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Établissements scolaires en France : des environnements d'apprentissage pour les élèves, un terrain de jeu pour les cyberattaquants
A l'ère de l'IA, les infrastructures de sauvegarde des établissements scolaires sont la cible privilégiée des cyberattaquants et l'approche traditionnelle de protection des données devient inadaptée. Je m’abonne aux Infos à ne pas rater La transformation numérique dans l’enseignement supérieur ne se limite plus à la mise en ligne des cours et des relevés de notes ou à l’utilisation de manuels dématérialisés. Les technologies redéfinissent le fonctionnement même des établissements.
Did Russia intentionally target Western officials?
On Tuesday, September 22 at 11:00 a.m. ET, the Atlantic Council’s Eurasia Center will host a discussion on Russia’s strikes against Ukraine’s railways and escalating attacks against Europe. On September 13, a Russian jet-powered Geran-5 drone struck a passenger train in a Ukrainian station two kilometers from the Polish border, concentrating global attention on Moscow’s latest attack.
L'empoisonnement des données : une menace croissante pour le secteur de la santé
Alors le domaine de la santé s'appuie de plus en plus sur l'IA, cette technologie peut conduire à des actes d'ingérence et de sabotage des systèmes, notamment grâce à l'empoisonnement des données.
Dealbreaker-in-chief: Without a strategy, Trump’s aggressive negotiating style will inevitably lead to new failures
During the NATO summit in Ankara in early July, U.S. President Donald Trump said a ceasefire agreement with Iran — reached less than a month earlier — was no longer in effect. The memorandum of understanding signed with Tehran on June 17 was one of the foreign policy “deals” Trump has repeatedly touted since returning to the presidency.
Coupe du Monde 2026 face aux menaces cyber : l'immuabilité absolue comme ultime ligne de défense
La Coupe du Monde 2026 sera sans doute l'événement le plus complexe jamais organisé de par sa dépendance à l'égard des multiples plateformes interconnectées, nouvelles cibles des cyberattaquants. Je m'abonne aux Infos à ne pas rater Avec un tel écosystème, les acteurs malveillants perçoivent cet événement non plus comme une opportunité d’enrichissement mais comme une cible de choix pour perturber le déroulement des festivités et développer leur influence.
Warsaw Week 2026
May 19 from 9:30 a.m. – 10:30 a.m. ET | European strength and transatlantic ties: Shaping the next chapter Description: As the United States marks its 250th anniversary, this discussion will highlight the enduring strength and strategic importance of the transatlantic alliance at a pivotal moment for global security. Against the backdrop of an evolving European security landscape, Poland is emerging as a key political, economic, and military actor within the Euro-Atlantic community.
The British ambassador to the US on Euro-Atlantic security and the Middle East
On Friday, April 17, at 11:45 a.m. ET / 5:45 p.m. CET, the Atlantic Council’s Europe Center and Transatlantic Security Initiative will host a conversation with British Ambassador to the United States Sir Christian Turner, KCMG, on the United Kingdom’s contributions to security in the Middle East and the future of transatlantic cooperation.
Belgium’s defense minister on the future of transatlantic security relations
On Tuesday, April 28, at 10:15 a.m. ET / 4:15 p.m. CET, the Atlantic Council’s Europe Center and Transatlantic Security Initiative will host a discussion with Theo Francken, minister of defense of the Kingdom of Belgium, on developments in the transatlantic security and defense relationship and Belgium’s role in Europe’s defense industrial ramp-up. The future of transatlantic security is increasingly uncertain.
Computer Science > Artificial Intelligence
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Transatlantic relations in an era of upheaval
On Monday, March 23 at 11:00 a.m. ET, the Atlantic Council’s Europe Center explores Europe’s evolving geopolitical ambitions and their implications for the transatlantic relationship in the first quarter of 2026. This has been a tumultuous year for Europe. Russia’s war in Ukraine and the conflict in Iran continue to challenge Europe’s security and economic footing.
17 experts on how the world moves on from America.
17 experts on how the world moves on from America. from Trump Is Demolishing the Global Order. Here’s What Might Come Next. Greenland is safe, for now. But it’s no overstatement to say the rest of the world has come to see the United States in a new light, even after President Donald Trump backed down from his threats to seize the territory.
Prédictions 2026 : souveraineté des données, IA de confiance, multi-cloud et résilience réglementaire à la une
En 2026, la souveraineté des données et de l'IA devient un enjeu stratégique, imposant des architectures cloud sécurisées et européennes. En 2026, la souveraineté des données va continuer à émerger comme un enjeu majeur — non plus seulement technique, mais stratégique, économique et géopolitique. L’ère du numérique, longtemps vue comme un simple terrain d’optimisation opérationnelle, se mue en champ de bataille de l’autonomie : qui contrôle les données ? Qui peut y accéder ? Qui les stocke ?
