Edan Simpson
@edansimpson.bsky.social
Project and Communications Coordinator for the @theeln.bsky.social
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Nuclear weapons aren’t going anywhere, and the way we manage them can and must keep evolving. Today’s security environment is more complex than during the Cold War: more nuclear-armed states, faster decision-making technologies, and fewer treaties providing guardrails.
February 12, 2026 at 10:30 AM
Nuclear weapons aren’t going anywhere, and the way we manage them can and must keep evolving. Today’s security environment is more complex than during the Cold War: more nuclear-armed states, faster decision-making technologies, and fewer treaties providing guardrails.
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Europe is stepping up on its defence and security as questions about US reliability grow. What does this mean for #NATO and European security more broadly? Join us on the margins of #MSC2026 for a high-level panel to find out. Find out more 👉
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ELN at MSC 2026: United We Stand? Europe, the US and NATO
Join the European Leadership Network at the 2026 Munich Security conference for a panel event on European responsibility, alliance unity, and the future of transatlantic security
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February 4, 2026 at 1:27 PM
Europe is stepping up on its defence and security as questions about US reliability grow. What does this mean for #NATO and European security more broadly? Join us on the margins of #MSC2026 for a high-level panel to find out. Find out more 👉
europeanleadershipnetwork.org/event/eln-at...
europeanleadershipnetwork.org/event/eln-at...
Excellent commentary from the ELN's good friend Paul Fritch on what the Greenland saga should teach Europeans on how we should tailor our approach to Trump, check it out below ⤵️
As the Greenland episode winds down, former U.S. diplomat Paul Fritch argues the saga was never about territorial acquisition, but a stress test of alliance cohesion in a world where Washington no longer treats cooperation and restraint as virtues. europeanleadershipnetwork.org/commentary/g...
Greenland was not an anomaly: An America guided by Trump’s global strategy requires more unity, toughness, and discernment from Europe
As the Greenland episode winds down following President Trump’s announcement of a “framework for a deal,” former U.S. diplomat Paul Fritch argues the saga was never about territorial acquisition, but ...
europeanleadershipnetwork.org
January 28, 2026 at 3:52 PM
Excellent commentary from the ELN's good friend Paul Fritch on what the Greenland saga should teach Europeans on how we should tailor our approach to Trump, check it out below ⤵️
Had a great time the weekend before last commemorating the 80th anniversary of the UNs establishment - many thanks to @una-uk.bsky.social and my old boss @janekinninmont.bsky.social for organising!
January 26, 2026 at 4:01 PM
Had a great time the weekend before last commemorating the 80th anniversary of the UNs establishment - many thanks to @una-uk.bsky.social and my old boss @janekinninmont.bsky.social for organising!
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The ELN is pleased to announce a new collaboration with the @thebulletin.org , starting with Senior Network member and CDU Member of the Bundestag, @rodki.bsky.social, who writes today on how Europe can, and should, respond to Trump's threats to Greenland. thebulletin.org/2026/01/the-...
The "Donroe Doctrine" moved to the Arctic. Europe must now redefine burden sharing
As President Trump tries to coerce European leaders over Greenland and seems ready to break the transatlantic alliance, the crisis should serve as a catalyst for deeper and smarter Europeanization of ...
thebulletin.org
January 20, 2026 at 2:58 PM
The ELN is pleased to announce a new collaboration with the @thebulletin.org , starting with Senior Network member and CDU Member of the Bundestag, @rodki.bsky.social, who writes today on how Europe can, and should, respond to Trump's threats to Greenland. thebulletin.org/2026/01/the-...
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Trump’s comments on #Greenland have reignited debate on Arctic security, transatlantic relations and NATO cohesion. As Danish and Greenlandic ministers meet Vance and Rubio this week, how coherent and credible are European responses? Read our latest Network Reflections 👉 https://ow.ly/mgTh50XWCCe
Network Reflections: Greenland, NATO and European security
Members of the ELN reflect on what European responses to President Trump’s remarks on Greenland tell us about NATO cohesion and Europe’s capacity to act on its own security.
