The Strategist

Von der Leyen proposes creating European Security Council



09/18/2026 - 03:06



European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen has revealed intentions to suggest the establishment of a European Security Council, according to Politico. She remarked that the problem has become more pressing "in light of the nature and extent of current risks."



European Parliament via flickr
European Parliament via flickr
"We will also present our concepts for making the European Security Council a reality alongside partners like Ukraine, the UK, Norway, Canada, and others," she posted on X.

The proposal emphasizes increasing worries that Europe is having difficulty managing airspace breaches, cyberattacks, and additional issues due to tensions linked to the Ukraine conflict.

The report highlights that NATO is cautious about intensifying its reaction due to concerns of provoking a confrontation with Russia.

Moreover, NATO faces challenges from increasing tensions involving Donald Trump, European partners, and Canada, notes Politico.

The President of the European Commission mentioned she intends to suggest an EU emergency security protocol—based on NATO’s Article 4 concerning urgent discussions—to address "hybrid attacks." When triggered by one state, all other member nations would align their response, von der Leyen stated on X.

source: politico.com