Why the U.S.-Russia Ukraine Talks Failed Original
“So far, no compromise version of a peace settlement has been found,” was how Yuri Ushakov, an advisor to Vladimir Putin, summed up the five-hour meeting between the Russian President and U.S. Special Envoy Steve Witkoff on Tuesday. That’s no surprise: Putin has never negotiated in good faith since his first invasion of Ukraine in 2014. Instead, he has consistently demanded maximalist aims to secure Ukrainian territory and erase its sovereignty.
When you want it bad, you get it bad: Steve Witkoff and the US push to end the war
"When you want it bad, you get it bad." That’s how one of my colleagues on the Clinton National Security Council staff described the problem when a U.S. administration chases after an objective so hard that it either forgets what it set out to achieve or simply goes for a "win," no matter the cost or consequence. That’s the weakness of much of the Trump administration’s approach to seeking a deal to end Russia’s war against Ukraine: it sometimes seems to want any deal, not a sustainable deal.
Trump's Sanctions on Russian Oil Are a Big Deal Original
Russian President Vladimir Putin said on Friday that he will not bow to new U.S. sanctions but conceded “some losses are expected.” That is an understatement. The sanctions—the first in President Donald Trump’s second term—will hit Russia’s war budget by imposing a total embargo against Russian energy giants Rosneft and Lukoil. It’s a tough blow. But enforcement will be key.
[2508.12981] Analyzing Information Sharing and Coordination in Multi-Agent Planning
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The Lawfare Podcast: Can Democracies Play Offense on Disinformation?
Published by The Lawfare Institute in Cooperation With On this episode of Lawfare's Arbiters of Truth series on platforms and disinformation, Quinta Jurecic spoke with Alina Polyakova and Ambassador Daniel Fried, the former U.S. ambassador to Poland and the Weiser Family Distinguished Fellow at the Atlantic Council. The two have a new paper out on “Democratic Offense Against Disinformation,” published by the Atlantic Council and the Center for European Policy Analysis.
Kissinger, Brzezinski, and the Promise of Realism
The Trump administration continues to abandon human rights and democracy as elements of its foreign policy. On July 17, Secretary of State Marco Rubio reportedly instructed U.S. diplomats abroad to stop commenting on the fairness of foreign elections, and to simply congratulate the winners. This reverses decades of U.S. practice, in which Washington regularly expressed its opposition to stolen or farcical votes.
Tusk's Cabinet Reshuffle Could Boost US-Poland Cooperation
“Why do you think Prime Minister Donald Tusk has chosen now to reshuffle his cabinet”? Well, a couple of variables. One, his candidate lost the race for president. They hadn’t counted on that. Their whole strategy was to have their ally in, so this impasse, where the President blocks legislation and blocks key appointments, is over, but they lost. Karol Nawrocki is coming in, and Rafał Trzaskowski is not. So that’s one blow. Secondly, there has been tension within the coalition.
Tusk's Cabinet Reshuffle Could Boost US-Poland Cooperation
“Why do you think Prime Minister Donald Tusk has chosen now to reshuffle his cabinet”? Well, a couple of variables. One, his candidate lost the race for president. They hadn’t counted on that. Their whole strategy was to have their ally in, so this impasse, where the President blocks legislation and blocks key appointments, is over, but they lost. Karol Nawrocki is coming in, and Rafał Trzaskowski is not. So that’s one blow. Secondly, there has been tension within the coalition.
Why Trump's U-Turn on Ukraine Matters Original
President Donald J. Trump has often touted “major” statements. But this time he delivered. His announcement on Monday that he would send “top of the line” weapons to Ukraine and slap Russia with “severe” sanctions if it doesn’t agree to a ceasefire within 50 days marks a turnabout, especially for a man who only months earlier had bullied Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky in the Oval Office.
Bolstering the transatlantic partnership at a global inflection point
On Monday, June 30, from 7:45 a.m. to 9:00 a.m. ET (2:45 p.m. to 4:00 p.m. EET), the Atlantic Council will celebrate the launch of its Romania Office with a discussion on the future of the transatlantic partnership. The transatlantic community is navigating a moment of profound global change, defined by the return of great power competition and underscored by challenges from Russia’s war in Ukraine to China’s rise.
Romania Office
Bucharest, Romania September 6, 2023 Three Seas Initiative Summit and 3SI Business Forum On September 6 and 7, 2023, the Global Energy Center hosted events on the sidelines of the Summit of the Three Seas Initiative (3SI) and the 3SI Business Forum, bringing together industry leaders, European government leaders, and experts to discuss the most pressing issues impacting transatlantic security.
