Eastern European and Transatlantic Network
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A research network offering a critical Canadian perspective on Eastern Europe's current political, economic, and societal situation. Hosted at the Institute of European, Russian, and Eurasian Studies at Carleton University in partnership with DND
As the European Union seeks to shape a shared strategic vision for defence, populism in the union remains an obstacle. Liam Nohr provides an analysis of EU defence posturing and policy recommendations for the contested path forward.
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Read here: carleton.ca/eetn/2025/eu...
December 5, 2025 at 12:52 PM
As the European Union seeks to shape a shared strategic vision for defence, populism in the union remains an obstacle. Liam Nohr provides an analysis of EU defence posturing and policy recommendations for the contested path forward.
Read here: carleton.ca/eetn/2025/eu...
Read here: carleton.ca/eetn/2025/eu...
Anna Robinson reflects on a year of protest and unrest in Serbia, assessing measures adopted by the regime of President Vucic and the dynamic efforts of protesters, which have resulted in varying levels of success.
Read the full piece here: carleton.ca/eetn/2025/re...
Read the full piece here: carleton.ca/eetn/2025/re...
December 3, 2025 at 7:16 PM
Anna Robinson reflects on a year of protest and unrest in Serbia, assessing measures adopted by the regime of President Vucic and the dynamic efforts of protesters, which have resulted in varying levels of success.
Read the full piece here: carleton.ca/eetn/2025/re...
Read the full piece here: carleton.ca/eetn/2025/re...
Dr. Latsabidze explores how the Washington Peace Declaration and related transport initiatives between Armenia and Azerbaijan will impact security and economic integration in the South Caucasus region.
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December 2, 2025 at 5:41 PM
Dr. Latsabidze explores how the Washington Peace Declaration and related transport initiatives between Armenia and Azerbaijan will impact security and economic integration in the South Caucasus region.
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Read: carleton.ca/eetn/2025/th...
From Albania's appointment of an AI chatbot to a ministerial position, to Canada's digital sovereignty movement. AI is here and influencing democracy.
Read here: carleton.ca/eetn/2025/de...
Read here: carleton.ca/eetn/2025/de...
December 1, 2025 at 6:19 PM
From Albania's appointment of an AI chatbot to a ministerial position, to Canada's digital sovereignty movement. AI is here and influencing democracy.
Read here: carleton.ca/eetn/2025/de...
Read here: carleton.ca/eetn/2025/de...
From Albania's appointment of an AI chatbot to a ministerial position, to Canada's digital sovereignty movement. AI is here and influencing democracy.
Read here: carleton.ca/eetn/2025/de...
Read here: carleton.ca/eetn/2025/de...
December 1, 2025 at 4:21 PM
From Albania's appointment of an AI chatbot to a ministerial position, to Canada's digital sovereignty movement. AI is here and influencing democracy.
Read here: carleton.ca/eetn/2025/de...
Read here: carleton.ca/eetn/2025/de...
Europe’s reliance on foreign-made microchips is becoming a strategic vulnerability. As supply chains tighten, even so-called “legacy” chips are emerging as critical assets with direct implications for economic security.
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Read now: carleton.ca/eetn/2025/ch...
November 29, 2025 at 10:10 PM
Europe’s reliance on foreign-made microchips is becoming a strategic vulnerability. As supply chains tighten, even so-called “legacy” chips are emerging as critical assets with direct implications for economic security.
Read now: carleton.ca/eetn/2025/ch...
Read now: carleton.ca/eetn/2025/ch...
Canada’s nation-building has often been driven by external pressure, shaping infrastructure around security and sovereignty. But this approach risks repeating historical exclusions.
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Read now by clicking here: carleton.ca/eetn/2025/bu...
November 27, 2025 at 2:50 PM
Canada’s nation-building has often been driven by external pressure, shaping infrastructure around security and sovereignty. But this approach risks repeating historical exclusions.
Read now by clicking here: carleton.ca/eetn/2025/bu...
Read now by clicking here: carleton.ca/eetn/2025/bu...
Russia’s tactics are transforming how NATO approaches security. Dr. Polianskii unpacks hybrid threats and airspace violations, while Riley Black explores the rise of drone warfare. Together, their insights show how evolving strategies are redefining the realities of conflict.
November 26, 2025 at 10:26 PM
Russia’s tactics are transforming how NATO approaches security. Dr. Polianskii unpacks hybrid threats and airspace violations, while Riley Black explores the rise of drone warfare. Together, their insights show how evolving strategies are redefining the realities of conflict.
