Brookings: Topics - NATO

Vision for Victory in Afghanistan - Part II

Thu, 19 Nov 2009 00:00:00 GMT

On a recent weeklong visit to Afghanistan sponsored by the U.S. military, Michael O'Hanlon met with Afghan and U.S. officials whose assessments partially countered the current general outlook on the country's status and future. O'Hanlon's visit left him with guarded optimism about U.S. prospects for creating a safe and stable Afghanistan.

Vision for Victory in Afghanistan - Part I

Wed, 18 Nov 2009 00:00:00 GMT

Narco-belligerents Across the Globe: Lessons from Colombia for Afghanistan?

Wed, 28 Oct 2009 00:00:00 GMT

Increased insecurity in Afghanistan and the sense that the counterinsurgency is not being won have left many looking for comparisons that can shape future policy. Vanda Felbab-Brown examines similarities between the counternarcotics and counterinsurgency efforts in Colombia to draw conclusions on how to reverse recent trends in Afghanistan.

Vice President Biden Travels to Central Europe

Tue, 20 Oct 2009 00:00:00 GMT

Vice President Biden left Washington early on October 20 for a quick trip to Central Europe, where he will reassure the region of continued U.S. interest and support. Steven Pifer examines the concerns of several NATO member states and offers suggestions for the future of U.S. engagement in the area.

Make American Resources Conditional on Afghan Progress

Mon, 19 Oct 2009 00:00:00 GMT

Congressional leaders and the Obama administration discussing "intermediate options" in Afghanistan, but could such an approach prove successful? Michael O’Hanlon and Stephen Solarz offer insight into what middle-ground steps General Stanley McChrystal is already taking and explain how an active U.S.-Afghan partnership is essential to providing security, safety and success in Afghanistan.

It's All or Nothing in Afghanistan

Mon, 12 Oct 2009 00:00:00 GMT

As the Afghanistan strategy debate continues, Vanda Felbab-Brown says policymakers should not be fooled by options that lie “in the middle” of a beefed-up counterinsurgency mission and a scaled-back counterterrorism operation. Felbab-Brown believes the United States and NATO must decide how important the stakes are, and either properly resource the current mission or cut losses now rather than later.

A Better Base for Cutting Nuclear Weapons

Sun, 20 Sep 2009 00:00:00 GMT

President Obama's decision to rethink and revamp the plan for Poland-based defenses against Iranian missiles was met with some criticism at home and in Eastern Europe for giving too much to Russia. However, argues Brookings President Strobe Talbott, the new strategy is a pragmatic step to counter Iran's real short-range missile threat, strengthens the transatlantic alliance, and better serves the goals of U.S.-Russian strategic arms reduction.

UN Says Afghan Opium Production Down

Wed, 02 Sep 2009 00:00:00 GMT

According to a new United Nations report, Opium cultivation is down 22 percent in Afghanistan. Vanda Felbab-Brown joined National Public Radio to discuss why the significance of these numbers should not be overestimated and to offer insight into the new counternarcotics strategy in Afghanistan.

What's Right With Afghanistan

Wed, 02 Sep 2009 00:00:00 GMT

As support for the war in Afghanistan continues to fall, Michael O'Hanlon and Bruce Riedel examine the positive aspects of the mission there. They argue that state building is an inherently slow process while concluding the largely pro-American Afghan people want to succeed and noting police and military forces are becoming more able.

Afghanistan: Measuring Progress Toward Peace

Tue, 01 Sep 2009 00:00:00 GMT

Following the important August 20 elections in Afghanistan, Michael O'Hanlon and Bruce Riedel write that this is likely the final fresh start for the U.S. and NATO. With support for the war falling at home and abroad, they explore how progress should be quantified in Afghanistan and urge patience regarding the mission there.

Afghanistan’s Election Matters as Much for the Country as for the World

Thu, 27 Aug 2009 00:00:00 GMT

Bruce Riedel writes that Afghanistan’s presidential election could provide a critical update on the progress of the war in that country. He argues the U.S. and NATO appear to have the upper hand given the Taliban's failure to have a major influence on the election, but says questions on the electoral process and regional impact still need to be answered.

