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Stephanie Liechtenstein is a diplomatic correspondent and freelance journalist based in Vienna, Austria. Her articles and research are focused on multilateral diplomacy and negotiations, international organisations, foreign and security policy, the EU, the UN in Vienna as well as the International Atomic Energy Agency, East-West relations, and Austrian politics. Stephanie studied history of international relations at the London School of Economics and Political Science (LSE) and finished her studies with a Master in Science (MSc). In February 2019, she also completed an Online Postgraduate Diploma Course at the London School of Journalism. She has written for the Austrian daily newspapers Wiener Zeitung and Die Presse, as well as for the Washington Post, the Huffington Post, the EU Observer, the Security Times of the Munich Security Conference, the Global Observatory of the International Peace Institute, and the Centre for Security Studies at the ETH Zurich. She has also appeared as an expert on several radio programmes of the Austrian Public Broadcasting Company (ORF/Ö1), Talk Radio in the UK, and BBC Radio Foyle. Stephanie also regularly gives live interviews and commentary on television, including for BBC News Channel and Euronews. Stephanie is fluent in German (mother tongue), English and French. See all articles and media appearances here: stephanieliechtenstein.com
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With or without the far right in power, Austria's links with Russia cause concern among allies
Austria's longstanding ties with Russia, particularly through the far-right Freedom Party, are causing concern among Western allies regarding intelligence-sharing. The Freedom Party's past actions, including a controversial raid on Austria's domestic intelligence agency, have led to mistrust. While the center-right People’s Party currently leads coalition talks, the potential inclusion of the Freedom Party in government raises fears of compromised intelligence. Austria's neutrality and historical connections with Russia contribute to its role as a hub for espionage, with calls for stricter measures against Russian diplomats. Despite these challenges, Austria's foreign ministry maintains its stance on international law and diplomatic actions.
With or without the far right in power, Austria’s links with Russia cause concern among allies
Austria's longstanding ties with Russia, particularly through the far-right Freedom Party, are causing concern among Western allies regarding intelligence-sharing. The Freedom Party's past actions, including a controversial raid on Austria's domestic intelligence agency, have led to mistrust. The center-right People’s Party currently holds the mandate to form a government, excluding the Freedom Party. However, if negotiations fail, the Freedom Party could gain influence, potentially affecting Austria's intelligence relationships. Austria's neutrality and historical connections with Russia contribute to its complex geopolitical position, with espionage concerns persisting.
Austria expels 2 diplomats from Russia's Embassy in Vienna
Austria has ordered two diplomats from the Russian Embassy in Vienna to leave the country due to acts incompatible with their diplomatic status, which an Austrian official indicated were related to spying. The Russian Foreign Ministry announced it would respond appropriately to Vienna's decision, which it deemed groundless. The Russian Embassy expressed outrage, denying any wrongdoing and warning of a decisive response from Moscow. This incident is part of a pattern of reciprocal diplomat expulsions between Western European nations and Russia since the invasion of Ukraine in February 2022. Austria, which maintains a policy of military neutrality, has expelled more Russian diplomats recently, including four in April 2022 and another four in February 2023.
Exclusive: OSCE Permanent Council paves the way for Malta to assume the OSCE chair in 2024
The OSCE Permanent Council unanimously recommended Malta to be formally approved as the OSCE chair for 2024. This decision followed intense negotiations by North Macedonia, the current chair, to avoid a leadership vacuum. The foreign ministers of the 57 OSCE states are expected to approve Malta during their annual meeting in Skopje. The decision comes amid geopolitical tensions and challenges within the OSCE, including a lack of agreement on the organization's budget and leadership mandates. Russia's opposition to Estonia's bid for the chair in 2024 initiated the impasse, which Malta's nomination now seeks to resolve. The mandates of four top OSCE officials, including Secretary General Helga Schmid, are due to expire soon, with consensus on their extensions proving difficult.
