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"The almost immediate political spat that arose from the London Bridge incident has occluded some of the bigger lessons to be drawn from the attack. The focus on prisons, probation and who exactly passed the legislation responsible for the terrorist's release has ignored the wider points raised by this case. "
Politicians don't understand the true nature of the terror threat
In The News, 3 December 2019 Tags: UK Counter-terrorism, Tackling Extremism, UK, Terrorism, Europe
The British Public Still Believes in NATO – Even if Most Cannot Say What It Does
Commentary, 3 December 2019
Joel Rogers de Waal
New YouGov/RUSI polling portrays a kind of ignorant faith in NATO but also significant doubts that UK defence capability is fit for modern purpose.
Tags: NATO, Defence Policy, UK, International Institutions, National Security, UK Defence, Europe
"“The path towards terrorism is individual, complex and non-linear, so the mechanism for dealing with it is always going to be constrained by this reality and essentially unpredictability,” Emily Winterbotham said. “This doesn’t mean we shouldn’t try to deradicalise or disengage people, but we need to be realistic about the chances of success.” "
London Bridge attack: the difficulty in reforming extremists
In The News, 2 December 2019 Tags: UK Counter-terrorism, Tackling Extremism, Terrorism and Conflict, UK, Terrorism, Europe
Macron is Mistaken – NATO Remains the Continent’s Best Defence
RUSI Newsbrief, 28 November 2019
Jonathan Eyal
Emmanuel Macron’s criticism of the transatlantic Alliance is both counterproductive and flawed in its analysis – and his proposals for European security independence are equally misguided.
Tags: NATO, Europe
Britain, Estonia and the Wider North
Commentary, 27 November 2019
Caroline Kennedy-Pipe and Duncan Depledge
The UK is at the forefront of NATO’s efforts to secure its Baltic members. We argue Britain requires an expansive strategy that covers not just the High North, as has been touted since 2018, but incorporates a vision of a Wider North. That means viewing the security of the Baltic states in tandem with that of our Nordic allies.
Tags: NATO, Global Security Issues, Europe
Securing the Integrity of the EU’s Financial System is Overdue – Why is Progress so Slow?
Commentary, 26 November 2019
Like the proverbial frog in boiling water, the EU knows something is wrong; it just can’t decide what to do.
Tags: Centre for Financial Crime and Security Studies, European Union, Organised Crime, EuropePages
The British Public Still Believes in NATO – Even if Most Cannot Say What It Does
Commentary, 3 December 2019Joel Rogers de Waal
New YouGov/RUSI polling portrays a kind of ignorant faith in NATO but also significant doubts that UK defence capability is fit for modern purpose.
NATO, Defence Policy, UK, International Institutions, National Security, UK Defence, Europe
Britain, Estonia and the Wider North
Commentary, 27 November 2019Caroline Kennedy-Pipe and Duncan Depledge
The UK is at the forefront of NATO’s efforts to secure its Baltic members. We argue Britain requires an expansive strategy that covers not just the High North, as has been touted since 2018, but incorporates a vision of a Wider North. That means viewing the security of the Baltic states in tandem with that of our Nordic allies.
NATO, Global Security Issues, Europe
Securing the Integrity of the EU’s Financial System is Overdue – Why is Progress so Slow?
Commentary, 26 November 2019Like the proverbial frog in boiling water, the EU knows something is wrong; it just can’t decide what to do.
Centre for Financial Crime and Security Studies, European Union, Organised Crime, Europe
A New Direction for EU Sanctions: The New Commission and the Use of Sanctions
Commentary, 21 November 2019Emil Dall
As the new EU Commission takes office, responsibility for the EU’s sanctions portfolio appears to have moved between commissioners. The move is part of a focus on stricter sanctions enforcement within the EU, but could also lay the groundwork for redefining the role and impact of EU sanctions.
Centre for Financial Crime and Security Studies, United States, European Union, Europe
NATO vs Russia at 70
Commentary, 6 November 2019Peter Roberts
The competition between NATO and Russia is not going the Alliance’s way. Russia has encircled Europe and divided the Alliance. How odd then that NATO is in such a self-congratulatory mood on its 70th anniversary.
NATO, North America, Russia, Military Sciences, Global Security Issues, EuropePages
In Context podcast - Episode 13 - Sir John Scarlett
Multimedia, 29 August 2019In this episode Karin talks to Sir John Scarlett about his career in the British Secret Intelligence Service, including his time as Chief. They discuss the collapse of the Soviet Union, 9/11 and even...
Tags: The decade after 9/11, The War on Terror, Defence Policy, UK, Intelligence, International Institutions, Terrorism, Europe
Dr Aniseh Bassiri Tabrizi on the Iran Nuclear Deal
Multimedia, 18 June 2019Dr Aniseh Bassiri Tabrizi talks to BBC News about the Iran Nuclear Deal. One year after the U.S. withdrew from the Iran Deal, Iran is looking to scale back its commitment.
