ICDS Tallinn
@icds-tallinn.bsky.social
đ€ 1270
đ„ 201
đ 438
The International Centre for Defence and Security in Tallinn. Regional knowledge hub. www.icds.ee
NATO's deterrence of Russia still works, but to sustain it Europe must invest far more in its own defence. We no longer live in a world where the US sees itself as responsible for upholding global order, security structures, and shared Western values, says Kristi Raik.
@kristiraik.bsky.social
#ERR
loading . . .
Kristi Raik: Europe must now stand up for the security of the continent itself
A world order where the United States sees itself as responsible for maintaining it no longer exists, while Europe must take far greater responsibility for its own security, International Centre for D...
https://news.err.ee/1609897567/kristi-raik-europe-must-now-stand-up-for-the-security-of-the-continent-itself
1 day ago
0
24
6
ICDS wishes everyone a Merry Christmas and a peaceful holiday season, with time for reflection and renewed energy for the year ahead! âš
8 days ago
0
4
0
Russian intelligence services push narratives reflecting their strategic culture, emphasising paranoia about international affairs, moral superiority, and portrayals of the west as irrational and aggressive â themes that echo Soviet-era propaganda. âŹïž
loading . . .
Confronting the Russian Hydra: Continuity and Innovation in the Grey Zone - International Centre for Defence and Security
The major threat to European security today is posed by Russiaâs aggressive foreign policy, enacted in part by its intelligence services.
https://icds.ee/en/confronting-the-russian-hydra-continuity-and-innovation-in-the-grey-zone/
8 days ago
1
4
1
đ Roundtable on Russiaâs Cyber and Disinformation Activities Last week, ICDS hosted a discussion on Russian cyber issues with Prof KĂ©vin Limonier, Morvan Lallouet, and PhD student Olivier Royer. More:
icds.ee/en/roundtabl...
@marpaire.bsky.social
@kevinlimonier.bsky.social
@mlallouet.bsky.social
9 days ago
0
7
1
If Russia cannot rely on disabling its opponent and expects a coordinated response, it is less likely to initiate further aggression. Europe must strengthen ballistic missile defence, but the challenge is formidable. Finn-Niklas BrĂŒnner examines Russiaâs threat and Europeâs defence gaps.
loading . . .
Shielding the Skies: European Ballistic Missile Defence - International Centre for Defence and Security
The conflicts in Ukraine and Israel have showcased the centrality of ballistic missiles in contemporary warfare and the importance of ballistic missile defence (BMD) in enhancing the survivability of ...
https://icds.ee/en/shielding-the-skies-european-ballistic-missile-defence/
9 days ago
0
6
2
As the threat from Russia grows and the US pivots to the Indo-Pacific, Europe must strengthen its ability to counter ballistic-missile coercion. Targeting the archer is more effective than trying to intercept every arrow, writes Finn-Niklas BrĂŒnner.
loading . . .
Shielding the Skies: European Ballistic Missile Defence - International Centre for Defence and Security
The conflicts in Ukraine and Israel have showcased the centrality of ballistic missiles in contemporary warfare and the importance of ballistic missile defence (BMD) in enhancing the survivability of ...
https://icds.ee/en/shielding-the-skies-european-ballistic-missile-defence/
12 days ago
0
3
3
reposted by
ICDS Tallinn
Ivan U. KĆYSZCZ
13 days ago
My 2025 Russia-Africa in review for Riddle Russia:
ridl.io/russia-afric...
loading . . .
Russia-Africa Ties Catch Global Tailwinds in 2025 â Riddle Russia
Ivan U. Klyszcz on Russia â Africa dynamics in 2025
https://ridl.io/russia-africa-ties-catch-global-tailwinds-in-2025/
0
5
3
The major threat to European security today is posed by Russiaâs aggressive foreign policy, partly carried out by its intelligence services. Ivan U. K. Klyszcz & Marek Kohv explored their strategic culture to better understand Russian covert operations and how they may evolve.
@ivanklyszcz.com
loading . . .
