Sylvie Kauffmann
@sylviekauffmann.bsky.social
Journaliste Le Monde / Foreign Affairs Columnist Le Monde/ Contributing Opinion Writer FT / Auteur de "Les Aveuglés - Comment Berlin et Paris ont laissé la voie libre à la Russie" (Stock)
'We should call a war a war, whether it is hybrid, informational, cyber, or 'below the threshold'" @lemonde.fr 'https://www.lemonde.fr/en/opinion/article/2026/09/24/we-must-call-a-war-a-war-whether-it-is-informational-cyber-hybrid-or-covert_6757906_23.html?lmd_medium=lm&lmd_campaign=partager
'We must call a war a war, whether it is informational, cyber, hybrid or covert'
COLUMN. After four and a half years of war, Vladimir Putin's failure to conquer Ukraine has prompted him to escalate his campaign, seeking to destroy Ukraine and destabilize Europe, writes columnist S...
www.lemonde.fr
September 25, 2026 at 5:50 AM
'We should call a war a war, whether it is hybrid, informational, cyber, or 'below the threshold'" @lemonde.fr 'https://www.lemonde.fr/en/opinion/article/2026/09/24/we-must-call-a-war-a-war-whether-it-is-informational-cyber-hybrid-or-covert_6757906_23.html?lmd_medium=lm&lmd_campaign=partager
Comment la Patrouille de France a conquis @michaelcrowley.bsky.social correspondant diplomatique du @nytimes.com, even though making him "feel like warm spoiled mayonnaise". Lovely piece www.nytimes.com/2026/07/04/u...
What a French Fighter Jet Ride Taught Me About the Fourth of July
www.nytimes.com
July 4, 2026 at 10:03 AM
Comment la Patrouille de France a conquis @michaelcrowley.bsky.social correspondant diplomatique du @nytimes.com, even though making him "feel like warm spoiled mayonnaise". Lovely piece www.nytimes.com/2026/07/04/u...
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Donald Trump declared making more than 22,000 stock transactions in 2025, according to the FT analysis. His immediate predecessor, Joe Biden, made 13 transactions over four years. In his first term, Trump made 517. ft.trib.al/ld3ItuQ
July 1, 2026 at 9:56 PM
Donald Trump declared making more than 22,000 stock transactions in 2025, according to the FT analysis. His immediate predecessor, Joe Biden, made 13 transactions over four years. In his first term, Trump made 517. ft.trib.al/ld3ItuQ
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It didn’t take long. We’re back to @fromtga.bsky.social’s question. A German Europe or a European Germany? www.ft.com/content/dc32... The new German military question
The new German military question
France and other countries in Europe fear that Berlin is planning to go it alone
www.ft.com
June 20, 2026 at 8:51 AM
It didn’t take long. We’re back to @fromtga.bsky.social’s question. A German Europe or a European Germany? www.ft.com/content/dc32... The new German military question
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The new German military question—In some European capitals — but, regrettably, less so in Berlin — the debate has moved on from “Can the Germans fight?” to “Is Germany re-arming itself or is it re-arming Europe?” Germany… www.ft.com/content/dc32... @sylviekauffmann.bsky.social @financialtimes.com
The new German military question
France and other countries in Europe fear that Berlin is planning to go it alone
www.ft.com
June 19, 2026 at 12:12 AM
The new German military question—In some European capitals — but, regrettably, less so in Berlin — the debate has moved on from “Can the Germans fight?” to “Is Germany re-arming itself or is it re-arming Europe?” Germany… www.ft.com/content/dc32... @sylviekauffmann.bsky.social @financialtimes.com
Is it the right time for Europe to try to engage Russia on Ukraine? My take in @lemonde.fr
'Speaking with Putin? For Europe, there may be a window of opportunity. But how and for what purpose?'
