Lithuania’s Presidential Election Is Boring — And That’s Fine
Lithuanians aren’t buying into unrealistic promises.
Baltics
Estonia’s President Sends Wrong Message Meeting Putin
Kersti Kaljulaid breaks with the Baltic policy not legitimizing Russia’s aggression.
Baltic States Have Most to Fear from Trump Victory
The three Baltic republics rely on the NATO security commitment Donald Trump has called into question.
United States Deploy Artillery, Tanks to Eastern Europe
The permanent deployment of heavy equipment is meant to reassure NATO allies from the former East Bloc.
North Europe Deepens Defense Cooperation Against Russia
Britain, the Baltic and Nordic countries step up intelligence sharing and ccross-border air force training.
Estonian Border City Putin’s Likeliest Next Target
The Estonian city of Narva is more likely to be the “next Crimea” than Moldova’s Transnistria.
Lithuania, Poland to Revive Military Brigade with Ukraine
Russia’s annexation of Ukraine’s Crimea prompts the three former Soviet satellite states into action.
The Curious Case of Estonia: Where Austerity Works
After a deep contraction, one small Baltic nation cuts spending and wages to regain competitiveness.
Is Austerity Failing?
Paul Krugman doesn’t tell the whole story when he points at Greece to argue against spending cuts.
Cameron Brings Northern Europe Together
“Right across the north of Europe there stretches an alliance of common interests,” said the British prime minister.
Estonia Prepares to Join the Eurozone
At a time of considerable upheaval in the eurozone, one small Baltic nation remains anxious to join the currency union.