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Book SynopsisWilliam H. Hill traces the development of the post–Cold War European security order to explain today’s tensions, showing how attempts to include Russia were overshadowed by the domination of NATO and the EU. Closing with war in Ukraine,
No Place for Russia argues that the post–Cold War order in Europe has been irrevocably shattered.
Trade ReviewWilliam H. Hill's
No Place for Russia is the most comprehensive and lucid account I have read of how the post-Cold War Euro-Atlantic security order developed. Hill’s long experience as a diplomat and his scholarly eye offer new insight into the unsuccessful project to integrate Russia into European security structures, explaining how and why the buoyant optimism of the late 1980s gave way to the rancor and resentment that define attitudes between Moscow and the West today. An indispensable work for understanding why the East-West divide has reemerged, and a source of wisdom on how both sides might begin to repair the damage done. -- John Beyrle, former U.S. ambassador to Russia and Bulgaria
William H. Hill is the perfect person to tell the story of how the promise and hope that accompanied the end of the Cold War have been replaced by war and renewed division in Europe three decades later. As a longtime student of Russia and as a former diplomat directly involved in addressing some of Europe’s most intractable security challenges, Hill brings a wealth of experience and insights into this clearly written, compelling, and timely narrative. -- David Kramer, former U.S. assistant secretary of state for democracy, human rights, and labor
The end of the Cold War brought with it the expectation of a new era of peace and prosperity. What went wrong? A lack of trust and a lingering Cold War mentality in some quarters, compounded by misunderstandings, misperceptions, and missed opportunities, led to progressively worsening relations between Russia and the West. With his lucid and objective analysis, a direct witness and a protagonist of key events during the last quarter of a century helps us to understand. -- Lamberto Zannier, high commissioner on national minorities, Organization for Security and Cooperation in Europe
William Hill provides a superb analysis of the evolution of European and transatlantic security institutions since the end of the Cold War, explaining why they collectively failed to provide the comprehensive security regime that many on both sides of the Atlantic hoped would emerge after 1989. Combining the analytical skills of a well-trained historian with the experience of a senior diplomat who participated in many of the events he analyzes,
No Place for Russia provides a comprehensive analysis of why relations between Russia and West failed to develop around a regime of cooperative security and explores the challenges for policy makers throughout the region to cope with the ambiguous, messy international security disorder that has emerged in the early decades of the twenty-first century. -- P. Terrence Hopmann, Johns Hopkins University
A balanced history * Foreign Affairs *
At a time when Europe’s security future looks increasingly tense, Hill’s impressive analysis of the last quarter-century helps us understand how events turned from post-Cold War euphoria to early 21st century uncertainty. * Russia Matters *
William Hill has managed to assess a compelling yet complicated subject with a balanced approach.... a comprehensive and valuable source for understanding the roots and implications of the tensions between Russia and the West. * Strategic Analysis *
This volume should be read by all students interested in further developing our understanding of security relations across the Atlantic and in Eurasia. * Sehepunkte *
Table of ContentsPreface and Acknowledgments
Introduction
1. From a Europe Divided to a Europe Whole and Free
2. Building the New World Order, 1990–1991
3. Building the New Institutions: NATO, the EU, and the OSCE
4. NATO and the EU Move East: Extending Stability, or New Divisions?
5. War Over Kosovo: The Parting of the Ways
6. New Millennium, New Threats
7. Colors of Revolution, Rivalry, and Discord
8. Russia Leaves the West: From Kosovo to Georgia
9. The Reset: One More Try
10. Things Fall Apart—Again!
11. Confrontation in Ukraine: War in Europe Again
12. The Future of European Security: The Past as Present
Notes
Index