Tags: United States, Iran, Americas, Germany, International Security Studies, Russia, France, UK, Europe, Middle East and North Africa
Someone Had To Do It - Reflections from D-Day
Multimedia, 31 May 2019 Tags: Germany, France, UK, History, Military Personnel, Europe
In Context podcast - Episode 2: Baroness Ashton
Multimedia, 12 October 2018This time Karin von Hippel talks to the European Union’s former foreign policy chief, Baroness Cathy Ashton. We’ll be talking about the EU, the Iran Deal and... Daleks.
Tags: Europe
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, EuropePages
Macron is Mistaken – NATO Remains the Continent’s Best Defence
RUSI Newsbrief, 28 November 2019Jonathan Eyal
Emmanuel Macron’s criticism of the transatlantic Alliance is both counterproductive and flawed in its analysis – and his proposals for European security independence are equally misguided.
NATO, RUSI Newsbrief, Europe
#WeAreNATO: Strategic Communications, Engagement and Lessons Learnt
RUSI Newsbrief, 22 November 2019Igor Merheim-Eyre and John G L J Jacobs
The #WeAreNATO campaign is an important tool to communicate the purpose and benefits of the Alliance. But to make it more durable, greater effort needs to be put into complementing top-down...
NATO, RUSI Newsbrief, Europe
Requirements for the UK’s Amphibious Forces in the Future Operating Environment
Occasional Papers, 20 November 2019Sidharth Kaushal and Jack Watling
This paper outlines the role that littoral areas will have in the Future Operating Environment and the strategic requirements that will drive the development of the littoral strike concept and the...
Armed Forces, Occasional Papers, Equipment and Acquisitions, Global Strategy and Commitments, Military Sciences, Defence Policy, UK, Land Forces, Maritime Forces, UK Defence, Europe
The 2% Target: Spending Increases and the Russian Threat
RUSI Newsbrief, 8 November 2019Malcolm Chalmers
While all NATO countries have increased defence spending since 2014, the Alliance’s new members have done the most.
Defence Spending, NATO, North America, RUSI Newsbrief, Europe
European Allies in US Multi-Domain Operations
Occasional Papers, 23 September 2019Jack Watling and Daniel Roper
This Occasional Paper outlines strategies for integrating European allies with the US Army's Multi-Domain Operations operating concept.
United States, US Defence Policy, NATO, Occasional Papers, Military Sciences, Defence Management, Defence Policy, Global Security Issues, International Institutions, Land Forces, Maritime Forces, Military Personnel, EuropePages
Reflections on D-Day: The Battle for Normandy
Events, 30 May 2019A panel discussion to commemorate the 75th anniversary of D-Day, the Battle for Normandy.
United States, UK, History, Europe
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
Prime Minister Erna Solberg on the Security Policy Challenges Facing Norway and Europe today
Events, 6 June 2018An address by Her Excellency Mrs Erna Solberg, Prime Minister of the Kingdom of Norway.
NATO, International Institutions, 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, PacificPages
"The almost immediate political spat that arose from the London Bridge incident has occluded some of the bigger lessons to be drawn from the attack. The focus on prisons, probation and who exactly passed the legislation responsible for the terrorist's release has ignored the wider points raised by this case."
Politicians don't understand the true nature of the terror threat
In The News, 3 December 2019 Tags: UK Counter-terrorism, Tackling Extremism, UK, Terrorism, Europe
"“The path towards terrorism is individual, complex and non-linear, so the mechanism for dealing with it is always going to be constrained by this reality and essentially unpredictability,” Emily Winterbotham said. “This doesn’t mean we shouldn’t try to deradicalise or disengage people, but we need to be realistic about the chances of success.”"
London Bridge attack: the difficulty in reforming extremists
In The News, 2 December 2019 Tags: UK Counter-terrorism, Tackling Extremism, Terrorism and Conflict, UK, Terrorism, Europe
Huawei and Siemens
In The News, 26 November 2019 Tags: China, Modern Deterrence, Military Sciences, UK, Europe, Pacific
"This week marks 30 years since the Berlin Wall came down, signalling the end off the decades-long Cold War. It was the single most important moment since the end of World War II. On the night of November 9, 1989 - the Berlin Wall came crashing down. It drew to a close one of Europe's darkest chapters. Since 1961, the wall was a physical reminder of a divided East and West - the Soviet Union on one side, and NATO and its Western allies on the other. Hundreds of East Germans climbed on top of the wall, chipping away at the concrete with hammers. On the other side, their cousins came out in support in their thousands. The East Germans were shouting for freedom and democracy after decades of communist rule. But did it bring about a new world order? "
What is the legacy of the fall of Berlin Wall?
In The News, 8 November 2019 Tags: Germany, History, Europe
"The UK has seen the highest degree of success in securing its strategic objectives vìs-à-vìs Iran when closely coordinating its policies with both its European partners (France and Germany in particular) and the US, often playing a crucial role as a mediator between the two sides."
Written evidence submitted by Dr Aniseh Bassiri Tabrizi (RUSI)
In The News, 8 November 2019 Tags: Iran's Nuclear Programme, Iran, International Security Studies, UK, Proliferation and Nuclear Policy, Europe, Middle East and North Africa
Clarity on Brexit: The Security Consequences
Hong Kong After the District Council Elections: Will Anything Change?
Sir Michael Howard - A Tribute