COLUMN. On the eve of three major summits – the G7 in Evian, the European Council in Brussels, and the NATO summit in Ankara – Europe is positioning itself to take the lead in potential talks on Ukrai...
www.lemonde.fr
June 12, 2026 at 5:36 PM
Is it the right time for Europe to try to engage Russia on Ukraine? My take in @lemonde.fr
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Wrote a short comment on Sweden’s decision to procure French frigates. It’s a big deal for Swedish air defence, French industry, and the future of European security if this turns into a deeper strategic partnership.
Many people will say that France will be France, but beggars can’t be choosers !
Many people will say that France will be France, but beggars can’t be choosers !
Long Live The Bernadotte Connection
In a major deal, Sweden decided to buy frigates from France. The Sweden-France connection could become an important strategic partnership.
open.substack.com
May 20, 2026 at 3:44 PM
Wrote a short comment on Sweden’s decision to procure French frigates. It’s a big deal for Swedish air defence, French industry, and the future of European security if this turns into a deeper strategic partnership.
Many people will say that France will be France, but beggars can’t be choosers !
Many people will say that France will be France, but beggars can’t be choosers !
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☢️New ECFR's interactive dashboard!
"Iran Nuclear Monitor: Month by Month"
It forecasts 6 realistic scenarios ahead for the nuclear program, explaining why and how they could unfold & the threat level each poses to Western security interests. @ecfrmena.bsky.social
ecfr.eu/special/iran...
"Iran Nuclear Monitor: Month by Month"
It forecasts 6 realistic scenarios ahead for the nuclear program, explaining why and how they could unfold & the threat level each poses to Western security interests. @ecfrmena.bsky.social
ecfr.eu/special/iran...
May 18, 2026 at 8:00 AM
☢️New ECFR's interactive dashboard!
"Iran Nuclear Monitor: Month by Month"
It forecasts 6 realistic scenarios ahead for the nuclear program, explaining why and how they could unfold & the threat level each poses to Western security interests. @ecfrmena.bsky.social
ecfr.eu/special/iran...
"Iran Nuclear Monitor: Month by Month"
It forecasts 6 realistic scenarios ahead for the nuclear program, explaining why and how they could unfold & the threat level each poses to Western security interests. @ecfrmena.bsky.social
ecfr.eu/special/iran...
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🚨The court issued verdicts in the October 4 case.
Those arrested on charges of organizing: Paata Burchuladze, Murtaz Zodelava, Irakli Nadiradze, Paata Manjgaladze, and Lasha Beridze were each sentenced to seven years in prison.
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Those arrested on charges of organizing: Paata Burchuladze, Murtaz Zodelava, Irakli Nadiradze, Paata Manjgaladze, and Lasha Beridze were each sentenced to seven years in prison.
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May 7, 2026 at 3:00 PM
🚨The court issued verdicts in the October 4 case.
Those arrested on charges of organizing: Paata Burchuladze, Murtaz Zodelava, Irakli Nadiradze, Paata Manjgaladze, and Lasha Beridze were each sentenced to seven years in prison.
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Those arrested on charges of organizing: Paata Burchuladze, Murtaz Zodelava, Irakli Nadiradze, Paata Manjgaladze, and Lasha Beridze were each sentenced to seven years in prison.
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No progress in Georgia 🇬🇪🇪🇺 as the country continues its rapid descent into authoritarian rule, say @afet.europarl.europa.eu MEPs in a new report adopted today.
Press release www.europarl.europa.eu/news/en/pres...
Rapporteur Rasa JUKNEVIČIENĖ
Press release www.europarl.europa.eu/news/en/pres...
Rapporteur Rasa JUKNEVIČIENĖ
May 5, 2026 at 8:48 AM
No progress in Georgia 🇬🇪🇪🇺 as the country continues its rapid descent into authoritarian rule, say @afet.europarl.europa.eu MEPs in a new report adopted today.
Press release www.europarl.europa.eu/news/en/pres...
Rapporteur Rasa JUKNEVIČIENĖ
Press release www.europarl.europa.eu/news/en/pres...
