On Europe’s Response to the Iran War
08 May 2026

On Europe’s Response to the Iran War

CFR On the Record

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In this episode, panelists discuss European responses to the war in Iran, efforts in conflict resolution, and the implications for the transatlantic relationship, EU cohesion, and Europe’s long-term strategic direction.


 


Host: Serge Schmemann, Editorial Writer, New York Times; CFR Member


 


Guests: Alexandra de Hoop Scheffer, Chief Executive Officer and President, German Marshall Fund of the United States


 


Douglas E. Lute, Chair, International and Defense Practices, BGR Group; Former U.S. Ambassador to NATO (2013-17); CFR Member


 


Ellie Geranmayeh, Deputy Director, Middle East and North Africa Programme and Senior Policy Fellow, European Council on Foreign Relations


 


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