To examine the implications of the Russia-Ukraine conflict for Europe, the Malcolm H. Kerr Carnegie Middle East Center is organizing a public panel discussion on Wednesday, July 20 from 16:00 till 17:30 Beirut time with Benedetta Berti, Marc Pierini and Sinan Ülgen.

Clashes between the Government of National Accord and its eastern opponents are tearing Libya apart and poses a serious security threat to the EU.

From peaceful political and social grassroots movements to violent extremists, nonstate actors can put pressure on flawed states by demanding accountability, justice, revolutionary change, or power.

Central and Eastern Europe democracies are eager to share lessons from their transitions with democratic aspirants in the Middle East. But to translate good intentions into real impact, CEE states must distinguish themselves from other aid providers.