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The Eastern Flank

Apr 28, 2025

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1.What is the impact of a potential US troop withdrawal on NATO’s Eastern Flank? 2. The withdrawal signals political caution rather than strategic weakness, urging Europe to bolster its self-reliance despite uncertainty. 3. Europe can effectively manage the troop reduction, and increased investments could lead to a stronger, more resilient NATO and EU.

German Foreign Policy is Becoming More Autonomous

Mar 1, 2025

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Mihnea Turcitu

in International Relations & Diplomacy

1. What is the effect of the 2025 Bundestagswahl on German foreign policy. 2. The AfD and CDU commonly express growing discontent with Germany’s alliance system. 3. The results of the 2025 Bundestagswahl suggest that the idea of a more autonomous German foreign policy increasingly resonates with German voters.

Working in Darkness

Feb 15, 2025

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Mihnea Turcitu

in Security Policy & Defence

1. How vulnerable are undersea cables, and what are the implications of their sabotage for security and global stability? 2.Undersea cables, carrying 95% of global data, are critical to communication, defense, and finance but are increasingly targeted. Attacks expose risks like physical damage and tapping, threatening economic and energy stability. 3.With 1.4 million km of…

Annual CIMIC Foresight Conference 2024

Nov 25, 2024

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Mihnea Turcitu

in Security Policy & Defence

The conference showcased how Civil-Military Cooperation (CIMIC) enables mission success in complex environments. It examined CIMIC’s future role amid hybrid threats and natural disasters. Participants emphasized the need for stronger integration of civil actors in planning, intelligence, and stabilization efforts.

NATO Aspirations

Oct 15, 2024

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Mihnea Turcitu

in Peacekeeping & Conflict Prevention

The October brief warns that declining military reserves in Europe harm Civil-Military Cooperation by weakening civilian understanding of the military.