Célia Belin

Illia Ponomarenko, a Ukrainian journalist and author, shares gripping insights on life amid war. Nina Khrushcheva, great-granddaughter of Nikita Khrushchev, analyzes Russian society's evolution since the conflict began. Célia Belin discusses European security dynamics, while Senator Chris Murphy emphasizes the necessity of U.S. support for Ukraine in the face of shifting political landscapes. Together, they delve into how upcoming U.S. elections could shape the future of the war and transatlantic relations, illustrating the intertwined fates of Ukraine, Russia, and NATO.

Célia Belin, head of ECFR’s Paris office and a senior policy fellow, shares her insights on the implications of Donald Trump's potential return to the White House. She argues that Trump's foreign policy, while seemingly chaotic, follows a clear ideology that positions Europe as a target rather than an ally. The conversation explores the challenges of transatlantic trust, the impact on European leaders, and what a 'MAGA-shaped Europe' might look like, emphasizing the need for Europe to assert its identity amidst rising nationalism.

Célia Belin, head of ECFR’s Paris office and an expert on French politics, joins the conversation to dissect the recent conviction of Marine Le Pen for misusing EU funds. They unpack the significant implications of Le Pen's five-year ban from public office and its disruption of her 2027 presidential ambitions. Célia also sheds light on the broader impact of this judicial decision on Europe's far-right, discussing how it could energize populist movements or signal a turning point for judicial accountability across the continent.