Ukraine War Gives European Defense Union New Urgency
Countries had already been spooked by Donald Trump’s verbal attacks on NATO.
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Finlandization Is Not an Option for Ukraine
Neutrality is neither acceptable to Ukrainians nor enough for Vladimir Putin.
Don’t Pull NATO into the Middle East
Europe is not stepping in to take over the mess Donald Trump has made.
Turkey’s Purchase of a Russian Missile System, Explained
Turkey is going ahead with a deal that its NATO allies have condemned. Why?
Russian Missile Treaty Violation Is a Wake-up Call for Europe
Europe may not want a repeat of the Cold War, but it has to come to terms with reality.
German Policymakers Worry About Losing Afghan Gains
Voters are tired of the war, but policymakers worry about the consequences of withdrawal.
With German Support, A European Army Looks More Likely
Chancellor Angela Merkel joins France’s call for an EU fighting force.
Locating the “Real” Country, Putting Germany First and NATO Solidarity
The small towns and countryside aren’t the “real” country. They’re half the country.
EU Defense Union Worries Americans, Social Democrats Rally the Troops
American officials caution against weakening NATO. Germany’s Social Democrats rally support for another grand coalition.
Brexiteers Without a Plan, Republican Big Spenders
Businesses demand clarity on Brexit. Republicans explode the deficit.
Time Looks Ripe for Japan-NATO Cooperation
There is room for cooperation, although closer relations between Japan and NATO could antagonize China.
Trump Hectors NATO Allies at 9/11 Memorial
The American reminds his allies of their military spending commitments at the worst possible moment.
NATO Throws Austria Under the Bus to Appease Turks
Turkey threatened to blow up NATO’s entire partnership program unless the Austrians were kicked out.
European Military Cooperation Need Not Weaken NATO
European military integration would augment NATO and signal European, in the absence of American, resolve.
What’s Wrong with Trump’s NATO Bill to Germany
The American president mistakes NATO’s 2-percent spending goal for loyalty.