European Security, Politics, and Economics

The CSIS Europe, Russia, and Eurasia Program closely follows political, social, and economic developments in Europe

Europe is the United States’ strongest partner in addressing issues ranging from international security and counterterrorism to multilateral diplomacy, trade, the environment, technology, and human rights and development assistance. As such, the Europe, Russia, and Eurasia Program analyzes both domestic and pan-European issues, tracking developments in domestic politics, foreign affairs, institutional capabilities, and the integration and enlargement processes of the European Union, providing insight into Europe’s role as a global player and its impacts on U.S. policy and interests abroad.
 

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The Civilian Impacts of a Possible Russian Invasion of Ukraine

Concerns are growing over the impact a Russian invasion could have on civilians in Ukraine. The humanitarian picture is alarming, and an invasion could precipitate a crisis, the severity of which would depend on the location, length, and lethality of military operations.

Critical Questions by Jacob Kurtzer , Catherine Nzuki , Erol Yayboke , and Andrew Lohsen — February 2, 2022

Can the OSCE Help Resolve the Russia-Ukraine Crisis?

As Russia makes demands for an uncontested sphere of influence in Eastern Europe, can the OSCE help protect the fundamental principles of European security and prevent a renewed invasion of Ukraine?

Commentary by Andrew Lohsen — January 12, 2022

Lukashenko’s Failed Gambit

Belarusian leader Aleksandr Lukashenko sought to “instrumentalize” migrants against the European Union in retaliation for sanctions. What are the implications for Russia, Belarus, and the West?

Commentary by Andrew Lohsen — November 19, 2021

Bosnia Is a Test of Western Resolve

Bosnia and Herzegovina has slid into its greatest crisis since the end of the Bosnian War in 1995. What will the United States and its European partners do about it?

Commentary by Donatienne Ruy and Dejana Saric — November 18, 2021

The Future of German Security and Defense

Please join CSIS and the Konrad-Adenauer-Stiftung for a conversation on Germany’s security and defense policy ahead of Germany’s elections this September.

Event by Rachel Ellehuus , Kori Schake , Prof. Dr. Joachim Krause , and Paul Linnarz — August 19, 2021

The Serbia-Kosovo Normalization Process: A Temporary U.S. Decoupling

More than a decade since normalization talks began, the dialogue between Kosovo and Serbia remains deadlocked. In a new CSIS brief, Heather A. Conley and Dejana Saric outline a new U.S. strategy toward Serbia and Kosovo to break the current.

Brief by Heather A. Conley and Dejana Saric — May 27, 2021