Confronting the Russian Hydra: Continuity and Innovation in the Grey Zone - International Centre for Defence and Security
The major threat to European security today is posed by Russiaâs aggressive foreign policy, enacted in part by its intelligence services.
https://icds.ee/en/confronting-the-russian-hydra-continuity-and-innovation-in-the-grey-zone/
14 days ago
1
4
1
reposted by
ICDS Tallinn
Diplomaatia
15 days ago
Ukraina on enneolematult tugeva surve all, et nÔustuda paljuski Venemaa poolt ette kirjutatud rahutingimustega. On selge, et need ei tooks Euroopasse kestlikku ega Ôiglast rahu. On kaalukas nÀdal, kus laual ELi usutavus ja Euroopa julgeolek, kirjutab Kristi Raik.
@kristiraik.bsky.social
loading . . .
NĂ€dal vĂ€lis- ja julgeolekupoliitikas: Otsustav nĂ€dal ja jĂ”upingutused Euroopas, Jermaki lahkumine ja valimisdebatt Ukrainas, vĂ”itlus Vene hĂŒbriidhĂŒdraga â Diplomaatia
Euroopa saatust kujundav nÀdal Kristi Raik, RKK direktor Ukraina on enneolematult tugeva surve all, et nÔustuda paljuski Venemaa poolt ette kirjutatud
https://diplomaatia.ee/nadal-valis-ja-julgeolekupoliitikas-otsustav-nadal-ja-joupingutused-euroopas-jermaki-lahkumine-ja-valimisdebatt-ukrainas-voitlus-vene-hubriidhudraga/
1
3
2
Andriy Yermak effectively engineered a power vertical around Zelensky. Now that he is gone, whether the Presidential Office will reassert manual control over law enforcement and the judiciary depends on Zelenskyâs political will, writes Sanshiro Hosaka.
@sanshiro.bsky.social
loading . . .
Ukraine After Yermak: The End of Power Vertical Built by Zelenskyâs Shadow Man? - International Centre for Defence and Security
Pushed out by the Mindich gate, potentially the biggest corruption scandal in Ukraineâs history, Andrii YermakâZelenskyâs indispensable, all-mighty ally and one of the least trusted political figures ...
https://icds.ee/en/ukraine-after-yermak-the-end-of-power-vertical-built-by-zelenskys-shadow-man/
15 days ago
1
3
1
ICDS was pleased to host a roundtable with Brian Whitmore, Assistant Professor at UT Arlington, Non-Resident Senior Fellow at Atlantic Council, and host of the
@powervertical.bsky.social
podcast. Discussions centred on his upcoming report "Russian Illusions: How the West Lost the Post-Cold War".
16 days ago
0
6
2
reposted by
ICDS Tallinn
REUNIR
16 days ago
On 10 December,
@icds-tallinn.bsky.social
within the
#REUNIR
project, hosted a 2 part event dedicated to the future of EU enlargement, with a focus on Western Balkans & the role of bilateral disputes in the accession process
@horizoneu.bsky.social
Read more:
reunir-horizon.eu/two-part-reu...
0
5
2
"Hybrid and sabotage operations thrive because they exploit and capitalise on ambiguity, surprise, and the seams between civilian and military domains." New report by Ivan U. KĆyszcz and Marek Kohv examines the legacy and future of Russian covert ops.
@ivanklyszcz.com
loading . . .
Confronting the Russian Hydra: Continuity and Innovation in the Grey Zone - International Centre for Defence and Security
The major threat to European security today is posed by Russiaâs aggressive foreign policy, enacted in part by its intelligence services. This report draws attention to the servicesâ strategic culture...
https://icds.ee/en/confronting-the-russian-hydra-continuity-and-innovation-in-the-grey-zone/
16 days ago
0
5
5
If Germany is to meet its combat-readiness targets by 2029 and transform the Bundeswehr into Europeâs strongest army by 2035, consensus and swift decisions are essential, write Felix Gasper and Prannavan Surendran.
loading . . .
Pretence or Preparedness? Germany`s New Military Service - International Centre for Defence and Security
Germany has pledged to make the Bundeswehr the strongest conventional army in Europe. As part of this effort, the Bundestag has passed a law on a newâand already controversialâmilitary service model. ...
https://icds.ee/en/pretence-or-preparedness-germanys-new-military-service/
17 days ago
0
4
0
Germany has pledged to make the Bundeswehr the strongest conventional army in Europe. Felix Gasper and Prannavan Surendran take a look at what Germanyâs game plan has been so far and how the country is implementing the new military service model.
loading . . .
