Report 2025

With the United States gradually recalibrating its global role, Europe must be prepared to shoulder greater responsibility for its own security and stability. The Report argues that Western democracies still have the tools to win the war before the war—to secure a geopolitical victory that is cheaper, more attainable, and well within reach if only we act decisively and with the right mindset.
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About the WSF 2025 Report

In 2025, under the theme #DividedWeFall, the Warsaw Security Forum Annual Report confronts a stark reality: the cost of inaction. As Russia’s war of aggression grinds on, the report examines the consequences Europe and the broader transatlantic alliance will face if they fail to provide Ukraine with the support it needs and to take the strategic steps required to strengthen their own defense and resilience in an increasingly unpredictable global environment.

With the United States gradually recalibrating its global role, Europe must be prepared to shoulder greater responsibility for its own security and stability. The Report argues that Western democracies still have the tools to win the war before the war—to secure a geopolitical victory that is cheaper, more attainable, and well within reach if only we act decisively and with the right mindset.

Endorsed by leading voices from the WSF community, the 2025 edition is structured around four core policy areas: Foreign Policy, Defence, Energy & Climate, Democratic Security.

Each chapter offers a practical roadmap for decision-makers, outlining strategic goals, identifying milestones, and anticipating the political and institutional obstacles ahead. By linking these domains under a single imperative—the need to act collectively and with clarity—the Report delivers both diagnosis and prescription.

Its message is clear: Europe cannot afford to hesitate. Unity is no longer just a value—it is a condition of survival.

Today, Europe stands before the most severe test of our generation. The courage of Ukraine, the commitment of NATO allies, and the leadership of the United States have carried us far. Yet these immense efforts could still be undone – unless we answer a simple but urgent question: What does Europe truly stand for? This year’s WSF 2025 Report, „Winning the War Before the War: A Blueprint for Europe”, is our answer. Its core message is this: deterrence, unity, and resilience must not be reactions to aggression – they must be the conditions that prevent aggression in the first place. Victory must be secured before the next escalation begins.

Katarzyna Pisarska

Chair, Warsaw Security Forum

Signatories

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#DividedWeFall
Europe must speak with one voice and lead the transatlantic effort to keep the U.S. engaged. Only unity and decisive action can secure Ukraine’s victory, strengthen Europe’s resilience, deter Russia, and ensure that the transatlantic bond remains the cornerstone of our security.

Frequently Asked Questions

The WSF Report is both aspirational and recommendation-driven. In addition to outlining specific challenges and topics, it aims to propose practical solutions and a feasible roadmap for achieving them. Each edition presents advocacy causes — concrete calls to action directed at policymakers, legislators, and opinion leaders.

The topic of the Report changes each year but is always aligned with the umbrella message of the conference. Rather than offering a broad overview of global trends, the Report focuses on targeted, actionable policies that can realistically be implemented and contribute meaningfully to regional and international security.

The Report is drafted by the Casimir Pulaski Foundation team in close cooperation with high-level working groups. These groups consist of members of parliaments, think tank representatives, military experts, and policymakers. Their input helps shape the content, and many later serve as signatories of the final Report.

The Report is typically released one week prior to the Warsaw Security Forum, which takes place in late September. It is distributed on-site during the event and also made available on the official website.

The Warsaw Security Forum is not only a space for dialogue but also a platform that contributes new ideas and shapes the debate on international security. The Report forms part of the Casimir Pulaski Foundation’s broader advocacy efforts, and its key messages are carried forward throughout the year via meetings, delegations, and strategic outreach across the transatlantic community.

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