The Limits of European Strategic Autonomy

The Limits of European Strategic Autonomy

Europe is entering a moment of renewed strategic doubt. Conversations about security that once seemed theoretical have taken on a sharper edge as uncertainty grows about America’s long-term role, the direction of the war in Ukraine, and the resilience of Europe’s own defense capabilities. Leaders say that they recognize the need for greater self-reliance, yet their response remains uneven. The result is a widening gap between intention and actio…