Afghanistan Elections: President Obama's Afghan Test

Wed, 19 Aug 2009 00:00:00 GMT

Seen as a test of the United States’ new strategy in Afghanistan and the Taliban's influence in the country, Bruce Riedel believes the stakes in the August 20 Afghanistan elections are higher than who will be elected president for the next five years. He writes that if the elections are successful, the NATO mission and Afghan government will get a boost of confidence and legitimacy that has been badly needed.

The 2009 Afghan Elections and the Future of the International Community in Afghanistan

Thu, 13 Aug 2009 00:00:00 GMT

Jeremy Shapiro argues pundits should focus more on what the elections in Afghanistan say about the international community than what they mean for the country. He cautions that actions by international actors are often seen from the inside as rigging elections to a pre-determined outcome and concludes that if these efforts to build a democracy fail it may help Afghanistan become a terrorist state once again.

The Taliban and the Afghan Elections

Wed, 12 Aug 2009 00:00:00 GMT

Bruce Riedel writes that elections in Afghanistan on August 20 are both an opportunity and a challenge for the Taliban and Al-Qaeda. Though statistics have recently been on the Taliban's side, the ability for NATO and the Afghan government to pull off a credible election could be an important initial milestone in turning things around.

Barack Obama, Kevin Rudd and the Australia-U.S. Alliance

Tue, 11 Aug 2009 00:00:00 GMT

Over the past decade, much of the commentary on the Australia-U.S. alliance has focused on how the conservative leaders of both nations formulated policy. Michael Fullilove and Michael O'Hanlon analyze the developing relationship between Democratic President Barack Obama and Labor Prime Minister Kevin Rudd and how it may reshape the alliance.

The West Can Win in Afghanistan

Tue, 28 Jul 2009 00:00:00 GMT

Though there have been increased attacks, growing casualties and falling popular support, Michael Fullilove and Anthony Bubalo write that Afghanistan is still winnable. They believe the Obama administration has done well by increasing resources and refocusing on what can be achieved, and say there is too much at stake for the West to conclude Afghanistan is the graveyard of foreign armies and depart.

Target the Drug Lords in Afghanistan, Not the Farmers

Wed, 15 Jul 2009 00:00:00 GMT

Vanda Felbab-Brown writes that the new U.S. counternarcotics strategy in Afghanistan represents a courageous and welcome shift in American policy. Felbab-Brown believes focusing on legal alternatives for farmers and emphasizing rural development will breed success in reducing illicit economies as well as bolster the larger counterinsurgency operation.

Are We Losing Afghanistan?

Sun, 05 Jul 2009 00:00:00 GMT

As the United States launches a surge in Afghanistan and weariness grows among other nations, the Taliban and al-Qaeda smell victory in the second-longest war in American history. Bruce Riedel discusses what G8 leaders—and President Obama—must do at their summit this week to shift the momentum.

Afghanistan and Pakistan: A Status Report

Mon, 08 Jun 2009 14:00:00 GMT

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June 08, 2009, 2:00 PM to 3:30 PM

On June 8, the Brookings Institution hosted a discussion of the war-torn regions of Afghanistan and Pakistan, and offered status reports on both conflicts. Brookings senior fellow Michael O’Hanlon offered introductory remarks and moderated the discussion.

The Transatlantic Partnership in a Post-Economic Crisis World: An Address by Valdis Zatlers, President of Latvia

Fri, 15 May 2009 10:00:00 GMT

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May 15, 2009, 10:00 AM to 11:30 AM

While it is difficult to see beyond the current economic crisis, some reshuffling of global economic power is inevitable. On May 15, the Center on the United States and Europe (CUSE) at Brookings hosted Latvian President Valdis Zatlers for a discussion of the increased importance of the transatlantic partnership in the years ahead.

The Convoy Solution to Combating Piracy

Mon, 11 May 2009 00:00:00 GMT

Piracy has been a growing problem in the waters off Somalia for several years, and was recently thrust into the headlines with an April hijacking of a United States-flagged cargo ship. Michael O'Hanlon and Stephen Solarz outline a process in which the United States and international partners can combat piracy by using of World War II-style convoys.

