CFR On the Record

On Europe’s Response to the Iran War

May 8, 2026·1h 0m
Episode Description from the Publisher

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   Want more comprehensive analysis of global news and events sent straight to your inbox? Subscribe to CFR’s Daily News Brief newsletter. To keep tabs on all CFR events, visit cfr.org/event. To watch this event, please visit it on our YouTube channel: Europe’s Response to the Iran War

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