Current events lecture - Russian actions against Europe after Ukraine invasion

• Date: 26 May
• Time 17:00 - 18:15
• Location: Amare

Since Russia's invasion of Ukraine in 2022, the geopolitical situation in Europe has changed dramatically. While Western countries provide military and humanitarian support to Ukraine in solidarity, Russia has embarked on another front: a stealthy campaign of sabotage, misinformation and divide-and-conquer politics. With the international order under pressure, the question arises: how resilient is Europe to this invisible warfare?

Russian Influence and the Future of Europe

Russian strategy extends beyond the battlefield in Ukraine. By spreading disinformation, launching cyber attacks and fomenting political divisions, Moscow seeks to undermine European unity. The stakes are high: trust between allies, the effectiveness of aid to Ukraine and the stability of the European continent itself.

The situation becomes more acute as the political direction of the United States may be changing. With the re-election of Donald Trump as president, U.S. involvement in the Ukraine conflict is uncertain. This puts additional pressure on European countries to strengthen their defensive preparedness and geopolitical understanding.

Current Affairs Lecture in The Hague

During a special Current Affairs Lecture in The Hague on May 26, Professor of Terrorism and Political Violence Bart Schuurman (Leiden University) offers insight into the nature and impact of Russian operations in Europe. What are the methods, goals and consequences of this hybrid warfare? And what can we do to make Europe more resilient?

The meeting provides space for discussion, reflection and sharing insights. What do these developments mean for the Netherlands, Europe and the international community?

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