HYBRID WARS WITH THE USE OF “COLOR REVOLUTIONS”

Aim. To discuss the forms of hybrid wars, the main element of which are “color revolutions”. Methodology. In addition to general scientific methods, such as analysis, synthesis, induction and deduction, comparative and systematic approaches and document analysis were also used. Results. The examples of the Republic of Belarus, Bolivia, Venezuela and Ukraine show the use of means and methods of hybrid warfare, the core of which are the “color revolutions”. It has been established that “color revolutions” can be integrated with other types of coups d’etat. It has been revealed that the technologies and methods of “color revolutions” are highly adaptive and are constantly being improved, therefore, the potential of “color revolutions” has not been exhausted. Research implications. The problematics of hybrid wars using “color revolutions” is updated. The results of the study can be used in the training of personnel in government agencies responsible for the national security of the Russian Federation.