Europe's Problematic Contribution to Police Training in Afghanistan

Mon, 04 May 2009 00:00:00 GMT

Federiga Bindi argues that the recent NATO summit provided Europe with an opportunity to fulfill promises and contribute to a successful outcome in Afghanistan. Since the solution in Afghanistan will need more than military success, Bindi outlines ways in which Europe can contribute to building governance and rule-of-law structures.

A Tighter Command Is Needed in Afghanistan

Fri, 10 Apr 2009 00:00:00 GMT

Michael O'Hanlon and Ömer Taşpınar write that the Obama administration's plan for Afghanistan and Pakistan is generally strong, but it also requires improvement. Most importantly, O'Hanlon and Taşpınar believe command arrangements need to be strengthened, based on the three-person Iraq model and broadened to include a foreign leader like Turkey's foreign minister Hikmet Cetin.

President Obama's Trip to Europe and Iraq

Thu, 09 Apr 2009 13:52:48 GMT

With stops in London for the G-20 Summit, France and Germany for NATO and additional visits to Turkey and Iraq, President Obama has completed his first major trip abroad as the nation’s leader. Darrell West examines the president’s overseas meetings and the impact they’ll have on his policies.

Obama Sees Turkey's Influence and Value

Thu, 09 Apr 2009 00:00:00 GMT

During President Obama's recent trip to Turkey, former national security adviser Samuel Berger and Brookings visiting fellow Mark Parris wrote that Turkey is worth the time and effort. Though the U.S. and Turkey cannot expect their strategic partnership to be seamless, Turkey can play an important role from Afghanistan to the Middle East and into Europe.

Le tournant d'Obama en Afghanistan

Wed, 08 Apr 2009 00:00:00 GMT

In this online chat with Le Nouvel Observateur, Justin Vaisse discusses Obama's trip to Europe and his new strategy for Afghanistan. (French)

Barack Obama's First NATO Summit

Thu, 02 Apr 2009 15:20:20 GMT

As NATO celebrates its 60th anniversary, Visiting Fellow Steven Pifer says the alliance has serious business to conduct. President Obama and other alliance leaders will address issues of critical importance including unrest in Afghanistan and Russia’s relationship with its neighbors.

The Scouting Report: 60th Anniversary NATO Summit

Wed, 01 Apr 2009 12:30:00 GMT

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April 01, 2009, 12:30 PM to 01:30 PM

During his trip to Europe this week, President Obama will attend the NATO Summit where leaders will celebrate its 60th anniversary. Brookings expert Steven Pifer and Senior Politico Editor Fred Barbash previewed the summit and analyzed what Obama wants to accomplish in Europe in this week's web chat.

Tackling NATO's Challenges

Mon, 30 Mar 2009 15:00:00 GMT

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March 30, 2009, 3:00 PM to 4:30 PM

When President Barack Obama and NATO leaders met in early April to celebrate the NATO alliance’s 60th anniversary, they also confronted the daunting challenges facing NATO today. Prior to the event, the Center on the United States and Europe at Brookings held a public discussion to preview President Obama’s first NATO summit.

Obama’s Turkey Policy: Bringing Credibility to “Strategic Partnership”

Thu, 26 Mar 2009 00:00:00 GMT

Omer Taspinar writes that under the Obama administration American foreign policy will be engaged in genuine coalition building with allies. Taspinar believes such a return to multilateralism will have a positive impact on transatlantic and Turkish-American relations and he outlines issues which are likely to come up over the course of the next few years.

An Exit Strategy is a Must-Have for Afghanistan

Wed, 25 Mar 2009 00:00:00 GMT

President Obama has recently stated that any new approach in Afghanistan will require an exit strategy from the get-go. Michael O'Hanlon believes the U.S. can have both a success strategy and an exit strategy at once, writing that we must work with our NATO allies and plan on handing over responsibility to U.S.-trained Afghan security forces slowly over the course of several years.

