How should NATO respond to Russia’s hybrid attacks — and what would make Vladimir Putin negotiate an end to the war in Ukraine?
Peter Rough, senior fellow and director of Hudson Institute’s Center on Europe and Eurasia, argues that the West must raise the cost of Russian sabotage, cyber operations and airspace violations to restore deterrence.
Speaking with Independence Avenue Media’s Kiryl Sukhotski, Rough explains why he believes Moscow wants to isolate Ukraine from its Western supporters, why a negotiated settlement remains difficult, and how Ukraine’s resistance is giving Europe time to rearm.
The conversation also examines President Donald Trump’s approach to Russia, NATO’s Article 5 commitments, the limits of a U.S.–Russia reset, cooperation among Russia, China, Iran and North Korea, and the risks Europe could face from Russia after the war.
The interview was recorded September 30, 2026.
Read the interview: https://www.indavemedia.com/hybrid-warfare-against-russia-peter-rough-s-strategy-to-restore-deterrence/
