Europe

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Mihnea Turcitu

Europe is a continent located entirely in the Northern Hemisphere and mostly in the Eastern Hemisphere. It is bordered by the Arctic Ocean to the north, the Atlantic Ocean to the west, and the Mediterranean Sea to the south. To the east, Europe is separated from Asia by the Ural Mountains, the Ural River, and the Caspian Sea. The continent includes a diverse range of countries, including the United Kingdom, France, Germany, Italy, Spain, and many others. Europe is known for its rich history, cultural diversity, and significant influence on global politics, economics, and culture. Key regions within Europe include Western Europe, Eastern Europe, Northern Europe, and Southern Europe, each with its own unique characteristics and contributions to the continent's identity.

Articles

August Brief: More Funds For Border Protection Do Not Prevent Illegal Migration

The number of barriers is on the rise in Europe, but is this the most effective way to stop migration?

July Brief: Kaja Kallas: Gradual Accession CEPS-Template 2.0 for Staged Accession

The EU’s new High Representative for CFSP Kaja Kallas is a strong advocate for EU enlargement by “staged accession”. This Brief takes a closer look at the CEPS model for staged accession.

June Brief: Whither von der Leyen?

The 2024 EU Parliament elections will have an impact on European foreign policy. It proposes that the newly elected representatives may sort themselves into three possible coalition arrangements with different foreign policy impacts.

May Brief: Alternative strategies for Ukraine?

EU must increase internal support, as well as forge international alliances if the isolationist against Russia is to succeed.

April Brief: Europe’s Struggle for a United Stance in the Middle East Conflict

EU's internal divisions hinder unanimous decisions in the Middle East conflict, despite recent progress in humanitarian aid initiatives.

March Brief: The Impact of Europe's Withdrawal from the Sahel Region

After a wave of military coup d’états in the Sahel region, EU member states had to withdraw around 7400 troops. This security vacuum now leads to increasing instability in the region.