History of the Present

Only Europe can save Ukraine from Putin and Trump

The new US national security strategy shows us Europeans exactly where we stand: alone.

Dec 7 • 

Timothy Garton Ash

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November 2025

My guide to populist-proofing your democracy...

... before it's too late.

Nov 29 • 

Timothy Garton Ash

154

29

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In conversation with Gideon Rachman...

& another with Fiona Hill, Margaret MacMillan, Rana Mitter & Anand Menon

Nov 23 • 

Timothy Garton Ash

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October 2025

Prague is now the capital of a normal country – alas!

There’s nothing peculiarly 'East European’ about this latest populist victory. It’s the new normal of the western world.

Oct 22 • 

Timothy Garton Ash

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September 2025

400 days to save American democracy

During a long stay in the US, I saw how Trump exploits deep-seated structural weaknesses. The November 2026 midterm elections are now crucial.

Sep 17 • 

Timothy Garton Ash

107

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August 2025

Ukraine: Putin's delight, Trump's disgrace, Europe's solidarity

Trump's disgraceful Alaskan embrace of Putin changed little. Ukraine and Europe can still (just) swing this war.

Aug 24 • 

Timothy Garton Ash

226

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With Trump wreaking havoc, will US Democrats learn from their Biden debacle?

Washington insider journalists also have much to answer for...

Aug 5 • 

Timothy Garton Ash

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33

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July 2025

Britain is muddling through...

... but with no idea where it's heading.

Jul 20 • 

Timothy Garton Ash

132

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June 2025

The fight for Europe's future

History of the Present (three weeks ending 30 June 2025)

Jun 30 • 

Timothy Garton Ash

200

16

50

Questions or comments?

Paid subscriber oracle slot

Jun 15 • 

Timothy Garton Ash

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The Israel-Gaza tragedy and Europe's responsibility

Reflections on European double standards and German cognitive dissonance

Jun 9 • 

Timothy Garton Ash

224

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Poland's new president is bad news for Europe

A bitterly divided country will be hamstrung just when Europe needs it most

Jun 2 • 

Timothy Garton Ash

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