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Expanding the stockpile could weaken deterrence.

Piero Cipollone: From vision to delivery: building Europe’s tokenised financial market

US military bases rely on the civilian power grid and are just as vulnerable to blackouts as regular customers. New policies should prioritize supply and resilience for critical missions. The post Electricity demand is rising. How can the US secure energy for its dual military and civilian needs? ap

The spread of democracy could give Washington an edge in great-power competition and make armed conflict less likely. The post In an age of great-power competition, democracy is an advantage for the United States appeared first on Atlantic Council.

Stanley Druckenmiller's argument against his protégé Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent's approach has caused a stir in fixed-income markets. The post The danger of hitting mute on US bond markets appeared first on Atlantic Council.

A strong rouble was hurting the budget

Ahead of an important referendum in Iceland on restarting accession talks with the EU, Atlantic Council experts answer pressing questions about the referendum's potential implications. The post What Iceland’s referendum means for the EU’s future appeared first on Atlantic Council.

A stablecoin could give the Palestinian economy a secure, fast, and cost-effective pathway toward greater financial stability and autonomy. The post Could a stablecoin jumpstart postwar reconstruction? appeared first on Atlantic Council.

But Trump’s coercion could force Modi’s Hand.

After the Iran war, the region has no good options.