Russo-Ukrainian war: the political economy of the present balance of forces

This paper examines the evolving political economy of the Russo-Ukrainian war.

• From: Foreign, Commonwealth & Development Office
• Published: 14 November 2025

• Country: Ukraine
• Document Type: Research Paper
• Theme: Governance and Conflict
• First published: 22 April 2025
• Authors: Cooper, L.

Abstract

The author argues that despite its asymmetric nature, the conflict has become more balanced due to Ukraine’s institutional resilience and consistent financial support from allies.

This research is supported by the Peace and Conflict Resolution Evidence Platform (PeaceRep).

Citation

Cooper L. ‘Russo-Ukrainian war: the political economy of the present balance of forces’ (PeaceRep Report), PeaceRep: The Peace and Conflict Resolution Evidence Platform, University of Edinburgh, 2025

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Russo-Ukrainian war: the political economy of the present balance of forces

Published 14 November 2025