An audio version of “It’s WTO Time!” a new commentary by CSIS's William Alan Reinsch. This audio was generated with text-to-speech by Eleven Labs.

Delve into the complexities of the Ukraine-Russia conflict and explore Ukraine's resilience. Discover how Europe can enhance military support amid potential U.S. reductions, ensuring Ukraine's defense. The discussion highlights the significance of advanced weaponry and its impact on power dynamics. The speakers emphasize timely actions by Europe to bolster geopolitical influence and the importance of sustained Western backing for peace negotiations, all while navigating the intricate landscape of military morale.

Max Bergmann, a CSIS expert and author, dives into the provocative idea of a unified European army. He traces its historical roots and discusses the current challenges facing this concept. With shifting global dynamics, he emphasizes the urgent need for a cohesive defense strategy. The conversation also highlights Article 42.7 of the EU Treaty, examining its significance for member states facing armed aggression and advocating for an independent defense capability, especially in the context of neutral countries.

An audio version of “Carrots, Sticks, and Sledgehammers,” a new report by CSIS's Clayton Seigle. This audio was generated with text-to-speech by Eleven Labs.

An audio version of “Answering the Call: The Foreign Assistance Review,” a new commentary by CSIS's Daniel F. Runde, Richard Crespin, and Thomas Bryja. This audio was generated with text-to-speech by Eleven Labs.

An audio version of “Breaking Down the U.S.-Ukraine Minerals Deal,” a new commentary by CSIS's Gracelin Baskaran and Meredith Schwartz. This audio was generated with text-to-speech by Eleven Labs.

A short, spoken-word summary from CSIS’s Mvemba Phezo Dizolele on his report, Kenya’s Economic Initiatives in the Democratic Republic of the Congo: Analyzing the Rise of a Regional Power Within the East African Community. 

An audio version of “Friends with Benefits: How Russia’s Opportunistic Partnerships Stymie Nonproliferation Efforts,” a new commentary by CSIS's Astrid Chevreuil with Léonie Allard and Nicholas Lokker. This audio was generated with text-to-speech by Eleven Labs.

An audio version of “AI Biases in Critical Foreign Policy Decisions,” a new commentary by CSIS's Yasir Atalan, Ian Reynolds, and Benjamin Jensen. This audio was generated with text-to-speech by Eleven Labs.

An audio version of “Guarding the Frontier: Options for a Post-Conflict Security Force in Ukraine,” a new commentary by CSIS's Benjamin Jensen. This audio was generated with text-to-speech by Eleven Labs.