Based on interviews with front-line experts in Ukraine, How to Win the Next Modern War: 12 Lessons from Ukraine by Battle Press reveals the strategies, innovations, and challenges shaping modern warfare. This practical guide distills key lessons for nations preparing to face the complexities of 21st-century conflict, blending real-world examples with forward-looking insights.

The book explores hybrid warfare, highlighting the use of cyberattacks, propaganda, and guerrilla tactics in conflicts like Crimea and Donbas. Drawing on first-hand accounts, it underscores how Ukraine has transformed drone technology into a battlefield game-changer, while also revealing the vulnerabilities of overreliance on high-tech solutions. The book offers fresh perspectives on conducting real-world training simulations.

Civilian partnerships emerge as a powerful yet complex theme. While Ukraine’s integration of civilian efforts—ranging from intelligence sharing to logistics—has strengthened its resistance, the book discusses the challenges of sustaining civilian morale and coordination under prolonged strain.

The book questions traditional Western military thinking, which often struggles to adapt to the fluid, decentralized tactics seen in Ukraine. It emphasizes the importance of adaptability, showing how Ukraine’s creative use of conventional weapons and technology outmaneuvered a larger, better-equipped adversary.

Finally, the book warns against viewing technology as a cure-all. It highlights the need for balanced strategies, blending human ingenuity, robust logistics, and advanced tools to prepare for future wars. Compelling and accessible, this book is a must-read for anyone seeking to understand the evolving nature of modern conflict.