Pretence or Preparedness? Germany`s New Military Service - International Centre for Defence and Security
Germany has pledged to make the Bundeswehr the strongest conventional army in Europe. As part of this effort, the Bundestag has passed a law on a newâand already controversialâmilitary service model. ...
https://icds.ee/en/pretence-or-preparedness-germanys-new-military-service/
20 days ago
0
4
2
While the US remains an indispensable ally, the common ground holding the alliance together has grown thin. For Estonian foreign policy, this marks the most challenging period since the restoration of independence, writes Kristi Raik.
@kristiraik.bsky.social
@diplomaatia.bsky.social
loading . . .
Kristi Raik: Estonian foreign policy face-to-face with altered allied relations
The United States' new security strategy confirms that transatlantic relations have fundamentally changed. While the U.S. remains an indispensable ally, the common ground holding the alliance together...
https://news.err.ee/1609880572/kristi-raik-estonian-foreign-policy-face-to-face-with-altered-allied-relations
21 days ago
0
4
0
đđđđąđ§đđ«: đđ«đąđđąđđđ„ đđ§đđđ«đ°đđđđ« đđ§đđ«đđŹđđ«đźđđđźđ«đ đđđđźđ«đąđđČ đđ§đ đđ«đšđđđđđąđšđ§ đąđ§ đđđ©đđ§ đđ§đ đąđ§ đđĄđ đđšđ«đđąđ-đđđ„đđąđ đđđ đąđšđ§: đđĄđđ«đđ đđĄđđ„đ„đđ§đ đđŹ, đđšđąđ§đ đđđŹđŹđšđ§đŹ ICDS hosted a virtual panel discussion with Estonian and Japanese experts on the strategies and techniques used by revisionist actors. âŹïž
loading . . .
Webinar: Critical Underwater Infrastructure Security & Protection in Japan & Nordic-Baltic Region
YouTube video by International Centre for Defence and Security
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=mWo-uGwG5dA
21 days ago
0
3
0
reposted by
ICDS Tallinn
Diplomaatia
22 days ago
VĂ€rske julgeolekustrateegia valguses peavad eurooplased kĂŒsima, kas Ameerika Ăhendriikide ametnikega ĂŒhe laua taga istudes kohtutakse liitlaste vĂ”i vastaspoolega. USA julgeolekustrateegiast paistab selge kavatsus mĂ”jutada Euroopa sisepoliitikat, kirjutab Tauno TĂ”hk.
@toehk.bsky.social
loading . . .
USA uus julgeolekustrateegia: liitlane vĂ”i vĂ€lismĂ”jutaja? â Diplomaatia
Ăks mĂ€rkimisvÀÀrseimaid punkte uues USA rahvusliku julgeoleku strateegias Euroopa ja Eesti jaoks on USA selge kavatsus hakata mĂ”jutama Euroopa riikide sisepoliitikat, ÔÔnestamaks nende koostööd Euroop...
https://diplomaatia.ee/usa-uus-julgeolekustrateegia-liitlane-voi-valismojutaja/
0
5
2
reposted by
ICDS Tallinn
Diplomaatia
22 days ago
Venemaa ambitsioonid ei vaibu pelgalt seetÔttu, et vÀlised tegurid eelistavad stabiilsust. TÔhus heidutus nÔuab realismi, mitte oletusi, kirjutab endine NATO abipeasekretÀr David Cattler
@icds-tallinn.bsky.social
uudiskirjas.
loading . . .
NĂ€dal vĂ€lis- ja julgeolekupoliitikas: USA julgeolekustrateegia, tahtekoalitsioon, Ukraina lapsed ja teadusjulgeolek â Diplomaatia
Rahvusvahelise Kaitseuuringute Keskuse (RKK) 2025. aasta 50. nĂ€dala uudiskiri. RKK teadurid kommenteerivad olulisi sĂŒndmusi ja suundumusi vĂ€lispoliitikas ja julgeolekuvaldkonnas.
https://diplomaatia.ee/nadal-valis-ja-julgeolekupoliitikas-usa-julgeolekustrateegia-tahtekoalitsioon-ukraina-lapsed-ja-teadusjulgeolek/
1
2
2
"The document will be read in Washington as pragmatic. In Europe, it lands as a strategic inflexion point." The new US National Security Strategy marks a decisive shift in Washingtonâs approach to Europe, writes David Cattler.
loading . . .
