Today’s episode features Dr. Alina Polyakova, President and CEO of the Center for European Policy Analysis (CEPA). She’s a leading voice on transatlantic relations, European security, Russia and Ukraine, tech policy, and populism. At a time when global alliances are being tested and democratic institutions face real pressure, Dr. Polyakova brings clarity to the complex issues shaping our world. Her insights will help you better understand the realities of war and the shifting landscape of international security. Resources:

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