Terrorism: Commentary on Security Documents is a series that provides primary source documents
and expert commentary on various topics relating to the worldwide effort to combat terrorism
as well as efforts by the United States and other nations to protect their national security
interests. Volume 146 Russia's Resurgence examines recent developments in the foreign policy
and strategy of the Russian Federation including an examination of its aggression against
neighboring states with Russian populations its recent focus on strengthening its military
capabilities its larger strategy vis-à-vis NATO and the United States its utilization of
hybrid warfare in the gray zone to achieve its goals its increasing influence on Middle
Eastern politics and the historical context within which these developments have occurred.