Honored to join this gathering of leaders, activists and peace-builders from 40 countries to discuss how to build on the work of the last 24 years of UNSCR 1325 to advance urgently needed conflict resolution and accountability mechanisms. Council on Foreign Relations #WPSRKS2024

I am honored to be part of this wonderful podcast hosted by Gabrielle Sierra with the eloquent Sandra Pepera and the recognition of the CFR Women & Foreign Policy Women’s Power Index produced by Noel James and created by Rachel Vogelstein. Powerhouse women all!

Read this piece by Evelyn Farkas for some important observations about the state of the war in Ukraine based on her latest trip there.

Indeed, one might go as far as saying that reducing US membership in its alliance network (which includes NATO) might result in HIGHER defense spending. That's the essence of the debate in this Security Studies exchange over the cost of US alliances.

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⁦Shira Efron⁩ from ⁦Israel Policy Forum⁩ has written a deeply informed policy assessment of how the PA can be integrated into Gaza aid efforts in ways that would serve Israel as well as the Palestinians. timesofisrael.com/integrating-pa…

Sharing this link to the Women Political Leaders annual summit in Athens including our discussion w/these impressive parliamentarians about their efforts to prevent violence against women which is deterring more women from entering the ring. Thanks to Women Political Leaders Council on Foreign Relations

Delighted to discuss the landmark EU Digital Services Act, & Australian and UK Online Safety Acts with legislators & activists from 57 countries at the Women Political Leaders summit in Athens. Women are the major targets of gender-based violence. Council on Foreign Relations

FL Supreme Court approves abortion rights referendum in November: it will take 60 percent of voters to enshrine those rights in the state constitution. A Pew poll says 56% of respondents favor rights, 5% 'don't know'. All about the turnout. on.cfr.org/4aiQjox via Council on Foreign Relations

NATO's commitment to defend countries that uphold these values is enshrined in several provisions of the Washington Treaty. It is therefore only right to be a member of this international organisation and to celebrate the 20th anniversary of our membership.

So inspiring to meet these amazing women Women Political Leaders Annual Summit in Athens, headlined by Greece's first woman president katerina sakellaropoulou, at the Acropolis museum with its stunning collection of Athena Korai

My take: Women Voters’ Pivotal Role in Electing the Next U.S. President | Council on Foreign Relations cfr.org/blog/women-vot…

Helle Thorning S, Laura Liswood, and Silvana Koch-Mehrin discuss the policy achievements of female political leaders, necessary measures to achieve increased women’s leadership, and recommendations for bridging divides in a time of turmoil with Linda Robinson. on.cfr.org/48Wd3sD

During my recent visit to Washington, the focus was on helping Ukraine win. I met President Biden Biden at the #GridironDinner and spoke to U.S. media.

Here's my interview to National Journal. My message: it's cheaper to be on the right side of history now: nationaljournal.com/s/724506/weakn…

Gambia Votes to Overturn Landmark Ban on Female Genital Cutting - The New York Times nytimes.com/2024/03/18/wor…

Please read and share Linda Thomas-Greenfield’s appeal ⁦Council on Foreign Relations⁩ ⁦CFR Women & Foreign Policy⁩ nytimes.com/2024/03/18/opi…

Delighted to participate in this discussion convened by Women Political Leaders and parliamentarians to discuss how they can use technology to both promote democracy and rein in online threats they face daily.

Diligent reporting on Discord’s failure over 2 years to address the horrific harms occurring on its platform. The UK, Australia, and the European Union have acted, but not the US. Removing companies’ liability shield will change their incentive structure. washingtonpost.com/investigations…

Despite evidence that women’s participation makes peacebuilding more effective, the number of women in decision-making roles is falling.

Women lead to peace.

Budgets & policies must follow.

#InvestInWomen

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It's been a year since I last heard from my husband, Siarhei. Since then, there has only been silence. No letters, no phone calls, no meetings with lawyers.

I only received anonymous letters claiming that he had passed away. And a video that was published last year, where I can…