What the New US National Security Strategy Really Signals for Europe - International Centre for Defence and Security
The new US National Security Strategy marks a decisive shift in Washingtonâs approach to Europe. While reaffirming the importance of transatlantic ties, it reframes Russia, accelerates expectations of...
https://icds.ee/en/what-the-new-us-national-security-strategy-really-signals-for-europe/
23 days ago
0
3
3
reposted by
ICDS Tallinn
Diplomaatia
23 days ago
USA uus julgeolekustrateegia kinnitab, et transatlantilised suhted on olemuslikult muutunud ja allianssi kooshoidev ĂŒhisosa on jÀÀnud Ă”hukeseks. Eesti vĂ€lispoliitikal on kĂ€es kĂ”ige keerulisem aeg peale taasiseseisvumist, kirjutab
@kristiraik.bsky.social
.
loading . . .
Eesti vĂ€lispoliitika silmitsi muutunud liitlassuhtega â Diplomaatia
USA vĂ€rske julgeolekustrateegia kinnitab, et transatlantilised suhted on olemuslikult muutunud. USA on endiselt asendamatu liitlane, kuid ĂŒhisosa, mis allianssi koos hoiab, on jÀÀnud Ă”hukeseks. Washin...
https://diplomaatia.ee/eesti-valispoliitika-silmitsi-muutunud-liitlassuhtega/
0
10
3
Any erosion of the US and NATO military posture that might result from the
#GPR
(Global Posture Review), from destroyers in Rota to garrisons in Germany and rotational troops in the Baltics, serves as a gift to Russia, writes Will McMillan.
loading . . .
Europe on Trump's Chopping Block - International Centre for Defence and Security
There is little doubt that the upcoming US Global Posture Review will include major troop drawdowns from Europe. But there have been few indications of which units will be affected and where reduction...
https://icds.ee/en/europe-on-trumps-chopping-block/
26 days ago
0
4
0
"If Europe fails to replace US assistance, and if Europe leaves Ukraine to bleed economically and militarily, Moscow will consider its view of a weak Europe as vindicated." âŹïž New
@dgap.org
Policy Brief by Karl-Heinz Kamp,
@kristiraik.bsky.social
, and Carolina Vendil Pallin.
loading . . .
Deterring ÂRussia from Military Aggression Against Europeâs NATO Allies - International Centre for Defence and Security
Russiaâs war on Ukraine and Donald Trumpâs wavering on US Âsecurity commitments for NATO have raised three fundamental questions: How does Moscow perceive Europeâs current ability to counter Russian a...
https://icds.ee/en/deterring-russia-from-military-aggression-against-europes-nato-allies/
28 days ago
0
18
6
Yesterday, Kristi Raik moderated a discussion by the Government Office and the Swedish Psychological Defence Agency on Estoniaâs international reputation and security.
@edwardlucas.bsky.social
, Magnus Hjort, Anna Rudels and Minna-Liina Lind discussed psychological defence and strategic narratives.
29 days ago
0
3
0
ICDS Seminar on Protecting Critical Maritime Infrastructure Lessons Learned: Adapting National Legislations and Defining the Areas of Responsibility - Brig Gen Lenny Hazelbag - Ernest Wiersma - Priit Saar - Dr Alexander Lott Moderated by Helga Kalm
29 days ago
0
7
1
Today, International Centre for Defence and Security (ICDS) and Embassy of the Netherlands in Estonia are hosting a seminar: "Protecting Critical Maritime Infrastructure from Hybrid Threats: Perspectives of the Baltic Sea and the North Sea".
@kristiraik.bsky.social
29 days ago
0
5
2
Brusselsâ idea for an EU-level intelligence âcellâ makes headlines but does not offer solutions. Europeâs problem isnât missing structuresâitâs missing synthesis, integration, and trust. New commentary by our non-resident fellow David Cattler đ
icds.ee/en/the-eus-i...
loading . . .
