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Content covering countries of Afghanistan, Armenia, Azerbaijan, Belarus, Georgia, Mongolia, Republic of Moldova, and Ukraine.

Past Events

Putin's Long Game in Ukraine

March 9, 2022
PAST EVENT VIDEO

Former Swedish Prime Minister Carl Bildt, Georgetown’s Angela Stent, the Council’s Ivo Daalder, and CNN's Bianna Golodryga analyzed Russian President Vladimir Putin’s intentions and potential plans after invading Ukraine.

Vladimir Putin speaking at a podium
Reuters

Town Hall with Ivo Daalder on Russia-Ukraine Crisis

February 24, 2022
PAST EVENT VIDEO

“Vladimir Putin called this a special military operation. In normal English, it's called war,” Ivo Daalder shared his thoughts on the Russian invasion of Ukraine at a public town hall.

Screenshot of Ivo Daalder on screen
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Commentary & Analysis

Is Turkey Coming to a Crossroads?

BLOG
Running Numbers by Benjamin Tomas Morgan

Turks may be considering realigning eastward amid negative views on Western alliances.

Turkish flag flies in Istanbul
Meg Jerrard
Public Opinion

In Major Shift, Swedish Public Supports NATO Membership

BLOG
Running Numbers by Coauthors

Polling shows the Swedish public is keenly aware of the threat posed by Russia and favors a strong policy response to the invasion of Ukraine.

Sweden and NATO flags
Reuters
Defense and Security
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Research

Guiding Principles for a Sustainable US Policy Toward Russia, Ukraine, and Eurasia

RESEARCH
Policy Brief by Coauthors

A joint task force outlines some key principles and judgments in managing the United States' relationships with Russia, Ukraine, and Eurasia.

Exterior view of the Kremlin at night time
Alex Zarubi
Defense and Security
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