Ethnic Conflict in Kosovo: Cutting the Gordian Knot
In the appallingly complicated politics of the western Balkans, one thing at least is abundantly clear: that without the presence of Western troops, and...
European Security Conundrum: Between ‘Strategic Autonomy’ and Alliance
The issue of European security is often misunderstood because it covers multiple realities. Guaranteeing Europe’s security means preparing for an attack on its territory,...
Next NATO chief? Danish leader’s DC invite prompts speculation
Mette Frederiksen fits several criteria NATO allies want in their next leader, but she’ll also need Washington’s blessing. Danish Prime Minister Mette Frederiksen has...
A Ceasefire Would Mean Victory for Putin
In Kyiv, defiance is tempered with the depressing reality that the west might not be prepared to let Ukraine win There wasn’t much for...
NATO Set to Open First Asian Office in Japan
TOKYO, May 3 — NATO is planning to open a liaison office in Japan, its first in Asia, to facilitate consultations in the region,...
NATO — The Frenemy Within
During the Cold War, the insider threat to the transatlantic alliance was either infiltration by the Warsaw Pact or some form of theft. The...
Finland joins NATO: What the end of ‘Finlandisation’ means for Russia, West
Finland joined NATO on Tuesday (April 4), marking a definitive shift in Europe’s post World War II alignment and isolating Russia further. To join...
Estonia’s defense minister: Europe should not fear Germany rearming
Estonia’s Minister of Defense Hanno Pevkur in an interview with German weekly “Der Spiegel” renews his demand for Germany to spend more on its...
Most Swiss support closer ties with NATO, survey reveals
Since the outbreak of the war in Ukraine last year, most Swiss now say they want closer ties with NATO – but not membership,...
Why European Defense Still Depends on America
When Russia invaded Ukraine in February 2022, it seemed like a transformational moment for European security. Surely now Europe would finally get its act...