The EUâs Intelligence Debate: Capability First, Structures Last - International Centre for Defence and Security
Brusselsâ proposal for an EU-level intelligence âcellâ has created headlines but not answers. Europeâs challenge is not the absence of an intelligence structureâit is the absence of synthesis, integr...
https://icds.ee/en/the-eus-intelligence-debate-capability-first-structures-last/
about 1 month ago
0
4
1
"The âwarâ component in the âhybrid warâ has become more pronounced" - this and other insights from a fascinating ICDS and
@globsec.bsky.social
seminar "Hired Hands of Hybrid War: How Crime and Coercion Serve the Kremlin" today đ
icds.ee/en/icds-hybr...
loading . . .
ICDS Hybrid Series: Hired Hands of Hybrid War - International Centre for Defence and Security
On 26 November, the ICDS, in cooperation with GLOBSEC, hosted a public seminar on Hired Hands of Hybrid War: How Crime and Coercion Serve the Kremlin.
https://icds.ee/en/icds-hybrid-series-hired-hands-of-hybrid-war-2/
about 1 month ago
1
4
1
reposted by
ICDS Tallinn
Brian Whitmore
about 1 month ago
Ukraine is facing one of its most perilous moments since the Russian full-scale invasion. On The Power Vertical Podcast this week, I break it down with the always insightful Mike Carpenter and James Sherr
www.powervertical.org/2025/11/21/u...
.
loading . . .
UKRAINEâS PERILOUS MOMENT
powervertical · UKRAINE'S PERILOUS MOMENT The most damaging corruption scandal of Volodymyr Zelenskyâs presidency could not have come at a worse time. Ukrainian anti-corruption agencies âŠ
https://www.powervertical.org/2025/11/21/ukraines-perilous-moment/
2
12
6
The Kremlin has taken a proactive approach to the Red Sea region to further its aggressive foreign policy, undermine what it perceives are western interests, and facilitate its energy trade through the Suez Canal. âŹïž New report by
@ivanklyszcz.com
loading . . .
Russia and the Red Sea since 2022: The Wartime Engagements of an Aspiring Major Power - International Centre for Defence and Security
The Red Sea has become more important to Russia since 2022, as several Russian trade and sanctions evasion routes run through it.
https://icds.ee/en/russia-and-the-red-sea-since-2022-the-wartime-engagements-of-an-aspiring-major-power/
about 1 month ago
0
5
3
reposted by
ICDS Tallinn
Diplomaatia
about 1 month ago
Rindejoont Ukrainas mÀÀrab umbes 20 km sĂŒgavune tapmistsoon, kus otsustavas rollis on droonid ja suurtĂŒkituli. Suur osa kaotustest on droonirĂŒnnakute tagajĂ€rg. Kui varem oli ĂŒlekaal Ukrainal, siis nĂŒĂŒd on jĂ”ud enam-vĂ€hem tasakaalus, kirjutab Marek Kohv RKK nĂ€dalakirjas.
@icds-tallinn.bsky.social
loading . . .
NĂ€dal vĂ€lis- ja julgeolekupoliitikas: NB8 rahutus maailmas, venelased ja viisad, AfD, Ukraina talv â Diplomaatia
Rahvusvahelise Kaitseuuringute Keskuse (RKK) 2025. aasta 47. nĂ€dala uudiskiri. RKK teadurid kommenteerivad olulisi sĂŒndmusi ja suundumusi vĂ€lispoliitikas ja julgeolekuvaldkonnas.
https://diplomaatia.ee/nadal-valis-ja-julgeolekupoliitikas-nb8-rahutus-maailmas-venelased-ja-viisad-afd-ukraina-talv/
1
4
2
Yet another Witkoffâs peace plan rests entirely on Russian ultimatums and would leave Ukraine nearly defenceless against a renewed Russian invasion. The US president continues to pursue a quick deal at any price, writes Igor Gretskiy.
loading . . .
