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In the News

Jul 10, 2024

Jeglinskas in Washington Times on Ukraine’s path to NATO

On July 10, Transatlantic Security Initiative nonresident senior fellow Giedrimas Jeglinskas was quoted in the Washington Times discussing Ukraine’s readiness to join NATO.

Europe & Eurasia NATO

New Atlanticist

Jul 9, 2024

How NATO can prove its enduring relevance at the Washington summit

By Giedrimas Jeglinskas

Allies must do more to augment Ukraine’s warfighting capabilities and bring it into the Alliance, as well as boost their own spending on defense.

Europe & Eurasia NATO

In the News

Jul 9, 2024

Novak quoted in VOA on China’s ties with Pacific Island states

On July 8, GCH/IPSI nonresident fellow Parker Novak was quoted in a VOA article about China’s growing diplomatic ties with the Solomon Islands and Vanuatu. He highlighted the precarious economic situation in the Solomon Islands and discussed Prime Minister Jeremiah Manele’s efforts to secure economic benefits from Beijing.  

China Economy & Business

In the News

Jul 9, 2024

Townsend in the Chinese version of the Wall Street Journal on Biden’s health and performance during the NATO Summit

By James J. Townsend Jr.

On July 9, Transatlantic Security Initiative senior advisor Jim Townsend was quoted in the Chinese version of the Wall Street Journal on Joe Biden’s health and his performance at the NATO Summit in Washington.

Europe & Eurasia NATO

In the News

Jul 9, 2024

Brzezinski featured in AP News on NATO Summit deliverables

By Ian Brzezinski

On July 9, Transatlantic Security Initiative senior fellow Ian Brzezinski was quoted in AP News discussing NATO Summit deliverables and the impact the Summit will have on Joe Biden’s presidential campaign.

NATO United States and Canada

In the News

Jul 9, 2024

Dahl in Dagens Industri on NATO Summit

By Ann-Sofie Dahl

On July 9, Transatlantic Security Initiative nonresident senior fellow Ann-Sofie Dahl was quoted in Dagens Industri discussing President Joe Biden’s performance in the NATO Summit.

Europe & Eurasia NATO

In the News

Jul 9, 2024

Kroenig appeared on BBC News to discuss the NATO Summit agenda

On July 9, Matthew Kroenig, Vice President and Senior Director of the Scowcroft Center, appeared on BBC News, where he spoke on the priorities for the Alliance amid the Washington Summit, noting the challenges in defense and deterrence, Ukraine’s bridge to NATO membership, and the dilemma of burden-sharing.

NATO Security & Defense

Infographic

Jul 8, 2024

Infographic: Could Brazil be the future of global food security?

By Adrienne Arsht Latin America Center

With an expected global population of 10 billion by 2050, the world must adjust to meet growing food demands. Learn more.

Americas Brazil

In the News

Jul 8, 2024

Rudder featured in Intelligence Online on Taiwan’s military advancements

On July 5, IPSI nonresident senior fellow Steven Rudder was featured in Intelligence Online discussing Taiwan’s military advancements. The article highlighted his crucial role in facilitating Taiwan’s acquisition of American drones. 

China Defense Industry

New Atlanticist

Jul 8, 2024

From blueprints to battlefields: How to ensure NATO’s future readiness

By Luka Ignac

NATO’s success hinges on allies’ ability to verify readiness, overcome capability gaps, revitalize the transatlantic defense industrial base, and integrate national defense plans with NATO defense plans.

Europe & Eurasia NATO

In the News

Jul 8, 2024

Deni in Defense News on the NATO Summit deliverables

By John R. Deni

On July 8, Transatlantic Security Initiative nonresident senior fellow John Deni was featured in Defense News discussing NATO Summit deliverables.

Europe & Eurasia NATO

In the News

Jul 8, 2024

Townsend quoted in Aftenposten on the Washington Summit

By James J. Townsend Jr.

On July 8, Transatlantic Security Initiative senior advisor Jim Townsend was quoted in Aftenposten on the NATO Summit currently taking place in Washington.

Europe & Eurasia NATO

In the News

Jul 8, 2024

Benitez in Breaking Defense on Russia’s readiness to challenge NATO

By Jorge Benitez

On July 8, Transatlantic Security Initiative nonresident senior fellow Jorge Benitez was quoted in Breaking Defense discussing NATO’s preparedness to deter Russian aggression.

Europe & Eurasia NATO

In the News

Jul 8, 2024

Townsend in NBC News on the NATO Summit deliverables

By James J. Townsend Jr.

On July 8, Transatlantic Security Initiative senior advisor Jim Townsend was quoted in NBC News on the NATO Summit currently taking place in Washington.

Europe & Eurasia NATO

In the News

Jul 8, 2024

Vershbow in National Defense on Russia’s threat to NATO

By Alexander Vershbow

On July 8, Transatlantic Security Initiative distinguished fellow Alexander Vershbow was quoted in National Defense discussing the threat that Russia poses to NATO.

Europe & Eurasia NATO

New Atlanticist

Jul 7, 2024

The US and Europe would be safer with Ukraine in NATO. Our war games showed why.

By Matthew Kroenig and Kristjan Prikk

The Atlantic Council recently held a series of tabletop exercises to examine future Russia-Ukraine conflict scenarios and their implications for Western security. The results are clear.

Europe & Eurasia NATO

In the News

Jul 7, 2024

Deni in RFE/RL on NATO’s 75th anniversary

By John R. Deni

On July 7, Transatlantic Security Initiative nonresident senior fellow John Deni was featured in RFE/RL discussing NATO’s 75th anniversary and the role the alliance plays in global security.   

Europe & Eurasia NATO

In the News

Jul 7, 2024

Deni in AP News on the impact a second Trump presidency might have on NATO

By John R. Deni

On July 7, Transatlantic Security Initiative nonresident senior fellow John Deni was featured in AP News discussing the impact a second Trump presidency might have on NATO.   

Europe & Eurasia NATO

In the News

Jul 5, 2024

Benitez previews the NATO Summit in Stars and Stripes

By Jorge Benitez

On July 5, Transatlantic Security Initiative nonresident senior fellow Jorge Benitez was quoted in Stars and Stripes previewing the upcoming NATO Summit.

Europe & Eurasia NATO

New Atlanticist

Jul 5, 2024

Experts react: Labour is back. Here’s what to expect from the new UK government.

By Atlantic Council experts

Our experts outlined incoming Prime Minister Keir Starmer's priorities and the party's vision for the UK's role in the world.

Elections Politics & Diplomacy

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