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Europe

Content covering Europe, including the countries of Belgium, Denmark, France, Germany, Greece, Ireland, Italy, Spain, Sweden, Switzerland, Turkey, United Kingdom, and more.

Past Events

The Rise of Illiberal Democracy: Lessons from Hungary

PAST EVENT VIDEO

David Pressman and Suzanne Nossel discuss Hungary's descent from democracy into illiberalism.

Dec 11

Ana Miyares Photography

A Conversation with Estonian President Alar Karis

PAST EVENT VIDEO

Estonian President Alar Karis joins the Council to discuss digital innovation, cybersecurity, and Estonia's role on the front lines of collective defense.

Oct 28

Ana Miyares Photography

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Commentary

December 18, 2025

Trump’s First Year Back: What Stood Out

Podcast

Deep Dish on Global Affairs Podcast

President Donald Trump’s first year back in office changed the tone of US foreign policy. We look back at the moments that stood out.

Julia Demaree Nikhinson / AP

Global Politics

December 14, 2025

Donald Trump Wants a Resurgence in European Nationalism

In the News

Chicago Tribune

Richard C. Longworth

"In the 20th century, nationalism was the driving force behind the two world wars that destroyed Europe," Distinguished Fellow Richard Longworth writes. "Now Trump wants to return it to its prewar domination of European politics."