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January 14, 2026 at 11:56 AM
Trump’s comments on #Greenland have reignited debate on Arctic security, transatlantic relations and NATO cohesion. As Danish and Greenlandic ministers meet Vance and Rubio this week, how coherent and credible are European responses? Read our latest Network Reflections 👉 https://ow.ly/mgTh50XWCCe
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2026 started with President Trump’s astonishing show of force in Venezuela, culminating in the seizure of President Maduro to face drug charges in the US.
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The Women Leaders podcast: A cracking start to the year
2026 started with President Trump's astonishing show of force in Venezuela, culminating in the seizure of President Maduro to face drug charges in the US. Whilst Venezuela's future may be unclear, one...
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January 9, 2026 at 12:09 PM
2026 started with President Trump’s astonishing show of force in Venezuela, culminating in the seizure of President Maduro to face drug charges in the US.
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europeanleadershipnetwork.org/multimedia/t...
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“Renee Good’s death means something. Her face and her story speaks directly to the average person. It talks of family and love and dreams and dedication to her kids, smashed down by the thundering fist of a government terror organisation for no reason.”
The Murder of Renee Good
Trump’s armed stormtroopers unleash terror
chadbourn.substack.com
January 9, 2026 at 11:33 AM
“Renee Good’s death means something. Her face and her story speaks directly to the average person. It talks of family and love and dreams and dedication to her kids, smashed down by the thundering fist of a government terror organisation for no reason.”
Check out this great piece by amazing current and former colleagues Maria Branea and Katia Glod below! :)
Moldova is poor, strategically located, and under intense pressure from Russia. But one of Europe’s smallest players has come up with a surprisingly effective recipe for holding Russian dominance at bay.
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January 9, 2026 at 1:15 PM
Check out this great piece by amazing current and former colleagues Maria Branea and Katia Glod below! :)
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As the year begins, ELN network members look ahead to the defining issues of 2026, from geopolitics and arms control to emerging policy challenges such as AI, read some of the thoughtful reflections from across our network 👉 https://ow.ly/Zilv50XSRFg
Network Reflections: What to watch in 2026
At the start of the new year, members of the European Leadership Network’s senior and younger-generation leaders’ networks offer their perspectives on their defining issue or policy trend to watch in 2026.
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January 7, 2026 at 11:45 AM
As the year begins, ELN network members look ahead to the defining issues of 2026, from geopolitics and arms control to emerging policy challenges such as AI, read some of the thoughtful reflections from across our network 👉 https://ow.ly/Zilv50XSRFg
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The current debate around a possible resumption of nuclear testing introduces a new level of brinkmanship in an already fraught geopolitical climate.
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Nuclear testing: unwise, unnecessary and unwelcome
The current debate around a possible resumption of nuclear testing introduces a new level of brinkmanship in an already fraught geopolitical climate. As the testing moratorium risks being weaponised f...
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November 20, 2025 at 1:33 PM
The current debate around a possible resumption of nuclear testing introduces a new level of brinkmanship in an already fraught geopolitical climate.
europeanleadershipnetwork.org/commentary/n...
europeanleadershipnetwork.org/commentary/n...
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Yesterday, ELN Policy Fellow Jana Baldus spoke on a parliamentary panel, "Reviving nuclear diplomacy in an age of escalation".
Co-hosted by @theelders.bsky.social & @basicint.bsky.social, this event stressed the need for political leadership to revive action on nuclear arms control & disarmament.
Co-hosted by @theelders.bsky.social & @basicint.bsky.social, this event stressed the need for political leadership to revive action on nuclear arms control & disarmament.
October 29, 2025 at 4:04 PM
Yesterday, ELN Policy Fellow Jana Baldus spoke on a parliamentary panel, "Reviving nuclear diplomacy in an age of escalation".
Co-hosted by @theelders.bsky.social & @basicint.bsky.social, this event stressed the need for political leadership to revive action on nuclear arms control & disarmament.
