Russian Energy and European Security: A Transatlantic Dialogue

Even as European concern over Russia’s efforts to use its energy resources for political leverage grows, European demand for gas is itself growing at a rate that can be satisfied only with substantial additional imports from Russia or, alternatively, a major new arrangement with Iran—something troubling to many Americans.
At the same time, poor understanding in the United States of Russian conduct and European constraints feeds a highly politicized debate that often produces weak, irrelevant, or even dangerous policy proposals. A more sophisticated approach will be required to advance American and European interests.