Emboldened by Trump’s win, Orbán is determined to place Hungary at the center of European­—and even global—decisionmaking. His European partners must think creatively and strategically to manage his disruptive influence.

European officials have long stressed the need for the continent to take charge of its own security and end geopolitical outsourcing to the United States. But does Europe have the means—and the will—to finally reduce its dependence on Washington?

A strong European commitment to embrace the policy agenda set out by Letta and Draghi will not eliminate all or even most of the tensions between the incoming Trump administration and the European Union.  But the Letta-Draghi agenda will address issues related to trade and security that Donald Trump and his administration find important.

Europe is so caught between technocracy and politics that it may be unable to address the monumental list of challenges it faces.

Georgian Dream has claimed victory in a contested election, sparking protests and a constitutional crisis. The EU is now under pressure to support Georgians’ democratic and European aspirations while working to prevent further escalation and potential violence.

A discussion of the defense of democracy in the EU in 2024.