Co-hosted by @theelders.bsky.social & @basicint.bsky.social, this event stressed the need for political leadership to revive action on nuclear arms control & disarmament.
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The ELN’s 2024 impact report, “The power of diverse networks”, details the organisation’s accomplishments in reducing the risk of existential conflict and the power of our diverse network, even at moments of deep geopolitical tension.
europeanleadershipnetwork.org/report/the-p...
europeanleadershipnetwork.org/report/the-p...
October 28, 2025 at 11:29 AM
The ELN’s 2024 impact report, “The power of diverse networks”, details the organisation’s accomplishments in reducing the risk of existential conflict and the power of our diverse network, even at moments of deep geopolitical tension.
europeanleadershipnetwork.org/report/the-p...
europeanleadershipnetwork.org/report/the-p...
We've had a fantastic year at the ELN, and I'd like to congratulate the entire team on all the work we've accomplished! Check out our first impact report below to see what we've been up to ⤵️
The ELN’s 2024 impact report, “The power of diverse networks”, details the organisation’s accomplishments in reducing the risk of existential conflict and the power of our diverse network, even at moments of deep geopolitical tension.
europeanleadershipnetwork.org/report/the-p...
europeanleadershipnetwork.org/report/the-p...
October 28, 2025 at 11:50 AM
We've had a fantastic year at the ELN, and I'd like to congratulate the entire team on all the work we've accomplished! Check out our first impact report below to see what we've been up to ⤵️
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Putin’s offer to extend New START has been met with silence from most European leaders. ELN Senior Policy Fellow Julia Berghofer writes that, despite concerns over Russia's sincerity, the West should not miss an opportunity to leverage Russian interests.
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The Russian New START initiative: How can Europeans respond to a poisonous offer?
Putin’s proposal to extend the nuclear weapons treaty for a year has been met with silence from most European leaders so far. ELN Senior Policy Fellow Julia Berghofer writes that there are legitimate ...
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October 15, 2025 at 1:03 PM
Putin’s offer to extend New START has been met with silence from most European leaders. ELN Senior Policy Fellow Julia Berghofer writes that, despite concerns over Russia's sincerity, the West should not miss an opportunity to leverage Russian interests.
europeanleadershipnetwork.org/commentary/t...
europeanleadershipnetwork.org/commentary/t...
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As Trump’s America slides into economic uncertainty & deepening division, China is cultivating ties with the Global South, flexing its power on the world stage, & supporting Russia in Ukraine.
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The Women Leaders podcast: China watching
As Trump’s America slides into economic uncertainty and deepening division, it seems to be shedding its role as a global leader. China, meanwhile, is stepping into the vacuum; cultivating ties with th...
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October 3, 2025 at 11:31 AM
As Trump’s America slides into economic uncertainty & deepening division, China is cultivating ties with the Global South, flexing its power on the world stage, & supporting Russia in Ukraine.
europeanleadershipnetwork.org/multimedia/t...
europeanleadershipnetwork.org/multimedia/t...
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In times of eroding arms control measures, nuclear-weapons states should consider enhancing transparency around their nuclear safety, security and reliability mechanisms (‘fail-safe’) to strengthen the risk reduction agenda. europeanleadershipnetwork.org/policy-brief...
October 2, 2025 at 1:44 PM
In times of eroding arms control measures, nuclear-weapons states should consider enhancing transparency around their nuclear safety, security and reliability mechanisms (‘fail-safe’) to strengthen the risk reduction agenda. europeanleadershipnetwork.org/policy-brief...
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The ELN team are delighted to be in Berlin, meeting network members, talking strategy, and today, meeting with the arms control team at @germany.diplo.de.
September 25, 2025 at 2:36 PM
The ELN team are delighted to be in Berlin, meeting network members, talking strategy, and today, meeting with the arms control team at @germany.diplo.de.
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Lib Dems now saying that the Government should target Tesla in response to Musk’s call for regime change in the UK.
