In a world moving at breakneck speed Europe cannot afford the comfortable slowness of the previous peacetime era. The cost of slow adaptation to a fast-paced and hostile world could be devastating, writes Nicu Popescu @ecfrpower.bsky.social @ecfreuropeansec.bsky.social https://bit.ly/4p6XIhI

Europe’s strategic reports are filled with urgent calls for speed and agility. But amid fierce global competition, Europe is still lecturing while other major players deliver results, writes Nicu Popescu @ecfreuropeansec.bsky.social https://bit.ly/4p6XIhI

Europe cannot afford the comfortable slowness of the previous peacetime era, writes Nicu Popescu. Survival today is not just about strength but agility. The cost of slow adaptation to a fast-paced and hostile world could be devastating. More below ⬇️ ecfr.eu/article/from...

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The EU’s most pragmatic strategy is to brace for a conflict that could last an additional 2–4 years, writes @abarbashin.bsky.social @ecfreuropeansec.bsky.social https://bit.ly/47qeUbV

Lethargy has become Europe’s strategic flaw, writes Nicu Popescu @ecfreuropeansec.bsky.social https://bit.ly/4p6XIhI

Europeans wasting the next four years hoping that America’s pivot from Europe will disappear into thin air would all but doom Europe’s collective security, write @rafaelloss.bsky.social, Katrine Westgaard and Leoni Habedank @ecfreuropeansec.bsky.social https://bit.ly/48VkNyT

In the face of constant aggression by Russia, Ukrainians are defending their country, but Europe as a whole, says Tristan Aureau from the French Ministry for Europe and Foreign Affairs after a ECFR study trip to Kyiv. @ecfreuropeansec.bsky.social More info here: https://ecfr.eu/europeansecurity/.

Our Visiting Fellow, Leo Litra, urges European leaders at the European Council meeting today to speed up the support for Ukraine. This includes using Russian frozen assets, for example, as a reparation credit, and addressing the topic of sanctions and shadow fleets. @ecfreuropeansec.bsky.social

Yesterday, EU leaders met at the European Council to discuss European defence & the security of Ukraine. Jim O’Brien has just returned from a study trip to Kyiv & explains why we're at a critical diplomatic moment to support the country. @ecfreuropeansec.bsky.social https://ecfr.eu/europeansecurity/

🎧New week, new podcast! This week, @jyshapiro.bsky.social, Jana Kobzova and Jim O'Brien unpack Trump’s sanctions gamble, Europe’s shifting strategy on Russian energy & whether these moves could alter the course of the war. @ecfreuropeansec.bsky.social ecfr.eu/podcasts/epi...

Russia’s recent incursions into NATO airspace are the biggest escalation with the alliance since the cold war. With it, Putin likely hopes to achieve three main goals, writes @rafaelloss.bsky.social @ecfreuropeansec.bsky.social https://bit.ly/4nl9m7P

Today, the EU leaders will also reflect on the drone incursion in Poland. NATO cannot allow airspace violations to go unchallenged and should also consider air defence coverage in western Ukraine, writes @mprochwicz.bsky.social @ecfreuropeansec.bsky.social https://bit.ly/4gmY8NF

NATO and the EU are now taking steps to bolster air defences along their eastern flank. Yet through these successive incursions, Putin has shown he is undeterred, writes @rafaelloss.bsky.social @ecfreuropeansec.bsky.social https://bit.ly/4nl9m7P

🎧 Listen to the new episode of our Ukraine Inside Out podcast This week, our hosts welcomed Lyuba Shupovich and Gustav Gressel to unpack how warfare in Ukraine is changing and if Europe can respond @ecfreuropeansec.bsky.social 🔗 https://bit.ly/4o506Fb

Russia’s recent incursions into NATO airspace are the biggest escalation with the alliance since the cold war. With it, Putin likely hopes to achieve three main goals, writes @rafaelloss.bsky.social @ecfreuropeansec.bsky.social https://bit.ly/4nl9m7P

With less (or no) American capability and capacity, the costs and trade-offs Europeans face are exacerbated, writes @rafaelloss.bsky.social @ecfreuropeansec.bsky.social https://bit.ly/4nl9m7P

Europe should view Moldova as a testing ground for its own resilience, with the election offering Brussels valuable insight into the tactics, tools and impact of Moscow’s operations, write Leo Litra and @gvalodskaite.bsky.social @ecfreuropeansec.bsky.social https://bit.ly/4mxkXQ3

Should US–Russia negotiations collapse, Lukashenko’s role would evaporate overnight, his concessions wasted and his standing with Putin damaged, write @kirland.bsky.social and Vasil Navumau https://bit.ly/42jwgnI

The drones were downed, marking the first time a NATO member fired shots during the Ukraine war. It is clear that the alliance’s previous weak responses have only emboldened Russia, writes @mprochwicz.bsky.social @ecfreuropeansec.bsky.social https://bit.ly/4gmY8NF

The NATO response to Russia’s latest violation of Poland airspace shows what collective defence can achieve and is the kind of resolute action the new threat environment demands, writes @mprochwicz.bsky.social @ecfreuropeansec.bsky.social https://bit.ly/4gmY8NF

What can we make of von der Leyen’s first State of the Union address since securing a second term as president? Join our experts online on Thursday to find out! https://bit.ly/41FGP4i

What is the EU’s role in resolving conflicts in occupied territories within eastern candidate countries? Why the EU membership is a powerful incentive for reform and stability? Re-read @teftak.bsky.social and Sergi Kapanadze's policy brief @ecfreuropeansec.bsky.social https://bit.ly/4le7c8m

#Russia will likely try to keep the #Iranian regime weak and out of Western reach, hoping to exploit any deal for its own gains, @kadriliik.bsky.social‬ and @kirland.bsky.social‬ argue in their last commentary. Read it here ⬇️

#EU leaders have to learn lessons from #Ukraine if they want to be truly ready to take responsibility for Europe's security. Read here more about the latest policy brief by Dmytro Kuleba.

