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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Featured Reading

European Allies Appeal to Donald Trump Through Letter

Dispatches
Apr 13, 2026

Experts react: Hungary just voted out Viktor Orbán. Here’s what to expect in Europe and beyond.

By
Atlantic Council experts

With Peter Magyar set to take over as prime minister, our experts explore what the election means for Hungary, Europe, and the transatlantic alliance.

Elections
Europe & Eurasia

Dispatches
Apr 8, 2026

What Ukraine’s wartime tech ecosystem can teach the rest of the world

By
Valeriya Ionan

Fending off Russian aggression has taught Ukraine important lessons about how to innovate a country’s tech sector and governance to fight a modern war.

Crisis Management
Defense Policy

Dispatches
Mar 5, 2026

Enforce sanctions to prevent Russia from benefitting in a prolonged Iran crisis

By
Kimberly Donovan

Russia has millions of barrels of sanctioned oil it is ready to sell—unless the United States and its allies step up sanctions enforcement.

Conflict
Energy & Environment

featured events

Public Event
Fri, April 17, 2026 • 11:45 am ET

The British ambassador to the US on Euro-Atlantic security and the Middle East

British Ambassador to the United States Sir Christian Turner joins the Atlantic Council to discuss the UK’s ongoing diplomatic efforts in the Middle East and its vision for the future of Euro-Atlantic security cooperation.

Europe & Eurasia
Iran
Middle East
NATO

Public Event
Wed, November 19, 2025 • 9:00 am ET

Intent to destroy: Confronting Russia’s campaign to erase Ukraine and its people

In this conference hosted by the Strategic Litigation Project and the Eurasia Center, experts will identify strategies to halt Russia’s campaign of atrocities against the Ukrainian people.

Civil Society
Conflict
Crisis Management
Security & Defense

The Russia Tomorrow series

Russia’s full-scale invasion of Ukraine in February 2022 challenged much of the common Western understanding of Russia. How can the world better understand Russia? What are the steps forward for Western policy? The Eurasia Center’s new “Russia Tomorrow” series seeks to reevaluate conceptions of Russia today and better prepare for its future tomorrow.

Russia Tomorrow

The CRINK: Inside the new bloc supporting Russia’s war against Ukraine

by Angela Stent

The latest report in the Atlantic Council’s Russia Tomorrow series details how Russia’s war against Ukraine has brought together a new set of partners–united not by shared values, but by shared grievances–on the international stage: China, Russia, Iran, and North Korea.

In-depth Research & reports

Russia Tomorrow
Dec 12, 2025

The Russian economy in 2025: Between stagnation and militarization

By
Elina Ribakova, Lucas Risinger

The latest report in the Atlantic Council’s Russia Tomorrow series examines the Russian wartime economy.

Economy & Business
Europe & Eurasia

Report
Jan 14, 2026

Digital sovereignty: Europe’s declaration of independence?

By
Frances Burwell, Kenneth Propp

In Brussels, “digital sovereignty” may be the new “strategic autonomy”: a push for Europe to go its own way and depend less on the United States. As US tech companies and EU regulators clash, catch up on a policy debate with consequences playing out online and in the halls of power.

Digital Policy
Economy & Business

programs

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

EXPLORE THE PROGRAM

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.

EXPLORE THE PROGRAM

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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Explore the Power Vertical podcast

The Power Vertical

The Power Vertical is a blog and podcast for Russia wonks and Kremlin watchers by Brian Whitmore. It covers emerging and developing trends in Russian politics, shining a spotlight on the high-stakes power struggles, machinations, and clashing interests that shape Kremlin policy today.

Explore the Debrief series

#AtlanticDebrief

#AtlanticDebrief hosts interviews with leading experts, policymakers, and newsmakers from both sides of the Atlantic to unpack the challenges and opportunities of the transatlantic relationship.

Explore the Series

#BalkansDebrief

The Atlantic Council Europe Center’s #BalkansDebrief series features timely conversations on key issues impacting the Western Balkans. Nonresident senior fellow Ilva Tare hosts newsmakers, experts, and officials for discussions on rule of law, energy security, cultural heritage, Russian and Chinese influence in the region, and more.

Explore the Series

Content

NATOSource

Jan 10, 2017

European Allies Appeal to Donald Trump Through Letter

By Josh Rogin, Washington Post

Have no doubt: Vladimir Putin is not America’s ally. Neither is he a trustworthy international partner….

Europe & Eurasia NATO

New Atlanticist

Jan 10, 2017

Trump’s National Security Advisor Seeks to Reassure Allies

By Ashish Kumar Sen

US President-elect Donald Trump’s national security advisor, retired Lt. Gen. Michael T. Flynn, on January 10 sought to reassure US allies of the incoming administration’s commitment to alliances. Flynn said the incoming National Security Council’s mission, guided by Trump’s vision to “make America great again,” will be supported by an overarching policy of “peace through […]

China European Union

In the News

Jan 10, 2017

VOA Russia Features Atlantic Council Conference Call on Russian Hacking

By Atlantic Council

Read the full article here.

