Beyond NATO

Focusing on the need for a new security framework, Michael O'Hanlon advocates for a strategy of permanent neutrality for Eastern European countries to enhance stability and mitigate conflict risks with Russia. He suggests that NATO expansion has reached its limit and proposes engaging neutral nations, including Finland, Sweden, Ukraine, and others, in discussions to establish this architecture. The process would start within NATO, involve the neutral countries, and culminate in formal negotiations with Russia to create a balanced security environment in the region.