Publications on the topic of “Freedom needs Security”

The Trump Administration’s Latin America Strategy

From Monroe to Donroe

US strategy towards Latin America is increasingly shaped by security concerns. Migration, drug trafficking and organised crime dominate, and are primarily addressed through military means. What impact does this approach have on the region’s stability?

The “Fifth Wave” of Transnational Organised Crime in Latin America

Shadow Economy and Extra-legal Governance

Transnational organised crime has evolved into a globally networked system that infiltrates, and in some cases replaces, state structures. With the emergence of a potential “fifth wave”, technology, influence and economic power are becoming even more central. What risks does this pose for Europe, and how can they be addressed?

NATO in the age of drones

Why Germany and Türkiye should work more closely together strategically

The deployment of Turkish drones in the war in Ukraine is regarded as the moment when the drone era finally entered Europe’s political and military debate. The 18th Istanbul Security Conference® in 2026 highlighted Türkiye’s growing importance as a manufacturer of modern drone and UAV systems. Ahead of the 2026 NATO summit in Ankara, the Young Foreign Policy Working Group has addressed this issue: a strategic security partnership with Türkiye in the field of drone development should be a key component of German and European security policy considerations.

Mexico and the Changing Dynamics of Migration

From a Country of Emigration to a Migration Hub

Migration in Mexico is closely intertwined with US policy. Stricter border controls and the externalisation of migration governance are reshaping dynamics. What does this mean for Mexico?

How Spain and Portugal Are Positioning Themselves as Bridges between Europe and Latin America

The Ibero-American Axis

Latin America is becoming a key arena of global power shifts. In this context, Spain and Portugal position themselves as strategic intermediaries between Europe and the region. How stable is this “Iberian bridge”, and does it always serve the general European and German interests?

Editorial of the issue: “Latin America – The Underestimated Partner”

In a changing global order, Latin America is gaining strategic relevance for Europe. Geopolitical tensions, economic interests and competition with global powers are reshaping the region’s importance. What opportunities does this create for closer cooperation, and what obstacles remain?

Türkiye in Front of a Crucial NATO-Summit

Perceptions, Expectations, Concerns

Türkiye last hosted a NATO Summit in 2004, attended by U.S. President George W. Bush, following the first-ever invocation of Article 5 after the 9/11 terrorist attacks, at the outset of the global war on terror, the engagements in Afghanistan and Iraq. No sitting US president since Barack Obama in 2009 has paid an official bilateral visit to Ankara. Hence, all attention is focused on the participation of Donald J. Trump and the approximately 1400 officials of his delegation. 44,000 police officers will provide security for more than 100 delegations; security measures reflect the tense international environment for the upcoming summit on the 7th and 8th of July. Türkiye itself is geographically very close to two of the main conflict theaters that will shape the NATO-Summit: the Russian war against Ukraine to Türkiye's north-east in the Black Sea, and the US-Israeli war with Iran in the South-East, while the conflicts in Gaza and Lebanon remain serious threats and Syrian stability post-Assad is constantly tested.

Russia’s Strategy in Central and South-Eastern Europe: Implications for Ukraine

Strengthening Analytical Capacity for Foreign Policy Decision-Making

This publication was prepared within the framework of a research project implemented by the Centre for International Security (CIS) with the support of the Konrad-Adenauer-Stiftung Office in Ukraine. The project aims to strengthen analytical capacity by producing policy papers on key issues of Ukraine’s foreign policy. These publications are intended to support evidence-based decision-making at the governmental level.

The Ankara Summit and NATO’s Southern Neighbourhood

Partnerships in a Changing Strategic Environment

Ahead of the upcoming NATO Summit in Ankara, the Alliance’s Southern Neighbourhood is once again expected to feature promi-nently on the political agenda. Türkiye’s role as summit host, renewed regional escalation linked to Iran, and continued instability stemming from the conflicts in Gaza and Lebanon have all contributed to increasing Allied attention toward the South and developments affecting partners across the region. However, despite increased attention toward the Southern Neighbourhood and the wider regional crises affecting Allied and partner security, expectations regarding a broader strategic reorientation of NATO toward the South should remain measured.

Ukraine Air War Monitor Vol XVII

Analyses for the Protection of Ukrainian Cities and Infrastructure

The monthly newsletter “Monitor Air War Ukraine” provides in-depth analyses of current waves of attacks and long-term developments in Russia’s air war against Ukraine. It is based on a comprehensive database that has been documenting every recorded airstrike on civilian targets since autumn 2022. The aim is to formulate data-driven recommendations for short- and medium-term support for Ukraine. The content is intended for political decision-makers, experts in security and military affairs, as well as specialized journalists. The Monitor is published by the Kyiv Dialogue in cooperation with OSINT and data analyst Marcus Welsch and the Konrad Adenauer Foundation.