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"Islamic extremists are believed to have wanted to manufacture ricin for some time. “As far as I know, this is the first time we see it made effective, but certainly not the first time we have seen aspiration in this direction,” Raffaello Pantucci, director of international security studies at the Royal United Services Institute, said. "
Islamist extremist ricin plot foiled by German police
In The News, 14 June 2018 Tags: Germany, International Security Studies, Terrorism, Europe
"Austria is one of the few European states that has a recognised, institutional structure that manages the affairs of its Muslim population. Dating back several decades, it finds its legal origins in a law that is more than a century old. The official Islamic Religious Community of Austria appears to have been sidelined in this move, which was apparently predicated on accusations that imams had foreign funding, which is now against the law in Austria. "
A tale of two countries gives opposing views of Islam in Europe
In The News, 13 June 2018 Tags: Europe
The Future of Italy’s International Military Footprint
Commentary, 12 June 2018
Elisabeth Braw
Italy’s new government, devoted to nursing the economy back to health and reliant on far-right populist parties, may be tempted to curtail the country’s active foreign military missions. It should resist this temptation, for such missions give Italy an international profile and standing that far outweighs the costs involved.
Tags: International Security Studies, International Responses, Global Security Issues, Europe
"There are probably 250 different police databases in England and Wales, from lost property to child protection’, says Alexander Babuta, a researcher at RUSI and author of the report Big Data and Policing "
There's a weapon that police could deploy against violent crime - but they're not using it
In The News, 7 June 2018 Tags: National Security and Resilience Studies, UK, Terrorism, Europe
Nord Stream II: The Battle Lines Have Been Drawn
Newsbrief, 1 June 2018
Alex Maciag
Increasing tension over Nord Stream II puts the spotlight on a West that still lacks unity or a clear policy towards Russia. The divisions over the project are adding to bitterness within the EU and the transatlantic relationship, and benefiting Moscow.
Tags: United States, Russia, Global Security Issues, Europe
The Home Front: The Future Accommodation Model for the UK Armed Forces: Obligations and Choices for Service Personnel and Families
Occasional Papers, 31 May 2018
John Louth, Trevor Taylor, Lauren Twort and Gabriela Thompson
The accommodation options offerred to defence personnel and their families are central to Britain's defence policy.
Tags: Armed Forces, Civil–Military Relations, Defence, Industries and Society, Defence Management, Defence Policy, UK, Military Personnel, UK Defence, EuropePages
The Future of Italy’s International Military Footprint
Commentary, 12 June 2018Elisabeth Braw
Italy’s new government, devoted to nursing the economy back to health and reliant on far-right populist parties, may be tempted to curtail the country’s active foreign military missions. It should resist this temptation, for such missions give Italy an international profile and standing that far outweighs the costs involved.
International Security Studies, International Responses, Global Security Issues, Europe
Collateral Damage: President Trump’s Decision on Iran and Its Impact on Europe
Commentary, 9 May 2018Emil Dall
President Trump’s decision to withdraw the US from the Iran nuclear agreement, and reimpose sanctions against Iran, will matter most in Europe.
Iran's Nuclear Programme, United States, Iran, Proliferation and Nuclear Policy, Sanctions, Proliferation and Nuclear Policy, Europe
The UK and Russia: What is to be Done?
Commentary, 20 March 2018As Lenin once quipped at a key turning moment in his revolution, chto delat? (What is to be done?). That is precisely the question facing the UK after the attempted assassination in Salisbury of Sergei Skripal and his daughter, Yulia.
Russia, UK, Europe
The Fight for Women Equality Continues
Commentary, 8 March 2018Caroline Tranter
On International Women’s Day, a member of RUSI’s staff offers some reflections on the constant struggle for a more adequate and equitable female representation in the defence and security sector.
UK, History, Military Personnel, Europe![Upgraded military families' accommodation at Bulford Camp, on Salisbury Plain in Wiltshire (library image) [Crown copyright]](https://rusi.org/sites/default/files/styles/tab_images/public/bulford220.jpg?itok=cRvCw_Xn "Upgraded military families' accommodation at Bulford Camp, on Salisbury Plain in Wiltshire (library image) [Crown copyright]")
Carillion’s Collapse: The Impact on UK Defence
Commentary, 22 January 2018John Louth
UK services and construction giant Carillion went into compulsory liquidation last week. But what does this mean for defence?
Armed Forces, Defence Spending, UK, Military Personnel, EuropePages
Brexit and European Security
Multimedia, 28 February 2018RUSI Deputy Director-General Malcolm Chalmers looks at the security implications for the UK and Europe post-Brexit.
Tags: UK, Europe
The UK's Fight Against a ‘McMafia’ World
Multimedia, 23 February 2018Tom Keatinge, Director of Centre for Financial Crime and Security Studies at RUSI, on financial crime in Latvia and UK efforts to counter money laundering.
Tags: Centre for Financial Crime and Security Studies, AML/CTF, UK, Europe
European Security in 2018
Multimedia, 4 January 2018Dr Jonathan Eyal outlines the projected developments in Europe in the year ahead.
Tags: Europe
Brexit in 2018
Multimedia, 4 January 2018RUSI Deputy Director General Professor Malcolm Chalmers discusses the prospects for Brexit in 2018.
Tags: Brexit Briefings, Europe
Anand Menon: Britain's Place in the World After Brexit
Multimedia, 26 January 2017Theresa May's visit to meet Donald Trump signals a new emphasis by the the UK government to seek favourable trade deals with the United States as it prepares to leave the European Union. Dr Jonathan...
