Russia’s war in Ukraine is the most violent and consequential war in Europe since the end of World War II. Its outcome will likely determine the shape of great power competition for the remainder of the 21st century. This special report outlines the variables leading to Russia’s full invasion on…
Committee ReportsUkraine’s reconstruction will not simply be essential for Ukraine. It will, in fact, be critical to reinforcing Europe’s security architecture and its democratic way of life. Indeed, European peace, security and economic vitality ultimately require a sovereign, democratic, and prosperous Ukraine…
Committee ReportsRussian disinformation poses a serious threat to the security and democracy of Euro-Atlantic area countries. By eroding the distinction between reality and fiction, the Kremlin and its supporters seek to amplify societal divisions and destabilise Allied and partner states. They also seek to…
Committee ReportsIf Putin’s Russia manages to achieve some of its objectives in Ukraine by the use of brutal force, it could de facto upend the post-WWII world order, based on the UN Charter and a network of international conventions and institutions. A much more volatile Europe with few, if any, universally agreed…
Committee ReportsRussia’s invasion of Ukraine unleashed the most violent and consequential conventional war on the European continent since World War II. The war sent immediate shockwaves that continue to resonate along the Alliance’s eastern flank, from the High North down to the Black and Mediterranean Seas. The…
Committee ReportsThe roles of Robotics and Autonomous Systems (RAS) for military forces are steadily growing. While their integration into existing military force structures remains an issue, they will be crucial for the development of future military capabilities. Uncrewed systems may militarise areas that were…
Committee ReportsCritical infrastructure in the maritime domain facilitates the continuous delivery of basic services such as energy and communication, particularly the internet. The importance of these networks has dramatically increased in recent years, yet the responsibilities for protecting and regulating them…
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