Building a framework of security for Southeast Europe and the Black Sea region a challenge facing NATO - Peterson, James W. 1945- (2013)
Includes bibliographical references (pages 210-232) and index
Introduction: NATO, two unstable regions, and the pursuit of security -- Turmoil in the neighborhood: the imperative of creating a security community -- Turkey: the traditional NATO pillar in the region -- Admission of Bulgaria, Romania, and Slovenia in 2004: a new alliance pillar in the area -- Inclusion of problematic puzzle pieces from Southeast Europe: Albania and Croatia -- Membership issues and potential puzzle pieces from Southeast Europe: Bosnia, Kosovo, Macedonia, Montenegro, and Serbia -- Delicate alliance relationships with key Black Sea nations: Georgia and Ukraine -- Strained NATO relationship with the Black Sea superpower: Russia -- Ethnic conflicts in Southeast Europe and the NATO mission -- National conflicts in the Black Sea region and alliance connections -- Conclusion: NATO, two critical regions, and a framework for security