The European Union recognizes disinformation as a key threat to democratic life and yet lacks adequate tools to confront it.
Balkan Corruption Is Russia’s Faithful Friend
The Balkans remain a principal theater in Russia’s multi-faceted war against Europe
Serbia’s Vaccine Diplomacy Can Build Balkan Trust
Serbia is working to make this a reality, one jab at a time
In the Balkans, Serbia Has Its Own Vaccine Diplomacy
Covid-19 vaccines have a powerful political value for smaller countries too
Military Mobility Appendix 4: Western Balkans
Europe’s Soft Underbelly
The Serbia-Kosovo Dialogue: Ripe for Resolution?
The United States and Europe must invest more to help Belgrade and Pristina find common ground
Kremlin Sows Discord in Western Balkans
Covid-19 is the latest of many emergencies used to amplify propaganda narratives in the region.
Chinese Vaccine Diplomacy Comes to Serbia
A successful influence operation requires a willing ally on the ground.
The Twin Authoritarian Challenge in the Western Balkans
Chinese and Russian disinformation efforts in the Western Balkans have achieved a dangerous synergy. The COVID crisis is only making their work easier.
Inbox: Getting Serbia-Kosovo Normalization Right
The ongoing dialogue is in disarray, with the latest US-brokered agreement between the two sides a mishmash of commitments. The Biden administration needs to coordinate efforts with European allies to present a common agenda if it’s to get Belgrade and Pristina to “yes.”