February 2022 – Washington Institute For Defence & Security

Western allies issue a statement on fresh sanctions against Russia.

February 27, 2022
Washington Institute For Defence & Security
No Comments

Washington and its allies blocked certain Russian banks’ access to the SWIFT international payment system on Saturday as part of new sanctions on Moscow as it continues its attack on Ukraine. The complete statement from the allies is as follows: We, the leaders of the European Commission, France, Germany, Italy, the United Kingdom, Canada, […]

24 Feb 22

Workshop on Western Balkan Security Conditions

The Western Balkans (WB) have gained worldwide attention as a venue for major power rivalry. The region’s six nations — Albania, Bosnia and Herzegovina (BiH), Kosovo, Montenegro, North Macedonia, and Serbia — all have Euro-Atlantic links, albeit the degree of affiliation varies. Internally, functional and structural flaws — whether the legacy of […]

23 Feb 22

Emergency aid for Ukraine receives bipartisan support in Congress

New financial legislation to handle the Ukraine issue is being drafted, with possible action next week, according to US legislators on Tuesday. Republicans and Democrats in Congress are showing support for further expenditure in the face of Russian force deployments in eastern Ukraine. Some senators are also urging the United States to increase arms […]

21 Feb 22

Europe readies for a massive flood of Ukrainian refugees

Eastern European states are ready for a refugee catastrophe if Russia invades Ukraine, with perhaps millions of civilians crossing the border into neighboring countries, according to Western officials and charity workers. Apart from the humanitarian consequences, European authorities expect Russia and its allies to try to use any big movement for political goals, sowing divides […]

19 Feb 22

China would diplomatically support Russia if it invades Ukraine

Experts believe China would back Russia diplomatically and maybe economically if it invaded Ukraine, exacerbating Beijing’s already poor relations with the West, but would refrain from offering military assistance. President Joe Biden warned on Friday that Russia’s Vladimir Putin has chosen to attack Ukraine within days, which Russia disputes. China’s foreign ministry has frequently chastised […]

17 Feb 22

Why Europe’s Nuclear Energy Shutdown Will Empower Putin

By undercutting one of the primary transition assets to a renewable future, Europe is gambling heavily on natural gas. In doing so, they are choosing a battlefield in which Putin is well advantaged. Natural gas is clearly the centerpiece to the European energy strategy of the future but with local gas production falling and seeming […]

16 Feb 22

Biden warns Russia that a war on Ukraine would be devastating

President Joe Biden stated on Tuesday that the Russian populace does not desire a “bloody and destructive war against Ukraine,” and that diplomatic solutions to the Eastern European impasse are still possible to Russian officials. “While I will not deploy American troops to fight in Ukraine, we have provided the Ukrainian military with tools to […]

12 Feb 22

Event: Saudi Arabia & Global Ambitions of Crown Prince Mohammad Bin Salman

Opening Remarks: Laura Belmonte, CLAHS Dean or Farida Jalalzai, CLAHS Associate Dean for Engagement & International Initiative. Introductions: Yannis Stivachtis, CEUTTSS. Angelos Kaskanis, Tactics Institute Panelists: Bettina Koch, Professor of Political Science Saudi Arabia under the Leadership of the Crown Prince Mohammad Bin Salman Al Saud: Domestic and International Dimensions Aaron Brantly, Associate Professor of […]

12 Feb 22

Washington Institute press statement on the Terrorist Attacks in Egypt

The Washington Institute for Defence and Security supports Egypt’s efforts to combat terrorism in the Sinai, and other locations in throughout Egypt. We extend our heartfelt sympathies and condolences to the families of the Egyptian soldiers killed combating terrorism in the region, and we wish those injured a swift and complete recovery. Terrorism, […]

12 Feb 22

Washington Institute press statement on the Terrorist Attacks in UAE

The Washington Institute for Defence and Security strongly denounced the terrible terrorist attacks in Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates, and other locations in Saudi Arabia on Monday, 17 January. The Houthis claimed responsibility for the strikes, which killed three people and wounded six more. We extend our heartfelt sympathies and condolences to the families […]