The Way Forward in Afghanistan

Thu, 26 Feb 2009 00:00:00 GMT

Jeremy Shapiro spoke with Spiegel Online about how to move forward in Afghanistan and why a troop surge may not be the answer.

How to Improve U.S.-Italy Relations and Why They Matter

Thu, 26 Feb 2009 00:00:00 GMT

On the occasion of the first meeting between U.S. Secretary of State Hillary Clinton and Italian Foreign Minister Franco Frattini, Federiga Bindi discusses the state of Italy-U.S. relations and suggests ways to improve them.

An Agenda for U.S.-Russian Relations in 2009

Wed, 25 Feb 2009 00:00:00 GMT

As the Bush administration came to a close, U.S.-Russian relations had fallen to their lowest point since the collapse of the Soviet Union. In testimony before the House Committee on Foreign Affairs, Steven Pifer discussed how the Obama administration can engage Russia to meet challenges such as controlling nuclear materials, pressing Iran to forgo nuclear arms, maintaining access to Afghanistan, and countering international terrorism.

A Russian "Reset Button" Based on Inclusion

Mon, 23 Feb 2009 00:00:00 GMT

Vice President Joseph Biden made headlines by proclaiming the Obama administration’s intention to "press the reset button” in U.S.-Russian relations. While some world capitals are concerned that Russia is cracking down at home and throwing its weight around abroad, Strobe Talbott explains that the Russians have provided an opening for renewed diplomacy and that the United States and its partners should encourage them to integrate into a globalized world.

In Search of Lost Time: Turkey-U.S. Relations after Bush

Thu, 19 Feb 2009 00:00:00 GMT

The past eight years witnessed a sharp evolution of the Turkey-US relationship, but a change in rhetoric substance was ushered in with the second Bush administration that eventually came to the rescue. Sinan Ülgen argues the election of Barack Obama provides an opportunity for Ankara and Washington to put behind their differences decisively and to concentrate on advancing a more ambitious transatlantic agenda.

Averting Crisis in Ukraine

Sat, 31 Jan 2009 00:00:00 GMT

Steven Pifer comprehensively analyzes Ukraine's difficulties, related to both domestic conditions and foreign policy, and recommends ways for the United States to encourage Ukraine on a path of stability and integration with the West.

How Not to Lose Afghanistan: Breaking the Taliban’s Momentum

Mon, 26 Jan 2009 00:00:00 GMT

Barack Obama has said that his priority in the war on terrorism is Afghanistan, and is poised to increase troop levels there, perhaps by as many as 30,000. Bruce Riedel joined several other analysts to discuss military and political strategy in the region.

Europa-USA: il momento della verità

Wed, 21 Jan 2009 00:00:00 GMT

After two years of “Europe for Obama”, it’s time to focus on the points of common interest between the new U.S. president and the European Union. Will there be stronger cooperation between the two sides of the Atlantic? What kind of Europe will welcome President Obama next spring? Federiga Bindi offers insights into the future of the U.S.-European relationship under Obama’s leadership.

The Russia-Ukraine Natural Gas Battle

Wed, 07 Jan 2009 00:00:00 GMT

Following a dispute between Russia and Ukraine, Gazprom halted natural gas shipments through Ukraine, prompting shortages across Europe and growing calls of alarm. In an interview on the Diane Rehm Show, Clifford Gaddy discusses the essence of this dispute and the risks for Russia’s reputation.

Expand the Agenda in Pakistan and Afghanistan

Thu, 18 Dec 2008 10:00:00 GMT

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December 18, 2008, 10:00 AM to 11:30 AM

Seven years after the 9/11 attacks, the border region between Pakistan and Afghanistan remains the front line in the war on terror. On December 18, Brookings Fellow Vanda Felbab-Brown offered a public memo to President-elect Obama with recommendations to expand an agenda of peace and stability to Pakistan and Afghanistan.

Afghanistan is Not Iraq—but ...

