NATO (North Atlantic Treaty Organization) | Council on Foreign Relations

The transatlantic alliance has begun to connect its traditional security interests in Europe with the geopolitical dynamics in the Indo-Pacific region, including tensions between China and Taiwan.

Expert Brief by David Sacks May 30, 2024

What Is NATO?

The alliance is bolstering its military deterrent in Europe amid Russia’s invasion of Ukraine and has expanded to include Finland and Sweden.

Backgrounder by Jonathan Masters Mar 18, 2024

As NATO Countries Reach Spending Milestone, Is 2 Percent Enough?

The transatlantic alliance has passed a remarkable milestone after years of most members not spending enough on defense. But what if more is needed?

Expert Brief by Liana Fix and Caroline Kapp Jun 28, 2024

Election 2024

Why Is the World Obsessed with the U.S. Election? Ask Germany

The world is watching the U.S. presidential contest between former President Donald Trump and Vice President Kamala Harris with intense interest. Few countries are tracking the race more closely than Germany, Europe's biggest economy and a founding member of the NATO alliance. Its experiences provide insights into how this election is reverberating globally.

Podcast with Gabrielle Sierra , Liana Fix and Stefan Kornelius September 18, 2024 Why It Matters
Ukraine

From the Ukraine Conflict to a Secure Europe

Thomas Graham argues that cooperation between European member states, as well as U.S. commitment to its allies in the region, can create a freer, more secure, and more prosperous Europe.

Report by Thomas Graham September 4, 2024 Center for Preventive Action
United States

A Conversation With Supreme Allied Commander Europe (SACEUR) Christopher G. Cavoli

General Cavoli discusses the Euro-Atlantic Partnership, security challenges in the region, Russia's war in Ukraine, and his takeaways from the NATO Summit in Washington.

Event with Christopher G. Cavoli and Ivo H. Daalder August 15, 2024

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Liana Fix

Fellow for Europe

Charles A. Kupchan

Senior Fellow

Matthias Matthijs

Senior Fellow for Europe

Denmark

Danish Prime Minister Rallies Urgently Needed Support for Ukraine

Mette Frederiksen of Denmark discusses strengthening U.S.-European ties, stopping Russian hybrid warfare, and shoring up democracy via safer digital technology.

Blog Post by Linda Robinson July 17, 2024 Women Around the World
Daily News Brief

NATO Names China a ‘Decisive Enabler’ of Russia’s War, and Other Headlines of the Day

The Daily News Brief

Article by CFR.org Editors July 11, 2024
NATO (North Atlantic Treaty Organization)

NATO and Ukraine Beyond 75, Japan Hosts Pacific Islands, France’s Political Gridlock, and More

The North Atlantic Treaty Organization (NATO) wraps its seventy-fifth summit, pledging to keep Ukraine on an “irreversible” path to membership while concerns grow about the future of U.S. commitment; Japan hosts the tenth Pacific Islands Leaders Meeting to counter China’s influence in the region; France struggles to form a government as party differences intensify; and President-Elect Masoud Pezeshkian raises hopes for possible change in Iran.

Podcast with Robert McMahon and Carla Anne Robbins July 11, 2024 The World Next Week
Daily News Brief

NATO’s Air Defense Pledges for Ukraine, and Other Headlines of the Day

The Daily News Brief

Article by CFR.org Editors July 10, 2024
United Kingdom

Media Briefing: Update on the UK and France Elections and NATO Summit

CFR experts discuss the results of presidential elections in France and the United Kingdom, as well as what to expect from the 2024 NATO Summit in Washington, DC.

Virtual Event by Liana Fix, Charles A. Kupchan , Sebastian Mallaby , Matthias Matthijs and Elise Labott July 9, 2024 Europe Program
Daily News Brief

NATO Turns Seventy-Five at Washington Summit, and Other Headlines of the Day

The Daily News Brief

Article by CFR.org Editors July 9, 2024
Denmark

A Conversation With Prime Minister Mette Frederiksen of Denmark

Prime Minister Mette Frederiksen of Denmark discusses transatlantic cooperation, Russia's war in Ukraine, and her priorities for the NATO Summit in Washington.

Virtual Event by Mette Frederiksen and Linda Robinson July 9, 2024
NATO (North Atlantic Treaty Organization)

How NATO’s Summit Sends Signal to Critics

As NATO leaders convene in Washington next week, three critical audiences will be eyeing the summit closely.

Expert Brief by Stephen Sestanovich July 1, 2024 Europe Program
NATO (North Atlantic Treaty Organization)

As NATO Countries Reach Spending Milestone, Is 2 Percent Enough?

The transatlantic alliance has passed a remarkable milestone after years of most members not spending enough on defense. But what if more is needed?

Expert Brief by Liana Fix and Caroline Kapp June 28, 2024 Europe Program
United Kingdom

Britain’s Postelection Foreign Policy

While July 4 elections are likely to end with Labour beating the Conservatives, voters can expect closer ties with Europe and a stronger emphasis on defense regardless of who wins.

Expert Brief by Sebastian Mallaby June 28, 2024 Europe Program
Europe

NATO’s Future: Enlarged and More European?

Please join us for two panels to discuss the agenda and likely outcomes of the North Atlantic Treaty Organization (NATO) Summit, taking place in Washington DC from July 9 to 11. SESSION I: A Conversation With NSC Director for Europe Michael Carpenter 12:30 p.m.—1:00 p.m. (EDT) In-Person Lunch Reception 1:00 p.m.—1:30 p.m. (EDT) Hybrid Meeting SESSION II: NATO’s Future: Enlarged and More European? 1:30 p.m.—1:45 p.m. (EDT) In-Person Coffee Break 1:45 p.m.—2:45 p.m. (EDT) Hybrid Meeting

Virtual Event by Emma M. Ashford, Michael R. Carpenter, Camille Grand, Thomas Wright, Liana Fix and Charles A. Kupchan June 25, 2024 Europe Program
NATO (North Atlantic Treaty Organization)

Reverberations From Ukraine

The war in Ukraine marks a new era of instability in Europe. Countering Russia’s efforts will require a stronger, more coordinated NATO.

Report by Andrea Kendall-Taylor June 12, 2024 Center for Preventive Action