Event: The Russian-Iranian alignment and its threat to European interests

On Tuesday, ECR MEP Rihards Kols and the European Leadership Network will host a high-level policy event focused on the growing authoritarian cooperation between Russia and Iran. Policymakers, security practitioners, and experts will gather to assess the implications of this evolving threat for Europe’s security. With a particular focus on the Baltics, Israel, and Ukraine, the conference will examine how Russian and Iranian malign activities — from cyber and intelligence operations to military and energy coercion — endanger European interests, NATO cohesion, and democratic resilience. Discussions will highlight Russia as the primary existential threat and Iran as an emerging strategic challenge, while exploring actionable strategies to counter this malign axis. Link to the event website here.

When: Tuesday @ 9:30 - 12:00

Where: SPINELLI 5E2