Author: Silvia Oggiano

Silvia is a passionate and dedicated master's graduate in European and International Studies from the University of Trento. She specializes in European foreign policy with a keen focus on conflict resolution within the Balkans and MENA region. Silvia brings fervent enthusiasm for writing, reading, and research, offering a nuanced understanding of global affairs. Her academic journey has instilled in her a belief in the power of comparative analysis to illuminate complex international dynamics. Silvia is driven by a relentless curiosity to unravel the intricacies of diplomacy and the role of supranational entities like the EU in fostering peace.

World News

(ARTICLE) EU – Israel Relations: Between Strong Ties and Strategic Ambiguity

By Silvia Oggiano 7 February, 2025 7 February, 2025 0

The EU needs to develop a common position on the Israeli-Palestinian conflict and speak with one voice on the topic. The endorsement of a two-state solution is an empty shell if it is not accompanied by coherent policies. Europe has moved from efforts to build a Palestinian state to attempts at managing an ever-worsening “status quo” to which it clings mainly because it sees no alternative.

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(Report) The Ukraine Conundrum: Reform, Resilience, And European Integration

By Silvia Oggiano 11 November, 2024 26 November, 2024 0

Ukraine’s path to EU membership will necessitate the establishment of clear standards for rule of law and fundamental values, along with effective mechanisms to ensure ongoing compliance post-accession. This approach is crucial to ensuring that future enlargements positively impact EU governance.

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WHAT PROSPECTS FOR EU ENLARGEMENT? HOW KOSOVO AND UKRAINE SHAPED THE EU ENLARGEMENT

By Silvia Oggiano 2 July, 2024 2 July, 2024 0

The Kosovo War (1998-1999) and the ongoing Ukraine War (2022) both significantly influenced the EU’s approach to enlargement strategies.