Warsaw Week 2025: Retooling the transatlantic alliance for an era of uncertainty
From June 2 to June 6, the Atlantic Council’s Warsaw Office will host Warsaw Week 2025: Retooling the transatlantic alliance for an era of uncertainty. Warsaw Week is the Europe Center’s annual flagship conference that aims to highlight the importance of relations between the United States and Europe, with an emphasis on the central European perspective.
Europe & Eurasia
New Atlanticist Mar 17, 2025 Enough carrots for Putin. For better negotiations, serve ‘maximum pressure’ instead. By Benjamin L. Schmitt, Richard L. Morningstar, and Daniel Fried Since Russia appears content for negotiations to move slowly, the Trump administration should turn up the pressure with new sanctions.
Russia Sanctions Database: November 2024
Please note, this is the November 2024 edition of Atlantic Council’s Russia Sanctions Database. After Russia’s illegal full-scale invasion of Ukraine in February 2022, Western partners imposed unprecedented financial sanctions and export controls against Russia. These measures aim to achieve three objectives: 1. Significantly reduce Russia’s revenues from commodities exports; 2. Cripple Russia’s military capability and ability to pursue its war; 3. Impose significant pain on the Russian economy.
Poland
New Atlanticist Mar 14, 2025 Why Poland’s president wants US nuclear weapons By Marek Magierowski President Andrzej Duda said this week that US nuclear weapons should be deployed in his country. To understand why, look at not just Poland’s security but also its politics.
A Plan for Peace Through Strength in Ukraine
There have been recurring strains in the U.S.-Ukrainian relationship under both Trump administrations. The recent Oval Office blow-up between the two presidents is only the most recent example. But such tensions need not derail a push for peace—which Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky and the Ukrainian people clearly want. U.S. President Donald Trump and the American people also want peace, as do U.S. allies in Europe. Whether the same is true of Russian President Vladimir Putin is less clear.
A Plan for Peace Through Strength in Ukraine
There have been recurring strains in the U.S.-Ukrainian relationship under both Trump administrations. The recent Oval Office blow-up between the two presidents is only the most recent example. But such tensions need not derail a push for peace—whichUkrainianPresident Volodymyr Zelensky and the Ukrainian people clearly want. U.S. President Donald Trump and the American people also want peace, as do U.S. allies in Europe. Whether the same is true of Russian President Vladimir Putin is less clear.
On a Russia-Ukraine Deal, the Trump Administration Risks Undermining Itself
Foreign & Public Diplomacy United States Russia Ukraine The Trump administration has launched a fast-track effort to end the Russia-Ukraine war, but it is in danger of undermining its own approach.
Three Years On, What’s Next for Ukraine and Europe?
Foreign & Public Diplomacy Geopolitics NATO Russia Europe Ukraine Agathe Demarais C. Raja Mohan On the eve of the anniversary of Russia’s 2022 invasion of Ukraine, the United States has entered talks with Russia to settle the war—without Kyiv’s involvement or consent. This week, it became increasingly apparent that U.S. President Donald Trump seeks a deal largely on Russian President Vladimir Putin’s terms.
In Three European Elections, the Kremlin Squares off Against the West
Posted: November 4th, 2024 OPINION — While the world is focused on the outcome of this week’s U.S. presidential election, and what it could mean for a range of global issues, three elections have taken place in Europe that speak to the tug between Russian influence and the lure of the West. The three votes — in Bulgaria, Georgia and yesterday in Moldova – had different outcomes, but they were all significant bellwethers for democracy and Russian influence in the region.
2024 Central Europe Week: Forging a transatlantic response to challenges within and beyond
The Atlantic Council is hosting the 2024 edition of Central Europe Week, entitled “Forging a transatlantic response to challenges within and beyond,” from December 9 to December 13. Central Europe Week is the Europe Center’s annual flagship conference that aims to raise Central European voices in transatlantic debates while fostering a dynamic US-Central European partnership prepared to jointly tackle pressing challenges in Europe and beyond.
Working on a new transatlantic approach toward the Western Balkans
Corruption European Union Security & Defense The Balkans Trade United States and Canada Working on a new transatlantic approach toward the Western Balkans This essay is part of the report “Transatlantic horizons: A collaborative US-EU policy agenda for 2025 and beyond,” which outlines an agenda for common action for the next US administration and European Commission. The Western Balkans is a region neither the United States nor the European Union (EU) can afford to ignore or mishandle.