Fri, 12 Dec 2008 00:00:00 GMT

Michael O'Hanlon analyzes the deteriorating security situation in Afghanistan. He argues that the basic principles of counterinsurgency are similar enough in both places that some of the lessons learned in securing Iraq should be used in Afghanistan.

Don't Rush Georgia and Ukraine into NATO

Tue, 02 Dec 2008 00:00:00 GMT

Press reports indicate the Bush administration is pursuing a final bold foreign policy move -- agreeing to offer Georgia and Ukraine rapid membership to NATO by bypassing normal procedures. Michael O'Hanlon argues this is a bad idea, writing it is likely to worsen U.S.-Russia relations and increase the risk of war.

The Implications of the Mumbai Attacks for Afghanistan

Sun, 30 Nov 2008 00:00:00 GMT

Brookings fellow Vanda Felbab-Brown writes that the bloody terrorist attacks in Mumbai have serious repercussions for NATO efforts to stabilize Afghanistan and defeat the Taliban insurgency. Among other recommendations, Felbab-Brown believes the U.S. and NATO must discourage Afghanistan's political leaders from exploiting regional tensions.

Ukraine, Georgia and MAP – Time for Plan B

Wed, 29 Oct 2008 00:00:00 GMT

Steven Pifer believes bids by Ukraine and Georgia for NATO membership action plans (MAPs), though strongly supported by the U.S., are likely to fail. Pifer says involved parties should accept that asking for MAPs in December is a recipe for defeat, but also that NATO should make it clear to Russia it cannot draw new lines through Europe.

Policy Options in Afghanistan

Tue, 28 Oct 2008 00:00:00 GMT

Violence in Afghanistan has increased dramatically and now paralyzes much of the country. Vanda Felbab-Brown explores the current options for dealing with the growing crisis and makes recommendations for creating sustainable security.

What Does Russia Want? How Do We Respond?

Thu, 11 Sep 2008 00:00:00 GMT

Steven Pifer spoke before the George Bush School of Government and Public Service at Texas A&M to outline Russia's ambitions in the world, and what the U.S. can do to respond. Pifer believes that U.S. policy must be firm and principled, but it must also treat Russia as more of a partner than a problem going forward.

Russia Moved Due to U.S. Weakness

Wed, 20 Aug 2008 00:00:00 GMT

Daniel Benjamin writes that in addition to the regional consequences of the crisis between Georgia and Russia, the conflict presented challenges for U.S. foreign policy. Benjamin argues that Russia's invasion of Georgia is the result of U.S. and European failure to integrate Russia into the Western sphere and points to the lack of a coherent U.S. foreign policy toward Russia overall.

Securing Georgia

Mon, 18 Aug 2008 00:00:00 GMT

The military conflict between Russia and Georgia over two breakaway regions has subsided, but continues on in strained relations between Russia and western powers, including the United States. Carlos Pascual and Steven Pifer propose a 10-point plan to monitor events on the ground in Georgia, mobilize NATO and the UN, and enforce international law.

Russia and the Future

Sun, 17 Aug 2008 00:00:00 GMT

As the aftermath of the conflict between Russia and Georgia continues to unfold, Michael O'Hanlon offers near-term solutions as well as a longer-term strategy for both countries and the region as a whole. He notes that while Russia's behavior has been inexcusable, the U.S. will still need cooperation on important issues like Iran and North Korea.

Resurgent Russia Challenges U.S. Diplomacy

Sat, 16 Aug 2008 00:00:00 GMT

The United States has found itself in a difficult position with the conflict between Georgia and Russia. Strobe Talbott talks with Scott Simon about U.S. relations in the region.

The War in Georgia: Assessing the Aftermath

Thu, 14 Aug 2008 10:30:00 GMT

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August 14, 2008, 10:30 AM to 12:30 PM

The military clash between Russia and Georgia is one of the most serious crises of the post-Soviet and Cold War era. Daniel Benjamin, director of the Center on the United States and Europe, hosted a panel of foreign policy experts, including Brookings President Strobe Talbott, in a discussion of the implications and possible solutions to the Ossetia conflict.

War in Georgia—End of an Era, Beginning a New Cold War?