Rapporteur Rasa JUKNEVIČIENĖ
Mort de Soledad Gallego-Diaz, la grande dame du journalisme espagnol. RIP. @elpais.com
Muere Soledad Gallego-Díaz, la periodista total
La primera mujer directora de EL PAÍS fue corresponsal en numerosas capitales y logró la gran exclusiva periodística de la Transición
elpais.com
May 6, 2026 at 7:26 AM
Mort de Soledad Gallego-Diaz, la grande dame du journalisme espagnol. RIP. @elpais.com
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Big EU digital news:
Commission has preliminarily found Meta's Instagram and Facebook in breach of the Digital Services Act (DSA) for failing to diligently identify, assess and mitigate the risks of minors under 13 years old accessing their services.
Commission has preliminarily found Meta's Instagram and Facebook in breach of the Digital Services Act (DSA) for failing to diligently identify, assess and mitigate the risks of minors under 13 years old accessing their services.
Commission preliminarily finds Meta in breach of Digital Services Act for failing to prevent minors under 13 from using Instagram and Facebook
The European Commission has preliminarily found Meta\'s Instagram and Facebook in breach of the Digital Services Act (DSA) for failing to diligently identify, assess and mitigate the risks of minors under 13 years old accessing their services.
ec.europa.eu
April 29, 2026 at 7:30 AM
Big EU digital news:
Commission has preliminarily found Meta's Instagram and Facebook in breach of the Digital Services Act (DSA) for failing to diligently identify, assess and mitigate the risks of minors under 13 years old accessing their services.
Commission has preliminarily found Meta's Instagram and Facebook in breach of the Digital Services Act (DSA) for failing to diligently identify, assess and mitigate the risks of minors under 13 years old accessing their services.
"En quelques opérations financières, Critical Metals, une société américaine créée en 2022, a pris le contrôle total d’un gisement majeur de terres rares au Groenland" @lemonde.fr
« Les terres rares du Groenland qui n’ont pas été obtenues militairement sont en passe de l’être grâce à Wall Street »
CHRONIQUE. En quelques opérations financières, Critical Metals, une société américaine, a pris le contrôle total, en avril, d’un gisement majeur de terres rares au Groenland. C’est une preuve de plus ...
www.lemonde.fr
April 29, 2026 at 7:51 AM
"En quelques opérations financières, Critical Metals, une société américaine créée en 2022, a pris le contrôle total d’un gisement majeur de terres rares au Groenland" @lemonde.fr
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The EU’s new Industrial Accelerator Act is missing the key ingredient needed for acceleration: a reliable supply of processed minerals.
For this, Europeans should turn to African countries and offer them industrial investments tied to offtake commitments.
https://bit.ly/3QmVTB7
For this, Europeans should turn to African countries and offer them industrial investments tied to offtake commitments.
https://bit.ly/3QmVTB7
Lost in processing: Why ‘Made in Europe’ needs an Africa strategy – European Council on Foreign Relations
The EU’s new Industrial Accelerator Act is missing the key ingredient needed for acceleration—a reliable supply of processed minerals. For this, Europeans shoul
bit.ly
April 26, 2026 at 9:54 AM
The EU’s new Industrial Accelerator Act is missing the key ingredient needed for acceleration: a reliable supply of processed minerals.
For this, Europeans should turn to African countries and offer them industrial investments tied to offtake commitments.
https://bit.ly/3QmVTB7
For this, Europeans should turn to African countries and offer them industrial investments tied to offtake commitments.
https://bit.ly/3QmVTB7
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💥Orbán heads to the US in June, where family members already live, while loyalists seek MAGA think-tank jobs and visas after the election defeat. Meanwhile, oligarchs & cronies are shifting wealth abroad, largely to the Middle East. @floragaramvolgyi.bsky.social's story quoting @vsquare.bsky.social
Orbán associates rush to move wealth out of Hungary after election defeat
Incoming PM Péter Magyar accuses Fidesz-linked figures of trying to shield their wealth from accountability
www.theguardian.com
April 26, 2026 at 5:58 PM
💥Orbán heads to the US in June, where family members already live, while loyalists seek MAGA think-tank jobs and visas after the election defeat. Meanwhile, oligarchs & cronies are shifting wealth abroad, largely to the Middle East. @floragaramvolgyi.bsky.social's story quoting @vsquare.bsky.social
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Yesterday, we were delighted to host @cbeaune.bsky.social at the @hertieschool.bsky.social for a keynote & discussion moderated by our co-director @onethuthree.bsky.social on Europe's geoeconomic future.