Tags: United States, Brexit Briefings, UK, EuropePages
Nord Stream II: The Battle Lines Have Been Drawn
Newsbrief, 1 June 2018Alex Maciag
Increasing tension over Nord Stream II puts the spotlight on a West that still lacks unity or a clear policy towards Russia. The divisions over the project are adding to bitterness within the EU and...
United States, Newsbrief, Russia, Global Security Issues, Europe
The Home Front: The Future Accommodation Model for the UK Armed Forces: Obligations and Choices for Service Personnel and Families
Occasional Papers, 31 May 2018John Louth, Trevor Taylor, Lauren Twort and Gabriela Thompson
The accommodation options offerred to defence personnel and their families are central to Britain's defence policy.
Armed Forces, Civil–Military Relations, Defence, Industries and Society, Occasional Papers, Defence Management, Defence Policy, UK, Military Personnel, UK Defence, Europe
Book Review: The Bramall Papers: Reflections on War and Peace
RUSI Journal, 30 May 2018John Kiszely
John Kiszely reviews The Bramall Papers: Reflections on War and Peace, by Field Marshal Lord Bramall.
RUSI Journal, Global Strategy and Commitments, Defence Policy, UK, History, UK Defence, Europe
Escalation and Nuclear Weapons in Russia’s Military Strategy
RUSI Journal, 25 May 2018Katarzyna Zysk
The development of Russia's nuclear weapons programme suggests that the country may be prepared to use them to offset its conventional weaknesses.
RUSI Journal, Russia, Defence Policy, Proliferation and Nuclear Policy, Europe
Before the Brussels Summit: How is the NATO Alliance Doing, Really?
Newsbrief, 11 May 2018Peter Roberts
The revived Russian threat brings NATO back to its roots at this year’s summit in Brussels, which might be the most important in the Alliance’s recent history.
NATO, Newsbrief, EuropePages
David Davis on Brexit and Security
Events, 6 June 2018David Davis, Secretary of State for Exiting the European Union, discussed security co-operation post-Brexit.
UK, Europe
POSTPONED - Film Showing: Les Chevaliers Du Ciel (Sky Fighters)
Events, 18 April 2018Noted for it's spectacular air combat sequences this film screening will feature a short introduction to modern air combat with Justin Bronk, Research Fellow for Airpower.
Aerospace, Air Power and Technology, Military Sciences, Europe
Hybrid Threats in Europe: Lessons and Responses
Events, 22 February 2018Over the past few years, Europe has seen an increase in the use of ‘hybrid tactics’ by regional competitors who undertake military and non-military activities with the aim of destabilising,...
Global Security Issues, Europe, Pacific
Hope Springs Eternal? Prospects for a Durable Settlement in Cyprus
Events, 4 October 2017This panel discussion will examine the latest developments in the Cyprus peace talks.
Europe
BY INVITATION ONLY: Sanctions and Brexit: Challenges and Opportunities for UK Sanctions Policy
Events, 10 July 2017RUSI is pleased to invite you to this event examining the future of UK sanctions policy following Brexit, kindly hosted by Dechert LLP.
Centre for Financial Crime and Security Studies, Proliferation and Nuclear Policy, Sanctions, UK, Proliferation and Nuclear Policy, EuropePages
"Islamic extremists are believed to have wanted to manufacture ricin for some time. “As far as I know, this is the first time we see it made effective, but certainly not the first time we have seen aspiration in this direction,” Raffaello Pantucci, director of international security studies at the Royal United Services Institute, said."
Islamist extremist ricin plot foiled by German police
In The News, 14 June 2018 Tags: Germany, International Security Studies, Terrorism, Europe
"Austria is one of the few European states that has a recognised, institutional structure that manages the affairs of its Muslim population. Dating back several decades, it finds its legal origins in a law that is more than a century old. The official Islamic Religious Community of Austria appears to have been sidelined in this move, which was apparently predicated on accusations that imams had foreign funding, which is now against the law in Austria."
A tale of two countries gives opposing views of Islam in Europe
In The News, 13 June 2018 Tags: Europe
"There are probably 250 different police databases in England and Wales, from lost property to child protection’, says Alexander Babuta, a researcher at RUSI and author of the report Big Data and Policing"
There's a weapon that police could deploy against violent crime - but they're not using it
In The News, 7 June 2018 Tags: National Security and Resilience Studies, UK, Terrorism, Europe
"“Iran, like the EU, is unlikely to want to mix fate of the nuclear deal with that of talks on other issues,” said Aniseh Bassiri Tabrizi, a research fellow at the Royal United Services Institute in London. “At the same time, it is important for them to keep a channel of communication open with the EU, whatever happens on the nuclear deal, and the best dossier to do so is Yemen for them.”"
Iran Is Ready to Discuss Yemen Conflict With European Nations
In The News, 28 May 2018 Tags: Iran's Nuclear Programme, Iran, International Security Studies, Proliferation and Nuclear Policy, Europe
"“It could be extremely damaging,” said Jonathan Eyal, an analyst at the Royal United Services Institute. “If we don’t succeed in finding a smooth transition to a legal regime that isn’t going to be attacked through the courts then the whole judicial system will collapse. If it collapses it will be a bit difficult to retrieve. "
Post-Brexit security complicated by acrimony of Brussels talks
In The News, 25 May 2018 Tags: RUSI International, UK, Europe
Saudi Arabia and Pakistan: Moving From the Personal to the Strategic Domain
Russia is Hosting the World Cup, and the Real Terrorism Threat is Not Very High
The UK Government's Prevent Strategy