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May 13, 2025

Four energy deals Trump will look to make on his Middle East trip 

By Ellen Wald

Trump’s upcoming trip to the Middle East will focus on advancing energy and commercial agreements, including securing Gulf investments in US manufacturing, increasing US LNG imports, deepening nuclear cooperation with Saudi Arabia, and locking in oil production commitments. These efforts are ultimately aimed at advancing broader geopolitical objectives—countering Russian influence and strengthening US energy dominance.

Energy & Environment
Energy Markets & Governance

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May 9, 2025

Press call: Our experts outline what to expect from Donald Trump’s first major trip abroad during his second presidency

By Atlantic Council

Ahead of US President Donald Trump's visit to the Middle East, the Atlantic Council held a press call on May 9, where experts discussed what to expect from the president's first trip abroad.

Iran
Israel

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May 9, 2025

Economic pulse of the Americas: Latin America and the Caribbean outperforms in imports of US goods

By the Adrienne Arsht Latin America Center

This infographic highlights LAC’s unique role as a high-value market for US products. With strong trade ties and deep supply-chain integration, the region could help the United States advance its economic goals.

Americas
Economy & Business

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May 8, 2025

Full transcript: The 2025 Distinguished Leadership Awards recognize leaders reshaping the global landscape

By Atlantic Council

On May 8, the Atlantic Council honored five visionary leaders along with heroes from Ukraine's fight against Russian aggression.

Politics & Diplomacy
Resilience & Society

EnergySource

May 5, 2025

Make critical mineral spending matter this time  

By Ashley Zumwalt-Forbes

The United States has a crucial opportunity to translate large-scale funding into critical mineral stockpiling and resilient supply chains—but only if Congress structures spending to create durable markets. Without clear demand signals, real commercial offtakes, and price stability, proposed funding risks falling short of delivering on its potential.

Energy & Environment
Energy Markets & Governance

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May 1, 2025

French Foreign Minister Jean-Noël Barrot on US tariffs, European security, and risks from Russia, China, and Iran

By Atlantic Council

At an Atlantic Council Front Page event, Barrot said that if China wants to establish a "trusted relationship" with European countries, "it will have to show also that it takes our security interests into account."

European Union
France

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Apr 30, 2025

Brad Smith outlines Microsoft’s five new commitments for ‘digital stability’ in Europe

By Atlantic Council

At an AC Front Page event in Brussels, the Microsoft vice chair and president said that the company respects European laws, including competition regulations.

Event Recap

Apr 29, 2025

Wargaming the Middle East: How Iran might reshape its Hezbollah proxy playbook

By Maayan Dagan and Luke Wagner

In March 2025, the Scowcroft Middle East Security Initiative at the Atlantic Council hosted a War Game to explore how Iran will shape the future of its proxy strategy, particularly its relationship with Hezbollah.

Conflict
Crisis Management

EnergySource

Apr 29, 2025

Can Nord Stream really rise from the dead? 

By Alan Riley

Despite recent discussions between Moscow and Washington over restarting the Nord Stream pipelines, legal, financial, and political hurdles make reopening them improbable. Multimillion dollar claims against Gazprom along with US stakes in the European LNG market are likely to severely limit support for Russian gas flows to the EU.

Energy & Environment
Energy Markets & Governance

EnergySource

Apr 28, 2025

If Russian gas returns to Europe, it must go through Ukraine

By Sergiy Makogon

The resumption of Russian gas supplies to Europe as part of a potential cease-fire agreement in Ukraine is under discussion, but any such flows would need to transit through Ukraine rather than Nord Stream or other routes. To safeguard regional stability, the EU, Ukraine, and the US must enforce strict safeguards to avoid renewed dependency and prevent Russia from once again weaponizing its energy exports.

Energy & Environment
Energy Markets & Governance
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