Oana Lungescu

Oana Lungescu, NATO's longest-serving spokesperson and now a Distinguished Fellow at the Royal United Services Institute, shares her insights on the upcoming NATO summit. She discusses the critical need for European nations to address Russian threats seriously, and the complexities of boosting defense spending to meet U.S. expectations. Lungescu also highlights the implications of shifting U.S. military presence in Europe and the interconnectedness of global security between Europe and the Indo-Pacific, setting the stage for a challenging yet pivotal moment for NATO.

Larisa Brown, Defence Editor at The Times, and Oana Lungescu, former NATO spokesperson, delve into media's influence on global diplomacy amid the Ukraine conflict. David Remnick, Editor of The New Yorker, shares insights on the magazine's evolution and the challenges of maintaining journalistic integrity in today's landscape. Mike Isaac, Tech Correspondent, discusses the impact of AI and the journey of OpenAI's CEO. Together, they explore how Gen Z's consumption of media impacts trust and truth in journalism.

Oana Lungescu, former NATO spokesperson, and Max Griera, POLITICO reporter, discuss Romania's surprising presidential election where pro-Russia candidate Călin Georgescu shook the political landscape. They explore the influence of TikTok on his nationalist campaign and the potential ramifications for NATO and European unity. Lungescu highlights concerns about the rise of far-right sentiments, while Griera reveals the intricate backroom politics behind the new European Commission, shedding light on shifting power dynamics in Brussels.