Coercion to Capitulation: The TrumpâPutin Playbook on Ukraine - International Centre for Defence and Security
This week, media reports revealed ongoing, behind-the-scenes contacts between Russian and US representatives, who are allegedly close to agreeing on a 28-point âpeace plan for Ukraine.â Although membe...
https://icds.ee/en/coercion-to-capitulation-the-trump-putin-playbook-on-ukraine/
about 1 month ago
0
6
3
Central Asian countries are increasingly pursuing multi-vector foreign policies and leveraging overlapping spheres of influence to maximise their agency and autonomy. The EU has a chance to build mutually beneficial partnerships, write Sanshiro Hosaka and Toomas Hanso.
@sanshiro.bsky.social
loading . . .
Between Giants: Central Asia Balancing China, Russia, and the Rest - International Centre for Defence and Security
While maintaining traditional ties with Russia, Central Asian states have seen Chinaâs growing economic and security footprint, as well as the increasing role of other powersâor âthe restââsuch as the...
https://icds.ee/en/between-giants-central-asia-balancing-china-russia-and-the-rest/
about 1 month ago
2
3
1
reposted by
ICDS Tallinn
Diplomaatia
about 1 month ago
Kuna normidel pĂ”hinev liberaalne kord on hakanud murenema ning demokraatia on rĂŒnnaku all isegi USA-s, mis seni oli vaba maailma juhtriik, siis lĂ€heb PĂ”hjamaade ja Balti riikide julgeolekumurede lahendamiseks tarvis realistlikumaid meetodeid, kirjutab Kristi Raik.
@kristiraik.bsky.social
loading . . .
NB8: meisterlikud kohanejad rahutus maailmas â Diplomaatia
JĂ€rgmisel aastal on PĂ”hjala ja Balti riikide koostöö ehk NB8 rĂŒhma eesistujaks Eesti. Julgeolekukeskkonna ebastabiilsuse tĂ”ttu on koostöö piirkonna riikide vahel tihedam kui eales varem. SĂŒnged trendi...
https://diplomaatia.ee/nb8-meisterlikud-kohanejad-rahutus-maailmas/
0
3
1
Does Ukraine's future hinge on political change in Russia, as Vladimir Kara-Murza suggests? Or is it Russia's fate that will be determined by the outcome of the war in Ukraine? James Sherr's lecture to the National Academy of the SBU.
loading . . .
The Future of Russia: The Relationship Between External and Internal Change - International Centre for Defence and Security
In a recent statement, the Russian oppositionist, Vladimir Kara-Murza, said that âthe only thing that will bring peace and security to Ukraine is political change in Russia.â My view is the opposite. ...
https://icds.ee/en/the-future-of-russia-the-relationship-between-external-and-internal-change/
about 1 month ago
0
7
2
Dark trends in European security and the global order require small states in the Nordic-Baltic region to adapt, strike a new balance between realism and idealism, and join forces to defend their interests and values, writes Kristi Raik.
@kristiraik.bsky.social
loading . . .
NB8: Masters of Adaptation in a Turbulent World - International Centre for Defence and Security
Next year, Estonia will be acting as chair of the Nordic-Baltic cooperation, known as the NB8 group. It will come at a time when the turbulent security environment has pushed countries in the region t...
https://icds.ee/en/nb8-masters-of-adaptation-in-a-turbulent-world/
about 1 month ago
0
21
9
"To those who say the collapse of Putinism will produce a democratic Russia, we should ask: Why will you succeed today when you failed in the past?" The greatest influence on Russiaâs future will be the outcome of the war in Ukraine. James Sherr's lecture to the National Academy of the SBU
loading . . .
The Future of Russia: The Relationship Between External and Internal Change - International Centre for Defence and Security
In a recent statement, the Russian oppositionist, Vladimir Kara-Murza, said that âthe only thing that will bring peace and security to Ukraine is political change in Russia.â My view is the opposite. ...
https://icds.ee/en/the-future-of-russia-the-relationship-between-external-and-internal-change/
about 2 months ago
0
6
3
Yesterday,
@sanshiro.bsky.social
and Toomas Hanso presented their report "Between Giants: Central Asia Balancing China, Russia, and the Rest" â followed by a discussion with Eka Metreveli and Amb Alex Petriashvili, with Helga Kalm leading the conversation. More:
icds.ee/en/presentat...
about 2 months ago
1
4
0
reposted by
ICDS Tallinn
Diplomaatia
about 2 months ago
InfosÔda ei ole tulevikuoht, vaid praeguse aja otsustav lahinguvÀli. SÔja vÔitmiseks peab lÀÀs lÔpetama kaitses mÀngimise ja haarama initsiatiivi, kirjutab Pekka Kallioniemi RKK nÀdalakirjas.
