Economic War. Ukraine and the Global Conflict between Russia and the West: Maximilian Hess, London: Hurst & Co., 2023, vii + 320pp., £30.00 h/b.

"Economic War: Ukraine and the Global Conflict between Russia and the West" by Maximilian Hess is a comprehensive analysis of Russia's economic strategies and foreign policy in the context of the conflict with Ukraine. The book explores the economic turmoil between Russia and the West, including Western sanctions and Russia's countermeasures. It also examines the interplay between Russia's economic maneuvers and the dominance of the US dollar as the global reserve currency. The author highlights Russia's efforts to regain economic influence in the post-Soviet region and extend its influence in other regions such as Africa and Latin America. The book also discusses the vulnerabilities of Russia's commodity-reliant economy and the impact of Western sanctions. Overall, "Economic War" provides valuable insights into the complex dynamics of the Russia-West conflict and the global geopolitical landscape. [Extracted from the article]