Europe, Russia, and the laws of nature: Importance of the EP election
The outcome of May's European Parliament elections will inform Moscow's understanding of the EU as a political actor on the global stage – but what message will Europe send?
Kadri Liik
Into the jungle
Europeans and Americans are failing to coordinate their Russia policies. At a time when the old world order is disappearing fast, their loss of normative unity may actually be helpful
Nord Stream 2: ECFR opinions
Nord Stream 2 is a contentious project – here, ECFR experts weigh in on the debate with an array of opinions on the topic
On a hot summer’s day in Helsinki
Was Helsinki really a big win for Russia? And defeat for Europe?
The ECFR Power Audits
The four power audits show that Europeans, particularly when working together, retain the capacity to cooperate and compete effectively with all these powers. But they also show that, in each case, Europe is failing to do so.
Will the US and Russia go to war over Syria?
The good news is that neither Washington nor Moscow sees the advantage of a showdown on Syria. The bad news is that the confrontation could still escalate.
And Now What? Russian Foreign Policy in Putin’s Fourth Term
Moscow has undergone a lively debate on the future course of its foreign policy – which may now become obsolete by the poisoning of Sergei Skripal.
Five reasons to support Theresa May’s response to Russia
We do not yet know everything about this crime, so it is wise to leave stronger measures for when we know more
A Macronian message for Putin
Macron has an important opportunity to influence Putin's views on the European Union
What does Russia want?
The nature of the 'Russia challenge' – and how to address it