European leaders are facing unprecedented geopolitical challenges, from Russia’s attack on Ukraine to rising tensions over the Arctic and Greenland, all while navigating the uncertainties of an America‑first US foreign policy.
Jonathan's timely talk will examine the current trajectory of the Ukraine conflict, Europe’s defensive and diplomatic responses, and the broader implications for European sovereignty, security and its alliances.
Jonathan will also delve into how global flashpoints such as Venezuela and shifts in US policy are reshaping Europe’s strategic priorities and forcing Europe to make difficult choices about its role on the world stage.
Jonathan Paris is a London-based Middle East analyst and former fellow at the Council on Foreign Relations in New York. He is currently Senior Fellow at the Center for Advanced Studies on Terrorism (CAST) and Senior Advisor Emeritus at the Chertoff Group. He appears regularly on Sky News and Al Arabiya and has been quoted in the New York Times and other publications