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Is British European Membership in America’s Interest?

The United States should rather have the continent divided than united against it.

Nick OttensNick OttensJanuary 16, 2013October 24, 2019

Don’t Turn NATO Into “GloboCop”

Narrowing the alliance’s focus to maintaining stability in Europe will ensure that the West sticks together.

Greg LawsonGreg R. LawsonMay 19, 2012December 27, 2019

American, British Navies Explore Carrier Cooperation

The two Atlantic navies intend to work together in developing the next generation of aircraft carriers.

James PritchettJames R. PritchettJanuary 14, 2012October 24, 2019

American Military Presence in Europe Unlikely to “Evolve”

Europe won’t fend for itself so long as the Americans retain a military presence.

Nick OttensNick OttensJanuary 12, 2012November 26, 2021

As Gaddafi Falls, NATO’s Ambitions Narrow

The divisions among allied nations about the intervention may herald changes in how NATO operates.

Nick OttensNick OttensAugust 22, 2011July 2, 2020

Discord Characterizes American-German Relations

Angela Merkel visits the United States at a time of considerable differences in a vital transatlantic relationship.

Nick OttensNick OttensJune 7, 2011October 24, 2019

Obama’s European Honeymoon is Over

For all the admiration that befell the American president, European governments are largely disillusioned.

Nick OttensNick OttensMay 26, 2011April 24, 2016

America, Britain Remain “Essential,” Says Obama

The “special relationship” may not be so special anymore but Anglo-American leadership remains essential.

Nick OttensNick OttensMay 25, 2011October 24, 2019

America’s Tripolar Approach to Europe

Robert Kaplan argues American policy in Europe should prioritize France, Germany and Poland.

Nick OttensNick OttensMarch 3, 2011November 10, 2021

Washington Shouldn’t Want a United Europe

Once Europe adopts a common foreign policy, America could no longer take advantage of internal division.

Nick OttensNick OttensJuly 30, 2010December 27, 2019

Cameron on the Special Relationship

The British leader dismisses his nation’s endless preoccupation with the health of the transatlantic relationship.

Nick OttensNick OttensJuly 21, 2010October 24, 2019

Are We Still Friends?

Doubts about President Barack Obama’s commitment to the old continent are growing.

Nick OttensNick OttensJuly 19, 2010April 24, 2016

A Little Atlantic Discord

President Barack Obama snubs Europeans by skipping a summit.

Nick OttensNick OttensFebruary 3, 2010November 10, 2021

Obama Last Transatlanticist?

Fears of Barack Obama neglecting Europe in favor of the Far East seem exaggerated.

Nick OttensNick OttensDecember 10, 2009October 24, 2019

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