The new “hemispheric assertiveness” of the USA and implications for Germany and Europe Published: 3 August 2026 Call for Papers Is the Trump administration’s approach to Latin America a modern “Donroe Doctrine”? As the US doubles down on hemispheric assertiveness, how should Germany and the EU respond — and where do new openings for European partnership emerge? Applications due September 11.
Europe’s AI Blind Spot: What the Anthropic-Pentagon Dispute Reveals Published: 9 April 2026 Analysis How the Anthropic-Pentagon dispute – and the transatlantic pressures that surround it – expose a political gap in Europe's approach to military AI governance.
The Women, Peace and Security Agenda in Ukraine Is A Case of Unexpected Progress Published: 3 November 2025 Analysis Ukrainian women have become indispensable in national defense and resilience, reshaping gender norms and taking on critical roles. Without direct support for local women’s groups, their impact risks being undermined by structural exclusion.
Western Balkans: Feminist Peacebuilding Demands Rethinking the Structures Published: 29 October 2025 Analysis In an age marked by rising authoritarianism and anti-gender backlash, feminist peace in the Western Balkans stands as both an act of resistance and a re-imagining of security itself. The Women, Peace and Security Agenda needs to be reviewed.
Canada and Europe need to build a firewall against US tech coercion Published: 17 September 2025 Commentary Europe and Canada can only protect their digital ecosystems against US interference if they start investing in tech sovereignty now.
30 years after Beijing Declaration: Reflections on the 69th Commission on the Status of Women Published: 19 June 2025 In March 2025, the world marked the 30th anniversary of the Beijing Platform for Action during the 69th session of the UN Commission on the Status of Women. Halyna Kotliuk and Anna Antonina Lysiak provide an analytical reflection on the key themes discussed in New York — from women’s political participation and rising transnational conservatism to gender-based violence, child marriage, and the exclusion of demining from gender policies. Ukraine’s voice was heard internationally, showcasing both progress and challenges in the context of war.
Power struggle in Warsaw – Poland faces second decisive election Published: 16 May 2025 Analysis Following the change of government in 2023, Poland once again faces a historic crossroads. An emotionally charged election campaign reflects deep social divisions – and the struggle for the country's future.
Pace of war shortens EU-based training for Ukrainian troops Published: 10 December 2024 Media Fellowship Instruction has been pared to the basics in everything from combined arms to officer training.