➡️ A recording of the event is now available here: www.youtube.com/watch?v=HzhQ...
➡️ A recording of the event is now available here: www.youtube.com/watch?v=HzhQ...
April 24, 2026 at 4:11 PM
Yesterday, we were delighted to host @cbeaune.bsky.social at the @hertieschool.bsky.social for a keynote & discussion moderated by our co-director @onethuthree.bsky.social on Europe's geoeconomic future.
➡️ A recording of the event is now available here: www.youtube.com/watch?v=HzhQ...
➡️ A recording of the event is now available here: www.youtube.com/watch?v=HzhQ...
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BREAKING: Viktor Orbán quits Hungary's parliament after 36 years – confirming my earlier scoop that he's planning a longer US trip this summer, where heads of the Orbán business empire – his daughter and son-in-law – already live, and where he could possibly seek refuge from prosecution.
April 25, 2026 at 3:44 PM
BREAKING: Viktor Orbán quits Hungary's parliament after 36 years – confirming my earlier scoop that he's planning a longer US trip this summer, where heads of the Orbán business empire – his daughter and son-in-law – already live, and where he could possibly seek refuge from prosecution.
Les aumôniers militaires, de plus en plus demandés sur le front en Ukraine. Reportage @faustinevincent.bsky.social @lemonde.fr www.lemonde.fr/internationa...
« Tout le monde s’est mis à croire en Dieu au premier bombardement » : en Ukraine, les aumôniers militaires, témoins directs de l’enfer du front
Eprouvés par quatre années de guerre à grande échelle, les soldats trouvent auprès des chapelains militaires un soutien moral précieux. Confrontés à la mort et à la destruction au quotidien, ils sont ...
www.lemonde.fr
April 22, 2026 at 9:23 PM
Les aumôniers militaires, de plus en plus demandés sur le front en Ukraine. Reportage @faustinevincent.bsky.social @lemonde.fr www.lemonde.fr/internationa...
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Appel à témoignages : vous avez décidé d’investir dans l’industrie de la défense en raison du contexte géopolitique ? Racontez-nous
Appel à témoignages : vous avez décidé d’investir dans l’industrie de la défense en raison du contexte géopolitique ? Racontez-nous
Guerre en Ukraine, réarmement français et européen, conflits au Proche et au Moyen-Orient… Vous êtes un particulier et avez placé de l’argent dans l’industrie de la défense au regard du contexte international. Partagez votre expérience avec nous.
www.lemonde.fr
April 22, 2026 at 4:45 PM
Appel à témoignages : vous avez décidé d’investir dans l’industrie de la défense en raison du contexte géopolitique ? Racontez-nous
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Can Hungary show the way out of deep populism? I write from Budapest…
www.theguardian.com/commentisfre...
www.theguardian.com/commentisfre...
In a joyful Budapest, I see the chance of an unprecedented transition | Timothy Garton Ash
With the ejection of Trumpian hero Viktor Orbán, Hungarians demanded a restored democracy. Now, Europe must support them, says historian, political writer and Guardian columnist Timothy Garton Ash
www.theguardian.com
April 14, 2026 at 5:48 PM
Can Hungary show the way out of deep populism? I write from Budapest…
www.theguardian.com/commentisfre...
www.theguardian.com/commentisfre...
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France is switching from Microsoft to Linux
"We must become less reliant on American tools and regain control of our digital destiny. We can no longer accept that our data, our infrastructure, our strategic decisions depend on solutions whose rules, pricing, evolution, and risks we do not control."
"We must become less reliant on American tools and regain control of our digital destiny. We can no longer accept that our data, our infrastructure, our strategic decisions depend on solutions whose rules, pricing, evolution, and risks we do not control."
numerique.gouv.fr
www.numerique.gouv.fr
April 12, 2026 at 8:48 PM
France is switching from Microsoft to Linux
"We must become less reliant on American tools and regain control of our digital destiny. We can no longer accept that our data, our infrastructure, our strategic decisions depend on solutions whose rules, pricing, evolution, and risks we do not control."