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Ru's primary/immediate goal in these negotiations is not territory but leaving Ukraine without credible security guarantees. This would allow Ru to keep alive its hope of conquering Ukraine later and turning it into the "little Ru" colony/vassal that Ru imagines is still possible and desires deeply.
November 24, 2025 at 7:17 PM
Ru's primary/immediate goal in these negotiations is not territory but leaving Ukraine without credible security guarantees. This would allow Ru to keep alive its hope of conquering Ukraine later and turning it into the "little Ru" colony/vassal that Ru imagines is still possible and desires deeply.
Join us on November 28th in Room 3202 of Richcraft Hall for the upcoming lecture: "NATO and the Arctic - History and Prospects" hosted by Dr. Paal Hilde.
Register here: carleton.ca/eetn/event/n...
Register here: carleton.ca/eetn/event/n...
November 25, 2025 at 6:42 PM
Join us on November 28th in Room 3202 of Richcraft Hall for the upcoming lecture: "NATO and the Arctic - History and Prospects" hosted by Dr. Paal Hilde.
Register here: carleton.ca/eetn/event/n...
Register here: carleton.ca/eetn/event/n...
Join us on November 28, online or in person, for a lecture by Dr. Paal Hilde exploring NATO’s historical and future role in the Arctic.
Register by following the link: carleton.ca/eetn/event/n...
Register by following the link: carleton.ca/eetn/event/n...
November 23, 2025 at 12:43 AM
Join us on November 28, online or in person, for a lecture by Dr. Paal Hilde exploring NATO’s historical and future role in the Arctic.
Register by following the link: carleton.ca/eetn/event/n...
Register by following the link: carleton.ca/eetn/event/n...
A snapshot of key discussions on NATO’s future, Canada’s defence strategy, and the evolving global security landscape.
Read the report prepared by Anna Robinson: carleton.ca/eetn/2025/ev...
Read the report prepared by Anna Robinson: carleton.ca/eetn/2025/ev...
November 20, 2025 at 8:28 PM
A snapshot of key discussions on NATO’s future, Canada’s defence strategy, and the evolving global security landscape.
Read the report prepared by Anna Robinson: carleton.ca/eetn/2025/ev...
Read the report prepared by Anna Robinson: carleton.ca/eetn/2025/ev...
Event Reminder and Reading List: "Europe and Canada's Strategic Response to the Russia-China Axis: De-risking, Defence, and Democratic Cooperation in the Indo-Pacific."
For registration and more information, visit our website: carleton.ca/eetn/events/
For registration and more information, visit our website: carleton.ca/eetn/events/
November 19, 2025 at 6:44 PM
Event Reminder and Reading List: "Europe and Canada's Strategic Response to the Russia-China Axis: De-risking, Defence, and Democratic Cooperation in the Indo-Pacific."
For registration and more information, visit our website: carleton.ca/eetn/events/
For registration and more information, visit our website: carleton.ca/eetn/events/
Armenia appears increasingly torn between a long-standing, colonial dependence on Russia and a growing desire for genuine strategic autonomy, a tension sharpened by Moscow’s inconsistent support in recent crises.
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Read now: carleton.ca/eetn/2025/a-...
November 19, 2025 at 3:04 AM
Armenia appears increasingly torn between a long-standing, colonial dependence on Russia and a growing desire for genuine strategic autonomy, a tension sharpened by Moscow’s inconsistent support in recent crises.
Read now: carleton.ca/eetn/2025/a-...
Read now: carleton.ca/eetn/2025/a-...
Meet the voices shaping our upcoming conference. From security experts to global-affairs leaders, our speakers bring unmatched insight into Europe and Canada’s response to a changing world amidst the growing Russian-Chinese axis.
Click here to register: carleton.ca/eetn/event/e...
Click here to register: carleton.ca/eetn/event/e...
November 17, 2025 at 5:57 PM
Meet the voices shaping our upcoming conference. From security experts to global-affairs leaders, our speakers bring unmatched insight into Europe and Canada’s response to a changing world amidst the growing Russian-Chinese axis.
Click here to register: carleton.ca/eetn/event/e...
Click here to register: carleton.ca/eetn/event/e...
Save the date for our upcoming hybrid event on November 24, "Europe and Canada’s Strategic Response to the Russia–China Axis: De-risking, Defense, and Democratic Cooperation in the Indo-Pacific."
For more information and registration, visit our website.
For more information and registration, visit our website.
November 11, 2025 at 7:12 PM
Save the date for our upcoming hybrid event on November 24, "Europe and Canada’s Strategic Response to the Russia–China Axis: De-risking, Defense, and Democratic Cooperation in the Indo-Pacific."
