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Statement on Russia’s Invasion of Ukraine

Today, we join those calling for Russia to end its aggression in Ukraine and withdraw its troops immediately.

Russian Aggression Toward Ukraine: Cyber Threats

FEBRUARY 18, 2022 – Three decades after the fall of the Soviet Union, Russian troops stand at the border of Ukraine in a pivotal moment for the young democracy. Meanwhile, governments, industry, and the public brace for potential escalation at the border—and the keyboard. In this session, leading intelligence and security experts will discuss how a cyber conflict might unfold and what it might mean for Ukraine—and the world.

Russia in the Gray Zone

A significant number of the Kremlin’s tactics fall in the space between routine statecraft and direct and open warfare.

Police cordon near Bolotnaya square, Russia

The US Faces Cyber Threats on Multiple Fronts of Infrastructure

Aspen Security Forum scholar Bishop Garrison explains the multiple angles from which American cybersecurity is at risk.

A man sits at a computer in a server room looking at lines of code.

Understanding the Relationship Between Russia and Syria

Aspen Security Forum Scholar Alexandra Roberts explains how to interpret the dynamics between Russia and Syria.

St. Basil's Cathedral on the Red Square in Moscow, covered in snow.

Highlights from the 2018 Aspen Security Forum

Present and prior leaders in security and defense discuss modern emerging threats and foreign relations. Conversations center around Russia, China, North Korea, and Iran.

Aspen Security Forum 2018

Hackers, Hecklers, and Honeypots: The ongoing threat from Russia — and from Inside the US

Russia remains a dangerous adversary, but many of our problems started right at home.

Mike Pompeo: The View from Langley

In a wide-ranging conversation from the 2017 Aspen Security Forum, CIA Director Mike Pompeo speaks with columnist Bret Stephens of the New York Times.

National Intelligence Should Not Be Ignored

Donald Trump should trust our intelligence community.

American Cybersecurity Experts: ‘No Trespassing’

What role should cyber tools play in securing the nation?