Tue, 12 Aug 2008 00:00:00 GMT

With violence erupting between Georgia and Russia, Johannes Linn analyzes the serious dilemmas confronting both countries and their citizens as well as the consequences for the global community. Linn examines the reemergence of a cold-war mentality, calls for a swift halt of Russia’s military actions and provides recommendations for the world’s response to the conflict.

Insurgents Are Not Winning in Afghanistan

Thu, 03 Jul 2008 00:00:00 GMT

Jeremy Shapiro joined Spiegel Online's Gregor Peter Schmitz to discuss the current security conditions in Afghanistan. Despite recent reports painting a grim picture, Shapiro believes NATO forces are on the right track.

U.S.-Europe Relations: What Role for NATO?

Fri, 09 May 2008 00:00:00 GMT

Ivo Daalder joins The Economist to speak about the evolving nature of NATO. The diffusion of American power and how the organization needs to handle the Kremlin are among several topics discussed.

Georgia: Between Bucharest and Brussels

Wed, 07 May 2008 16:00:00 GMT

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May 07, 2008, 4:00 PM to 5:30 PM

On May 7, the Center on the United States and Europe at Brookings (CUSE) hosted Nino Burjanadze, speaker of the Parliament of Georgia, to discuss issues likely to arise in the next six months, including Georgia’s bid to enter NATO and other Euro-Atlantic institutions, its democratic transformation, the upcoming parliamentary elections and escalating tensions with Russia over the separatist regions of Abkhazia and South Ossetia.

Ukraine and NATO Following Bucharest

Tue, 06 May 2008 00:00:00 GMT

Steven Pifer writes that even though the recent NATO summit in Bucharest did not deliver a memership action plan for Ukraine, the outcome of the meeting was positive because NATO leaders said Ukraine will become a member of the Alliance - something that NATO has never said about a country that had not already received an invitation to join.

Managing Civil Violence & Regional Conflict

Mon, 05 May 2008 00:00:00 GMT

Fragile states are both a cause and manifestation of a breakdown in international order, and civil violence often ends up crossing borders. The Managing Global Insecurity project examines new challenges to regional and international security and offers suggestions for dealing with them.

NATO: A Mockery of Enlargement

Tue, 08 Apr 2008 00:00:00 GMT

Ivo Daalder and James Goldgeier note that though "enlargement has been at the core of the NATO alliance for well over two decades," the recent summit, and failure to give membership to Macedonia, did serious damage to the policy.

Challenges of Stabilization and Reform in the Caucasus

Mon, 07 Apr 2008 12:00:00 GMT

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April 07, 2008, 12:00 PM to 2:00 PM

The Center on the United States and Europe and the Georgian Foundation for Strategic and International Studies organized and hosted this event on April 6 - 7 in Tbilisi, Georgia.

Le pari de la défense européenne mérite d'être tenté

Sun, 06 Apr 2008 00:00:00 GMT

Justin Vaisse and Pierre Haski debate what type of leader French president Nicolas Sarkozy is in historical context. (French)

Sarkozy, le gaulliste décomplexé

Thu, 03 Apr 2008 00:00:00 GMT

Justin Vaisse and Pierre Haski debate what type of leader French president Nicolas Sarkozy is in historical context. (French)

Optimism in Afghanistan

Wed, 02 Apr 2008 16:24:01 GMT

Is Afghanistan on the brink of failure? Not necessarily, though the challenges in Afghanistan do remain formidable, says Brookings expert Jeremy Shapiro, who recently returned from Afghanistan and saw optimism among U.S. and NATO ground forces there.

NATO: Membership and Identity in a Post-Cold War World

Mon, 31 Mar 2008 00:00:00 GMT

This week, Romania is hosting the twentieth NATO summit. Brookings Russia specialist Clifford Gaddy discusses the direction and relevance of NATO in a post-Cold War world.

