After police and observant citizens foiled terrorist attacks in London and Glasgow at the end of June 2007, the discussion reopened about appropriate measures for fighting terrorism. How can Europe respond to the terrorist attacks while remaining true to its fundamental values? » more
Within Europe measures for combating terrorism are being discussed primarily at the national level. What role does the EU play in this threatening situation? Wilhelm Knelangen explains how the EU has progressed from playing a marginal role to become an important partner in the fight against terrorism. » more
"Security" and "Freedom" are regarded as basic human requirements. Both values often conflict with each other. Patricia Schneider and Erwin Müller ask how security can be guaranteed without restricting individual freedom. » more
Terrorism is posing new challenges for national security policies. Time-honoured measures are being reassessed and new methods are being discovered. Peter Stegmaier und Thomas Feltes ask how "national security" can be guaranteed in the future. » more
Since the end of the Cold War the types of operation conducted by NATO have changed. Humanitarian aid, counter-terrorism and nation-building have been added to its list of tasks. What strategies have NATO member states developed to meet the new challenges? » more
The exchange of data, video surveillance and biometric passports are all measures European politicians believe are necessary to protect the population against terrorist attacks. But won't these measures curtail freedom and human rights excessively? » more
Here you will find links to viewpoints in the debate about protecting people against terrorist attacks versus the curtailment of individual freedom. It also lists links to documents and news sources on this topic. » more
Yesterday the US secretary of state and the Polish foreign minister signed an agreement on the stationing of a US missile defence system on Poland's Baltic coast. The Russian government has harshly criticised the plans. Is Europe facing the prospect of a new arms race?
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