Chilled ambitions: How the Iran war is foiling Europe’s LNG plans
Iranian strikes on Qatar’s LNG infrastructure are complicating Brussels’ plans to ditch Russian gas, handing Washington and Moscow fresh leverage
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Detecting a “dirty bomb”: How Europeans can combat radiological threats
The Iran war is a reminder Europeans should move quickly to install a monitoring network that could identify a “dirty bomb”
Laying the groundwork: Why EU-Japan industrial relations should begin at the bilateral level
Europe and Japan seek deeper defence-industrial cooperation; but the fragmented EU system is creating challenges. As a first step, Tokyo should establish stronger bilateral partnerships, particularly with Germany and Poland
From good to not good: The impact of the war in Iran on Russia
Russia is reaping the rewards from Trump’s war in Iran, but the benefits will likely not extend beyond the short term. Here’s how Europeans can make the long term arrive more quickly
Amid the mayhem: Three steps for the EU and Turkey to protect their interests
European and Turkish policymakers should take three steps immediately to deliver on their shared interests. This approach could help stabilise their relationship and lay the groundwork for broader engagement
Beyond the Strait of Hormuz: How Europe can safeguard its energy future
Tensions in the Strait of Hormuz are disrupting global energy flows. Europe must overhaul its energy strategy to focus on renewables, LNG, nuclear power and reducing oil dependency—and finally commit to safeguarding its long-term security
The art of the off-ramp: How Europe can pressure Trump to end the war in Iran
As Trump digs his heels into a war with Iran, he faces a growing list of domestic pressures. Europeans can press on these points to push Washington towards a ceasefire
The Gulf on the front line: The end of strategic hedging and new space for Europeans
The war on Iran marks a turning point in the security calculus of the Gulf monarchies. Strategic hedging has failed—and Europeans could become just the reliable partners the monarchies need
War over law: Europe’s unforced errors over the use of force in Iran
Some European leaders’ comments are going even further than overlooking the unlawful nature of the war—and could open the door to a further weakening of the non-aggression principle
Gimme fuel, hold the fire: How Europe can safeguard its energy security against Gulf shocks
The US-Iran war has sent oil prices soaring, testing the EU’s energy resilience despite its light reliance on the Middle East. To manage the impact, EU policymakers should secure shipping lanes, tap strategic reserves and redouble efforts to escape Moscow’s grip