In a new episode of Russian Roulette, @erep.csis.org welcomes Dr. Sam Greene, professor of Russian politics at King's College London, to discuss the state of Russian public opinion over the war and economy, paranoia in the Kremlin, and more. Listen: https://bit.ly/3RcMw7p

War, Inflation, and Putin's Paranoia: has Russian Public Opinion Begun to Shift? @samagreene.bsky.social joins #RussianRoulette to discuss what the economy, the war, and Putin's growing paranoia say about conditions inside Russia. Tune in below. www.csis.org/podcasts/rus...

"By deepening its own single market & leveraging its extensive network of bilateral agreements, the EU can champion a more resilient, rules-based system that balances strategic autonomy with international cooperation," writes @steinbergf.bsky.social Learn more: www.csis.org/analysis/eur...

In the latest episode of The High Top, Jon B. Alterman is joined by @maxbergmann.bsky.social, Director of @erep.csis.org, to examine how the Iran war is reshaping Europe and the future of transatlantic ties. Watch the conversation here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Uy6V_67D1L4&t=15s

In the latest episode of The Eurofile, @maxbergmann.bsky.social and @donatienneruy.bsky.social discuss the Trump administration’s announced withdrawal of 5,000 troops from Germany while simultaneously delaying a deployment of Tomahawk missiles. More from @erep.csis.org: https://bit.ly/3P95T0k

Beyond problems for oil and gas flows caused by the war in Iran, the wave of protectionism that began on “Liberation Day” is giving rise to a new era of global trade. Learn more about the EU's role in the new trade disorder below. ✍️ @steinbergf.bsky.social www.csis.org/analysis/eur...

Wonderful to have @eribakova.bsky.social back on the #RussianRoulette podcast for a discussion w/me and @maxbergmann.bsky.social about her new great @foreignaffairs.com piece, exploring Ukraine’s defense industry, its potential to bolster Europe’s security, and what could come next. @erep.csis.org

"No democracy is safe from a return to authoritarianism, whether its experience with that system of governance was long ago or within the memories of its middle-aged citizens," write @erep.csis.org and the CSIS Human Rights Initiative. https://bit.ly/48N8l3x

The INSTC has been increasingly prioritized by Russia's political leadership as part of Moscow's long-term diversification away from Europe and toward the Global South. What does it mean for Russia-Iran relations and global trade at large? Read more from @erep.csis.org here: https://bit.ly/4cPk3wA

A pleasure to chat with @maxbergmann.bsky.social about managing the fallout in Europe from higher energy prices stemming from Hormuz.

"[Hungary’s] new ruling party’s coming redemocratization and anticorruption efforts will offer valuable lessons to those trying to reverse authoritarian trends," writes @erep.csis.org expert Donatienne Ruy and Human Rights Initiative Director, Andrew Friedman. Read more: https://bit.ly/48N8l3x

In a new episode of The Eurofile, @erep.csis.org experts Max and Donatienne cover two seismic European election results: Hungary's stunning rejection of Viktor Orbán after 16 years in power, and Bulgaria's eighth election in five years. Listen here: https://bit.ly/4mWEefv

"Nordic countries currently face a strategic paradox: they must embrace NATO's nuclear umbrella, the cornerstone of collective security, precisely when the credibility of the US security guarantee is being questioned," write @erep.csis.org experts. Read more: https://bit.ly/3QBzSyz

The #Eurofile: a stunning end to Orbán's rule, Bulgaria's eighth election in five years, and a conversation with @bmcwilliams.bsky.social about the fallout for European energy of the war in Iran. Tune in below. 🎙️ @maxbergmann.bsky.social @donatienneruy.bsky.social www.csis.org/podcasts/eur...

In a new episode of the Eurofile, @erep.csis.org experts cover Hungary's rejection of Viktor Orbán after 16 years in power, Bulgaria's eighth election in five years, and more. Listen: https://www.csis.org/podcasts/eurofile/end-orban-and-europes-energy-crunch

How can European states support Ukraine militarily without U.S. involvement? @erep.csis.org experts welcomed Eric Ciaramella of the Carnegie Endowment for International Peace to the Russian Roulette podcast to unpack this question. Listen here: https://bit.ly/4rXZQdp

As ties with the West collapsed, the International North-South Transport Corridor gained strategic urgency within Russia’s pivot toward Asia and the Global South and was mentioned more frequently across major official Russian platforms. Read the full @erep.csis.org report: https://bit.ly/4cPk3wA

Nordic countries are rapidly rethinking nuclear deterrence. Longtime champions of disarmament, they now face a stark question: how to secure strategic autonomy as confidence in US security guarantees wavers. Full analysis: www.csis.org/analysis/nor...