@camillegrand.bsky.social‬ @jkobzova.bsky.social‬ and @nicupopescu.bsky.social‬ wrote about the need for Europeans and Ukrainians to draw up a “beyond the horizon” plan for Ukraine in preparation for a potential ceasefire or a peace deal. Read the full policy brief here⬇️ ecfr.eu/publication/...

@ecfr.eu‬ has a new podcast mini-series that brings Ukrainian perspectives to the forefront! In the first episode, hosts Leo Litra and Lesia Ogryzko welcome @wesslau.bsky.social‬ and Volodymyr Yermolenko to explore the roots and evolution of #Ukraine’s remarkable societal resilience.

🚨New policy alert by Lesia Ogryzko🚨 Ukraine's $600 drones caused $7 billion in damages during attacks on Russian military installations. Following the success of this 'bang for your buck' approach, Europe should increase its financial support for Kyiv @ecfrwidereurope.bsky.social Read more 👇

In the past week Ukraine has launched three surprise attacks on Russian military assets inside the country and in occupied Crimea. Ukraine’s allies in Europe should seize the momentum to compel Putin to come to the negotiating table, writes Lesia Ogryzko ⬇️ ecfr.eu/article/maki...

The Arctic is no longer a remote frontier—it is emerging as a key arena in European security. Joana Hosa & Mikhail Komin explore how Russia’s growing ambitions in the region reflect shifting geopolitical dynamics. @ecfrwidereurope.bsky.social‬

In their latest policy brief, @jhosa.bsky.social & Mikhail Komin analyse Russia's ambitions in the Arctic ⬇️ ecfr.eu/publication/...

The Kremlin’s Arctic ambitions have grown further this year. What’s behind Moscow’s strategy beneath the ice? In this new policy brief, @jhosa.bsky.social & Mikhail Komin analyse Russia’s evolving strategy in the region. @ecfrwidereurope.bsky.social‬ bit.ly/4kxdnEw

Armenia and Azerbaijan have never been so close to peace—but bilateral issues and geopolitical complications mean a new escalation is still possible. The EU needs to use what levers it has to help the two countries ensure the former comes to pass. By @dumoulinme.bsky.social ⬇️ ecfr.eu/article/the-...

When Russian military leaders are thought to oppose government policy, the Russian public appear to give them a sympathetic hearing, write Kirill Shamiev, Margarita Zavadskaya & Risa Brooks. @ecfrwidereurope.bsky.social Read their new commentary, here:

Armenia and Azerbaijan have never been so close to peace—but bilateral issues and geopolitical complications mean a new escalation is still possible, writes @dumoulinme.bsky.social @ecfrwidereurope.bsky.social

As Georgia teeters on the brink of authoritarianism, Europe’s fractured resolve risks ceding the south Caucasus to Russian and Chinese influence. But Europeans can halt Georgia's authoritarian turn 👇

Georgia stands at a crossroads. As democratic institutions falter and authoritarianism looms, Europe's response could determine the nation's future. @teftak.bsky.social s latest commentary urges a united European front. @ecfrwidereurope.bsky.social

After my recent trip to #Tbilisi, it’s clear Europe must act fast. The window to support dialogue and halt Georgia’s authoritarian drift is closing. The Weimar Triangle + UK are best placed to lead. My latest for @ecfr.eu

Georgia stands at a crossroads. As democratic institutions falter and authoritarianism looms, Europe's response could determine the nation's future. @teftak.bsky.social latest commentary urges a united European front ⬇️ ecfr.eu/article/a-na...

There is no guarantee of a US backstop, but without robust security guarantees, a lasting peace in Ukraine seems unattainable. Europeans need to work quickly to evolve from being “willing” to “able” to act independently. Latest by Leo Litra ⬇️

Europe must evolve from "willing" to "able" in supporting Ukraine. Leo Litra advocates for a European reassurance force to deter Russian aggression and secure lasting peace.

European boots on the ground in Ukraine seem more likely than ever before—but discussions on the practicalities of such a “reassurance force” are only just starting argues Leo Litra. You can read more here⬇️

Europeans need to work quickly to evolve from being “willing” to “able” to act independently writes Leo Litra in his latest commentary analyzing the European reassurance mission for Ukraine. Read it here 👇

Europe can't afford to be a bystander in Ukraine's fate. In her latest piece, Marie Dumoulin argues that the EU must assert its agency in US-Russia talks to shape a future aligned with European interests.

Time is running out. Europe must step up from 'willing' to 'able'—or risk leaving Ukraine exposed. In his must-read, Leo Litra calls for a European reassurance force to deter Russian aggression.

A series of recent @ecfr.eu commentaries has looked at the issue of European military deployments to Ukraine. The diversity of perspectives we have taken and the different conclusions we have arrived at show why this is such an enriching environment to work in ... 🧵1/5

Deploying a European peacekeeping force in Ukraine might seem like a step toward stability. However, without a comprehensive peace agreement and clear mandates, such a move could entangle Europe in a protracted conflict, writes @kirland.bsky.social @ecfrwidereurope.bsky.social

There is no guarantee of a US backstop, but without robust security guarantees, a lasting peace in Ukraine seems unattainable. Europeans need to work quickly to evolve from being “willing” to “able” to act independently, writes Leo Litra ⬇️

European boots on the ground in Ukraine seem more likely than ever before—but discussions on the practicalities of such a “reassurance force” are only just starting. Leo Litra explores the “what”, “who” and “where” 👇 bit.ly/3EB0ERY