IAEA Chief Criticizes Iran's Decision to Bar Nuclear Inspectors
IAEA Director General Rafael Mariano Grossi described Iran's September decision to ban several experienced UN inspectors from monitoring its nuclear program as a significant blow to the agency's ability to operate at the highest level. The ban affected a third of the IAEA's core group of most experienced inspectors designated for Iran. Grossi is in talks with Mohammad Eslami, head of Iran's civil nuclear program, to reverse the decision. The IAEA reported that as of October 28, Iran had approximately 128.3 kilograms of uranium enriched to 60% purity, an increase from their September report. Iran maintains its nuclear program is for peaceful purposes, but Grossi warned that Tehran has enough enriched uranium for multiple nuclear bombs if it chooses to build them.
IAEA head says the barring of several nuclear inspectors by Iran is a 'serious blow' to monitoring
IAEA Director-General Rafael Mariano Grossi described Iran's barring of several U.N. inspectors experienced in monitoring nuclear programs as a 'very serious blow' to the agency's capabilities. Despite the ban on one-third of its core group of inspectors, the IAEA continues its work. Iran, which insists its nuclear program is peaceful, has increased its stockpile of uranium enriched up to 60% purity to 128.3 kilograms, more than three times the amount considered sufficient for one nuclear bomb. The IAEA has also not made progress on Iran's explanation of man-made uranium particles found at undeclared sites, nor on reinstalling monitoring equipment removed in June 2022.
IAEA head says the barring of several nuclear inspectors by Iran is a ‘serious blow’ to monitoring
The International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA) Director-General Rafael Mariano Grossi criticized Iran's decision to bar several experienced U.N. inspectors from monitoring its nuclear program, calling it a 'serious blow' to the agency's efforts. The ban affects a significant portion of the IAEA's core group of inspectors for Iran, raising concerns about the country's increasing stockpile of near weapons-grade uranium. Iran maintains that its nuclear program is for peaceful purposes, despite warnings from the IAEA about the potential for nuclear weapons development. The situation has drawn criticism from the United States and European countries, who urge Iran to cooperate with the IAEA.
IAEA head says the barring of several nuclear inspectors by Iran is a ‘serious blow’ to monitoring
Rafael Mariano Grossi, the head of the International Atomic Energy Agency, described Iran's barring of several U.N. inspectors as a serious blow to the agency's ability to monitor Iran's nuclear program effectively. Despite the ban on one-third of the IAEA's most experienced inspectors, the agency reported that Iran has increased its stockpile of uranium enriched up to 60% purity to 128.3 kilograms, which is more than three times the amount needed for one nuclear bomb. Iran insists its nuclear program is for peaceful purposes, but the IAEA has warned that the enriched uranium could be used to build several nuclear bombs. The IAEA also noted no progress on explaining the origin of man-made uranium particles found at undeclared sites in Iran or on reinstalling monitoring equipment removed by Iran in June 2022.
IAEA head says the barring of several nuclear inspectors by Iran is a ‘serious blow’ to monitoring
Rafael Mariano Grossi, the head of the International Atomic Energy Agency, described Iran's barring of several U.N. inspectors as a serious blow to the agency's monitoring abilities. Iran targeted inspectors with significant experience, particularly in enrichment. Despite this, Iran insists its nuclear program is for peaceful purposes. The IAEA reported an increase in Iran's stockpile of uranium enriched up to 60% purity, which is close to weapons-grade levels. Iran's decision to bar inspectors was linked to accusations of political misuse by the U.S. and three European countries. The IAEA also noted no progress on explaining the origin of man-made uranium particles at undeclared sites and on reinstalling monitoring equipment.
IAEA head says the barring of several nuclear inspectors by Iran is a ‘serious blow’ to monitoring
Rafael Mariano Grossi, the head of the International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA), described Iran's barring of several U.N. inspectors as a 'very serious blow' to the agency's monitoring capabilities. The ban affected one-third of the IAEA's core group of experienced inspectors. Despite this, Iran continues to increase its stockpile of uranium enriched up to 60% purity, now estimated at 128.3 kilograms, which is more than three times the amount defined by the IAEA as sufficient for one nuclear bomb. Iran insists its nuclear program is for peaceful purposes, but the IAEA warns that the enriched uranium could be used for several nuclear bombs. The IAEA also reported no progress on Iran's explanation of man-made uranium particles found at undeclared sites or on reinstalling monitoring equipment removed in June 2022.
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