Russia and Iran are committed to creating a North-South trade route that could bypass Western sanctions. A new report by @erep.csis.org evaluates this route's potential to reshape the U.S. dominated trade system in the coming decades. Read here: https://bit.ly/4cPk3wA

In our latest @erep.csis.org Russian Roulette episode, together with @maxbergmann.bsky.social, we speak with @juliaioffe.bsky.social Ioffe about her new book, "Motherland," which is a fascinating history of feminism and the role of women in Soviet and Russian society.

New comprehensive analysis explores how Russian and Iranian aspirations for North–South trade fits into Russia's grand strategy and the Kremlin's push to expand its economic ties with the Global South. ✍️ @msnegovaya.bsky.social @nicholasfenton.bsky.social + Tina Dolbaia www.csis.org/analysis/res...

"If the current conflict with Iran does not result in fundamental regime change, the strategic interests of the Russian and the Iranian governments in developing alternative trade routes that bypass the West are likely to remain largely unaltered." Full report below. www.csis.org/analysis/res...

New report from me, @msnegovaya.bsky.social, and Tina Dolbaia for @erep.csis.org on the International North-South Transport Corridor (INSTC). We discuss how the route fits into Russia's grand strategy and push to expand its economic ties with the Global South. www.csis.org/analysis/res...

We have just released a new @erep.csis.org report "Resilience Through Linkage: Russia, Iran, and Aspirations for North–South Trade": www.csis.org/analysis/res..., one of the first detailed analyses of the INSTC, a sanctions-resistant alternative to existing routes. Please read, comment and share!

"For both Russia and Iran, the corridor could provide additional economic growth, international influence, and a critical infrastructure network less exposed to the impact of Western sanctions," write @msnegovaya.bsky.social Tina Dolbaia, and @nicholasfenton.bsky.social www.csis.org/analysis/res...

Our latest analysis identifies a clear Russian and Iranian commitment to creating a trade route designed to bypass Western sanctions and reshape the US-led global trade system. Read the full report below. www.csis.org/analysis/res...

NEW: @juliaioffe.bsky.social sits down with @maxbergmann.bsky.social + @msnegovaya.bsky.social to discuss her new book — which tells the story of modern Russia through the history of its women, from revolution to utopia to autocracy. Listen to #RussianRoulette below: www.csis.org/podcasts/rus...

Prime Minister Victor Orban lost the Hungarian elections after 16 years in power. @erep.csis.org's Donatienne Ruy joins @willtodman.bsky.social to discuss what this means for Hungary’s relationship with the EU, and whether this will be a game-changer for Europe. Listen: https://bit.ly/4dKJMaE

The MATCH Act underscores a growing bipartisan effort in Washington to curb Chinese advanced technology capabilities — but introduces serious questions for European allies and the transatlantic relationship. ✍️ Emily Benson + @lexi-linafelter.bsky.social www.csis.org/analysis/new...

Transatlantic Cohesion Under Pressure: unintended consequences of the U.S.-Iran conflict for defense and security As the U.S. remains focused on the conflict in Iran, Dr. Jon Burchell joins joins @csis.org experts to discuss key questions emerging for Europe. www.csis.org/analysis/wha...

Decarbonization is no longer just a climate goal in Europe––it's a security imperative. New analysis by @erep.csis.org's @maxbergmann.bsky.social and @steinbergf.bsky.social call upon the EU to take bold economic action in the face of the war in Iran. Read here: www.csis.org/analysis/eur...

With polls opening for Hungary's high-stakes election on April 12, @erep.csis.org expert @donatienneruy.bsky.social offers four scenarios that could unfold as the nation decides its path forward. Read: www.csis.org/analysis/wha...

In a new episode of The Eurofile, @erep.csis.org experts discuss the Iran war's economic costs for Europe, this week’s Hungarian election, and more. Listen: https://www.csis.org/podcasts/eurofile/iran-war-fallout-and-hungarys-pivotal-election

As the war in Iran disrupts global energy markets, Europe cannot afford to wait. A bold, collectively financed response is critical to accelerate electrification, support Ukraine, and build a true European energy union. ✍️ @maxbergmann.bsky.social @steinbergf.bsky.social www.csis.org/analysis/eur...