“We need to hit him in the pocket where it hurts,” the source said.
“We need to hit him in the pocket where it hurts,” the source said.
Starmer Urged To Block Tesla From Government Contracts Over Elon Musk's Far-Right Rally Rant
"We need to hit him in the pocket where it hurts."
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September 15, 2025 at 9:14 AM
Lib Dems now saying that the Government should target Tesla in response to Musk’s call for regime change in the UK.
“We need to hit him in the pocket where it hurts,” the source said.
“We need to hit him in the pocket where it hurts,” the source said.
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I know personally what the chilling effects of racism can be, and today on @bbclaurak.bsky.social I called for unity and leadership in the face of hatred.
Now more than ever, we must celebrate our diversity as a nation and stand united in our communities against all forms of prejudice.
Now more than ever, we must celebrate our diversity as a nation and stand united in our communities against all forms of prejudice.
September 14, 2025 at 11:58 AM
I know personally what the chilling effects of racism can be, and today on @bbclaurak.bsky.social I called for unity and leadership in the face of hatred.
Now more than ever, we must celebrate our diversity as a nation and stand united in our communities against all forms of prejudice.
Now more than ever, we must celebrate our diversity as a nation and stand united in our communities against all forms of prejudice.
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Unfortunately the Tories not completely collapsing in quite important to avoiding a Reform government.
And a wave of high profile defections is how they collapse.
And a wave of high profile defections is how they collapse.
September 15, 2025 at 10:27 AM
Unfortunately the Tories not completely collapsing in quite important to avoiding a Reform government.
And a wave of high profile defections is how they collapse.
And a wave of high profile defections is how they collapse.
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Today, 🇬🇧, 🇫🇷 & 🇩🇪 diplomats meet Iranian counterparts in Geneva, days before an end-of-August snapback deadline that would restore pre-2015 sanctions on Iran. @hamidrezaaz.bsky.social writes that a narrow path remains open for those willing to take it.
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A narrow path forward: Iran and the snapback deadline
By the end of August, Britain, France, and Germany have to decide whether to invoke the “snapback” mechanism, which would automatically restore pre-2015 UN sanctions on Iran. Hamidreza Azizi writes th...
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August 26, 2025 at 10:23 AM
Today, 🇬🇧, 🇫🇷 & 🇩🇪 diplomats meet Iranian counterparts in Geneva, days before an end-of-August snapback deadline that would restore pre-2015 sanctions on Iran. @hamidrezaaz.bsky.social writes that a narrow path remains open for those willing to take it.
europeanleadershipnetwork.org/commentary/a...
europeanleadershipnetwork.org/commentary/a...
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Competing perceptions of nuclear deterrence no longer peripheral disagreements within the Nuclear Non-Proliferation Treaty (NPT) and are now driving deep divisions within the regime, threatening its very stability.
europeanleadershipnetwork.org/commentary/h...
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How opposing views on nuclear deterrence fracture the non-proliferation regime
Competing perceptions of nuclear deterrence no longer peripheral disagreements within the Nuclear Non-Proliferation Treaty (NPT) and are now driving deep divisions within the regime, threatening its v...
europeanleadershipnetwork.org
August 20, 2025 at 1:09 PM
Competing perceptions of nuclear deterrence no longer peripheral disagreements within the Nuclear Non-Proliferation Treaty (NPT) and are now driving deep divisions within the regime, threatening its very stability.
europeanleadershipnetwork.org/commentary/h...
europeanleadershipnetwork.org/commentary/h...
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📌Consider where we are in our nation's history: European prime ministers and presidents are urgently flying into the United States to oppose the actions of its unstable authoritarian leader.
August 18, 2025 at 12:04 AM
📌Consider where we are in our nation's history: European prime ministers and presidents are urgently flying into the United States to oppose the actions of its unstable authoritarian leader.
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The Whiner-in-Chief. Things seem to be getting under his skin.
August 17, 2025 at 9:06 PM
The Whiner-in-Chief. Things seem to be getting under his skin.