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A New Transatlantic Bargain: The Case for Building a Strong European Pillar

RESEARCH
Report by Coauthors

Ivo Daalder, Camille Grand, and Daniela Schwarzer cochair a task force urging a bold strategy for rebalancing the transatlantic security relationship, strengthening Europe's defense capabilities, and redefining the US-European strategic partnership in an era of shifting global threats.

the US and European Union flags wave
Jacquelyn Martin / AP
Defense and Security

Three in Four Russians Expect Military Victory over Ukraine

RESEARCH
Public Opinion Survey by Coauthors

But the public is more ready than ever to enter peace negotiations.

Women walk past a billboard with a portrait of a Russian soldier awarded for action in Ukraine and the words Glory to the heroes of Russia
Dmitri Lovetsky / AP
Public Opinion

Republican Foreign Policy Experts Signal Strong Support for Taiwan

RESEARCH
Public Opinion Survey by Coauthors

Across party lines, however, opinion leaders oppose sending US troops to Taiwan to aid Taipei's defense should China invade.

Taiwan's President Lai Ching-te listens to a briefing in an air hanger
Chiang Ying-ying / AP
US Foreign Policy

Despite Trump Withdrawal, Americans Back Paris Climate Agreement

RESEARCH
Public Opinion Survey by Lama El Baz

Most Americans—including a majority of Republicans—favor a range of measures to reverse or adapt to climate change.

A pumpjack operates in the foreground while a wind turbine at the Buckeye Wind Energy wind farm rises in the distance
Charlie Riedel / AP
Public Opinion

Russians Rally Around Putin's Foreign Policy

RESEARCH
Public Opinion Survey by Coauthors

The public shares the Kremlin's dim view of Western powers and wants to boost cooperation with BRICS members.

Russian President Vladimir Putin speaks in front of a Russian flag
Mikhail Klimentyev / Sputnik via AP
Public Opinion

US Opinion Leaders Endorse Alliances and Security Guarantees

RESEARCH
Public Opinion Survey by Coauthors

Despite President-elect Donald Trump’s aversion to alliances, foreign policy professionals across the American political spectrum believe they greatly benefit the United States.

NATO and US flags wave in the wind
Virginia Mayo / AP
Public Opinion

US Opinion Leaders Support Continued Aid to Ukraine

RESEARCH
Public Opinion Survey by Coauthors

While opinion leaders across party lines—as well as Democrats and Independents among the public—support continued assistance to Kyiv, everyday Republicans stand out in their opposition.

Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy speaks at the Ronald Reagan Institute on the sideline of NATO Summit
Jose Luis Magana / AP
Public Opinion

Americans Now Favor Strengthening US-Japan Alliance to Deal with China's Rise

RESEARCH
Public Opinion Survey by Craig Kafura

In a crisis over the Senkaku Islands, the US public favors sending additional troops to Japan—but no aid to retake the territory.

Lloyd Austin, Antony Blinken, and Fumio Kishida meet in Tokyo
Shuji Kajiyama / AP
Public Opinion

Americans and Taiwanese Favor the Status Quo

RESEARCH
Public Opinion Survey by Coauthors

The Taiwanese public expects more US aid in a potential conflict with China than Americans are willing to endorse.

Soldiers pose for group photos with a Taiwanese flag
Daniel Ceng / AP
Public Opinion

US Opinion Leaders Deeply Divided on Israel-Gaza War

RESEARCH
Public Opinion Survey by Coauthors

When it comes to the conflict in the Middle East, American foreign policy professionals are more divided along partisan lines than the general public.

Israeli soldiers take up positions next to an entrance of a tunnel in Gaza
Leo Correa / AP
Public Opinion