European Leadership Network (ELN)

On the anniversary of Donald Trump’s withdrawal from the Iran nuclear deal, former EU foreign affairs chief Baroness Catherine Ashton reflects on the diplomacy behind the JCPOA, and why its lessons still matter amid renewed instability in the Middle East. europeanleadershipnetwork.org/commentary/ref…

Featuring ELN Head of Programme (Nuclear & Multilateral Disarmament) @meier_oliver, ELN Policy Fellow (Nuclear & Multilateral Disarmament) Jana Baldus, ELN Head of Strategic Engagement @Taylor_SJ, and ELN Policy Fellow (Nuclear Weapons & New Technologies) @NikitaGryazin.

Diplomats, experts, and civil society are gathered in NYC for the 2026 NPT RevCon. ELN staff attended and reflected on the risks facing the nuclear order and the future of the NPT in this piece, drawing on their experiences at the conference so far. europeanleadershipnetwork.org/commentary/eln…

I contributed to the latest @theELN reflections 2026 #NPTRevCon. One key takeaway: the future of arms control will depend not only on preserving existing frameworks, but on the next generation being prepared to strengthen and rethink them where necessary: europeanleadershipnetwork.org/commentary/eln…

Yesterday, @dohungviet presented the zero draft outcome document to delegations at the #NPTRevCon. The previous week, we asked @theELN’s Policy Fellow on Nuclear and Multilateral Disarmament, @JanaBaldus, about her level of confidence in State Parties reaching consensus, and the main challenges that may stand in the way. (Note: *possible resumption of testing)

Words of wisdom: #multilateralism versus #unilateralism.

What happens when illiberal democracy takes hold, and can it be defeated? In the latest episode of The Women Leaders Podcast, the conversation turns to Hungary, democratic backsliding, media control, political power, and the wider implications for Europe’s future. Listen now: europeanleadershipnetwork.org/multimedia/the… #Democracy #Hungary #Europe #WomenLeadersPodcast

Hungary's former Permanent Representative to the UN Balázs Csuday writes that Péter Magyar’s victory could trigger institutional upheaval and a major foreign policy reset after 16 years of Viktor Orbán’s rule, with implications far beyond Budapest. europeanleadershipnetwork.org/commentary/und…

An excellent article on US alliance & TPNW compatibility @nuclearban ⁦@ican_australia⁩ ⁦@AlboMP⁩ @SentatorWong @nuclearban_jp @peace_boat europeanleadershipnetwork.org/?p=25548

As the #NPTRevCon continues, the ELN is highlighting a new commentary collection produced as part of our Protecting the NPT project. Bringing together perspectives from across the defence, security, and disarmament community, the collection examines the mounting pressures facing the global non-proliferation regime – from deterrence and disarmament to emerging technologies, regional conflict, and the erosion of arms control frameworks. Read the collection here ⬇️ europeanleadershipnetwork.org/report/protect…

🌍 Now out: EUNPDC Newsletter – April 2026 (Issue 76) With the 2026 NPT Review Conference currently underway in New York, the EUNPDC network brings together the latest analyses, perspectives and opportunities shaping the non-proliferation agenda. 🔎 Publications & Analysis: 📘 A Zone of Potential Agreement? Transparency and Accountability and the 2026 NPT Review Conference, Matthew Hartwell (@BASIC_int) 📘 How Resilient is the Nonproliferation Norm? - Lessons from Research on Norm Survival, Lisa Hultman & Eva Norris, @AlvamyrdalCNTR 📘 Protecting the Nuclear Nonproliferation Treaty in Turbulent Times: European and P5 Perspectives, European Leadership Network (@theELN) 🌍 European developments: - Joint statement by António Costa, Ursula von der Leyen and Volodymyr Zelenskyy (23 April 2026, New York) 🌐 Network highlights: - Next Gen: Security Conference – The Hague (27–28 May 2026) - NukeChat – Episode 5: Nuclear Responsibilities and Nuclear Energy, with Dr @meganjanedee and @ingridkirsten1 🎙️ @IISS_org The Arms Control Primer podcast → A deep dive into South Korea’s nuclear trajectory, deterrence dynamics and hedging strategies in today’s strategic context. 📢 Opportunities 🔹 @SIPRIorg internships: Supporting communications, leadership office and the Stockholm Forum, 🗓️ Deadline: 10 May 2026 🔹 UK PONI Annual Conference – 15 September 2026: A leading forum for the next generation of nuclear experts, 🗓️ Deadline: 17 May 2026 🔗 Read the full newsletter: nonproliferation.eu/wp-content/upl…

Following today's side event at #NPT2026, we caught up with our partner and panellist, Seb Matthews of @AdargaAI, to ask: As a technologist, what was the biggest surprise in today's discussion with attendees? Interested in more? Find out more about @theELN's groundbreaking work with Adarga and @GermanyDiplo here 👉 europeanleadershipnetwork.org/our-policy-res…

Happening now. CR8. Joint @theELN and @GermanyDiplo on using #AI to reduce nuclear risks. ⤵️

Tried and tested: Why the CTBT must be preserved europeanleadershipnetwork.org/?p=24877 via @theELN

🇬🇧 The UK’s role ahead of the 2026 NPT Review Conference As chair of the P5 process, the United Kingdom holds a pivotal role in the final stretch before the RevCon. In this analysis, @SahilV_Shah (@theELN) underlines a crucial point: ➡️ It’s not about transforming the process overnight ➡️ It’s about shaping whether meaningful dialogue remains possible 🔗 Read more: europeanleadershipnetwork.org/commentary/p5-… At stake: the ability of the P5 to demonstrate that cooperation is still viable in a fragmented strategic environment. #NPT #UK #P5 #Diplomacy #RevCon2026 #ArmsControl

Emerging disruptive technologies have profound implications for nuclear weapons and nuclear decision-making. ELN Nuclear Deterrence and Risk Reduction Programme Lead @RishiPaul_D outlines the risks posed by these technologies. #NPTRevCon

Underscoring the vital contributions of early career professionals to a world free of nuclear test explosions, @DrRobFloyd engaged in a timely exchange with a cohort from @TheELN Younger Generation. Shaping what comes next, together.

Pugwash Council member @jan_hoekema provided an ALN Network reflections: 2026 NPT Review Conference europeanleadershipnetwork.org/?p=25910 via @theELN

Amongst NATO allies, the indivisibility of Euro-Atlantic and Indo-Pacific security is increasingly recognised. Yet Europe’s major powers are responding differently according to their strengths. Joel Christoph writes that this is an asset to harness. europeanleadershipnetwork.org/commentary/dif…

Day 2 at #NPTRevCon brought clear expressions of support for the #CTBT. An @theELN side event explored ways to strengthen the CTBT to safeguard the NPT, followed by the opening of a French 🇫🇷 exhibition marking 30 years since the CTBT opened for signature.