Ian Lesser
Ian Lesser is a distinguished fellow at the German Marshall Fund of the United States, where he serves as the executive director of its Brussels office. He is recognized for his expertise in transatlantic relations, European security, and U.S. foreign policy, often providing insights into the dynamics of NATO and the EU's strategic challenges. His recent comments highlight the ongoing concerns regarding burden-sharing in European defense, particularly in the context of shifting U.S. foreign policy under President Trump.
Not in the pool (under ¢1).
Recent news mentions
Ian Lesser discussed the potential risks and outcomes of Trump's operation against Iran.
Analysis: What the death of Iran’s supreme leader means
United States· 2026-03-01
Ian Lesser, an honorary president of the German Marshall Fund, stated that the recent crisis is the most serious in transatlantic relations for some time.
Ευρώπη – ΗΠΑ: Νεκρή συμμαχία, ανέφικτος χωρισμός
Greece· 2026-01-25
Ian Lesser, a distinguished fellow at the German Marshall Fund think tank, said he would be 'surprised if many countries are willing to sign up to an initiative of this kind at a time when most are focused on preserving the existing multilateral institutions'.
Allies tepid on Trump ‘peace board’ with $1.7b permanent member fee
New Zealand· 2026-01-19
Ian Lesser argues that Trump's focus on Greenland suggests an interest in economic security.
Greenland summit at White House could shape future of the Arctic
United Kingdom· 2026-01-14
Ian Lesser points out the historical context of U.S. interference in Europe during the Cold War.
Trump pone a la UE ante su mayor temor: la injerencia política de su gran aliado | Internacional
Spain· 2025-12-07
Ian Lesser believes the document will heighten existing European concerns about transatlantic relations.
Μανιφέστο 33 σελίδων: O Τραμπ κηρύσσει ιδεολογικό πόλεμο στην ΕυρώπηGreece· 2025-12-05
Ian Lesser noted that Trump's comments are causing distrust and frustration among Europeans.
Europa asume que pagará la factura de la guerra contra Ucrania tras el nuevo giro de Trump | InternacionalSpain· 2025-09-26
Ian Lesser, head of the German Marshall Fund, emphasizes the need for NATO to act quickly in response to Russian threats.
Iαν Λέσερ στην «Κ»: Το ΝΑΤΟ να κινηθεί πολύ γρήγορα απέναντι στη ΡωσίαGreece· 2025-09-12Ian Lesser is a distinguished fellow at the German Marshall Fund of the United States, discussing the dysfunctionality of the UN.
Una disfuncional Asamblea General de la ONU cumple 80 años
Mexico· 2025-09-08
Ian Lesser warns that the timeline of a withdrawal becomes essential.
Rămâne Europa singură în fața Rusiei? Decizia care poate rescrie harta securității
Romania· 2025-07-29
Ian Lesser analyzed the confusion among European leaders on how to approach the Trump administration.
‘Papi’ Donald: el presidente de Estados Unidos impone su diplomacia del vasallaje | InternacionalSpain· 2025-06-29
Ian Lesser is an expert from the German Marshall Fund who discussed the unique circumstances of the upcoming NATO meeting.
OTAN: una cumbre sin ambiciónMexico· 2025-06-24
Ian Lesser is a prominent analyst of American foreign policy and heads the Brussels office of the German Marshall Fund of the USA.
Ιαν Λέσερ στην «Κ»: Η σύνοδος G7 είναι μια σημαντική δοκιμασίαGreece· 2025-06-15
Ian Lesser believes the G7 will focus on avoiding conflict with Trump.
Fearing Trump’s anger, non-U.S. G7 members will pursue low-bar victories in Kananaskis
Canada· 2025-06-13
Ian Lesser is the vice president and head of the Brussels office of the German Marshall Fund of the United States.
Πρέπει η Ελλάδα να διαλέξει μεταξύ ΗΠΑ και Ε.Ε.;Greece· 2025-05-02
Ian Lesser, distinguished fellow and adviser to the president of the German Marshall Fund of the United States, commented on the freedom of action felt by the president and those around him.
If Trump really is running the world, where will he take it?United States· 2025-04-29
Ian Lesser, distinguished fellow of the German Marshall Fund of the United States, discussed potential talks between the EU and China.
China has sights set on EU as the U.S. shields itself with tariffs. The EU is not so sureCanada· 2025-04-15
Ian Lesser stated that economic warfare is being weaponized for strategic gains.
Δελφοί χωρίς Πυθίες | Η ΚΑΘΗΜΕΡΙΝΗGreece· 2025-04-14
Ian Lesser is from the German Marshall Fund and commented on the impact of the Trump administration on European priorities.
Avrupa vites artırıyor: Türkiye'nin de aralarında bulunduğu yeni aktörler devreye girebilir!
Turkey· 2025-03-20
Lesser is the head of the German Marshall Fund's Brussels office.
Hvem skal Putin og Trump forhandle med i Europa?
Norway· 2025-02-28
Ian Lesser commented on the U.S. administration's concerns about burden-sharing on European defense.
Europe in disarray and ill-prepared after Donald Trump cuts it out of Ukraine talks. It missed a lot of signalsCanada· 2025-02-17
