European elections have become contested ground. Election interference, disinformation, and authoritarian pressure now shape the vote. Foreign interference targets ballots from the Baltics to the Balkans, and every result carries weight for transatlantic security. This hub tracks the campaigns, candidates, and outcomes that matter most across the continent. The Hungary elections test whether a long-ruling incumbent can be beaten, and the Hungarian elections remain a bellwether for illiberal rule. The Poland election reshaped the country’s path, and later Polish elections shape its courts and ties to Brussels. The Moldova elections pit a pro-European path against Russian pressure, and the Moldovan elections show how the Kremlin tries to sway voters. Fellows and analysts examine election interference and what each result means for NATO and the European Union. Explore commentary, data, and analysis on the European elections shaping the region.
Elections
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March 13, 2024
Belarus Dissidents Turn to AI Deep Fakes
Artificial intelligence could generate a wave of political disinformation. But the technology also offers a valuable voice.
March 13, 2024
Russian Election Rigging: A Portrait in Terror
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March 12, 2024
Trump is ‘Unhinged’ But We Love Him, Say Kremlin Mouthpieces
The controversial journey of Hungary’s leader to the US resulted in ominous tidings for Ukraine and delight in Moscow.
February 21, 2024
European Voters to Ukraine: We’ve Got Your Back
While lawmakers and governments squabble over support for Kyiv, voters across the West still strongly support Ukraine’s fight for freedom.
February 16, 2024
Donald Trump and the Calamitous Renationalization of International Security
Donald Trump’s threat to encourage Russia “to do whatever the hell they want” to “delinquent” NATO allies has raised a transatlantic furor and damaged deterrence.
February 14, 2024
Russian Elections Have a Purpose, But Not Evicting the Regime
Vladimir Putin will win reelection to the Russian presidency in March, his fifth triumph. It will be a landslide, but will contain some intriguing runes.
February 13, 2024
Leadership in Action: Six Priorities for the Transatlantic Alliance in 2024
Secure Europe, Contain Russia, and Constrain China
February 5, 2024
Breaking the Mold of Polish Politics?
Poland has been a political duopoly for the past two decades. Now a new figure has appeared to stake out the center ground.
January 31, 2024
Slovak Vote Shows Need for NATO Action on Russian Disinformation
The Slovak election showed Russian interference in Western democracies is ramping up, threatening to sow distrust across Europe. There is an urgent need for NATO member states to act.