European Defense Dilemmas

This chapter explores the increasing concerns of European leaders about their dependence on American military support amid the Ukraine conflict. It highlights the challenges in European defense capabilities, the need for increased military spending, and recruitment issues while discussing the implications of reduced U.S. interest in Europe’s security. The chapter also examines the role of America's nuclear arsenal and the potential for alternative nuclear strategies within Europe, emphasizing the urgent need for reassessment of defense strategies.