podcast Russia's 'grey zone' war
May 31, 2025
Grigor Atanesian from BBC Russian joins to delve into the mystique of 'grey zone' warfare. He discusses Russia's covert tactics against the UK, including cyber attacks and election interference. The conversation highlights notable events like the 2016 U.S. election meddling and the implications of Russian surveillance near British waters. Experts weigh in on the psychological tactics employed by Russia and the challenges they pose to national security. This exploration unveils the complexities and dangers of modern warfare strategies.
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Defining Grey Zone Warfare
- Grey zone warfare operates in the space between war and peace, involving actions below the threshold of conventional war.
- It includes cyber attacks, election meddling, disinformation, and covert military operations with plausible deniability.
Russian Grey Zone Warfare Examples
- Russia's 2016 US election meddling is a prime example of effective grey zone warfare.
- The 2018 Salisbury poisonings also illustrate covert hostile acts below military response thresholds.
Russia's Maritime Grey Zone Activities
- Recently, Russian research and navy vessels have been detected near UK territorial waters and infrastructure.
- Reports claim Russia is potentially spying on undersea infrastructure and UK nuclear submarines.