Europe’s financial, diplomatic, and military power could help create the conditions for a sequenced de-escalation in Lebanon. It is also a chance for Europe to prove its ability to act independently of the United States outside the European continent.
In response to developments in the Middle East, the EU has been weak and divided. Its leaders need to be strategic in addressing the growing insecurity and instability on the continent.
The conflict between Hamas and Israel reveals deep divisions within and among EU member states. These tensions are fueling both anti-Semitism and Islamophobia.
Pouring money into Kais Saied’s increasingly repressive regime will not solve Tunisia’s migration problem. Rather, it could lead to instability and a further exodus of people to Europe.
As part of the ENGAGE project, Carnegie Europe will be hosting this public event within the framework of the 2-day ENGAGE Regional Symposium on the MENA Region. Speakers will discuss ways for the EU to forge an effective policy towards the region.
President Zelensky’s appeal to G7 leaders for more military assistance is not only about defeating Russia. It is about making Ukraine safe for refugees to return and rebuild the country.
The Arab League’s decision to readmit Syria rewards brutality and betrays victims. It also confirms the marginalization of the United States and the irrelevance of Europe in the region.