For more information and registration, visit our website.
For more information and registration, visit our website.
This concludes our roundtable discussion, "NATO at a Crossroads: Present Challenges and Future Tensions." Thank you all for your participation, stimulating questions, and the engaging insights from our panelists.
November 7, 2025 at 10:58 PM
This concludes our roundtable discussion, "NATO at a Crossroads: Present Challenges and Future Tensions." Thank you all for your participation, stimulating questions, and the engaging insights from our panelists.
The EETN is excited to announce our second panel of speakers, representing policy insights into NATO's current issues and future challenges, at the upcoming roundtable scheduled for Nov. 7th.
For full speaker biographies and registration, visit our website.
For full speaker biographies and registration, visit our website.
November 4, 2025 at 3:02 PM
The EETN is excited to announce our second panel of speakers, representing policy insights into NATO's current issues and future challenges, at the upcoming roundtable scheduled for Nov. 7th.
For full speaker biographies and registration, visit our website.
For full speaker biographies and registration, visit our website.
This episode moves past the headlines to ask what the goals of peace mean for the rules based order and the historical legacies that have informed this current moment.
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Listen now: open.spotify.com/episode/2rnj...
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November 3, 2025 at 11:58 PM
This episode moves past the headlines to ask what the goals of peace mean for the rules based order and the historical legacies that have informed this current moment.
Listen now: open.spotify.com/episode/2rnj...
podcasts.apple.com/ca/podcast/p...
Listen now: open.spotify.com/episode/2rnj...
podcasts.apple.com/ca/podcast/p...
Türkiye, the bulwark of NATO's eastern flank, looks to maximize its own desires in the Black Sea. However, increased Canadian cooperation on initiatives can serve to fortify NATO's interests in the region.
Read: carleton.ca/eetn/2025/tu...
Read: carleton.ca/eetn/2025/tu...
October 30, 2025 at 7:23 PM
Türkiye, the bulwark of NATO's eastern flank, looks to maximize its own desires in the Black Sea. However, increased Canadian cooperation on initiatives can serve to fortify NATO's interests in the region.
Read: carleton.ca/eetn/2025/tu...
Read: carleton.ca/eetn/2025/tu...
READ: In a time where solidarity in the European Union is being tested now more than ever, comments from Germany threaten to divide the EU, alienating member states most at risk to Russian aggression.
Read now: carleton.ca/eetn/2025/do...
Read now: carleton.ca/eetn/2025/do...
October 29, 2025 at 5:59 PM
READ: In a time where solidarity in the European Union is being tested now more than ever, comments from Germany threaten to divide the EU, alienating member states most at risk to Russian aggression.
Read now: carleton.ca/eetn/2025/do...
Read now: carleton.ca/eetn/2025/do...
Part 2: We are excited to announce our first panel of speakers, representing academic insights into NATO's current issues and future challenges, at the upcoming event scheduled for Nov. 7th.
For speaker biographies, click: carleton.ca/eetn/event/n...
For speaker biographies, click: carleton.ca/eetn/event/n...
October 28, 2025 at 11:59 PM
Part 2: We are excited to announce our first panel of speakers, representing academic insights into NATO's current issues and future challenges, at the upcoming event scheduled for Nov. 7th.
For speaker biographies, click: carleton.ca/eetn/event/n...
For speaker biographies, click: carleton.ca/eetn/event/n...
Part 1: We are excited to announce our first panel of speakers, representing academic insights into NATO's current issues and future challenges, at the upcoming event scheduled for Nov. 7th.
For speaker biographies, click: carleton.ca/eetn/event/n....
For speaker biographies, click: carleton.ca/eetn/event/n....
October 28, 2025 at 11:57 PM
Part 1: We are excited to announce our first panel of speakers, representing academic insights into NATO's current issues and future challenges, at the upcoming event scheduled for Nov. 7th.
For speaker biographies, click: carleton.ca/eetn/event/n....
For speaker biographies, click: carleton.ca/eetn/event/n....
READ: As Canada deals with growing security challenges and military reform, it must look to European and Arctic allies for solutions. Strengthening national defense and adapting to a shifting security culture are essential.
carleton.ca/eetn/2025/na...
carleton.ca/eetn/2025/na...
October 27, 2025 at 1:47 PM
READ: As Canada deals with growing security challenges and military reform, it must look to European and Arctic allies for solutions. Strengthening national defense and adapting to a shifting security culture are essential.
carleton.ca/eetn/2025/na...
carleton.ca/eetn/2025/na...