@icds-tallinn.bsky.social
loading . . .
NĂ€dal vĂ€lis- ja julgeolekupoliitikas: InfosĂ”da, hĂŒbriidrĂŒnnakud, Hiina andmekeskused, Ladina-Ameerika â Diplomaatia
Rahvusvahelise Kaitseuuringute Keskuse (RKK) 2025. aasta 46. nĂ€dala uudiskiri. RKK teadurid kommenteerivad olulisi sĂŒndmusi ja suundumusi vĂ€lispoliitikas ja julgeolekuvaldkonnas.
https://diplomaatia.ee/nadal-valis-ja-julgeolekupoliitikas-infosoda-hubriidrunnakud-hiina-andmekeskused-ladina-ameerika/
1
2
2
"The information war will be won not only by defending our values, but by strategically projecting them into contested information environments." The west must stop playing defence to avoid losing the information war, writes Pekka Kallioniemi.
@vatniksoup.bsky.social
loading . . .
Beyond Defence: A Proactive Strategy for the West in the Information Domain - International Centre for Defence and Security
The information war is not a future threatâit is the defining battlefield of the present.
https://icds.ee/en/beyond-defence-a-proactive-strategy-for-the-west-in-the-information-domain/
about 2 months ago
0
6
3
Beijing's growing compute capacity strengthens its hand in the global AI race â and the west should take note. Toomas Hanso examines Eastern Data Western Compute (EDWC), its roots, role in Chinaâs AI policy, and what it means for its global ambitions.
loading . . .
More Than Meets the AI: Chinaâs Data Centre Strategy - International Centre for Defence and Security
In February 2022, Beijing launched Eastern Data Western Compute (EDWC), a national megaproject to compute data from Chinaâs developed eastern areas in its rural western regions, which enjoy a regional...
https://icds.ee/en/more-than-meets-the-ai-chinas-data-centre-strategy/
about 2 months ago
0
3
1
âŹïž Check out the new report âEurope-Russia: Balance of Powerâ by Ifri, which assesses the evolving power balance between Europe and Russia and highlights the challenges Europe must address by 2030. ICDS was glad to help.
@kristiraik.bsky.social
@ivanklyszcz.com
add a skeleton here at some point
about 2 months ago
0
10
3
Takaichiâs summit with the US President was widely considered as a first major foreign policy trial for the new Prime Ministerâa test she mastered successfully, writes Prannavan Surendran.
loading . . .
Trumpâs Visit to JapanâSakura Trees as a Symbol for New Beginnings? - International Centre for Defence and Security
In Japan, Sakura trees mark the arrival of spring and signify rebirth or renewal. As this cultural symbol, Prime Minister Takaichi Sanae has announced that Japan will gift Sakura trees to the US on th...
https://icds.ee/en/trumps-visit-to-japan-sakura-trees-as-a-symbol-for-new-beginnings/
about 2 months ago
0
2
0
Resilience isnât a destination. Itâs a muscle you exercise every day. Too often, resilience is treated as crisis management rather than a standing posture, writes David Cattler.
loading . . .
Europeâs War and the Baltic Lesson: Building Resilience When the Front Is Everywhere - International Centre for Defence and Security
The frontline has moved. The war is already here, and managing it by financial and policy decisions is no longer enough. To withstand the aggression and win the war, Europe needs cultural and psycholo...
https://icds.ee/en/europes-war-and-the-baltic-lesson-building-resilience-when-the-front-is-everywhere/
about 2 months ago
0
6
0
reposted by
ICDS Tallinn
Diplomaatia
about 2 months ago
KĂ”igile tuttavat tuumaseent, mis tekib siis, kui hiiglasliku plahvatuse tĂ”ttu ĂŒles paisatud rusud tĂ”usevad atmosfÀÀri ĂŒlemise piirini ja seejĂ€rel laiali vajuvad, ei ole nĂ€htud juba 45 aastat. Tony Lawrence kirjutab RKK uudiskirjas tuumakatsetustest.
