EU Defense Autonomy
A Strategic Imperative The geopolitical landscape is undergoing a seismic transformation. Unwavering American security guarantees that has defined European defense for generations is rapidly drawing to a close. This shift, driven by a strategic realignment in Washington, has thrust the European Union into a new and challenging reality. The continent must now confront a stark truth: its security, prosperity, and democratic values can no longer be contingent on the political winds of an external ally. Strategic autonomy is no longer a niche academic concept; it has become an urgent, existential necessity. We will conduct a sober analysis of the EU’s current defense posture, exposing the critical capability gaps and dependencies that define its present vulnerability. We will then explore…
