Kristi Raik

2 months ago | foreignpolicy.com | Kristi Raik

Security NATO Russia Europe Amid all the anxiety in Europe over Donald Trump’s return as U.S. president, essential differences have emerged between various countries’ approaches to managing what promises to be a tumultuous relationship.

Jan 14, 2025 | news.err.ee | Kristi Raik

The liberal order in international politics primarily means relying on norms and institutions. Instead, we are heading into a turbulent period of power struggles between great powers, where might prevails over right. Old concepts such as spheres of influence are coming back into vogue; the fight is over who controls strategically important territories, natural resources and key routes of connectivity.

Sep 22, 2024 | news.err.ee | Kristi Raik

Estonia's foreign policy experienced a shift in the spring, which was confirmed on September 18: Estonia has begun supporting the strengthening of Palestine's status at the UN, thereby taking a position that differs from that of its largest allies. The European Union remains divided on this issue, and the United States continues to back Israel. The previous policy, where Estonia remained neutral in such situations, has been abandoned without a broader public debate.

Aug 31, 2024 | foreignpolicy.com | Kristi Raik

Russia Ukraine Today, Aug. 31, Estonians and Latvians celebrate 30 years since the departure of Russian troops from their territories, which ended half a century of occupation. The ongoing war in Ukraine is a daily reminder for Russia’s neighbors that their freedom must not be taken for granted.

May 9, 2024 | icds.ee | Kristi Raik |Steven Blockmans

Russia’s full-scale war against Ukraine has given a new impetus to the EU’s enlargement. Although Ukraine and other candidate countries have a long way to go to full membership, it is useful to start analysing the potential impact of Ukraine’s accession.