RAND analysts outline a scenario for potential conflict between Russia and NATO

Updated 2026-11-12 · told from many outlets at once

Analysts at Rand Europe described a scenario involving a possible war between Russia and NATO in 2030. The report suggests the conflict could follow the death of Vladimir Putin from natural causes in January 2027.

The scenario suggests Vladimir Putin dies of natural causes in January 2027 without an heir.
Rand Europe published a report describing a possible scenario of war between Russia and NATO in 2030.

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