Category: Webinars
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Russia’s war against Ukraine has fundamentally changed the geopolitical environment in which EU enlargement takes place. Once viewed primarily as an instrument of democratic transformation and economic integration, enlargement is increasingly also understood as a matter of European security, geopolitical influence and resilience. Estonia offers a particularly interesting perspective. Having joined the European Union during…
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More than 189 provocations by Russia against NATO member states; Russian drones penetrating NATO airspace; shooting down NATO member states’ aircraft, planning terrorist acts; escalating bravado, etc. Where are we heading? Imminent war or just testing the ground? Host: Alex Petriashvili Speaker: Kurt Volker
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US announced economic D-Day against Iran. Is it a key to the end of the conflict? Is this a new phase of war or preparatory work for it? Elections in Israel, Midterms in US – Could the outcome of the elections affect the conflict in the Middle East and if yes, how? We discussed these…
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What can other European countries can learn from Estonia’s approach to security, resilience and defense? How does a small country bordering Russia prepare itself for an increasingly unpredictable security environment? What does Estonia’s concept of total defence mean in practice, and how does it combine military preparedness with civil resilience, cyber security, reserve forces and…
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The US and Iran signed the MoU. What is this MoU about? Is the war over? Who are the winners and losers of this war? What lessons have been learned?
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European Political Community and EU-Armenia Summits on May 4–5 in Yerevan were indeed historic for Armenia and the South Caucasus, as well as a powerful demonstration of support to PM Pashinyan of Armenia ahead of crucial parliamentary elections in June. Is Europe on the right path to make itself free and whole, as President George…
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While ceasefires appear to be holding and one side has announced a new round of negotiations, uncertainty remains—particularly regarding the status of the Strait of Hormuz. This discussion will examine the conflict’s current state, ongoing diplomatic efforts, and potential scenarios for how and when the war might end. Speaker:Mr. Alex Vatanka — Senior Fellow, Middle East Institute Moderator:Amb. Alex Petriashvili —…
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This online discussion explores Armenia’s forthcoming elections and their broader political and geopolitical implications. As Armenia approaches a pivotal electoral moment, the country faces a complex intersection of domestic political competition, post-conflict recalibration, and shifting geopolitical alignments. The upcoming elections are not only a test of political leadership, but also a reflection of deeper societal…
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This online discussion explores the evolving security landscape of the Baltic states amid growing uncertainty in transatlantic relations. For decades, Estonia, Latvia, and Lithuania have relied on the United States as the cornerstone of their security architecture within NATO. However, recent debates about a possible reduction of U.S. commitments to Europe raise questions about the…
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On Friday, 9 January, GFSIS-E hosted a webinar where speakers discussed Venezuela amid exceptional geopolitical change, as U.S. actions reflect a shifting security strategy, internal political dynamics, and a broader reconfiguration of global power. The webinar explored Venezuela as a strategic test case for international law, intervention norms, and broader implications for Latin America, transatlantic…