Combine to survive: The European defence sector on the threshold
The EU should help private companies become more competitive through defence technology-guided industrial policy
European Security Initiative
The four pillars of European defence
For too long, Europeans have neglected their defence infrastructure. With the threat of Russia looming, policymakers should consider four ways to present a strong, unified front
Live Oak reloaded: How Europe can operationalise a military presence in Ukraine
Washington is winding down its European security contributions and backing away from Ukraine. Europeans could learn from history as they wrestle with deploying a military presence to deter future Russian aggression
Disdain for Ukraine: How Europeans can support Zelensky against Trump’s cuts
The Trump administration has withdrawn all military aid for Ukraine. Europeans can fill the void—but they need to act fast
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European Power
From water to airspace – Geopolitical tensions and security infrastructures: what role for Europe
ECFR is organizing a series of closed-door workshops in the framework of the project “Towards an Open, Free and Global Internet” funded by Fondazione Compagnia di San Paolo and in partnership with Italian foreign policy magazine Formiche. After a first meeting on the content layer of the internet, which was held in Rome…
How to prevent the next war in Europe: A five-point plan
Europe and Ukraine are on the brink of disaster. An emergency programme is needed that relieves the US, strengthens Ukraine—and prevents the war from spreading. This is what it could look like
Behind the times: Waiting for the Polish Zeitenwende
The United States’ new attitude to European security undercuts Poland’s long-held Atlanticism—meaning Warsaw must surely recalibrate its own policy
Europeans, face facts: Trump is all too predictable
Donald Trump’s second presidency has got off to a shocking start. Europeans leaders need to drop the “unpredictability” façade and double down on support for Ukraine
Northern lights: How a Nordic-Baltic coalition of the willing can do even more for Ukraine
The NB8 countries are some of Ukraine’s most steadfast supporters. Amid shifting transatlantic politics, their role in strengthening Ukraine’s defence is set to become increasingly vital
Live from the Munich Security Conference: Europe’s wake-up call
In Munich, Mark Leonard welcomes Ulrike Franke, Camille Grand, Janka Oertel and Jana Puglierin to unpack this year’s security conference