The Panel I entitled “Three Years of the Aggression War in Ukraine. Possible Developments and the Strategic Impact on Europe’s Security”, was chaired by Lieutenant General (ret.) Vasile TOADER, Member of Scientific Council of New Strategy Center, former Deputy Chief of Defence, Romania, with speakers· Lieutenant General Iulian BERDILĂ, Deputy Chief of Defence for Operations and Training, Romania, Mr. Mykhailo SAMUS, Director, New Geopolitics Research Network, Non-resident expert New Strategy Center, Ukraine (VTC), Major General (Ret) Vakhtang KAPANADZE, former  Chief of Defence, Georgia , Ambassador Daniel FRIED, Distinguished Fellow, Atlantic Council, former Assistant Secretary of State for European and Eurasian affairs, USA, Mr. Emmanuel DUPUY, President, Institute for European Perspective and Security, France, who addressed critical issues surrounding the war in Ukraine and its broader implications for Europe’s security.

The discussion began by exploring the increasing use of advanced weapons, particularly drones, which serve both to protect lives and inflict significant damage. The potential developments in the conflict and the evolving role of key actors were also highlighted. Attention was drawn to the future of the European Eastern Flank and its security considering these developments.

The importance of drones as a primary weapon in modern warfare was emphasized, along with the strategic necessity of deploying them for enhanced combat effectiveness and with many nations developing their own processes for alignment with NATO goals.

The need to understand Russia’s complex strategy and the importance of military-industrial cooperation in shaping future security policies was highlighted. Romania’s role in supporting Ukraine through training and logistical aid was particularly noted, demonstrating its active and proactive stance in addressing current strategic challenges.

The conversation highlighted the crucial need to strengthen strategic deterrence across Europe, and to establish a unified EU doctrine that ensures strategic autonomy. It was also stressed that a ceasefire alone would not be enough to guarantee long-term peace