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Strategic Autonomy & European Defense

A collection of 4 issues

Europe’s Strategic Autonomy, Defined: Beyond Macron, Beyond PR

Strategic Postures A Geopol.uk Series on Sovereignty, Alignment & European Power Foundational framing of EU sovereignty narrative Strategic autonomy has become a recurring slogan in Brussels, Paris, and increasingly Berlin—but what does it actually mean? And why does its definition matter? As the EU confronts mounting geopolitical uncertainty,

Turkey's Role in NATO 2025: The Alliance's Reluctant Power Broker

As NATO approaches its 80th anniversary in 2025, no member state presents a bigger paradox than Turkey. Strategically vital yet politically divisive, Turkey has evolved from being NATO’s southeastern bulwark to its unpredictable power broker. Geography Is Destiny Turkey's unique position at the crossroads of Europe, Asia,

Strategic Autonomy in Europe: Between NATO and Self-Reliance

In the aftermath of Russia's full-scale invasion of Ukraine and amid growing uncertainty around U.S. defense commitments, the question of strategic autonomy in Europe has moved from abstract policy debate to urgent security imperative. European nations, particularly within the EU, are reassessing their reliance on NATO — especially

Understanding Strategic Autonomy: A Comprehensive Definition

Strategic autonomy has become a central concept in contemporary geopolitical discussions, especially within the European Union. As global power dynamics shift and alliances evolve, states and regional blocs are reexamining their capacity to act independently in critical areas of security, defense, and technology. This article explores the definition of strategic