At Vilnius, the EU Must Reconcile Norms with Realism

It seems the build-up to Vilnius has, in other words, shown the limits of the EU’s normative foreign policy in its Eastern neighborhood. The EU’s engagement in Ukraine is critical, but its abilities to foster reform have been damaged.

Bulgarians Take to the Streets

The peaceful, anti-establishment protests taking place in Bulgaria have been overshadowed by the recent radical upheavals in Cairo, Istanbul, and Sao Paulo.

What the Trans-Adriatic Pipeline Means for Europe's Energy Diversity

A consortium of energy companies operating in the Caspian Basin came to a decision about the transportation of their gas from the Turkish border to Europe.

A U.S. Air Force Detachment in Poland Presents a Strategic Opportunity

At a time when Central Europe has grown skeptical of Washington’s priorities, this new development is a clear signal of the United States’ strategic intent.

International Terrorism Comes to Bulgaria

In the wake of a recent suicide bombing in Sofia, Israeli PM Netanyahu immediately cast blame on Hezbollah. Yet Bulgarian authorities were hesitant to point the finger. Here's why.