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Underwater mayhem: Countering NATO energy & critical infrastructure threats
Energy & Environment Energy Markets & Governance Europe & Eurasia European Union
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The Next Decade: Shaping the Future of US-ROK Nuclear Cooperation
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US-Turkish relations under the new era
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The latest pieces from EnergySource

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

EnergySource

Apr 23, 2025

Illicit mineral supply chains fuel the DRC’s M23 insurgency 

By Clarkson Kamurai, Brad Handler, and Morgan Bazilian

The illicit trade of mined materials is fueling the M23 insurgency in the eastern Democratic Republic of the Congo (DRC), threatening regional stability and hindering development. As the United States considers a minerals-for-security agreement with the DRC, international engagement, ethical sourcing practices, and strengthened oversight are critical to fostering long-term peace in this resource-rich region.

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In the News

Aug 7, 2024

Webster in The Interpreter: China’s high-stakes diplomacy: Managing Middle Eastern turmoil
China Conflict

New Atlanticist

Aug 7, 2024

How Armenia’s ‘Crossroads for Peace’ plan could transform the South Caucasus

By Sheila Paylan

The initiative could economically benefit the region, reduce Armenia’s dependence on Russia, and promote peace throughout the South Caucasus.

Crisis Management Economy & Business

New Atlanticist

Aug 5, 2024

Behind the market turmoil: Why a bad jobs report and the risk of war are shaking the financial world

By Josh Lipsky

A geopolitical crisis and disappointing economic news at the same time create a haze that can make each situation appear more threatening than it actually is.

Economy & Business Energy & Environment

UkraineAlert

Aug 1, 2024

Europe can do more to help Ukraine counter Russia’s energy attacks

By Aura Sabadus

Russia has destroyed more than half of Ukraine's civilian energy infrastructure with a targeted bombed campaign, leaving Kyiv in desperate need of European support ahead of the coming winter season, writes Aura Sabadus.

Conflict Drones

Atlantic Debrief

Aug 1, 2024

#AtlanticDebrief – Where does Europe stand on the green agenda? | A debrief from Niels Redeker

Carol Schaeffer sits down with Nils Redeker to discuss European voter sentiment on climate policies and the future of the EU’s approach.

Climate Change & Climate Action Energy & Environment

EnergySource

Jul 31, 2024

Pragmatism can improve Mexico’s energy outlook

By David L. Goldwyn and Antonio Ortiz-Mena

Claudia Sheinbaum's victory in Mexico's presidential election marks a crucial juncture for the country’s energy future. Sheinbaum's initial moves are a promising beginning to maximizing Mexico's economic potential, which requires significant clean energy investment.

Energy & Environment Energy Markets & Governance

New Atlanticist

Jul 30, 2024

Dispatch from Rio: Can Brazil set up the G20 leaders’ summit for success?

By Ananya Kumar, Mrugank Bhusari

Brasília has sought to acknowledge fundamental disagreements on geopolitics between some members, and then to sidestep them entirely at the ministerial level. How long can this approach last?

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Balkans Debrief

Jul 30, 2024

#BalkansDebrief – Does the new EU-Serbia lithium deal undermine democracy? A Debrief with Ivan Vejvoda

To discusss the EU's new lithium deal with Serbia, Ivan Vejvoda from the Institute for Human Sciences sits down with Ilva Tare, Nonresident Senior Fellow, for this episode of #BalkansDebrief.

European Union Geopolitics & Energy Security

In the News

Jul 29, 2024

Webster was quoted in Taipei Times on nuclear development in Taiwan
Nuclear Energy Renewables & Advanced Energy

Atlantic Debrief

Jul 29, 2024

#AtlanticDebrief – What is Germany’s approach to climate policy? | A Debrief from Lukas Köhler MdB

Carol Schaeffer sits down with Dr. Lukas Köhler, member of the German Bundestag, to discuss Germany’s approach to climate policy and green energy opportunities.

Climate Change & Climate Action Economy & Business
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Martin Wolf

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Geoffrey Pyatt

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Africa Energy & Environment

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Thomas Storch

Distinguished fellow, N7 Initiative

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Public Event Thu, May 1, 2025 • 1:00 pm ET

Underwater mayhem: Countering NATO energy & critical infrastructure threats
Energy & Environment Energy Markets & Governance Europe & Eurasia European Union
Online Event Mon, June 23, 2025 • 8:00 pm ET

The Next Decade: Shaping the Future of US-ROK Nuclear Cooperation
Energy & Environment Nuclear Energy