Realizing a bolder transatlantic agenda for cooperation with Africa
Africa European Union Politics & Diplomacy Trade United States and Canada Realizing a bolder transatlantic agenda for cooperation with Africa This essay is part of the report “Transatlantic horizons: A collaborative US-EU policy agenda for 2025 and beyond,” which outlines an agenda for common action for the next US administration and European Commission.
Unleashing US-EU defense cooperation
Defense Industry Defense Policy European Union NATO United States and Canada Unleashing US-EU defense cooperation This essay is part of the report “Transatlantic horizons: A collaborative US-EU policy agenda for 2025 and beyond,” which outlines an agenda for common action for the next US administration and European Commission.
The EU fiddles while Kyiv burns
Anders Åslund is a senior fellow at the Stockholm Free World Forum and adjunct professor at Georgetown University. Daniel Fried is a distinguished fellow at the Atlantic Council and a former U.S. assistant secretary of state. Kurt Volker is a distinguished fellow at the Center for European Policy Analysis and former U.S. ambassador to NATO and special representative for Ukraine negotiations.
Ukraine’s Kursk offensive proves surprise is still possible in modern war
Ukraine’s invasion of Russia is now in its second week and the sense of shock is still tangible. The Ukrainian military was able to achieve almost total surprise when it crossed the border into Russia’s Kursk Oblast on August 6. While the ultimate goals of the operation remain subject to much debate, Ukraine’s success in catching the Russians completely off-guard is a considerable accomplishment in its own right.
Live expertise and behind-the-scenes insight as NATO leaders gather at the Washington summit
Europe & Eurasia NATO Security & Defense Ukraine United States and Canada Live expertise and behind-the-scenes insight as NATO leaders gather at the Washington summit Over the past seventy-five years, NATO has established its place among the most powerful military alliances in history. But how will it stay fit for the future?
Warsaw Office
New Atlanticist May 5, 2023 Poland makes its case for European leadership By Daniel Fried, Aaron Korewa A close read of Polish Foreign Minister Zbigniew Rau’s comprehensive foreign policy statement reveals a country that stands on the side of freedom, even as it faces difficulties with European partners.
The Czech president on next steps for transatlantic cooperation post-NATO Summit
On Friday, July 12 at 12:15 p.m. ET, the Atlantic Council is hosting an #ACFrontPage conversation featuring Czech President Petr Pavel. The discussion will focus on the future of transatlantic collaboration on supporting Ukraine and the NATO Summit’s outcomes on enhancing security on Europe’s eastern flank. Czechia has become a leader in the transatlantic community and a steadfast supporter of Ukraine.
Warsaw Week 2024: A transatlantic agenda for an era of conflict and confrontation
The Atlantic Council’s Warsaw office is delighted to announce “Warsaw Week 2024: A transatlantic agenda for an era of conflict and confrontation,” which will place from June 24 to June 28 in Warsaw, Poland. Warsaw Week is the Europe Center’s annual flagship conference in Warsaw that aims to highlight the importance of relations between the United States and Europe, with an emphasis on the central European perspective.
Renewed US assistance opens a path to success, if Ukraine’s friends move fast
Conflict Economic Sanctions Russia Ukraine United States and Canada Renewed US assistance opens a path to success, if Ukraine’s friends move fast “There was always just enough virtue in this Republic to save it; sometimes none to spare.” —William Seward Finally, the blockage imposed by a minority of “America First” House members has been broken and, after a six-month delay, crucial US military aid may be on its way to Ukraine again.
After Two Years of War: The West’s Strategic Choice in Ukraine
With support from Europe, the United States, and others, Ukraine has held off – and in part, beaten back – Russia’s campaign of conquest and subjugation. But Ukraine has not won, Putin seems determined to fight on, and the West seems beset by doubts as to whether continuing to back Ukraine is practical or worth the investment.
Let Israel Finish the Job
Did you know that Saddam Hussein won the First Gulf War of 1991? That is the version I heard in Iraq in 2003, after noticing the same Arabic inscription decorating chandeliers in Saddam’s palaces all over the country. ‘How sweet is victory with God’s aid,’ the inscription proclaimed. “What victory was Saddam referring to?” I asked my Iraqi colleagues. It’s from his famous postwar speech in 1991, I was told.
How the West Can Make Russian Sanctions Bite Again
Russian National Guard Service officer walk past the Spassky Tower in Red Square in Moscow on Dec. 13, 2023. Credit - Getty Images Western sanctions against Russia in the wake of Vladimir Putin’s full-scale invasion of Ukraine in February 2022 came hard and fast. Moscow lost access to a staggering $300 billion of its foreign exchange reserves held by G7 countries overnight, the ruble sank almost a quarter of its value against the U.S. dollar, and Russia’s industrial base was crippled.
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