Le revirement de Nicolas Sarkozy sur l'Europe

Wed, 19 Mar 2008 00:00:00 GMT

Justin Vaisse discusses the upcoming French presidency of the European Union. (French)

NATO: Enlargement and Effectiveness

Tue, 11 Mar 2008 00:00:00 GMT

In advance of the upcoming NATO Summit in Bucharest, Philip Gordon testified before the Senate Foreign Relations Committee. Gordon addressed the future of NATO's role in Afghanistan given the continuing instability in that country. Gordon also offered suggestions for further enlargement of the alliance in Europe, which he believes will bolster security in the region.

Afghanistan and NATO: Forging the 21st Century Alliance

Fri, 29 Feb 2008 13:30:00 GMT

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February 29, 2008, 1:30 PM to 3:00 PM

The NATO-led operation in Afghanistan is challenging an alliance born in the Cold War to face twenty-first century security issues. Brookings welcomed NATO Secretary General Jaap de Hoop Scheffer for a discussion on the effectiveness of the International Security Assistance Force operation in Afghanistan and what is needed for NATO and the international community to achieve success.

Building Capacity for Stabilization & Reconstruction

Tue, 29 Jan 2008 00:00:00 GMT

In testimony before the House Armed Services Subcommittee on Oversight & Investigations Carlos Pascual addressed the need to increase U.S. stabilization and reconstruction capacity in weak or failed states. He notes that "stabilization and reconstruction initiatives require multilateral cooperation ... and the capacity to sustain them over at least a 5-10 year period."

NATO’s Big Mission: The United States, Europe and the Challenge of Afghanistan

Tue, 13 Nov 2007 16:00:00 GMT

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November 13, 2007, 4:00 PM to 5:30 PM

On November 13, the Brookings Institution hosted a discussion to analyze the current political and security situation in Afghanistan, as well as U.S. and European policies and options.

Take Some Cues From the Cold War, Mr. President

Sun, 19 Aug 2007 00:00:00 GMT

From George Kennan's "Long Telegram" in 1948 to the end of the Cold War, Philip Gordon offers four lessons that the United States ought to apply in combating terrorists today.

Fourth Annual Conference

Mon, 30 Apr 2007 00:00:00 GMT

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April 30, 2007 at 12:00 AM

At its most recent annual conference, the Brookings Center on the United States and Europe focused on three issues: the French elections which brought Nicolas Sarkozy to power, NATO’s difficult mission in Afghanistan, and the implications of Europe’s changing demographics.

Afghanistan's Opium Wars

Tue, 20 Feb 2007 00:00:00 GMT

Opinion by Vanda Felbab-Brown, The Wall Street Journal (2/20/07)

NATO Must Do More in Afghanistan

Mon, 05 Feb 2007 00:00:00 GMT

Opinion by Bruce Riedel and Karl F. Inderfurth, International Herald Tribune (2/5/07)

Democracies of the World, Unite

Mon, 01 Jan 2007 00:00:00 GMT

The Bush revolution in foreign policy is over. After September 11, the Administration acted on the conviction that an America that dared to shake off the constraints of international rules, laws and institutions could remake the world for the better.

Who and Why: The Concert of Democracies

Fri, 15 Dec 2006 00:00:00 GMT

Opinion by Ivo H. Daalder, TPM Caf� (12/15/06)

U.S. and Europe Must Learn About Alliances

Thu, 14 Dec 2006 00:00:00 GMT

Opinion by Ivo H. Daalder and James Goldgeier, Financial Times (12/14/06)

Bush Attends NATO Summit in Latvia

Tue, 28 Nov 2006 00:00:00 GMT

Internet Chat with Ivo H. Daalder, washingtonpost.com (11/28/06)

Afghanistan: The Taliban Resurgent and NATO

Tue, 28 Nov 2006 00:00:00 GMT

The stakes in Afghanistan are high. With the growing disillusionment with the war in Iraq in America and elsewhere, there is a real risk that Afghanistan will be branded as just another failed mission. Bruce Riedel argues that “whatever we do in Iraq, we cannot afford to fail again in Afghanistan.”

Global Challenges for NATO

Mon, 27 Nov 2006 00:00:00 GMT

Opinion by Ivo H. Daalder and James Goldgeier, El Pais (11/27/06)

NATO Summit? What Summit?

