Analysis

This article examines whether the US war with Iran poses security concerns for Europe such that European countries should play a more active security role. It argues that the Iran situation carries urgent security-related challenges for Europe with the implication that the UK and other European states should be more active in the theatre.

This study was written by Ian Stewart at the request of the European Parliament.

The study examines the extent to which the EU’s legal framework and Member States’ practices on dual-use export controls align with their respective legal obligations, particularly as they relate to conflict-affected regions.