Jeffrey Mankoff

Michael Kimmage, Director at the Kimm Institute, and Jeffrey Mankoff, Distinguished Research Fellow at the National University Defense, share insights on new strategies for containing Russia. They delve into historical parallels with Cold War containment, emphasizing Europe's role and the rising threats from Russia amid its alliances with China and Iran. The duo discusses the ideological framework of Putin's regime and the critical support needed for Ukraine. Their conversation highlights the interplay between energy independence and geopolitical stability, suggesting a transformed approach to U.S.-Russia relations.

Richard Giragosian, the founding director of the Regional Studies Center in Armenia, and Jeffrey Mankoff, an expert on Russia and Eurasia, dive into the complex geopolitics of the South Caucasus. They discuss the escalating tensions between Armenia and Azerbaijan, the historical roots of the Nagorno-Karabakh conflict, and Azerbaijan's growing ties with Turkey. The pair also explore Armenia's efforts to break free from Russian influence, strengthen Western relations, and navigate the challenges of its evolving political landscape.

Jeffrey Mankoff, a leading expert on Russian military affairs, and Catrina Doxsee, who focuses on Russian foreign policy, dive into the turmoil surrounding Yevgeny Prigozhin's march on Moscow. They discuss the implications of this mutiny for Putin's power and the vulnerabilities it exposed in the Russian military hierarchy. The conversation reveals how Prigozhin's actions challenge the Kremlin's approach and potentially reshape Russia's future stability. They also explore the ongoing struggles of the Wagner Group and the broader impact on Russian military operations.