Politics & Diplomacy

Politics & Diplomacy

Healthy democratic societies are governed through the holding of elections, passage of policies through government institutions, and equal application of the law to all citizens. These activities influence not only the internal decisions of these societies, but also inform the ways countries interact with their regional and global neighbors, whether through direct bilateral ties or encompassed in larger international organizations.

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France Facing its Biggest Threat Since 1945

New Atlanticist
Mar 18, 2025

The Gaza cease-fire is over. What’s next from Israel, Hamas, and the US?

By
Atlantic Council experts

In the early hours of March 18, Israel launched air strikes on Gaza, ending the two-month cease-fire. Atlantic Council experts answer pressing questions about the resumed conflict.

Conflict
Israel

France Facing its Biggest Threat Since 1945

New Atlanticist
Mar 17, 2025

Enough carrots for Putin. For better negotiations, serve ‘maximum pressure’ instead.

By
Benjamin L. Schmitt, Richard L. Morningstar, and Daniel Fried

Since Russia appears content for negotiations to move slowly, the Trump administration should turn up the pressure with new sanctions.

Conflict
Financial Sanctions and Economic Coercion

France Facing its Biggest Threat Since 1945

Issue Brief
Mar 13, 2025

Present without impact? How the Middle East perceives China’s diplomatic engagement

By
Jonathan Fulton

Despite economic advancements and high-profile diplomatic engagements, China’s influence remains largely economic rather than political, Jonathan Fulton argues.

China
Economy & Business

Content

New Atlanticist

Jul 28, 2016

France Facing its Biggest Threat Since 1945

By Ashish Kumar Sen

French ambassador to the United States, Gérard Araud, sees ‘a very dark moment’ for his country France, a victim of terrorist attacks for the past nineteen months, is facing its greatest security challenge since World War II, according to Gérard Araud, France’s ambassador to the United States. “It is a very, very dark moment for […]

European Union France

Trade in Action

Jul 28, 2016

TTIP&TRADE in Action – July 28, 2016

By Global Business & Economics Program

Today will be the last edition of our newsletter before we go on summer break until Washington DC and Brussels are back in session in September. A month without your favorite newsletter on all things TTIP and Trade? Don’t despair- follow us on @TTIPAction for your daily news fix. For all of you who want to brush […]

Economy & Business Europe & Eurasia

New Atlanticist

Jul 27, 2016

Upcoming Elections Spotlight South Africa’s Worsening Economic Crisis

By Chloë McGrath

South Africa’s upcoming municipal elections on August 3 have brought the country’s economic crisis to the forefront of public discussion. The ruling African National Congress (ANC) party will be striving to maintain its political foothold against the Democratic Alliance and the Economic Freedom Fighters (EFF) party as the country continues to deal with a protracted […]

Economy & Business Elections

In the News

Jul 27, 2016

Biberman in Asian Affairs: Channeling Islam: Religious Narratives on Pakistani Television and Their Influence on Pakistani Youth

By Atlantic Council

Media Pakistan

New Atlanticist

Jul 26, 2016

Will Erdoğan’s Crackdown After Failed Coup Chill Turkey’s EU Dream?

By Mitch Hulse

In the wake of an attempt by factions of the Turkish military to oust Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdoğan from power on the night of July 15, foreign policy experts point to increasing instability and a tightening authoritarian grip as core barriers to the resumption of Turkey’s European Union accession negotiations. “There will be no […]

European Union International Organizations

Event Recap

Jul 22, 2016

Beyond the Warsaw Summit: Securing the Black Sea Region

By Lauren Speranza & Marija Vaicekauskaite

On July 22, 2016 the Atlantic Council hosted a private strategy session with H.E. Daniel Mitov, Minister of Foreign Affairs of the Republic. From the ongoing conflict in Ukraine and Russia’s military build-up in Crimea to the recent failed coup attempt in Turkey, the Black Sea region has undergone dramatic new security and political developments […]

European Union International Organizations

Bremain vs Brexit

Jul 22, 2016

EU Source: TTIP talks, post-Brexit trade policy have a ways to go

By Future Europe Initiative

THIS WEEK’S KEY TAKE-AWAYS Large differences still an obstacle for TTIP as Kerry promises Euro tour EU regulator recommends Single Market access for US hedge funds French government under pressure after deadly attack in Nice

Economy & Business European Union

New Atlanticist

Jul 21, 2016

Putting Turkey’s Crackdown in Context

By Ashish Kumar Sen

The Turkish government’s crackdown on its opponents must be seen in the context of the trauma inflicted on the country as a result of the failed coup, but it must not come at the cost of the viability of democratic institutions, according to the Atlantic Council’s Aaron Stein. “In the West, there is this tendency […]

European Union International Organizations
US Ambassador to NATO Douglas Lute, Dec. 9, 2014 (photo: NATO)

NATOSource

Jul 21, 2016

Time for a New EU Military HQ? The U.S. Says No

By Julian Barnes, Wall Street Journal

A new strategy paper by Federica Mogherini, the EU foreign policy chief, discussed the need for an autonomous defense capability

European Union International Organizations

MENASource

Jul 20, 2016

The GCC Response to Turkey’s Failed Coup

By Giorgio Cafiero

Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC) states hailed Turkish president Recep Tayyip Erdogan’s triumph over last week’s failed coup attempt. The Council’s powerhouse Saudi Arabia expressed support for Turkey’s “elected government” with “constitutional legitimacy.” By detaining Turkey’s military attaché to Kuwait on Sunday at Dammam Airport, at Ankara’s request, the Saudis also demonstrated their willingness to collaborate […]

International Organizations Politics & Diplomacy
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Senior Director, Atlantic Council Technology Programs

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Founder & CEO, Kollabrix

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International Business Development Manager, General Atomics Aeronautical Systems, Inc.

Millennium Leadership Program

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Executive in Residence in Global Economy and Adjunct Assistant Professor, New York University

Millennium Leadership Program

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Geopolitics & Energy Security Iraq Middle East Politics & Diplomacy
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Trade over aid: Prosperity for the US and the developing world
Politics & Diplomacy Resilience & Society United States and Canada
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