Why a European Army, Without NATO, Remains Out of Reach
Divergent foreign policies and clashing national interests among EU members put a European army out of reach in the near term, analysts said.
TL;DR
- Trump's threats to withdraw from NATO and Iran conflict tensions have prompted calls for European military independence.
- Analysts are skeptical of proposed alternatives, citing concerns about timing and internal European dynamics.
- A standing European Union army has been proposed by Spanish Foreign Minister José Manuel Albares.
- Albares stated the EU should not depend on US actions, referencing Trump's troop withdrawal from Germany and criticism of Spain for not allowing US base and airspace use during the Iran war.