Independent Center for Defence Studies ISDC
MAPPING THE MILTECH WAR: EIGHT LESSONS FROM UKRAINE’S BATTLEFIELD

Victory (or maintaining stability) is determined by how quickly the sensors — communication — data processing — solution — strike system is able to operate in conditions of interference, resource scarcity and high transparency of the battlefield.
Published: 15/03/26

Updated 14/03/26read more
TACTICAL USE OF LOW-SPEED UAVS TO BYPASS A LAYERED AIR DEFENSE SYSTEM

Low-speed UAVs, usually powered by piston engines, represent a key element of a modern attacking strategy due to their unique combination of characteristics: long endurance, long range, significant payload and, most importantly, low cost.
Published: 08/03/26

Updated 07/03/26read more
THE MARCH AT NIGHT AND IN CONDITIONS OF LIMITED VISIBILITY – PREPARATION AND IMPLEMENTATION (Part V)

The purpose of the march is to maneuver covertly, regroup and achieve surprise in combat, therefore, as a rule, it is carried out at night or in other conditions of limited visibility. Due to the difficulty of hiding these actions during the day from enemy recоnnaissance, marches and any movement at night became inevitable.
Published: 01/03/26

Updated 06/03/26read more
SURVEILLANCE AND THE ORDER OF ACTIONS FOR MOUNTED PERSONNEL IN ENEMY FPV DRONES ENVIRONMENT

When traveling by vehicle on the frontline (line of contact) and in adjacent rear zone, when approaching it, it vital to conduct visual and audio surveillance in order to detect the enemy's FPV drone before the moment of strike.
Published: 22/02/26

Updated 21/02/26read more
SACRIFICE THE TERRITORY TO GAIN TIME: LAISSEZ-FAIRE STRATEGY (XI Strategy)


Published: 15/02/26

Updated 14/02/26read more
ANALYSIS OF MISTAKES/FAULTS DONE DURING ASSAULT OPERATIONS

Assault operations in the context of positional warfare require high training, precise coordination and thoughtful support.
Published: 08/02/26

Updated 07/02/26read more
MEMORANDUM FOR SENIOR PENTAGON LEADERSHIP

The most symbolic document of this month in the military/defense/war sphere – about the XXI century’s battlefield.
Published: 01/02/26

Updated 31/01/26read more
SOME FEATURES OF RADIO COMMUNICATION IN THE MOUNTAINS

Rugged terrain creates significant difficulties for the maneuvering of troops and the use of all types of weapons and military equipment.
Published: 25/01/26

Updated 25/01/26read more
PREPARING THE STATE FOR DEFENCE AS AN IMPORTANT PREREQUISITE FOR SUCCESS

One of the important conditions for ensuring the security of the state is to exclude the sudden armed attack, which means that the state's defence system must be constantly ready to repel aggression.
Published: 18/01/26

Updated 17/01/26read more
OFFENSIVE COMBAT ACTIONS AT NIGHT AND IN CONDITIONS OF LIMITED VISIBILITY - PART IV


Published: 11/01/26

Updated 10/01/26read more
BATTLE DRILL 10: REACT TO AIRCRAFT WHILE DISMOUNTED - PLATOON (07-PLT-D8015)

It is part of the essential battle drills that infantry platoons must train on to ensure success in combat operations. This drill is designed to teach soldiers how to react to aerial threats while dismounted, emphasizing quick and instinctive responses to airborne attacks.
Published: 04/01/26

Updated 03/01/26read more
DEFENSIVE ACTIONS AT NIGHT IN CONDITIONS OF LIMITED VISIBILITY - PART III

Published: 28/12/25

Updated 27/12/25read more
PUT ON A MENACING LOOK: THE STRATEGY OF INTIMIDATION - (Tenth Stategy)


Published: 21/12/25

Updated 20/12/25read more
ACTIONS AT NIGHT IN CONDITIONS OF LIMITED VISIBILITY - PART II

The work of the commander and staff on the preparation of combat (actions) at night and in conditions of limited visibility taking into account the specifics of the dark time.
Published: 14/12/25

Updated 13/12/25read more
ACTIONS AT NIGHT IN CONDITIONS OF LIMITED VISIBILITY - PART I

This manual was developed to assist the commanders of combined arms military units (subunits) in preparing and conducting operations at night and in conditions of limited visibility. These recommendations explain and detail the tactical techniques of night combat, the ability to successfully conduct it in different environments.
Published: 07/12/25

Updated 06/12/25read more
BEAT THE ENEMY WITH HIS OWN WEAPON: COUNTERATTACK STRATEGY (Nineth Strategy)


Published: 30/11/25

Updated 29/11/25read more
TACTICS OF LURING AND CUTTING OFF ENEMY FORCES IN PRE-TARGETED POSITIONS

The tactics of luring and cutting off is one of the key tactical features in maneuverable defense. The task is not just to oppose the enemy, but to force him to enter a place to be destroyed while he still believes that he is winning. It works especially effectively in urban areas, forest stripes, plantings, trench areas and landscape crossings.
Published: 23/11/25

Updated 22/11/25read more
WHY DEMOLITION SKILL IS A MUST-KNOW FOR A DRONE OPERATOR

Modern combat drones, especially FPVs, have become the main tool for pinpoint targeting. But the drone itself is just a carrier platform. The main element is the combat payload that makes the device deadly.
Published: 16/11/25

Updated 15/11/25read more
RECOMMENDATIONS ON THE USE OF MOTORCYCLES IN CONDUCTING ASSAULT OPERATIONS


Published: 09/11/25

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THE DIGITAL WAR" – A NEW REALITY. RUSSIA URGENTLY NEEDS TO ADAPT TO IT

The "Russia in Global Politics" magazine published an article "The Digital War" – a new reality. Russia urgently needs to adapt to it", written by former Chief of the General Staff of the Russian Armed Forces, First Deputy Minister of Defense of the Russian Federation, Army General Yuri Baluyevsky and Director of the Center for Analysis of Strategies and Technologies (CAST) Ruslan Pukhov.

Updated 01/11/25read more