@icds-tallinn.bsky.social
loading . . .
NĂ€dal vĂ€lis- ja julgeolekupoliitikas: Tuumakatsetused, Euroopa kriisikindlus, Trump Jaapanis, Sahel, Ukraina Ă”ppetunnid Mustal merel â Diplomaatia
Rahvusvahelise Kaitseuuringute Keskuse (RKK) 2025. aasta 45. nĂ€dala uudiskiri. RKK teadurid kommenteerivad olulisi sĂŒndmusi ja suundumusi vĂ€lispoliitikas ja julgeolekuvaldkonnas.
https://diplomaatia.ee/nadal-valis-ja-julgeolekupoliitikas-tuumakatsetused-euroopa-kriisikindlus-trump-jaapanis-sahel-ukraina-oppetunnid-mustal-merel/
1
3
2
Estoniaâs story shows that democracies can adapt faster than they believe, if they treat resilience not as an emergency measure but as second nature, writes David Cattler.
loading . . .
Europeâs War and the Baltic Lesson: Building Resilience When the Front Is Everywhere - International Centre for Defence and Security
The frontline has moved. The war is already here, and managing it by financial and policy decisions is no longer enough. To withstand the aggression and win the war, Europe needs cultural and psycholo...
https://icds.ee/en/europes-war-and-the-baltic-lesson-building-resilience-when-the-front-is-everywhere/
about 2 months ago
0
7
3
reposted by
ICDS Tallinn
Diplomaatia
2 months ago
Venemaa suurim relv on paratamatuse illusioon â usk, et nad suudavad lĂ”putult kannatada ja ohverdada inimelusid oma eesmĂ€rkide nimel. See relv tuleb murda, leiab Postimehe intervjuus RKK koosseisuvĂ€line teadur David Cattler.
@icds-tallinn.bsky.social
loading . . .
INTERVJUU ⟩ USA julgeolekuekspert: Kremli relv on illusioon
Kremli tugevaim relv on illusioon, et Vene inimesed suudavad lĂ”putult kannatada ja Venemaal on lĂ”putult inimressursse, ĂŒtleb USA julgeolekuekspert David Cattler.
https://maailm.postimees.ee/8352751/intervjuu-usa-julgeolekuekspert-kremli-relv-on-illusioon
0
9
4
Europe's struggles in the Sahel reveal deep challenges: weak local buy-in, lack of shared identity, and clashing interests between international actors and Sahelian elites. Eric Hall argues Europe must recalibrate its strategy around realistic goals.
loading . . .
Europeâs Forthcoming Sahel Strategy: A Limited Role in a Multipolar Region - International Centre for Defence and Security
Europeâs previous security strategy towards the Sahel region, anchored in French-led operations and EU capacity-building missions, failed to deliver a lasting impact. Ambitions were unrealistic, given...
https://icds.ee/en/europes-forthcoming-sahel-strategy-a-limited-role-in-a-multipolar-region/
2 months ago
0
3
0
Today, ICDS had the honour of hosting Taiwan's Vice Minister of Defense, Mr Alex Po. The seminar compared how Estonia and Taiwan respond to repeated airspace violations and strengthen their airspace sovereignty.
@kristiraik.bsky.social
2 months ago
0
7
0
How can Europe adapt in the Central Sahel? After coups in Mali, Burkina Faso, and Niger, Russiaâs Africa Corps is filling the void. Europeâs role must shift to realistic, limited, and strategic engagement in a multipolar Sahel, writes Eric Hall.
loading . . .
Europeâs Forthcoming Sahel Strategy: A Limited Role in a Multipolar Region - International Centre for Defence and Security
Europeâs previous security strategy towards the Sahel region, anchored in French-led operations and EU capacity-building missions, failed to deliver a lasting impact. Ambitions were unrealistic, given...
https://icds.ee/en/europes-forthcoming-sahel-strategy-a-limited-role-in-a-multipolar-region/
2 months ago
0
2
0
Load more
feeds!
log in