Changing approaches to security
Signs of hope in the Western Balkans?
By Judy Batt (06/11/2009) Policy Brief
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At the end of 2009 events are shifting in the Balkans. Judy Batt examines somes of the important decisions the EU will need to take in 2010 to ensure that the region does not slide back into conflict.
Changing approaches to security
The "soldier-diplomat" in Afghanistan and Iraq
By Edward Burke (05/10/2009) Working Paper
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The US and UK Armed Forces have learned the painful lessons of their limited engagement in Afghanistan and Iraq, and are now prepared to assume wide-ranging humanitarian and reconstruction tasks.
Changing approaches to security
No time to wind-down in Bosnia
By Sofia Sebastián (09/09/2009) Policy Brief
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The country continues to show no clear signs of reconciliation and there is a lack of commitment to the process of EU accession.
Changing approaches to security
Crimea in the European neighbourhood
By Balázs Jarábik, Natalia Shapovalova (06/07/2009) Policy Brief
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Although Ukraine is recognised as stable in contrast with its neighbours, a number of factors indicate that Crimea could be the next flashpoint in Europe's neighbourhood. This Policy Brief explores how the EU must develop a long-term conflict prevention strategy based on dialogue, aid, investments and prospective Ukrainian accession.
Changing approaches to security
The EU's approach to Israel and the Palestinians
By Clara Marina O'Donnell (22/06/2009) Policy Brief
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Despite divisions amongst Palestinians and the reluctance of the new Israeli government to work towards a viable two-state solution, this Policy Brief explores how the EU should do its utmost to support US efforts to bring both parties to the negotiating table.
Changing approaches to security
Making Kosovo work
By Sofia Sebastián (27/03/2009) Policy Brief
Making Kosovo work requires the EU to reassess its current policies on the ground in Kosovo and towards Serbia. Good care should be taken not to reinforce partition by default.
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