In a recent episode of Russian Roulette, @erep.csis.org experts Max and Maria are joined by Hanna Notte and Janis Kluge for a deep dive on how the Iran war and turmoil in global energy markets continue to impact Russian foreign policy. Listen here: https://bit.ly/4sWFj9x

How are the war in Iran and fluctuating oil markets reshaping Moscow's foreign policy? @hannanotte.bsky.social and @jakluge.de are back for a deep dive into the ripple effects. Listen to #RussianRoulette below. 🎙️ @maxbergmann.bsky.social @msnegovaya.bsky.social www.csis.org/podcasts/rus...

"Hungary’s election is so critical because Orbán has been allowed to hollow out the country’s democracy for 16 years while his European counterparts offered mild responses—when they offered any at all." Full analysis by @donatienneruy.bsky.social below: www.csis.org/analysis/wha...

With polls opening for Hungary's high-stakes election on April 12, @erep.csis.org expert Donatienne Ruy offers four scenarios that could unfold as the nation decides its path forward. Read: https://www.csis.org/analysis/what-happens-after-hungarys-election-four-scenarios-watch

Previewing Hungary’s upcoming elections: will Orbán be defeated? @zecsaky.bsky.social joins the #Eurofile to outline what election results could mean for Hungary and for Europe. Full conversation with @maxbergmann.bsky.social + @donatienneruy.bsky.social 👇 www.csis.org/podcasts/eur...

In a new episode of Russian Roulette, @erep.csis.org dives into how the Iran war and turmoil in global energy markets continues to impact Russian foreign policy. Listen: https://www.csis.org/podcasts/russian-roulette/how-iran-war-and-price-oil-impact-kremlins-calculus

Previewing Hungary’s upcoming elections: will Orbán be defeated? @zecsaky.bsky.social joins the #Eurofile to outline what election results could mean for Hungary and for Europe. Full conversation with @maxbergmann.bsky.social + @donatienneruy.bsky.social 👇 www.csis.org/podcasts/eur...

[email protected] had a great conversation with @hannanotte.bsky.social and @jakluge.de on about how Russia is impacted by the war in Iran, and what ongoing turmoil in Russian oil markets means for Russia's economy, and war effort in Ukraine. Listen today! @erep.csis.org

Hungary’s election could mark a democratic turning point—or trigger a crisis: concession, gray zone tactics, or outright contestation. New analysis by @donatienneruy.bsky.social outlines four scenarios and the stakes for Hungary and Europe. www.csis.org/analysis/wha...

European production is not a divergence from U.S. interests but a prerequisite for burden shifting in which Europe takes more responsibility for its own defense and pressure on depleted U.S. stockpiles is relieved. ✍️ Analysis by @maxbergmann.bsky.social @ottosvendsen.bsky.social + Jon Burchell:

"The Iran war has made abundantly clear that demand for U.S. production has increased dramatically and that the United States will not be able to meet it, leaving Ukraine and Europe increasingly vulnerable," writes @erep.csis.org experts. Learn more: https://bit.ly/4taDYLO

"Europe proved remarkably resilient during the 2022 energy crisis, but navigating this new era of global instability requires moving from ad hoc, national-level mitigation to bold, collectively financed action," writes @erep.csis.org. Read more: https://bit.ly/4bLo9pa

Operation Epic Fury is draining the air defense interceptors Europe desperately needs — for Ukraine and its own long-term security. This looming supply crisis demands a European answer, write @maxbergmann.bsky.social Jon Burchell + @ottosvendsen.bsky.social. Learn more: www.csis.org/analysis/eur...

What would a withdrawal of U.S. support look like for Europe's ability to defend itself? @maxbergmann.bsky.social discusses the role of the U.S. in European defense, the risks of a significant American drawdown, and what Europe must do to fill the gaps. www.youtube.com/watch?v=RhQj...

NEW: @teresaribera.ec.europa.eu––VP of the European Commission for a Clean, Just and Competitive Transition—joined the #Eurofile podcast to discuss the EU's economic and climate agenda. Tune in below. 🎙️ @maxbergmann.bsky.social + @donatienneruy.bsky.social www.csis.org/podcasts/eur...

The EU will be heavily impacted by the disruption of energy flows from the war in Iran. In a new analysis, experts from @erep.csis.org offer key suggestions for how to respond. Read: https://www.csis.org/analysis/europe-needs-bold-economic-action-face-iran-shock