The War in Ukraine IV: From the Fall of Avdiivka to the Invasion of Kursk

The War in Ukraine IV: From the Fall of Avdiivka to the Invasion of Kursk is a detailed historical analysis and continuation of the ongoing conflict in Ukraine, co-edited by Beatriz Cózar Murillo and Gonzalo M. Vallejo Quevedo. This is the fourth volume in a respected series examining the geopolitical, military, and social developments of the war that began in 2022.

Covering the period after three years of invasion, this volume explores how the conflict evolved with Russia gaining positional advantages on the battlefield, even if broad territorial gains were limited. The authors analyze the strategic shift toward long-range precision weapons, the rising costs of the conflict to both sides, and how Ukraine’s efforts — including offensive actions into Russian territory such as the region of Kursk — have tried to offset defensive setbacks following major battles like those at Bakhmut and Avdiivka.

Beyond the military narrative, the book also tackles political and economic dimensions: the resilience of the Russian economy under sanctions, the strain on Western allies’ support systems, and the broader implications for global politics. It discusses how wartime fatigue, shifting alliances, and strategic calculations have shaped both domestic and international responses to the long-running conflict.

Written for scholars, students, policymakers, and general readers interested in contemporary international relations and conflict studies, this volume provides a data-driven and richly contextualized account of the war’s fourth year. Its clear narrative and analytical depth make it a valuable resource for understanding one of the most consequential geopolitical events of the early 21st century.