Europe & Eurasia

Stretching from the shores of the Atlantic to the mountains of Central Asia, the European and Eurasian landmass contains both some of the most stable and wealthy countries in the world, as well as some of the poorest and those led by repressive regimes. Russia’s full-scale invasion of Ukraine launched in 2022 has transformed the region’s security and launched economic, political, and defense issues into the global limelight, emphasizing the necessity of increased regional and transatlantic cooperation.

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The Europe Center promotes the transatlantic leadership and strategies required to ensure a strong Europe.

The Eurasia Center’s mission is to enhance transatlantic cooperation in promoting stability, democratic values and prosperity in Eurasia, from Eastern Europe and Turkey in the West to the Caucasus, Russia and Central Asia in the East.

Within the Atlantic Council’s longstanding commitment to strengthening the transatlantic relationship, the Atlantic Council Turkey Program conducts research, provides thought leadership, and offers a platform for strategic dialogue between the US, Turkey, and NATO allies to address the region’s toughest challenges and explore opportunities, including in the fields of energy, business & trade, technology, defense, and security.

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In the News

Apr 3, 2017

Mezran in Brookings’ Order From Chaos: No, Italy Is Not Guilty of Neocolonialism in Libya

By Karim Mezran

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Italy

UkraineAlert

Apr 3, 2017

Three Ways the West Can Get Tougher on Russia for Crimea Land Grab

By Taras Kuzio

Russia’s occupation of Crimea has reached its third anniversary, and there is no evidence in sight that President Vladimir Putin will withdraw his occupation forces. Both the United States and Canada have reiterated their support for continued sanctions against Russia as long as Crimea continues to be occupied. Still, ending Russia’s illegal occupation could take […]

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NATOSource

Apr 3, 2017

German Foreign Minister Challenges US Demands on NATO Defense Spending

By Sigmar Gabriel, German Foreign Ministry

The Alliance is at a crossroads and faces multiple challenges in and around Europe. In view of these challenges, a strong transatlantic bond is key!

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In the News

Apr 3, 2017

Vershbow Joins Fox News to Discuss US-Russia Relations

By Alexander "Sandy" Vershbow

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Russia

In the News

Apr 3, 2017

Karatnycky in the Wall Street Journal: How Trump Became a Russia Skeptic

By Adrian Karatnycky

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Russia

In the News

Mar 31, 2017

Shaffer Quoted by VOA on Turkey-Israel Relations and Energy

By Brenda Shaffer

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Economy & Business Energy & Environment

In the News

Mar 31, 2017

Stein in CFR: Reconciling US-Turkish Interests in Northern Syria

By Aaron Stein

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Syria Turkey

In the News

Mar 31, 2017

Slavin in VOA: Russia’s Ties? – Issues in the News

By Barbara Slavin

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Russia

In the News

Mar 31, 2017

Polyakova Quoted by the Huffington Post on Increased Islamophobia in Europe

By Alina Polyakova

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Europe & Eurasia

In the News

Mar 31, 2017

Durakoglu in Medium: An Unlikely Opposition: How Sputnik Turkiye is Posing as Opposition Media & Exploiting Vulnerabilities in Turkey’s Narrowing Media Space

By Naz Durakoglu

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