On the Record
On the Record
Council on Foreign Relations
On Europe’s Response to the Iran War
1 hour Posted May 8, 2026 at 11:00 am.
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In this episode, panelists discuss European responses to the war in Iran, efforts in conflict resolution, and the implications for the transatlantic relationship, EU cohesion, and Europe’s long-term strategic direction.
 
Host: Serge Schmemann, Editorial Writer, New York Times; CFR Member
 
Guests: Alexandra de Hoop Scheffer, Chief Executive Officer and President, German Marshall Fund of the United States
 
Douglas E. Lute, Chair, International and Defense Practices, BGR Group; Former U.S. Ambassador to NATO (2013-17); CFR Member
 
Ellie Geranmayeh, Deputy Director, Middle East and North Africa Programme and Senior Policy Fellow, European Council on Foreign Relations
 
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