Russia’s nuclear policy has long been shrouded in secrecy. But a newly published presidential decree on nuclear deterrence clarifies some issues while still leaving ample room for speculation.
The political moment might seem propitious for a new Yalta, but such a system is likely to create more problems than it solves
A US withdrawal from the agreement would shift the blame from a non-compliant Moscow onto Washington, fuelling anti-Americanism and, perhaps, calls for a US military withdrawal from Europe
The China-US rivalry is harming an already-fragile international system. Europeans should seek out like-minded allies to act in its defence.
The real test of the EU’s power and its strategic sovereignty will be in how it deals with external problems – not least those in its neighbourhood
The 2020 election will likely determine whether America seeks a deal with Russia to carve up Europe into spheres of influence or launches a new, ideological cold war against the country
Great power rivalry has not abated even amid the coronavirus. To survive the economic conflict between China and the US, Europe must make its preparations now.
European integration was never distinct from, or opposed to, a strong transatlantic relationship or American interests
For Trump, coronavirus could be the right pandemic at the right time – supplying Republicans with the cover to stop voters turning out
The US and the EU could move beyond their persistent regulatory and technological disputes to establish a common position on the digital space