Europa trebuie să fie pregătită pentru un război până în 2030. Apărarea UE rămâne dependentă de SUA • Newsweek România

The EU aims to enhance its defense readiness by 2030, but faces significant challenges, including reliance on the US and fragmented military industries. A report from the European Court of Auditors highlights that while military investments have surged post-Russia's invasion of Ukraine, achieving independent high-intensity conflict capabilities remains uncertain. The EU's defense spending has increased by 79% from 2020 to 2025, yet production issues persist. The report emphasizes the need for greater cooperation among member states and a shift towards European defense procurement, although immediate security needs often lead to continued reliance on US arms. Ukraine's request for US-made Patriot missiles illustrates this dilemma, as it seeks exceptions to EU procurement rules to address urgent defense needs.