"We must become less reliant on American tools and regain control of our digital destiny. We can no longer accept that our data, our infrastructure, our strategic decisions depend on solutions whose rules, pricing, evolution, and risks we do not control."
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I just came back from some days in Africa.
Here’s what you find on the streets of Dakar.
russia’s propaganda channel is running outdoor adverts.
One of the slogans reads ‘the future belongs to you.’
Reality check: they’re using Africans as cannon fodder, when their militias aren’t murdering them.
Here’s what you find on the streets of Dakar.
russia’s propaganda channel is running outdoor adverts.
One of the slogans reads ‘the future belongs to you.’
Reality check: they’re using Africans as cannon fodder, when their militias aren’t murdering them.
April 12, 2026 at 4:37 PM
I just came back from some days in Africa.
Here’s what you find on the streets of Dakar.
russia’s propaganda channel is running outdoor adverts.
One of the slogans reads ‘the future belongs to you.’
Reality check: they’re using Africans as cannon fodder, when their militias aren’t murdering them.
Here’s what you find on the streets of Dakar.
russia’s propaganda channel is running outdoor adverts.
One of the slogans reads ‘the future belongs to you.’
Reality check: they’re using Africans as cannon fodder, when their militias aren’t murdering them.
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Georgian Dream MPs and high-ranking officials appeared at the April 9 Memorial, where they were met with protest chants.
#GeorgiaProtests
#GeorgiaProtests
April 9, 2026 at 7:25 AM
Georgian Dream MPs and high-ranking officials appeared at the April 9 Memorial, where they were met with protest chants.
#GeorgiaProtests
#GeorgiaProtests
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‘Building an illiberal democracy in the heart of Europe started with taking advantage of the generous EU budget while relentlessly attacking what were viewed as Brussels’ infringements on Hungary’s sovereignty. EU cohesion funds financed over half of public investments’ www.ft.com/content/e04b...
How the EU made Viktor Orbán
Hungary’s illiberal champion has benefited from the misjudgments and complacency of other leaders
www.ft.com
April 7, 2026 at 6:25 AM
‘Building an illiberal democracy in the heart of Europe started with taking advantage of the generous EU budget while relentlessly attacking what were viewed as Brussels’ infringements on Hungary’s sovereignty. EU cohesion funds financed over half of public investments’ www.ft.com/content/e04b...
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📅 Deadline extended to 30 March 2026!
Apply for the 5th Henrik Enderlein Prize, honouring our founding director’s legacy of European engagement & academic excellence.
€10,000 award by @hertieschool.bsky.social, @sciencespo.bsky.social, @diplo.de & the French Ministry for Europe & Foreign Affairs ⬇️
Apply for the 5th Henrik Enderlein Prize, honouring our founding director’s legacy of European engagement & academic excellence.
€10,000 award by @hertieschool.bsky.social, @sciencespo.bsky.social, @diplo.de & the French Ministry for Europe & Foreign Affairs ⬇️
Call for submissions: Henrik Enderlein Prize
The fifth Franco-German research prize will be given to exceptional scholars under 40 whose work contributes to solving the future challenges of Europe.
www.delorscentre.eu
March 27, 2026 at 9:41 AM
📅 Deadline extended to 30 March 2026!
Apply for the 5th Henrik Enderlein Prize, honouring our founding director’s legacy of European engagement & academic excellence.
€10,000 award by @hertieschool.bsky.social, @sciencespo.bsky.social, @diplo.de & the French Ministry for Europe & Foreign Affairs ⬇️
Apply for the 5th Henrik Enderlein Prize, honouring our founding director’s legacy of European engagement & academic excellence.
€10,000 award by @hertieschool.bsky.social, @sciencespo.bsky.social, @diplo.de & the French Ministry for Europe & Foreign Affairs ⬇️