Graeme P. Herd

About the Author

Graeme P. Herd is a distinguished scholar and analyst specializing in international security, Russian foreign policy, and strategic studies. With a career spanning academia, think tanks, and advisory roles in Europe and North America, he has dedicated his research to unraveling the complexities of authoritarian regimes and their global implications. Herd's work bridges historical analysis with contemporary geopolitics, offering incisive insights into how imperial legacies shape modern power dynamics. As a prolific author and commentator, he contributes to leading journals and policy forums, influencing debates on Eurasian security and transatlantic relations. His book, Understanding Russian Strategic Behavior: Imperial Strategic Culture and Putin’s Operational Code (Contemporary Security Studies), exemplifies his expertise in decoding the Kremlin's decision-making processes and their impact on world order.