Russia’s rising military and communication power: From Chechnya to Crimea

Most scholars working on Russia’s use of strategic narratives recognize the importance Russian state. Nevertheless, authors argue that much attention has given insufficient appreciation for how Russia developed its military and media policies in a coordinated manner: learning from mistakes failures as it went along, becoming more efficient each time. In making their case, they examine three theatres activity accompanying coverage: wars Chechnya 1994–1995 1999–2000; war with Georgia 2008 over separatist territories South Ossetia Abkhazia; Ukraine, especially Crimea, since 2014. The leadership addressed shortcomings occasion, news being increasingly weaponized time on. should see evolving uses those power resources part single process. How state goes about policy can accentuate intervention better or worse far image is concerned.