CSIS Europe, Russia, and Eurasia Program
@csiserep
Forward-looking analyses on transatlantic relations & political developments in Europe, Russia & Eurasia: led by director @maxbergmann
"As London takes a sober look at its long-term approach through its recent Strategic Defense Review, a refreshed understanding of the special relationship is critical to developing a strategy to maximize U.S.-UK defense cooperation," says @csiserep. csis.org/analysis/makin…
CSIS mourns the loss of our Chief Communications Officer, Andrew Schwartz. For 20 years, he led with vision and integrity, shaping how CSIS engaged the world. His leadership, mentorship, and legacy in strategic communications will have a lasting impact: csis.org/analysis/memor…
✍️ NEW: @maxbergmann and @lexlinafelter discuss the current state of US-UK defense cooperation and how the 2025 SDR can reignite the special relationship to face a new Transatlantic security landscape 🇬🇧 Read their full analysis here: csis.org/analysis/makin…
🎧Is Moscow’s influence slipping in Yerevan and Baku? Experts @drjmankoff and @Richard_RSC joined #RussianRoulette to discuss the state of play in the South Caucasus. Full episode below ⬇️ csis.org/podcasts/russi…
“The SDR has pledged to ruthlessly prioritize—and now needs to follow through.” New analysis from @maxbergmann and @lexlinafelter takes stock of the current US-UK relationship, the 2025 Strategic Defence Review, and the challenging road ahead 👇 csis.org/analysis/makin…
"A refreshed understanding of the special relationship is critical to developing a strategy to maximize U.S.-UK defense cooperation and equip both partners to face the challenges ahead," write @csiserep experts @maxbergmann and Lexi Linafelter. Read more: csis.org/analysis/makin…
As the US shifts its focus away from threats of Russian aggression, the burden of deterrence will fall on Europe. It’s time for a new containment strategy—clear-eyed, coordinated, and long-term. Our experts lay out a path forward, fit for a new purpose ⬇️ csis.org/analysis/long-…
No matter the outcome in Ukraine, Russia will remain a strategic threat to European interests. A European containment strategy reworked for the particularities of the present can help Europe unify around a common approach. Read the latest from @csiserep: cs.is/4m9Oakn
✍️ “Post-Soviet Eurasian states have exercised greater agency, chosen cooperation, and found themselves capable of resolving their own disputes.” Full article in @ForeignAffairs below on Russian influence over its near abroad by ERE's Jeffrey Mankoff: foreignaffairs.com/russia/russia-…
As pressure from both Beijing and Washington continue to heighten trade tensions in Europe, Thursday's EU-China Summit will be a key stress-test for European unity. 🎧 @noahbarkin joined @maxbergmann to discuss options for Brussels and expectations ⬇️ csis.org/podcasts/eurof…
🎧 Retaliate or ride it out? With US tariff threats toward the EU looming, @maxbergmann and @otto_svendsen discussed the timid European response so far + what Europe could do to hit back. ICYMI: Listen to the full episode here⬇️ csis.org/podcasts/eurof…
Are Armenia and Azerbaijan on the path to peace? What could it mean for Russia? 🎧 This week, @drjmankoff and @Richard_RSC join @msnegovaya and @maxbergmann to discuss these questions, the latest in the South Caucasus, and more ⏬ #RussianRoulette csis.org/podcasts/russi…
On the latest episode of the Eurofile, @csiserep experts discuss President Trump’s latest tariff threats and the timid European response and preview next week’s EU-China summit. Listen here: csis.org/podcasts/eurof…
ICYMI: The EU and China will meet this week, marking 50 years of diplomatic ties amidst rising global trade tensions. @noahbarkin joined #TheEurofile ahead of the Summit to break down outlooks from both Brussels and Beijing 👇 csis.org/podcasts/eurof…
🎧 “Trump respects strength––and I just get no strength from Europe right now. If that comes, I think it could get US-EU relations to a better place.” New on #TheEurofile: @maxbergmann breaks down how the EU might respond to US tariff threats 🥊 csis.org/podcasts/eurof…
Recently had the chance to speak with @thedispatch about the current state of the Russian economy, the potential for new sanctions on Russia, and how Moscow looks at this current phase of the war in Ukraine thedispatch.com/newsletter/mor…
ICYMI: Director @maxbergmann joined @CBSNews to discuss the 5% defense pledge by European leaders at the 2025 #NATO Summit—and why it may be less effective than it seems. Full interview below⬇️ cbsnews.com/video/details-…