8:26 opinionMark Urban examines what Russia’s military capacity could look like after the Ukraine conflict. The country has sustained heavy losses — up to 250,000 soldiers are estimated to have been killed, including more than 7,000 officers — but its arms industry continues to rapidly expand production. Assessments suggest Russia could reconstitute its forces between 2026 and 2029. Urban explores the strategic implications of a rebuilt Russian military on Nato’s borders and what officials describe as “a very big Russia problem” ahead.

Source: The Times January 18, 2026 10:05 UTC