Regional security in Europe is decided as much at its edges as in its capitals. From the Baltic Sea to the Black Sea, the Western Balkans to the High North, regional flashpoints shape the wider contest between democratic states and authoritarian challengers. This hub follows the security dynamics of Europe’s most exposed regions: deterrence on NATO’s eastern flank, Ukraine security and the defense of its neighbors, frozen and active conflicts in the Western Balkans and the Caucasus, and Black Sea security in a contested maritime domain. Ukraine security now anchors the wider debate over regional security, pressure on NATO’s eastern flank keeps allied deterrence in focus, and Black Sea security has become a test of Western resolve. Fellows and analysts assess force posture, alliance politics, and the local drivers of instability that outside powers seek to exploit. Explore expert analysis and commentary on the regional security challenges facing the Euro-Atlantic community.
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The Nordic countries should plough ahead with joint preparations for war with Russia. It makes no sense to wait for allies, and there are immediate steps available.
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October 9, 2026
Readying the Nordics for War – Let’s Not Waste Time
The Nordic countries should plough ahead with joint preparations for war with Russia. It makes no sense to wait for allies, and there are immediate steps available.
October 9, 2026
Trust Is as Important to NATO as Guns
Europe’s security debate focuses on defense capabilities, technological resilience, critical infrastructure, and the ability to act independently, but public trust in NATO is just as vital.
October 7, 2026
Silence, Delusion and Robots: Ukraine’s Eastern Advances
A decisive victory for Ukraine in the Donbas has reset expectations of what can be achieved on the battlefield of 2026.
October 6, 2026
Key European Airports Need Permanent Drone Defenses
Europe is woefully unprepared for the realities of drone warfare, and a coordinated Russian attack would do very serious harm. It urgently needs a plan.
October 2, 2026
The US Bets Big on Eurasia
The US has strategic and economic reasons to be a key player in Eurasia, and the Trump administration is laying the groundwork to make it happen.
October 2, 2026
A Time to Reap: Ukraine’s Operation Vivaldi
Much of Europe still fails to see Ukraine as the continent’s first line of defense. Its strategic distance from Kyiv looks increasingly like betrayal.
September 30, 2026
Russia’s Rage Fixes on the British
Russia’s increasingly fiery rhetoric over British support for Ukraine is about more than war damage. The Kremlin sees the UK as a Western first mover inspiring other European states.
September 28, 2026
NATO Needs a Drone-Interceptor Squadron
With NATO members now under almost-daily alert for Russian drone incursions, it’s time to find a new answer.
September 24, 2026
Greenland’s New US Deal: A Bet on the High North
The headline-grabbing settlement on the Greenland dispute opens the way to better relations, but may face some significant hurdles in practice.