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NATO At 75: Can Europe Defend Itself Without U.S. Support?

By on February 15, 2024
NATO At 75: Can Europe Defend Itself  Without U.S. Support?

by HANS BINNENDIJK

America’s transatlantic allies have responded to recent threats with unity and a recommitment to defense. But can they go it alone?

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In this edition

By on August 4, 2023
In this edition

by LOU ZICKAR

In a summer that saw Britain’s Prime Minister visit the White House and America’s President visit 10 Downing Street just over one month later, the latest edition of The Ripon Forum examines The Special Relationship between the United States and the United Kingdom and its renewed importance in an increasingly volatile world.

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Should Ukraine Be Allowed to Join NATO? Yes, Ukraine is Fighting for its Freedom — and Ours

By on August 4, 2023
Should Ukraine Be Allowed to Join NATO? Yes, Ukraine is Fighting for its Freedom — and Ours

by DANIEL FRIED

Ukraine’s argument is essentially that because Russia has never attacked a NATO country, peace for Europe requires Ukraine’s NATO accession. It’s a strong argument.

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Should Ukraine Be Allowed to Join NATO? No, The Alliance is Supposed to Enhance – not Sacrifice – U.S. Security

By on August 4, 2023
Should Ukraine Be Allowed to Join NATO?   No, The Alliance is Supposed to Enhance – not Sacrifice – U.S. Security

by DOUG BANDOW

The promise to go to war should be reserved for the most important interests – ones that are vital, even existential. Ukraine is not one.

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A New Trade Relationship with Europe?

By on August 13, 2014 with 0 Comments
A New Trade Relationship with Europe?

by BILL REINSCH

The trade issues dividing the U.S. and EU are not new. What is new is our common concern about the challenge posed by China.

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