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The crisis of European security: What Europeans think about the war in Ukraine
Europeans are united around three key ideas about the war in Ukraine. The crisis will likely test their readiness to defend the European security order.
- Wider Europe
War of obsession: Why Putin is risking Russia’s future
The invasion marks the beginning of a new era for not just the European security order but also Russian society
- Wider Europe
Signal and noise: What Russia’s nuclear threat means for Europe
The Kremlin instrumentalises fear of nuclear war to make others bow to its ambitions. The West and Russia have often supported different factions in conflicts without sliding into a nuclear conflict.
- ECFR Council
Europeans #StandwithUkraine
We, the undersigned, Europeans from all over our continent who are members of the European Council on Foreign Relations, stand resolutely in solidarity with the people of Ukraine
Russia attacks Ukraine
With the massive attack against Ukraine, Russia's President Putin has started a full-scale war against an independent country. The European Council on Foreign Relations will explore the crisis as it unfolds, focusing in on Europe's political, economic and military response.
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The revolution in defence funding and energy policy that Germany recently announced should be accompanied by an intellectual awakening
Give and tech: How technology sanctions can help counter the threat from Russia
Technological sovereignty matters. Russia will learn this the hard way as Western sanctions block access to the advanced technology its economy needs.
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Sino-Russian relations after the Kremlin’s attack on Ukraine
How is Russia's attack on Ukraine perceived in China? Will Russia and China be joining forces in an ‘alliance of autocracies’? What does Russian and Chinese policymakers planning look like now - and what should Europeans do?
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To prosper and maintain their independence in a world of geopolitical competition, the EU needs to learn to think like a geopolitical power
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The project strives to engage citizens across Europe and generate a wide debate about the purpose of European power in the twenty-first century
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The crisis of European security: What Europeans think about the war in Ukraine
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The revolution in defence funding and energy policy that Germany recently announced should be accompanied by an intellectual awakening
- European Power
Give and tech: How technology sanctions can help counter the threat from Russia
Technological sovereignty matters. Russia will learn this the hard way as Western sanctions block access to the advanced technology its economy needs.
- European Power
The EU’s geo-economic revolution
Europeans have shown unity and decisiveness in countering Russian aggression. But there is still much they should do to adapt to the new geo-economic order.
- Wider Europe
War in Ukraine: A resilience test for European solidarity
Europe has been united in its solidarity with Ukraine. To ensure this continues, the EU needs to support member states through the challenging times ahead and shield them from actors who may wish to sow discord.
- ECFR Council
Promises, promises: The future of the Europe-Africa partnership
The recent summit between the European Union and the African Union raised hopes of genuine cooperation between the sides. A key test of the partnership will be in whether the EU lives up to its promises.
- ECFR Council
The case for green strategic autonomy
The EU should do far more to reduce its dependence on imports of energy and critical raw materials. This would help the union preserve its independence in an increasingly dangerous world.
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If Finland has stopped Stalin, Kiev can stop Putin
Gustav Gressel analyses the conflict in Ukraine and how Kiev could manage to push back the Russian forces and maintain its independence
Germany’s renewed investment in its defense capabilities could also unlock enormous potential for the European Union and the European pillar within NATO
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Law and global order: EU legislation on human rights due diligence
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What Europeans think about the US-China Cold War
A majority of European citizens believe a new cold war with both China and Russia is under way – but they mostly do not think that their own country is involved
Will and intent: The Paris ministerial forum on the Indo-Pacific
Russia’s escalation in Ukraine: Views from Asia
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Health of nations: How Europe can fight future pandemics
The EU should promote a new global compact on health, matching countries’ commitment to surveillance and reporting of pathogens with support for stronger healthcare systems and greater equity in the allocation of countermeasures
How Russia’s war on Ukraine is shaping the French presidential race
First principles: Europe’s founding narrative and the war on Ukraine
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Building security: How Europeans can help reform Libya
Europeans can play a meaningful role in the reform of Libya’s security sector if they adopt a shared strategy and operational principles
The man from Misrata: Why Libya has two prime ministers (again)
Unsettled: The impact of the Russia-Ukraine crisis on the Middle East and North Africa
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It’s complicated: Russia’s tricky relationship with China
The West does not have an opportunity to prompt a policy U-turn in Moscow that divides Russia and China. But it could give Russia space to hedge against China in key areas
First principles: Europe’s founding narrative and the war on Ukraine
The birth of a geopolitical Germany
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First principles: Europe’s founding narrative and the war on Ukraine
Peace, security, and prosperity are at the centre of the European project’s founding narrative. Putin has just reminded us that this narrative is more relevant than ever.