The EU Needs an Iran Strategy, Not Just “More Sanctions” Analysis European policymakers need to rethink their approach to Iran and formulate a new policy that puts people and human security at its core. Such an approach would center on a consistent human rights perspective and the sustained support for civil society. By Cornelius Adebahr and Barbara Mittelhammer
Countering online risks in a ‘Super Election Year’: Why the EU and Africa need each other Analysis The European Union should work together with partners in Africa to secure electoral systems against cyberattacks and to prevent the spread of false and misleading information. This is also in line with European interests and values. By Sabine Muscat and Cayley Clifford
A view from the outside: How does the world view the EU? Contributions from experts from five countries The European elections are not only relevant to EU citizens. Other countries around the world are also watching with great interest to see what happens in June of this year. Five experts from Argentina, India, the United Kingdom, South Africa, and the US present their view of the EU and their recommendations.
Questioning narratives: Looking for the people behind them The Report Young Europeans undergo a year of training in campaigning. Their guiding question in this project: How to dismantle widespread racist attitudes prevalent in Europe? By Susanne Lang
My first time In Pictures In 2024, some EU countries will also allow minors to vote in the European elections. Six statements from under-18s and adult first-time voters from six countries show: The EU must do more to reach young people. By Christina Focken and Lucie Louxor
Protecting refugees in Europe: Weakened today, hollowed out tomorrow? Background The objective of reforming the Common European Asylum System (CEAS) is to control what is called irregular migration. In particular, expanding the number of countries that are considered “safe third countries” and border procedures such as the “fiction of non-entry” are a threat to fundamental asylum rights. By Neda Noraie-Kia
«Make empathy great again!» Interview A conversation with the Polish director Agnieszka Holland about the campaign against her film "Green Border," which deals with pushbacks at the Polish-Belarusian border, as well as about courage and empathy and why both give her a little hope.
Russia’s invasion of Ukraine: a turning point for EU foreign and security policy Essay Russia’s war of aggression has rallied the countries of the European Union in unexpected unity. At the same time, it has exposed blatant deficiencies in European foreign and security policy and Europe’s defense capabilities. By Dr. Jana Puglierin
Setting the course for Europe Commentary on foreign and security policy By passing a comprehensive support package for Ukraine, the EU has demonstrated its willingness to be an active geopolitical player. To fulfil this role, it must strengthen its defense industry, build its troops, and make them ready for action. By Andris Sprūds and Imants Lieģis
Agricultural expert on the causes of farmer protests: «We have to deliver» Interview Hannes Lorenzen on the causes of farmer protests, EU's lack of planning and wrong decisions, and why a thorough restart of the Common Agricultural Policy is inevitable.