The report titled 'The Future of the Council of the Baltic Sea States,' authored by Toomas Hendrik Ilves and Gabrielius Landsbergis in May 2025, highlights a significant shift in focus for the Council due to the evolving geopolitical landscape. The report points out that following Russia's suspension from the Council after its invasion of Ukraine, security-related challenges have become the predominant concern for member states. It discusses hybrid threats, including sabotage and disinformation, emphasizing that the Council must reevaluate its goals to remain relevant in the current security context.

The report titled 'The Future of the Council of the Baltic Sea States,' authored by Toomas Hendrik Ilves and Gabrielius Landsbergis in May 2025, highlights a significant shift in focus for the Council due to the evolving geopolitical landscape. The report points out that following Russia's suspension from the Council after its invasion of Ukraine, security-related challenges have become the predominant concern for member states. It discusses hybrid threats, including sabotage and disinformation, emphasizing that the Council must reevaluate its goals to remain relevant in the current security context.