Mon, 27 Nov 2006 00:00:00 GMT

Opinion by Ivo H. Daalder, TPM Cafe (11/27/06)

NATO: For Global Security, Expand the Alliance

Thu, 12 Oct 2006 00:00:00 GMT

Opinion by Ivo H. Daalder and James Goldgeier (10/12/06)

Global NATO

Fri, 01 Sep 2006 00:00:00 GMT

Article by Ivo H. Daalder and James Goldgeier, Foreign Affairs (September/October 2006)

Remarks on the Current Policy Options for Darfur

Thu, 13 Apr 2006 00:00:00 GMT

Carlos Pascual discusses future U.S. policy in Darfur. He asserts the U.S. needs to continue to support AU and U.N. peacekeeping and humanitarian efforts, as well as place pressure on China to divert their economic interests from Sudan.

NATO's Growing Role in the Greater Middle East

Wed, 01 Mar 2006 00:00:00 GMT

Paper by Philip H. Gordon, Emirates Lecture Series (Spring 2006)

Winter in Afghanistan

Wed, 01 Mar 2006 00:00:00 GMT

Opinion by Philip Gordon, E!Sharp (March 2006)

Turkey: On Europe's Verge?

Tue, 07 Feb 2006 00:00:00 GMT

Article by by Henri J. Barkey and Omer Taspinar, Great Decisions (2006)

Back Up NATO's Afghanistan Force

Sun, 08 Jan 2006 00:00:00 GMT

Opinion by Philip H. Gordon, International Herald Tribune (1/8/06)

The Anatomy of Anti-Americanism in Turkey

Wed, 16 Nov 2005 00:00:00 GMT

Article by Omer Taspinar, The Brookings Institution (11/16/05)

Now's Not the Time for Europe to Go Wobbly

Sun, 03 Jul 2005 00:00:00 GMT

Opinion by Ivo H. Daalder and James M. Goldgeier

The Rise of Europe's Defense Industry

Sun, 01 May 2005 00:00:00 GMT

Seth G. Jones, U.S. Europe Analysis Paper (May 2005)

The Iraq War: Departure Does Not Mean Defeat

Wed, 23 Feb 2005 00:00:00 GMT

Opinion by James B. Steinberg and Michael E. O'Hanlon, The Financial Times (2/23/05)

An Alliance of Democracies: Our Way or the Highway

Sat, 06 Nov 2004 00:00:00 GMT

Opinion by Ivo H. Daalder and James M. Lindsay, Financial Times (11/6/04)

Let's Finish the Job in Afghanistan

Wed, 13 Oct 2004 00:00:00 GMT

Opinion by Michael E. O'Hanlon and Adriana Lins de Albuquerque, Baltimore Sun (10/13/04)

NATO's Next Century

Wed, 01 Sep 2004 00:00:00 GMT

Analysis by Robert Hunter (September 2004)

European Security and Defence Policy: The First Five Years

Wed, 01 Sep 2004 00:00:00 GMT

Article by Philip H. Gordon, EU Security and Defence Policy ? the first five years (1999-2004) (2004)

The Urgent Need to Save Lives with Force

Thu, 26 Aug 2004 00:00:00 GMT

Article by Michael O'Hanlon and John Prendergast, Financial Times (8/26/2004)

Sharing the Burden

Mon, 19 Jul 2004 00:00:00 GMT

Opinion by Michael E. O'Hanlon, Baltimore Sun (7/19/04)

Istanbul Summit: An Alliance Waiting for November

Mon, 28 Jun 2004 00:00:00 GMT

Opinion by Philip H. Gordon and Jeremy Shapiro, International Herald Tribune (6/28/04)

A European Front

Sun, 20 Jun 2004 00:00:00 GMT

Opinion by Philip H. Gordon and Jeremy Shapiro, San Jose Mercury News (6/20/04)

An Alliance of Democracies

Sun, 23 May 2004 00:00:00 GMT

Opinion by Ivo H. Daalder and James Lindsay, Washington Post (5/23/04)