Russia’s hybrid war in the Western Balkans in 2026 reflects a mature strategy. Rather than seeking escalation, Moscow seeks position. It is a case study in a long‑term, managed, condition. And, for Moscow, a favourable one. Western Easter is approaching, which in Sweden serves as a reliable signal that spring has finally arrived. At long last. Spring, in turn, marks the moment to sitta på husknuten — an informal Swedish expression referring to sitting by the sun‑facing side of the house and absorbing the first sustained warmth of the season. Having just returned from Serbia, this ritual shall be accompanied by plum brandy. The … Continue reading Stably Unstable: The Architecture of Russia’s Hybrid War in the Western Balkans (2026)