Ukraine’s Strategic Defense Bridge to the World
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About Us
The Snake Island Institute is an independent defense analytics and coordination center strengthening strategic partnerships between Ukraine and its western allies in the security sector through:
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ADVOCACY
Building partnerships with foreign decision-makers and amplifying the voice of Ukrainian defenders through advocacy campaigns and visits
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ANALYTICS
Applying battlefield-validated and industry insights to strengthen the understanding and execution of modern warfare
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DEFENSE TECH
Identifying battlefield needs to find, test, and scale defense tech solutions together with partner units
Ukraine’s defense operations are setting new standards in modern military practice.
Every domain of contemporary conflict — air and missile defense, drone warfare, electronic and cyber operations, battlefield logistics, and multi-national coordination, is transformed in Ukraine.
This war extends beyond Ukraine’s borders, carrying worldwide strategic implications.
SII exists to ensure the lessons, innovations, and institutional shifts forged in Ukraine inform and strengthen the broader security architecture shared by the United States, NATO, and other democratic allies.
Our Mission
connect frontline Ukrainian experience with Western strategic thinking
BUILD LASTING PARTNERSHIPS WITH UKRAINE'S WESTERN ALLIES
PREPARE UKRAINE'S AND ITS ALLIES' DEFENSE SECTORS FOR FUTURE CONFLICTS
Snake Island –
the strategic symbol:
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Snake Island, in the Black Sea, commands key maritime routes linking Europe, the Middle East, and the Caucasus. In 2022, when Ukrainian forces refused to surrender there to russian invaders, Snake Island became a global symbol of strength, defiance, and democratic resolve.
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Snake Island also sits at the crossroads of vital trade corridors — a gateway between regions and a pivot point for security in the wider Black Sea.
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Just as Snake Island connects key geographies, SII aligns frontline innovation with global security priorities — turning a moment of defiance into a platform for long-term security partnerships.
In Ukraine:
Individual military units
Relevant ministries and state agencies
Organizations in the defense sector
Defense companies
Universities
THE partners we work with
In the U.S. and Europe:
Political decision-makers
Congress and Senate
Armed Forces
Think tanks
Media
Community and industry leaders
Defense companies
SII Newsletter
What You’ll Receive:
Situational Updates
Research Briefs
Defense Tech Monthly
Technology Integration Reports
Partnership Highlights
Invitations & Events
Contact Us
The Snake Island Institute is an independent defense analytics and coordination center strengthening strategic partnerships between Ukraine and its western allies in the security sector.