Russia

UkraineAlert

Jan 10, 2017

Russia’s Crimea Bridge Could Collapse Anytime

By Halya Coynash

Russian President Vladimir Putin has called construction of a bridge between Russia and occupied Crimea a “historic mission.” He should pay better attention to history. This mission is doomed to failure, and not only because of sanctions. Experts warn that even if the bridge now under construction can be finished, its chances of standing for […]

Russia Ukraine

UkraineAlert

Jan 10, 2017

Negotiating with Russia: A Scenario for Success

By Stephen Blank

Despite the flood of post-election pundits advising President-elect Donald Trump on how to approach Russia, few have offered any understanding of Moscow’s aims. But Russian President Vladimir Putin’s government has not hidden what it wants. It seeks an end to sanctions, recognition of Crimea as part of Russia, demilitarization of NATO in the Baltic and […]

Russia Ukraine

In the News

Jan 10, 2017

Trump & Obama Aides, Experts Weigh America’s Global Role

Read the full article here.

China European Union

In the News

Jan 9, 2017

Polyakova Quoted by Time on the French Elections and Russia

By Alina Polyakova

Read full article here.

France Russia

UkraineAlert

Jan 9, 2017

Walk Down My Block in Kyiv and Take Ukraine’s Economic Pulse

By James Brooke

When assessing Ukraine, armchair economists love the macro perspective: sweeping views based on large data sets. Let’s look at the micro. Despite the fresh snow, let’s walk my 150-meter long block on Rohnidynska Street and take the pulse of Ukraine’s economy. One year after I signed my apartment lease, six original businesses survive on my […]

Ukraine

In the News

Jan 9, 2017

Burrows Quoted by Financial Times on Donald Trump and Future of US Alliances

By Mathew J. Burrows

Read full article here.

China Russia

French Defense Minister Jean-Yves Le Drian, Oct., 18, 2016

NATOSource

Jan 9, 2017

French Military to Boost Defenses Against Cyber Attacks: Minister

By Reuters and France24

From Geert De Clercq, Reuters: In an interview with French weekly Le Journal du Dimanche Defence Minister Jean-Yves Le Drian said there is a real risk of cyber attacks on French civil infrastructure

Cybersecurity France

Economic Statecraft Initiative GeoEconomics Center

Defense Policy Dutch

Events

Online Event Fri, May 15, 2026 • 9:00 am ET

The Western Balkans’ entry into SEPA and their European market future

Digital Currencies Economy & Business Europe & Eurasia Eurozone

Flagship Event Tue, June 9, 2026 • 9:00 am ET

2026 Global Energy Forum

The tenth Global Energy Forum will chart the course for continued innovation, collaboration, and leadership in the global energy transition.

Africa Americas Climate Change & Climate Action Critical Minerals

Flagship Event Fri, December 11, 2026 • 8:30 am ET

2026 Transatlantic Forum on GeoEconomics

The Transatlantic Forum on GeoEconomics is an annual flagship convening focused on issues at the nexus of economics, finance, foreign policy, and national security.

Digital Policy Economy & Business Europe & Eurasia European Union

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stay updated

Featured Reading

Experts react: Hungary just voted out Viktor Orbán. Here’s what to expect in Europe and beyond.

What Ukraine’s wartime tech ecosystem can teach the rest of the world

Enforce sanctions to prevent Russia from benefitting in a prolonged Iran crisis

featured events

The British ambassador to the US on Euro-Atlantic security and the Middle East

Intent to destroy: Confronting Russia’s campaign to erase Ukraine and its people

The Russia Tomorrow series

The CRINK: Inside the new bloc supporting Russia’s war against Ukraine

In-depth Research & reports

The Russian economy in 2025: Between stagnation and militarization

Digital sovereignty: Europe’s declaration of independence?

programs

Explore the Power Vertical podcast

The Power Vertical

Explore the Debrief series

#AtlanticDebrief

#BalkansDebrief

Content

European Allies Appeal to Donald Trump Through Letter

Trump’s National Security Advisor Seeks to Reassure Allies

VOA Russia Features Atlantic Council Conference Call on Russian Hacking

Russia’s Crimea Bridge Could Collapse Anytime

Negotiating with Russia: A Scenario for Success

Trump & Obama Aides, Experts Weigh America’s Global Role

Polyakova Quoted by Time on the French Elections and Russia

Walk Down My Block in Kyiv and Take Ukraine’s Economic Pulse

Burrows Quoted by Financial Times on Donald Trump and Future of US Alliances

French Military to Boost Defenses Against Cyber Attacks: Minister

Experts

AM Sir Christopher Harper, KBE, RAF (Ret.)

Melanie Hart

Volodymyr Havrylov

Annika Hedberg

Jacob Heilbrunn

Elmar Hellendoorn

Events

The Western Balkans’ entry into SEPA and their European market future

2026 Global Energy Forum

2026 Transatlantic Forum on GeoEconomics

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