Kennan Cable No. 29: U.S. Sanctions Law and Western Coordination on Russia Policy Article In July 2017, the U.S. Congress overwhelmingly passed additional sanctions against Russia, Iran, and North Korea. What was the response from Russia and Germany? How are U.S. lawmakers addressing European concerns? By Dominik Tolksdorf
Despite Tensions, US Bases in Germany Remain Vital Transatlantic Media Fellowship HBS Media Fellow Joseph Hammond traveled to Europe to report on the US military abroad for the American Media Insitute and Real Clear Defense. By Joseph Hammond
Trump’s foreign policy – Key areas for transatlantic partners to watch closely European policymakers were astonished by Trump’s recent remarks on NATO and the EU in an interview with Bild and The Times. Europe should be prepared for pivotal changes in U.S. foreign policy and transatlantic relations. By Dominik Tolksdorf
Call for Applications The Welcoming Communities Transatlantic Exchange is a unique opportunity for leaders in Germany and the U.S. to share promising approaches to welcoming and integrating immigrants and refugees into their communities. Applications for the 2017 cohort are due by December 1, 2016 (Midnight, U.S. Eastern Time). By Hannah Winnick
Brexit: Should They Stay or Should They Go? On June 23, voters in the United Kingdom will go to the polls for a referendum on the country’s membership in the EU. Most experts agree that a Brexit would fundamentally reshape the transatlantic relationship. By Laura Bröker
The US Ignores the European Refugee Crisis at its Own Peril After a recent visit to Washington, Sergey Lagodinsky, head of the EU/North America Department at the Heinrich Boell Foundation in Berlin, reflects on Americans’ understanding of the European refugee crisis and the failure to anticipate long-term repercussions for US foreign policy interests. By Sergey Lagodinsky