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Hearing on Russian Military Activity in Europe

Original title: THE GROWING RUSSIAN MILITARY THREAT IN EUROPE

January 1, 2017

foreign policynational securityRussiamilitary strategyHelsinki Final ActEuropean security

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The Frame

What this does

The hearing serves as an official record of Congressional oversight regarding U.S. foreign policy and security strategy toward Russia, which influences diplomatic and military resource allocation in Europe.

Who is mentioned in the record

Potentially affected actors named in the source documents. Mention is not a position.

U.S. Congress

Members of the Commission are responsible for oversight and potential legislative action regarding foreign policy.

European Security Partners

These nations are the primary focus of the security concerns discussed regarding Russian military activity.

What changed

Last recorded activity January 1, 2017.

What's next

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Summary

This document is a transcript of a 2017 Congressional hearing held by the Commission on Security and Cooperation in Europe. The hearing focused on evaluating Russia's military actions in Europe and their compliance with international agreements like the .

Key Facts

  • The hearing was held on May 17, 2017, in the Senate Visitors Center.
  • The Commission on Security and Cooperation in Europe is mandated to monitor compliance with the Helsinki Final Act.
  • The hearing focused on Russia's use of military force beyond its borders.
  • Chairman Roger Wicker stated that Russian leadership has violated commitments in the Helsinki Final Act.
  • The hearing included testimony from three expert witnesses: Michael Carpenter, Stephen Rademaker, and Steven Pifer.
  • This was the second hearing in a series; the first, held on April 26, 2017, focused on human rights abuses within Russia.

Why It Matters

The hearing serves as an official record of Congressional oversight regarding U.S. foreign policy and security strategy toward Russia, which influences diplomatic and military resource allocation in Europe.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the purpose of the Helsinki Commission?
The Commission is tasked with monitoring the compliance of signatory nations with the and other international security agreements.
Who testified at this hearing?
The witnesses were Dr. Michael Carpenter (Penn Biden Center), Stephen Rademaker (The Podesta Group), and Ambassador Steven Pifer (The Brookings Institution).

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Discoveries

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Focus on External Aggression

The commission explicitly shifted its focus from internal Russian human rights abuses in April 2017 to external military threats in May 2017.

Commission on Security and Cooperation in Europe

Connected Entities

personRoger F. Wicker“Chairman of the Commission on Security and Cooperation in Europe”Map →
personVladimir Putin“President of Russia”Map →
personStephen Rademaker“Witness, Principal at The Podesta Group”Map →
personMichael Carpenter“Witness, Senior Director at Penn Biden Center”Map →
organizationCommission on Security and Cooperation in Europe“The Helsinki Commission conducting the hearing”Map →
personSteven Pifer“Witness, Director of Arms Control at The Brookings Institution”Map →

Sources

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www.govinfo.gov

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  • Controversy50
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  • Entertainment10
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