Elisabeth Braw

Joel S Witt, former State Department official and author on North Korea, shares firsthand diplomatic stories. Tom Rivers, seasoned broadcaster with on-the-ground reporting flair, brings vivid reportage. Elisabeth Braw, security and maritime specialist, outlines undersea-cable risks and Baltic tensions. They debate a US-Ukraine security pact, Russia’s intentions, undersea surveillance and shifting political reactions to ICE actions.

Elisabeth Braw, a Senior Fellow at the Atlantic Council, dives into the pivotal role of the Strait of Hormuz in global oil supply. She discusses its significance as the only maritime route for crude oil exports from the Gulf and the economic threats posed by potential disruptions. Braw highlights Iran's reliance on this strait for its oil exports and touches on geopolitical tensions affecting regional stability. The conversation reveals how these dynamics could reshape global oil markets and trade relations, especially with major players like China.

Heather Conley, a senior advisor at the German Marshall Fund, Elisabeth Braw from the Atlantic Council, and Shashank Joshi, Defence Editor at The Economist, dive into the uncertainties of European defense post-Trump's victory. They explore NATO's challenges, especially the struggle for fair defense spending among member states. The conversation examines Trump's transactional approach and its impact on Europe’s military readiness, alongside the rising threats from Russia and the need for stronger alliances amid changing geopolitical landscapes.

Elisabeth Braw, defence and energy analyst, and Stephen Dalziel, Russia specialist, unpack shifting alliances and market shocks. They discuss how rising oil prices and Strait of Hormuz risks reshape Russia’s economy. They explore Russia’s drone production and Ukraine selling drone-defence expertise to Gulf states. NATO, Turkey and shipping security also feature in the conversation.

Elisabeth Braw, a senior fellow at the Atlantic Council specializing in security issues, and Nina dos Santos, an international correspondent with deep insights into European affairs, dive into France's new military service plan under Macron. They explore its implications for civic duty and societal expectations. The conversation shifts to Pope Leo XIV's inaugural international trip, examining its diplomatic significance. Additionally, they analyze the connection between housing shortages and the rise of populism, highlighting the economic insecurities fueling political shifts.