Europe Must Be Responsible for Its Own Security, Says EU Chief
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Category: GLOBAL GOVERNMENT & ALLIANCES
Summary:
European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen stated on December 17 that the post-war era of peace in Europe is over, emphasizing that Europe must take responsibility for its own security. Speaking to the European Parliament in Strasbourg, she highlighted the need for Europe to develop and deploy new capabilities to address modern hybrid threats. Von der Leyen asserted that being ready to confront these threats is essential, not optional. She also outlined that the European Union has committed to investing 800 billion euros ($940 billion) in defense initiatives by 2030.
Mysterion Insights
Scripture: Psalm 20:7-8
"Some boast in chariots, and some in horses; But we will boast in the name of the LORD, our God. They have bowed down and fallen; But we have risen and stood upright."
Commentary:
When entire regions declare that a lasting peace era has ended, concrete anxieties surface for people living near conflict zones. Large investment in security can feel like a practical necessity, but biblical wisdom reminds us that ultimate safety is not anchored in human capacity or new defense measures. Europeans are facing a genuine season of uncertainty, and political leaders are openly grappling with that reality. Such moments align with prophetic patterns where heightened instability in the nations precedes greater global shifts, as described in Scripture.
Prophetic Trend:
Europe’s renewed focus on self-defense reflects intensifying insecurity and echoes prophetic patterns of nations preparing for heightened global unrest.
Mysterion Prophetic Impact Rating: C - Measured What does this mean?
Source Excerpt:
European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen said on Dec. 17 that the post-war era of peace is gone and Europe must depend on itself and defend itself in an increasingly dangerous world. Von der Leyen said in a speech to the European Parliament in Strasbourg, France: “Europe must be responsible for its own security. This is no longer an option. It is a must. “We know the threats that we face, and we will confront them. This means we need to be ready. We have to develop and deploy new capabilities so that we can fight a modern hybrid war.” The commission chief outlined that the bloc had committed to 800 billion euros ($940 billion) in defense investment until 2030.......
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Source: The Epoch Times
Posted on 12-17-2025 13:43